Book of the week 

Book of the Week

The term is rolling along, as the weather gets colder the library gets busier. We have been hosting a number of regular chess players and the interest in the game has been growing. It has been great to see students devising strategies, discussing moves and teaching other students to play this somewhat complex game.

We still have a number of students with overdue books, as we are nearing the end of term can everyone please have an extra search through bedrooms, bags, cars etc. and return these items, that way you can borrow something fresh for the holidays. 

Melinda, Glennyce and Will.   

Thanks a Lot, Universe by Chad Lucas

This week’s Book of the Week, Thanks a Lot, Universe is a moving story for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t belong. 

Brian has always been anxious, whether at home, or in class, or on the basketball court. His dad tries to get him to stand up for himself and his mom helps as much as she can but after he and his brother are placed in foster care, Brian starts having panic attacks. And he doesn't quite know if there's something wrong with him.Ezra's always been popular. He's friends with most of the kids on his basketball team-even Brian, who doesn't talk to many people. But now, some of his friends have been acting differently, and Brian seems to be pulling away. Ezra wants to help, but he worries if he's too nice to Brian, his friends will realise that he has a crush on him.

When Brian and his brother run away, Ezra has no choice but to take the leap and reach out to Brian. And Brian realises that he could really use a friend right now. As the two get closer, they'll have to decide if they're willing to risk being vulnerable with each other and share parts of themselves they'd rather hide from the world. If they can be brave, they might just find the best in themselves-and each other. With a lively voice and moving story, Thanks a Lot, Universe is about finding your community and learning to trust your heart.