Patrons of Reading metaphrog gave a talk to more than 250 pupils about the launch of their new Graphic Novel Red Shoes and other Tales.  metaphrog’s much anticipated new book, which includes modern day interpretations of two of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic tales was published in the UK in November 2015.

The talented duo gave an enthralling talk to pupils in P6 – S2 from Northfield Academy, St Machar Academy, Torry Academy, Holy Family RC School, Manor Park School, Muirfield School, Quarryhill School, Bramble Brae and West Park School.

Pupils were taken on a journey through various forms of graphic novels before being given some hints and tips on how to create their own comics.

Two years into our school partnership with metaphrog we are really seeing the benefits of this fantastic partnership. John and Sandra are instantly recognisable around school with our visitors never too busy to chat to the young people about school and their aspirations for the future.

A book fit event the day before saw most pupils in S1 and S2 reading the new Red Shoes and other Tales whilst cycling on spin bikes.   Feedback was pupils was very favourable with the dark storylines a sure hit with our readers.

Next year we will welcome John and Sandra back to work with the RME department on a project focussing on character development entitled Philosophers Island.