“Reading is my Secret Power” is the theme for Book Week 2019 and, if you think about it, reading does indeed give us secret powers: the power to walk in the shoes of others through their stories, the power to escape into other worlds, the power to improve vocabulary and imagination… the list goes on. 

Book Week is also the time of year when the College’s students transform into authors, illustrators and poets. Dante Musico invited us to travel back in time to the very retro 80’s, while Jordan Hatcher took us on a very interesting adventure, trying to help Mr Trump find his wig and Mark D’Mello beautifully explained why reading is so powerful. The creative flair of Redfield’s Primary poets, authors and illustrators was clearly seen again in 2019 and the entire staff was blown away by the high quality of the student works. For those parents who could not make it, there is a small selection of the works available to view in our online gallery.

All the Primary students had the opportunity to meet Anna Fienberg, the author of Tashi and a very energetic Tim Harris, the author of Mr Bambuckle’s Remarkables. The boys were all very excited and it has shown with the number of books that have been borrowed.

The week ended in typical fashion with our Character Costume Parade, where our Years 2 and 3 boys were transformed into their favourite book characters. Even the horrible weather could not stop the fantastic fun all had. 

Final congratulations go to all the students for a fantastic week and thanks go to all the parents who helped and supported their sons. 

- Carlos Del Rosario, College Library Assistant