Wide variety: Some old favourites were spotted among the Pyalong Primary School combined Year 1 and 2 class.
As any parent can tell you, imagination truly knows no bounds. And last week, books were recognised as keys to unlocking that potential.
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Primary school students from Seymour and surrounds took a colourful plunge into the enchanting world of literature for Book Week.
Students donned a spectacular array of costumes inspired by their favourite characters. Even teachers joined the festivities, as tiny wizards, adventurous explorers, daring pirates and other beloved book characters took over the classroom.
The event is an eagerly anticipated occasion among students, sparking creativity and inviting young readers to explore the boundless worlds within books.
At Pyalong Primary School, years 1, 2 and 6 celebrated by dressing up and participating in book-themed activities. Students wrote autobiographies, book reviews and a mini book sequence. Some of them even had time for hilarious mad libs! It was a great day.
All dressed up: Students of Pyalong Primary School gather for a group photo, proud of their colourful costumes.
Popular children’s character Bluey was spotted around Nagambie, asking shop owners for directions to St Joseph’s Primary School to make a surprise visit.
Surprise visit: Huntah, 11, with Bluey.
St Joseph’s principal Maree Findlay said there were squeals of delight and excited children when Bluey arrived unexpectedly.
“I am very passionate about literacy and believe every child should have access and engagement through books to instil that love of reading,” Ms Findlay said.
“Having special visitors such as Bluey and encouraging students to dress up as their favourite character from books brings reading alive to our students.”
Students of St Joseph’s are no strangers to a love of books. They are currently designing a community book exchange library that will be available for everyone to share in the joys of reading.
“This will hopefully be a great asset to the community,” Ms Findlay said.
St Joseph’s students also visit the aged care hostel and share and read books with the residents outside Book Week.
The school is currently holding ‘Rhyme and Storytime’ run by Dixie at the school library while Nagambie Library is closed for renovations.
Strike a pose: Kaya Sielaff and Bella Tippins from Seymour College dress up as their favourite characters
Colourful characters: Sebastian and Hunter, both 9, with Teddy, 3, from St Joseph’s, holding their favourite books.
All smiles: St Mary’s students Savanah, Mary, Amelia and Logan.
Super effort: Kobee and Spencer Duggin as the Super Mario Brothers.
Costumes: Prep students at Pyalong Primary School were thrilled to experience their first Book Week.
Super: St Joseph’s students River, 9, and Casey, 8, as Luigi.
Inspired choice: Ella Hard and Maddison Crabb take inspiration from Dr Seuss at Seymour College.
Hat’s entertainment: St Mary’s College years 1 and 2 students Karla, Sarah, Indianna, Lailah, Henrietta, Charlie and Charlie.
Going out in style: Pyalong Primary School Year 6 students take part in what may be their last Book Week dress-up parade.
Favourite characters: Friends Liv Martin, Evie Hard and Heidi Richardson from Seymour College.
Winner: St Mary’s College Year 5 student Quorra holds her certificate.
Arm in arm: St Joseph's Nagambie staff dressed up as crayons with special guest Bluey.
Books alive: Aria and Jasper Peart strike a pose at Seymour College.
Certificate: St Mary’s College Year 4 student Sky.
Web feat: St Joseph’s students Finley, 6, and Lewis, 10, both dressed as Spider-Man.
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