National Year of Reading 2012

As you are probably aware from previous posts, 2012 is the National Year of Reading. On the 25th of August here at McCarthur Park PS, we participated in the Reading Hour. This was one of the many activities that we have held throughout the year to celebrate this fantastic initiative.

 

 Comfortable bean bags, cushions and rugs were set up for children to spend an hour reading their favourite book, or magazine as well as teachers and libary staff reading stories to the younger children. The children will hopefully gain an appreciation of listening to and reading stories.

 

 For parents who would like to know more about the National Year of Reading log on to the website http://www.love2read.org.au where you will find an enormous amount of information on how to encourage your child to read and to also inspire those keen readers to explore new inspirations. With competitions and information for all ages of reader including adults, it is well worth a look .