Library
What's happening in Term 1
Bedtime stories
Reading at bedtime does so much more than just establish a calming routine. It plays an important role in the development of cognitive, emotional and social well-being.
Reading every night is an opportunity to:
- create a special bonding time
- promote language development
- be exposed to new words, sentence structures, and narrative patterns that can enhance their vocabulary and comprehension skills.
A short story before sleep can stimulate children's imagination and creativity, transport them to magical worlds and introduces them to diverse characters and experiences.
It is also a large part of what makes reading enjoyable and helps foster a lifelong love for books and learning. Bedtime stories also provide opportunities for children to learn important life lessons such as:
- moral values
- cultural traditions
- develop a sense of morality, empathy and resilience
A large collection of picture story books have been put together for students to borrow perfect for a bedtime story. These books will be signposted and displayed in the Library over the next couple of weeks.
Premier's Reading Challenge
The Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge 2024 is heading our way VERY soon, the exact
dates are still to be confirmed by the Department of Education.
Further details will be provided as they become available!
Karoo's Harmony Festival
The Library is preparing to promote Karoo’s Harmony Festival in the lead up to Wednesday 20th March with a window display and a collection of books for students to browse and borrow supporting the theme of “Everyone Belongs.” There will also be themed colouring activities available during Library Lunch Club.