Transform Your Child’s Future: Join St Raphael’s School for the Game-Changing “Reading Revolution”!
In a bold move to combat the dominance of screens and ignite a passion for literacy, St Raphael’s School is launching a groundbreaking “Reading Revolution” program. This innovative initiative, featuring an expert panel and read-a-thon, aims to instill a love of reading in children and empower them for future success.
Empowering the Next Generation Through Literacy
Principal Emma Fowler emphasises the critical importance of providing compelling alternatives to screen time.
“Immersing yourself in a book is the key to unlocking success in an overstimulated world,” she states.
St Raphael’s School believes that fostering a love of reading is crucial for children’s development and future prospects.
Just because they CAN read doesn’t mean they are going to WANT to read – we must FIX this!
Expert Panel Event: “Literacy – A Foundation to Success”
On 4 November 2024, St Raphael’s School will host a groundbreaking event as part of their innovative “Reading Revolution” read-a-thon. The expert panel will feature renowned authors and literacy specialists, including:
Tania Ingram, Children’s Book Author:
“Literacy is a doorway to effective communication, empathy, wonder, and possibility. Reading with your child is the greatest gift you can give them.”
Mandy Foot, Children’s Book Author and Illustrator:
“Children learn to read pictures well before they learn to read their first word. Picture books play an enormous role in opening up a young child’s world and introducing them to literacy.”
Andrew Joyner, Children’s Book Author and Illustrator:
“Get your child a library card and visit your local library regularly. There’s a whole world of reading in a library… and it’s all completely free!”
Bec Hughes, Senior Executive at Raising Literacy Australia:
“Reading to babies and young children exposes them to varied and rich language that boosts their brain development and prepares them for future learning.”
Karyn Stephens and Caitlin Hadrill, Youth and Children’s Coordinators, Unley Libraries: Advocating for libraries as the secret weapon in this reading revolution.
Join the Reading Revolution
The “Reading Revolution” read-a-thon will run from 4 – 8 November 4th, encouraging students and the wider community to read as many books as possible. Special book prizes will be awarded to the most avid readers.
Free entry. Children welcome.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative movement in children’s education. Join St Raphael’s School as they lead the charge in revolutionising literacy and shaping brighter futures for our children.
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For more information and all enquiries please visit St Raphael’s School website
What: Reading Revolution & Free Expert Panel Event
When: Monday 4 November 2024 | 6:15pm
Where: St Raphael’s School Hall | 114 Glen Osmond Rd, Parkside
Who: All welcome, including children
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