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Extreme Reading – don’t try this at home!

We thought you’d like to see the results of our Year 7 Extreme Reading Competition.  Every class is challenged to submit a picture of themselves reading in extreme circumstances.  It’s part of our sneaky campaign to keep reading for pleasure at the top of the agenda for busy our Year Sevens.  Next month they will all receive a brand new free book to keep – perfect for Xmas holiday reading – chosen from a fabulous short list provided by the Book Trust.

Mrs Pointon, English teacher and reading addict, said, ‘Some funny, entertaining and breath-taking entries this year – it was tough to decide the winners!’

Kian  chilling out with some favourite reading

Ira finds time at Twickenham to catch up on his reading – as you do!

Charlotte is clearly reading a real cliffhanger!

Who needs a bench? Not Hugo!

Here’s Jay – not drowning, but reading!

What are ewe reading, Millie?

Rosanna must be reading ‘Wuthering Heights‘!

‘Two wheels good, four wheels bad!’ Is that Animal Farm Nancy is reading? This great shot took 3rd Prize!

Tri-ing hard got Zak second place!

Argh! Did we mean that extreme?? Ava’s vertiginous shot gets first prize!

And finally… ideas for books for Xmas!

Mrs Bastian, Library Manager, and Mrs Pointon from the English Department, both reading addicts and enthusiasts, have suggested some great titles for teens if you are thinking of popping a book into a Christmas stocking. Click here for some brilliant suggestions!