The last week has seen many Tasmanians reading here, there and everywhere as active participants in Tasmania Reads week. Read on for a snapshot of reading experiences of students at The Hutchins School.
Tasmania Reads is a highlight of our school year—a time to come together as a community and celebrate the joy of reading. Throughout the week, students and staff immersed themselves in a variety of activities, with a special focus on the incredible talent of Tasmanian authors and illustrators.
From guest readers popping into classrooms to special events with storytellers and authors, the school was buzzing with literary excitement! Some of the standout moments included:
📖 A special visit from debut author Sashee Johnson, who shared her beautiful book Time for a Walk with students.
🎤 Tasmanian Aboriginal storytelling with NITA Education staff, offering rich cultural stories and perspectives.
📚 A student trip to Hobart Bookshop, where young readers selected exciting new books for our library.
🚶♂️ Story Walk sessions with a neighbouring school, bringing stories to life beyond the classroom.
📖 Tamas from Roaming Trees captivated students with his oral storytelling performances.
🏆 Lunchtime competitions like Match the Teacher to Their Favourite Book, Guess the Shredded Book, House Trivia, and Blackout Poetry kept the literary fun going.
🌿 Buddy reading sessions in the bush, where students enjoyed stories surrounded by nature.
📚 Staff Book Club, which first launched during Tasmania Reads 2023, continues to thrive as a twice-a-term tradition.
While these activities made for a fantastic week, the heart of Tasmania Reads is, of course, the simple joy of reading itself. And what better way to celebrate than by sharing what our community is currently enjoying?
Scroll down to peek at the books captivating our students and staff right now…
Anna Davidson
Twitter - @davisonteach
Junior School Teacher Librarian, avid reader (mad for Middle Grade Fiction), dog lover, yogi, nature lover, tea drinker
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