Only two weeks to go to the inaugural Waverley College Book Club at Waverley College Library, open to students, parents, carers, and staff alike! In fact, all family members are welcome. Time to get reading if you haven’t already finished the book.
We will also be joined by guest speaker, Paul MacDonald. Owner of the award-winning ‘The Children’s Bookshop’ and winner of numerous awards such as a Quality Teacher Award, The Premier’s English Scholarship, the inaugural Maurice Saxby Award and the 2016 Lady Cutler award for services to children’s literature and literacy in Australia, Paul is a passionate proponent of the value of quality Australian books. Paul is the current CBCA president.
Please RSVP HERE to our Inaugural Book Club for parents/ carers, students and staff.
Our first novel is the captivating Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. This heartwarming story, set in a small Tokyo café, explores themes of time travel, love, and second chances. It’s the perfect conversation starter for our first gathering!
Our Book Club is not just about reading—it’s about building community through great stories, delicious food, and meaningful conversation.
Reading together helps strengthen our critical thinking, encourages empathy, and offers a wonderful escape from the everyday hustle. According to the International Boys’ School Coalition (IBSC), family time reading at home can encourage boys to develop as readers and develop a love for books.
There is no better way to celebrate this shared reading experience than to discuss the book together with other families and friends in a beautiful literary space at the College. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to try something new, we welcome you to join us for this enriching experience.
Food will be provided!
Date: 20 November
Time: 6pm
Venue: Waverley College Library
Mary Ryan
Literacy Coordinator and English teacher
mryan01@waverley.nsw.edu.au
