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The Ickabog – A New Story from J.K. Rowling

 

Calling all J.K. Rowling fans! The author of the Harry Potter book series has written a new story for kids…it’s called The Ickabog. She is releasing a few chapters each day online so you can enjoy reading the story bit by bit.

This story is not about Hogwarts, wizards, and spells… but I think it is still magical. J.K. Rowling really knows how to tell a story! If you are interested, you can read The Ickabog HERE

Also, if you love to draw, paint, create art… there is an illustration contest for this book! See details on the website, https://www.theickabog.com/home/  and maybe you can have your artwork included in a J.K. Rowling book!

As always, Happy Reading!

-Mrs. Roberts

Say Something – Read Aloud

Hello everyone,

The story I am sharing today is Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds. I chose this book because it’s message is so important right now.

What do you think the author is trying to get us to think about? What is the message? What would you like to say to the world?

If you would like to learn more about Peter H. Reynolds and his books, you can visit his website HERE

Happy Reading!

-Mrs. Roberts

International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHAT) Event-Tomorrow!

EDIT: Here are the highlights of this event (6 minutes): For full version, see second video below (1 hour, 20 minutes).

 

A message from Burnaby School District’s SOGI Committee:

Dear Burnaby Students & Families,

For the last six years, the Burnaby School District’s SOGI Committee has hosted an annual
breakfast celebrating the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia (IDAHAT). This
event has traditionally been hosted in-school and focused towards high school students across
this district. Due to the current restrictions because of COVID-19, we have decided to reimagine
this year’s event virtually. We still wanted to find a way to celebrate the day in a positive way,
connect with our LGBTQ+ students and their families, and offer a sense of hope during these
difficult times. We hope our reimagined event this year does just that.

On Friday, May 22, our SOGI Committee will be hosting its 7th Annual IDAHAT Breakfast, re-imagined
through a virtual live-streamed event. While we will be hosting the event live (remotely), the
event will feature a collection of pre-recorded videos submitted by a diverse group of local,
queer community members ranging from renowned authors, prominent politicians, incredible
Burnaby students, and more! Each guest contributor has been asked to submit a video that is
no longer than 10 minutes in which they reflect on the idea of “community” as is relates to
their queer identity.

The concept of community is a powerful idea and one that has deep roots.
Community is what links us all together, supports us in times of adversity or challenges,
celebrates our accomplishments and successes, and helps pave a positive path for the future.

In total, we expect the event to run from 10:00am to 11:30am. Though our event has typically
been aimed at secondary students, going virtual provides opportunities for intermediate
students (grades 4 –7) to participate as viewers, and families with younger students may
choose to tune in together as well.

Burnaby’s District SOGI Committee

The Word Collector – Read Aloud

Hi everyone,

I have a lot of favourite books – you probably know that from when we are in the library and I say, “Today I am going to read you one of my favourite books!”

I was excited to see Barack and Michelle Obama reading The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds because it is one of my favourites! I love this book because it is about words and collecting – two super fun things!

After reading along with the Obamas, see what kind of fun words you can find around you. I’ve included a photo of just a few of my favourite words.

Happy Reading!

-Mrs. Roberts

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