Since her visit, most of year 5 are slightly obsessed with @JenniferKillick . These children have made some waspish claws… they were waiting for me as I got to school, unsettling.
Ahead of National Poetry day tomorrow, i have a spare copy of The Final Year to give away. RT and follow to win. UK only, I'm afraid. I'll pick a winner next Weds 11th October.
Thank you for all the lovely birthday greetings. I got new wellies!!! If you want to contribute to that Wonder Brothers sales spike I've been hinting about ... you can do it through independent bookshops here ....
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TEACHERS
According to @artfund pupils from less privileged backgrounds are much less likely to visit museums.
I first went to our museum on a school trip.
Teachers have the power to open the cabinet of wonders so ...
I'll buy #TeacherArtPasses. for 2 teachers who RT this.
PCSO 5276 and PS 363 attended Ormsgill School this afternoon to present the new Mini Police officers from Year 5 and 6 their uniform and ID badges. All the Mini Police officers are excited to start their role in helping the community and keep others safe. #MiniPolice#Community
A thought for the new academic year. What's the most important thing you can help kids to do? Get good test scores? No, it turns out READING FOR PLEASURE has the biggest impact on children's life chances. Help them fall in love with books, and you'll change their lives forever.
Ten years ago, I left my teaching job with a head full of stories. Six books, countless numbers of visits & children later, I’ve had the best journey ever promoting reading for pleasure & creativity in writing. Huge thanks to those who’ve backed me👏 Bring on the next ten📚✍️👍