CBCA Book Week is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all things literary and 2025 was no exception.  We kicked off the week with our Readers’ Picnic and Art Show on Monday and it was lovely to see students and families sharing a story and a picnic lunch in the glorious winter sunshine. Our students were very proud to show their fabulous artwork based on this year’s shortlisted books.

During our Library lessons this week, we shared the winning books and discussed the various awards. Students in Grades 1-6 participated in our famous Book Week Quiz - a lively exploration of the shortlisted titles complete with “bookworm” prize packs. Prep and Kinder students each coloured a CBCA bookmark to use on their very own reading adventures.  On Tuesday, Grades 3-5 were also treated to the online launch of You & Me and the Peanut Butter Beast with much-loved author Andy Griffiths, courtesy of the State Library of Victoria.  Throughout the week, students also completed 360° video adventures on their devices using QR codes.  

What a wonderful and adventurous celebration of reading!

Rebecca Thomas

Teacher Librarian