Writer's Festival 2010

Today year 5 and 6 went to the writer's festival at the Joan Sutherland centre in Penrith. Forty students attended and we met 5 authors who each shared their talents and insights into the background of their books. The five authors were:
*Andy Griffiths
*Lee Hobbs
*Brian Falkner
*Belinda Murray
*Kate Forsythe

So let us see what the students thought of today?

Today we went to the writer's festival and it was heaps funny. Andy Griffiths was there with other authors. Lee Hobbs taught us how to draw Mr Chicken and Old Tom. Brian Falkner told us all about his great books including the Real Thing and Super Freak. In order to be a good author he also taught us to think 'What if...'
Today was awesome!
Blog Number 7 (yr 6)

The thing that nearly everyone enjoyed today was the humour and jokes from the terrific author and illustrators. All of them told and showed us their fantastic books. The most exciting thing a bout the writer's festival was the fact that the authors and illustrators let us participate in all of the activities. Today was a fantastic day for all students and I hope the people who missed out this year get a chance next year!
(Yr 5 Student)

Today we went to the Writer's Festival on the 20th May 2010. My favourite thing was when Andy Griffith came on stage. He was so funny that everyone kept laughing at him. I like him because he was so funny. It was a good day!
(Year 5 student)

My favourite part was when Andy Griffiths made up the different stories with our help. My favourite author is Andy Griffiths because he is a great writer.
Blog Number 49 (yr 6 Student)

My favourite part today was Andy Griffiths when he showed us how easy it is to make stories. He is also really funny while he does what he does best!
Blog Number 11 (Yr 6 student)

My favourite part was when Andy Griffiths told us very funny stories.
(yr 5 student)

I enjoyed the Writer's Festival. I liked Brian Falkner the best because his books sounded interesting. There were also Belinda Murrell, Andy Griffiths and Kate Forsyth.
(Year 5 student)




The day was a great success and yoiur teachers were both so impressed as to your fantastic behaviour and enthusiasm during the workshop and tutorials. Congratualations to all students to attended, and next time you get stuck for an idea for your next story, just think, "What if'..."

Mrs A. and Miss C.