News & Reviews
Geek Girl Club
Are you a Geek Girl? If you are a Geek Girl, you can join a new club that has been started in the iCentre and will run during terms 2 & 3. Originally based on Nerd Nite – https://nerdnite.com, this club is
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New Book for Parents about Girls
10 Things Girls Need Most by well-know parent educator and psychologist, Steve Biddulph, was published recently in response to the growing concern of parents about the issues that have arisen in relation to modern girlhood. Over the last twenty years as we
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Book of the Week
Tru & Nelle by G Neri is a fictionalised reimagination of the childhood friendship and adventures of Truman Capote and Harper Lee. This gentle novel is highly recommended as a magical read for ages 9+ Graphic Book Review
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Rescheduled Draekora Launch
Our first attempt to launch Draekora was foiled by Cyclone Debbie. We haven’t let this dampen our spirits and will now celebrate the launch of this book on Tuesday, May 16.
Read MoreBook of the Week : The War That Saved My Life
That War That Saved My Life by Kimberley Brubaker Bradley is a heart-warming coming-of-age story set in the English countryside during World War 2. This historical novel is an inspiring story for middle years’ readers from ages 9+ and is
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Multitasking is No Friend at Homework Time
Even though you might think you can multitask successfully while doing your homework, research shows overwhelmingly that this is a myth. In fact, this habit scatters your focus and affects the quality of learning that is taking place. In
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Stories to Inspire Girls
A collection of 100 bedtime stories about extraordinary women and their remarkable lives from both the past and present.
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Shortlist – Book of the Year : Older Readers
Start reading from the CBCA shortlist categories to see who you think should win this year’s Book of the Year awards.
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New Look Website
Our new look website provides exciting new digital spaces that are innovative, collaborative and designed to prepare our students for future study that requires digital access, literacy and participation.
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#RLaG Author Event
Join us on Tuesday 30th May at St Rita’s College for our next Read Like a Girl event with author Kate DiCamillo, who is guaranteed to inspire our young readers.
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