Outreach Feedback 2010

Edinburgh International Book Festival
Outreach Programme 2010

 

Tony Mitton

Date: Tuesday 24th August 2010

Age Group: P1-P6 

Local Authority: Fife

 

 

Pupil Feedback:

Demi, age 7, Foulford Primary

Neil, age 11, Foulford Primary

'I thought Tony Mitton was excellent. All of his poems and stories were great!' Briony, age 10, Foulford Primary

'Our school had a visit from a funny, exciting and interesting author Tony Mitton.' Aidan, 11, Foulford Primary

Teacher Feedback:

‘A thoroughly enjoyable event. Tony was very approachable and captured the children’s imaginations through his acting, miming and great delivery. Thanks Tony!’ Foulford Primary School

‘I thought Tony's 'performance' was fantastic! He really tried to engage a wide range of children by acting out his poems and stories and this helped the children to understand the tales and also to join in.’ Foulford Primary School

Go to our blog page to find out more about Tony's Outreach events.

Sharon Dogar

Date: Wednesday 25th August

Age group: P7-S3

Local Authority: Scottish Borders

 

 

Teacher Feedback:

‘Sharon Dogar's talk was fascinating, and she really held the attention of the pupils. The content was interesting, as was the way she spoke - difficult to single out what was most enjoyed.’ Peebles High School

'Wonderful event. Fascinating topic, the author really made it come alive; pupils enjoyed hearing about the book and were riveted throughout.' Peebles High School

'Very professional. The informal feedback suggested the pupils had found the event thought provoking.' Eyemouth High School

Go to our blog page to find out more about Sharon's Outreach events.

 

Paul Collicutt

Date: Friday 27th August

Age group: P7-S1

Local Authority: East Renfrewshire

 

 

Teacher Feedback:

‘A fantastic event’ St.Mark's Primary School

‘Using the author’s ideas in their own creations and writing pieces. Gave a focus.’ St.Mark's Primary School

‘Rapport with the pupils and the imagination that brought the text to life through his illustrations.’ Neilston Primary School

‘Pupils were thoroughly engaged. Teachers used much of the input as a focus for writing lessons.’ Neilston Primary School

Go to our blog page to find out more about Paul's Outreach events.

John Fardell

Date: Monday 30th August

Age group: P5-P7

Local Authority: South Lanarkshire

 

 

 

Pupil Feedback:

Melissa, age 9, Cathkin Primary

Megan, age 9, Cathkin Primary

'I learnt that you should always use your imagination and your notepad!' Steven, age 10, Cathkin Primary School

'John Fardell reminded me of how good it is to sit down and get carried away with a story' Kenie, age 9, Cathkin Primary school

'He let us make up our own story...it wa so much fun. Louise, age 10, Cathkin Primary School

Teacher Feedback:

'The author was very good at engaging with the children. He also got the children to think about a new story.' Cathkin Primary School

'Brilliant! Very worthwhile and thanks to all the staff who helped!' Cathkin Primary School

 

Go to our blog page to find out more about John's Outreach events.

Michael Grant

Date: Tuesday 31st August

Age group: S1-S3

Local Authority: North Lanarkshire

 

 

Teacher Feedback:

'Michael was an engaging speaker. He really put the audience at ease quickly with his humor. His use of music as inspiration for characters was great.'

Go to our blog page to find out more about Michael's Outreach events.

Guy Bass

Date: Wednesday 1st September

Age group: P2-P5

Local Authority: East Lothian

 

 

Pupil Feedback:

'I can't wait for more of his books to come out' Mica, age 9, St Mary's RC Primary

'I enjoyed listening to Guy Bass and I am now reading his book at home' Aaron, age 9, St Mary's RC Primary

'He made the story sound alive. I liked his story so much I bought one of his books and got his autograph three times. I thought it was all very cool'  Andrew, age 9, St Mary's RC Primary

Teacher Feedback:

'P2 very much enjoyed the Guy bass event and found it interesting and entertaining. P4 to P5 loved the whole experience.' St Mary's RC Primary

Go to our blog page to find out more about Guy's Outreach events.

To find out more about the Edinburgh International Book Festival, and to view highlights from this year's events, please visit www.edbookfest.co.uk