Over the next few weeks all classes will be involved in a stand-alone Unit of Inquiry on Book Week. We will be looking at all the wonderful books shortlisted for the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) awards 2021.

The theme for Book Week this year is ‘Old Worlds, New Worlds and Other Worlds’… Check out the nominated books: https://cbca.org.au/shortlist-2021. The poster and artwork have all been designed by the very clever Shaun Tan (the 2019 CBCA Picture Book of the year winner).

The theme for 2021 is wonderful as it can incorporate all books – the old books and old cultures, new books and the here and now and finally books from other worlds and the future. The theme also ties in with the upcoming Olympics – looking at the past, the present and the future of the Olympic movement.

A few dates to add to your diaries include…

Don’t forget to start thinking about Book Week costumes – it doesn’t have to be big and fancy – check out Pinterest, do a search – the ideas are endless. Always a good idea to have a book character in mind. Even better if you can send the actual book in as well.

Last but not least, if you feel like coming in during the Book Week festivities and reading a picture book with a small group (on a Friday), from 11.00am – 11.40am, please email me on kate.mertz@cg.catholic.edu.au. I will have books, a little activity and 1000 kids ready to go. Siblings most welcome. All very casual, your kids will love it.

Happy Days,

Kate M J
Your Friendly Librarian x