New books

The unlikely hero of Room 13 B

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When Adam meets Robyn at a support group for kids coping with obsessive compulsive disorder, he is drawn to her almost before he can take a breath. He's determined to protect and defend her, to play Batman to her Robyn, whatever the cost. (Back cover)

One to read if you enjoy John Green novels. For a review go to Book Bag

Stay with me - Maureen McCarthy

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Tess knows she's got to get away. If not for herself, then for her three-year-old daughter. but how? Stuck on a farm in the hills outside Byron Bay, she has no car, no friends, and no money - not even a phone. Then suddenly a chance meeting with a stranger offers her a way out... a road trip back to the family she lost contact with years ago.(Back cover)

Described as gripping, electrifying and heartbreaking. For a review go to Burn Bright

I'll give you the sun - Jandy Nelson

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A story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal. 

 For fans of John Green, Gayle Forman and Lauren Oliver. Go to The Guardian for a review.

Digital Citizenship booklet

A group of students in their Learning to Learn class researched the topic of Digital Citizenship and presented their findings in this impressive large booklet on display in the library. It is filled with wonderful interactive activities, quizzes, a board game and practical advice. Well done Jezelle, Lauren and Rebecca.

Make sure you take a look when you visit the library.

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) celebrates 40 years. 

In the early 1970’s it was becoming obvious that less and less people in New Zealand were able to speak Māori. Many people were concerned by the state of decline, and signed a Māori language petition which was organised, in part, by the Te Reo Māori Society. In total, 30,000 people signed the petition, which was presented to Parliament on 14th September 1972. This day become recognised as Māori Language Day, and in 1975 was responsible for the formation of Māori Language Week.(Source: KiwiFamilies)

(Source: FinnianGalbraith)

Finnian Galbraith, a Year 11 student at Kapiti College, wrote this speech for a speech competition in 2014. He delivers a message about the correct pronunciation of Te Reo, and helps us to understand we already pronounce the sounds required. 

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori gives us the chance to celebrate something unique to our country. On the display board in the library will be examples of kiwaha, everyday sayings that you can put into practice. You can also scan the QR codes to hear some proverbs.

If you are interested in learning a few more kupu/words you can also go to 365-maori-words

Haere mai ki te whare pukapuka.

Alice in Wonderland - 150 years

Image: Übersetzer: Antonie Zimmermann Orginal Titel: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Illustrationen: John Tenniel (Wikicommons)

Alice in Wonderland celebrates its 150 anniversary on July 4. It was written by Lewis Carroll, the pseudonym for an English author named Charles Lutwidge Dodgson. 

Find out how this timeless classic was inspired by real events and a real child at Alice in Wonderland. You can also discover the variations in the colour of Alice's dress, the variety of book cover designs, and background information about the illustrations. The website also suggests how to celebrate by having a Mad Hatters Tea Party.

Find out 10 things you may not have known about Alice in Wonderland.

For memorable quotes, click here.