Library
What's happening in Term 2
Karoo Primary School
Library Joke –
“I’m reading a book on anti-gravity. It’s impossible to put down.”
THE GREAT BOOK SWAP IS COMING!
Thank you to all those that have brought in their pre-loved books for donation this week to for the Great Book Swap.
We have fiction books, non fiction, picture books, young readers and graphic novels.
Next week before school (from 8.30am) and after school (until 4pm) the library will be open and all the donated books will be available to buy. Each day except Thursday.
Remember to being a gold coin
1 gold coin = 1 book
What is it?
We are raising money to help the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF).
All funds go to the ILF to support programs in remove Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities
See https://greatbookswap.org.au for information.
PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE
Keep logging
The Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge is in full swing, and what an incredible start we’ve had! Thousands of books have already been logged, and it has been wonderful to see students exploring new stories, discovering favourite authors, and sharing thoughtful reviews along the way. The excitement around reading has truly been contagious throughout the school community.
A reminder to all students and families every book counts! Whether you borrow from our school library, visit your local library, listen to an audiobook, or revisit a favourite from your bookshelf at home, every page read helps you move closer to completing the challenge.
Let’s keep the momentum going and see how many books we can log together before the challenge ends!
LEADERBOARD
A shout out to 2W who has moved into third! Keep it up!
As of this newsletter, our students have logged over 4,000 books, with the following classes and students leading the race to read the most books.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
SEE ANDY GRIFFITHS LIVE
Australian children’s author and Karoo favourite, Andy Griffiths has been announced as the 2026–2027 Children’s Laureate, becoming the official ambassador for Australian children’s literature. His theme, Reading is an Adventure, encourages children and families to see reading not as a chore or school task, but as an exciting journey filled with imagination, creativity, and discovery.
Throughout his laureateship, Andy will champion the important role that educators, librarians, and booksellers play in helping young people develop a lifelong love of reading. He will also lead a range of imaginative and interactive storytelling initiatives designed to inspire children and families to explore the joy and adventure that books can bring.
Janna Wright
Library Coordinator