As part of the mission to foster literacy in the next generation of writers and readers, Words on the Waves will present a free event on September 18 in conjunction with the Central Coast branch of the Children’s Book Council of Australia and the Australian Children’s Laureate Foundation.
Children’s laureate and best-selling author Sally Rippin will be joined by children’s author and education advisor for the Melbourne Writer’s Festival, Karys McEwan, for a conversation about challenging the traditional ways of how children learn to read, the importance of being included in hearing and sharing stories and how we can make reading accessible to all children — including those who find it most challenging.
Teachers, parents and aspiring writers have the opportunity to engage with the Children’s Laureate and one of Australia’s most beloved children’s authors, Sally Rippin.
The session aligns with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, making it an essential opportunity for professional learning.
Rippin’s appearance is made possible through support from the Australian Children’s Laureate Foundation.
The event will be presented by Words on the Waves, a not-for-profit organisation, and the first literary event of its kind to be held on the Central Coast.
It will be held at The Hub, Erina Fair, on Thursday, September 18, between 5.30pm and 7pm.
Bookings are essential (online via https://wordsonthewaves.com.au/sally-rippin) or at any Central Coast Council library, or phone 4304 7650.
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