Belmont Book Week

As another Book Week draws to a close, we look back on a week filled with even more fun than the usual week at Belmont. Nicholas Allen and Margaret Bateson-Hill came to visit to talk to the children about their books and how they became writers. There were trips to the local library and "twinning", where the older children read with the younger children.  Children in Year 3 created a 'book box' to celebrate Book Week. They created a story box inspired by a book or story of their choice. The learners enjoyed guessing the book that was represented by each of the boxes their classmates made.

The Book Fair was busy each morning and afternoon and the children enjoyed browsing the books and getting some donations for their class. The poster competition entries were of the usual high standard and the winners got to pick a book from the fair. 

The highlight for the week was the dress up day, which coincided with World Book Day this year. From Nursery to Year 6, the children dressed up in all sorts of creations. There were princesses, Angelina Ballerinas, superheroes, many a Harry Potter, a Gangsta Granny, Horrid Henry, BFG, Matilda, Mary Poppins and at least one Dorothy! The staff didn't miss the chance to join in and it was less "Where's Wally?" than where isn't Wally as the children could find him in most areas of the school. The Mr Men were also represented with Mr Bumps, Mr Strong, Mr Tickle, Mr Daydream and Mr Happy. 

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