Book Character Parade Day

What a wonderful event this was to finish up Book Week. I've never seen such a fine selection of creative costumes. I felt particularly privileged to be able to hold Tigger (Matiu) so he could be part of our class parade.

We had to leave just before the end of the parade to go to our first softball session. We all had a great time there and I don't think Ian (the coach) has ever worked with such a diversely dressed group!


After that the author Ben Brown came to our room to talk to many of the Middle school classes about being an author and his books. We learned that a knock to the head by a classic book is really got him started on the road to becoming an author.

The children (and teachers) listened with rapt attention and then asked very thoughtful and interesting questions. I have found an interview he did with some other children online.
I was very proud and impressed that the children's questions showed that they had listened so well to his ideas and experiences.

Why don't you get a Ben Brown book out of the library this long weekend?

D.E.A.R.S.

This stands for Drop Everything And Read Silently and today the whole school gathered at the place where you can find "The ingredients for a prehistoric cake". I saw some teachers taking photos so I hope I'll be able to update this post with a snap soon.
We'll be doing this again tomorrow so come to school prepared with a great book to read.
I've had a great day today - thanks for all your good wishes.
The FFF (fabulous fictional female) for the day was Ramona the Pest.
Don't forget Thursday is "Come as your favourite book character" day.

Week Five is BOOK WEEK - Yippee

We have a fun week ahead celebrating books and reading.

Don't forget Thursday is Dress Up As Your Favourite Book Character Day so get your Thinking Caps on (as Dr Seuss would say).

I'm not saying who I'm going to be but I'm having a bit of fun working out how I'll be her (whoops that was a tiny clue).

Keep an eye on the Blog as we'll do regular updates of the Book Week activities.

See you soon

Ms Ashby :o)

A Wonderful Time Was Had By All...

The Athletics Sports were held today. At lunch time I was told by many teachers how well the seven and eight year olds behaved and performed. The two Room 16 relay teams ran well, the girls even won the Year Three Girls race. Great job everyone, sleep well tonight! 

Wacky Hair Day

Hmmm. I wonder what Friday will bring...













Crazy curls
Funky fringes
Perky plaits
Dyed dreadlocks
Spooky spikes
Creative colours
Perfect perms???????

Watch this space!

Did anyone else realise that Friday is the LAST DAY OF TERM? Hazaar!

The St Albans Commonwealth Games

These were fun weren't they? It's so great when we can meet together as a whole school.
I haven't managed to find the time to upload any photos yet, but they will be posted soon. Please keep looking.

I'm so pleased I can do the Ka mate haka properly. I think that will be something I'm pleased I've learned for the rest of my life - how about you? What did you like? Please leave a comment.

Daffodil Day

St Albans School was an even brighter spot on the Christchurch map on Friday.
We raised over $700 to offer Hope to those whose lives are effected by cancer.