Library Bytes
Term 1 Wrap-Up
As Term 1 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on how busy this term has been and how well our students have settled into another school year.
Congratulations to all students who participated in the swimming sports and athletics competitions, both at our school level and those that went on to compete at zone.
Another congratulations goes out to all students who completed Naplan.
Library staff would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter and holidays. We hope it is a chance to recharge and enjoy the last of the warm weather.
Term 2 Activities
Makerspace activities return in Term 2 - watch this space for updates.
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New Books!!!
Magnus Chase & The Gods of Asguard Series
By: Rick Riordan
The Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Series Books 1 - 3 Collection Box Set by Rick Riordan: Magnus Chase and the Sword of Summer: The first book in the incredible new series from the author of Percy Jackson, the Kane Chronicles and Heroes of Olympus. My name is Magnus Chase. I'm orphaned and living rough on the streets of Boston. And things are about to get much worse.My day started out normally enough. I was sleeping under a bridge when some guy kicked me awake and said, 'They're after you' Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor: Thor's hammer is missing again. The thunder god has a disturbing habit of misplacing his weapon - the mightiest force in the Nine Worlds. But this time the hammer isn't just lost, it has fallen into enemy hands. If Magnus Chase and his friends can't retrieve the hammer quickly, the mortal worlds will be defenceless against an onslaught of giants. Ragnarok will begin. The Nine Worlds will burn.Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead:Loki the trickster god is free from his chains. Now he's readying Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead, armed with a host of giants and zombies, to sail against the Norse gods and begin the final battle of Ragnarok. It's up to Magnus Chase and his friends to stop Loki's plans. Along the way, they will face angry sea gods, hostile giants and an evil fire-breathing dragon. But Magnus's biggest challenge will be facing his own inner demons . . .
Adventures of the Brain
By: Sanjay Manohar
Learn all about the most mysterious organ in the human body - the Brain! Adventures of the Brain is a bumper book that follows the everyday escapades of a brain character to explain the brain's key functions and concepts such as how we remember, learn new skills or even move our bodies! Also discover how we concentrate, handle pain, plan ahead and communicate and the many billions of neurons that make all this possible.
We Fell Apart
By: E. Lockhart
The invitation arrives out of the blue.
In it, Matilda discovers a father she’s never met. Kingsley Cello is a visionary, a reclusive artist. And when he asks her to spend the summer at his seaside home, Hidden Beach, Matilda expects to find a part of herself she’s never fully understood.
Instead, she finds Meer, her long-lost, openhearted brother; Brock, a former child star battling demons; and brooding, wild Tatum, who just wants her to leave their crumbling sanctuary.
With Kingsley nowhere to be seen, Matilda must delve into the twisted heart of Hidden Beach to uncover the answers she’s desperately craving. But secrets run thicker than blood and blood runs like seawater.
And everyone here is lying.
Interesting Fact:
L. Ron Hubbard, an American author and the founder of Scientology has written the most books by his name. The Guinness World Records has recognized him as the most published author with his 1084 books.
Lafayette Ronald Hubbard is one of the famous writers of fiction and non-fiction genres. However, he started his early writing career as a science fiction and fantasy author. Later, he exposed his excellence in different literary realms, including short stories and novels.
State Library of Victoria Events
Creative Acts Exhibition
Artists and their Inspirations
When: 10.00am-6.00pm Until 31 May 2026
Cost: Free
Where: Victoria Gallery Link here.
Step inside the unseen inner worlds of artists to discover the intense, sometimes otherworldly forces that drive them to bring something entirely new into being.
Featuring new commissions by Australian creators including Peter Carey and Dr Deanne Gilson, the exhibition uncovers the spiritual connections, rituals and deeply personal quests that shape these artists' works.
Witness how Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock came from a series of dreams, how Howard Arkley’s Tudor Village series was inspired by Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens and how bohemian icon Vali Myers drew from her spiritual connections with animals.
Explore the process, passion and practice of 5 visionary Australian artists through new works commissioned by State Library Victoria:
- Peter Carey sheds light on how he wrote True History of the Kelly Gang
- Dr Chandrabhanu OAM presents his magnum opus, the Dasamahavidya, a classical Odissi Indian dance work that is the culmination of his decades-long practice
- Dr Deanne Gilson shares her Wadawurrung ancestors’ Creation story through a powerful new work, Bundjil Morrgalyu Turt Barram Murrup / Bundjil and the Evening Star Spirits
- Barry William Hale taps into the library’s collection of rare books on ancient magic and Surrealism to explain the process behind his monumental automatic drawing spanning 9 metres
- Bundit Puangthong weaves together childhood memories in a 12-metre painting that combines his influences of traditional Thai temple painting and Melbourne’s graffiti culture.
Link:
Learn more about Creative Acts: Artists and their inspirations.
Kingston Libraries
Youth programs & activities
Whether you're there to study, chill, game or get creative, there's something for you at Kingston Libraries.
Drop into our dedicated youth spaces, join a writing group or gaming session, or get help with schoolwork. We’ve got free Wi-Fi, study zones, friendly staff, workshops and heaps of books, graphic novels and eResources — all free with your library card.
Come hang out, learn something new, or just be yourself.
Some of our services;
BIG Summer Read
Comics Plus
Disc Golf Discs
Dungeons & Dragons
Gaming
LinkedIn Learning
Study
Kingston Youth Services
Frankston City Libraries
Libraries After Dark
When: Thursdays 2026 06:00pm to 10:00pm
Cost: Free
Along with all the normal borrowing, computers and printing services, we have a range of activities, workshops, author talks and games. Or just come in for a cuppa and a chat! Libraries After Dark is free and everyone is welcome to join us.
The Libraries After Dark Program is supported by the Victorian Government. For more information about Libraries After Dark, please visit the Libraries After Dark website.
Tell Us Your Favourite Reads!
What was the last good book that you have read recently - or your all-time favourite? We love to hear what our readers have enjoyed, not enjoyed and always welcome suggestions of reading material that we could be adding to our library.
Life is better with a good book!
Until next edition.
Yvonne Payne
Library Manager