Teaching & Learning

Book Fair - Thank You

Thank you to everyone for supporting our book fair. It was a great success and amazing to see so many of our students excited and passionate about their reading. As a result of our sales, the school has earned over $850.00 to spend on books and other items for our library and STEM room. We will be purchasing new novels and class sets for our students to read in class. Thank you again for all of your support.

Building a Love of Reading

Learning to read is one of the most foundational skills taught in primary school, but learning to love reading is what truly unlocks a child’s lifelong potential.

When children read for pleasure, they do far more than decode words on a page. Research consistently shows that reading for enjoyment directly improves vocabulary, enhances empathy, sharpens critical thinking, and boosts academic success across all subjects. Beyond the educational benefits, a good book offers students a quiet space for imagination, creativity, and stress relief in a busy world.

How We Bring Reading to Life at Our School

Building a reading culture requires intentionality both inside and outside the classroom. Everyday literacy lessons focus on developing technical reading skills, comprehension strategies, and quiet sustained reading habits. However, true enthusiasm happens when reading becomes a celebrated, shared community experience.

To spark this excitement, our school calendar focuses on dedicated literacy initiatives throughout the year:

• The Annual Book Fair: Giving students autonomy over what they read is a proven motivator. Our Book Fair lets children browse, discover new series, and experience the excitement of choosing their own stories to take home.

• The Whole-School Novel: Reading together builds connection. By engaging with a shared text across year levels, our entire school community—from our youngest learners to senior students—can discuss the same characters, themes, and plot twists.
• Book Day Celebrations: Bringing stories off the page turns reading into a celebration. Dressing up as favorite characters and sharing beloved books helps students see literature as fun, dynamic, and worth celebrating together.
• School Readathon: Encouraging students to challenge themselves, build stamina, and celebrate personal milestones in their reading journeys.

How You Can Help at Home

Parents play an equally vital role in shaping a child's reading habits. Simply spending 10 to 15 minutes a day reading with your child, discussing what they are currently reading, or letting them see you read your own books makes a lasting impression.

Thank you for supporting our literacy programs, purchasing books at our fair, and helping your children dress up for Book Day. Together, we are building a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning and discovery.