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Women in Sports

An inspiring new book telling the stories of fifty women athletes from the 1800s to today, by the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science. The book is brimming with colourful illustrations also by Ignotofsky.

Sam Kerr

To continue the momentum and excitement of the World Cup, another new book to our library is: ‘My Journey to the World Cup’ published by Simon & Schuster.

The publisher writes: “This is Sam Kerr’s incredible football journey to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, from making the switch from Aussie Rules as a kid to soccer and becoming one of the best female strikers in the world. Sam gives us insights into what keeps her motivated, how she handles the pressures of life as a professional athlete and what she believes is important in life. Inside you will find:

facts about the FIFA World Cup
everything you want to know about the Matildas
amazing facts about Sam – her early days, family life, teams, playing for Chelsea and the Matildas.

What Makes a Matilda

Ever wondered what it takes to be one of Australia's top female footballers?

What Makes a Matilda “showcases the players and their stories; chronicling the history of our national women's football team; advice for aspiring football stars eager to learn what makes a Matilda, from practical drills to the Matilda mentality. Learn about players like Sam Kerr, Ellie Carpenter, Mary Fowler and more”, writes publisher Penguin Random House. The book also includes behind-the-scenes insight into the Matildas' training camps, a look at the ParaMatildas and the Junior and Young Matildas, and the journey of bringing the FIFA World Cup to Australia 2023.

Book Club

Come and join us in the library if you’d like to chat about books that you are reading and the latest releases in our collection. Book Club runs at lunch time every fortnight on Wednesdays.

Kick Goals with Study Coaching

Our local Beaumaris Library is offering a free course in study strategies for Beaumaris Secondary students (aged 14-19). Please find the details and booking link below:

Kick goals with a study coaching workshop

Do you want to feel confident in your exams and SACs? Consider learning new strategies to help you study effectively. Join us at Beaumaris Library to learn valuable study skills that you can apply to all your exams from True Coaching. In this session, our study coach will share ten different study strategies. The techniques involve memory, understanding and application techniques to help you feel prepared.

All these strategies have been researched, tried and tested by thousands of students. Bring along a pen and your questions so we can help you level up.

This workshop is FREE and open to students aged 14 - 19. Limited spots available. Book now: Bayside Events Beaumaris Library

True Coaching study workshop