We would like to invite primary pupils in Argyll & Bute to take part in a writing competition using the Argyll Collection as inspiration.
Prizes are donated by Scottish Book Trust:
1st prize: 5 books
2nd prize: 3 hardback books
3rd prize: 3 books
£250 worth of books for the winning pupil’s primary school – a selection of picture books, non-fiction, fiction, poetry and plays suitable for second level
Winning pieces will be posted online as part of this website.
Who is the competition for?
The competition is open to all primary schools within Argyll & Bute. Entries are invited from second level pupils.
SLAINTE reports that the Scottish Government Household Annual Survey for 2009/10 has confirmed that reading for pleasure is by far the most common cultural activity in 2009/2010 with 62% of adults saying that they have done this in the last year. This is in line with previous years. The next most popular activity is dancing (18%), followed by crafts and playing and writing music (both 11%).
An exhibition of contemporary children’s book illustration curated by author Julia Donaldson and organised by The Park Gallery, Falkirk and Artlink Central is due to start a tour of the UK taking place from 20 August – 25 September. Details here:http://bit.ly/qv4aFr
With a mixture of storytelling skills, themes and contexts, the training and development programme aims to support storytellers at all levels; from curious beginners looking for a confidence-building taster to experienced storytellers interested in widening repertoire and potential audience.
Streaming live across the internet to you, see Quentin Blake bring to life some of his amazing characters live on stage! Hear him talk about working with Roald Dahl and you will have the chance to ask him questions!
Find out how you can celebrate Roald Dahl Day for a day, a week or a month.
The presentation will be available as an on-demand replay shortly after.
