Sarah Singleton

On Thursday 14th May the author Sarah Singleton visited St Paul's Way to talk to students about her new book, The Poison Garden. Sarah briefly described her four previous books, and then read from the The Poison Garden. She answered a variety of questions from students, including who her favourite authors how, where does she get her inspiration for her books and how long does it take her to write a book. Congratulations to all the students who took part. (There are more photographs on display in the library.)

Carnegie Award Shadowing Group

If any student in Year 8 or Year 9 would like to join the Carnegie Award Shadowing Group please see Ms Connell. Members of the Shadowing Group are reading the books which have been shortlisted for this year's Carnegie Book Award. Seven books have been shortlisted, but it is entirely up to you whether you read all, some or just one of them. We meet once a week during Friday lunchtime and I hope that we will be able to repeat last year's trip when we met with other schools to hear the judges' choice for the winners of the Carnegie and Greenaway awards.

Year 8 Football Reading Challenge

Congratulations to Talal, Tanvir, Basit, Abdi, Ruhul, Rahi and Maruf from 8S who have completed the Premier League Reading Stars Challenge. Their challenge was to read 100 books before the end of term, and they have succeeded in a record time. They will be receiving their prizes shortly. If you would like to take part in the next reading challenge after half term please speak to Ms Connell.