S1/S2 Bookfare

Recently, St Aidan’s High School’s library held a book fare to allow children to purchase books from a variety of different genres and styles. The event was in aid of book week Scotland. It was mainly targeted at S1 and S2. This not only encourages the improvement of their literacy skills but is also helping to feed a child via Mary’s Meals for a whole school year as the money raised goes to this great cause. Even after the event the books leftover were still sold throughout the week to raise more funds. Miss McGough, the school librarian commented saying “Most of the books were fiction, some were non-fiction and were sold to a lot of the pupils who planned on giving them to younger siblings.” Authors such as Jaqueline Wilson were featured in the sale and the pupils had great fun choosing from the wide selection. On the day of the event, the library was very busy and the children had an exciting time, listening to music which included a soundtrack made by a senior pupil. Staff also supported the book fare and bought books for their classrooms and family members.