On Wednesday 24^th May, Byford Primary School participated in national Simultaneous Storytime, along with many other schools around Australia.

National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country. Now in its 23nd successful year, it is a colourful, vibrant, fun event that aims to promote the value of reading and literacy, using an Australian children's book that explores age-appropriate themes, and addresses key learning areas of the National Curriculum for Foundation to Year 6.

This year’s book, was ‘The Speedy Sloth.’ It was wonderful for the whole school to get together in the undercover area and listen to this very enjoyable story, which contained some fabulous virtues and messages. Classes then completed some great activities. Here is a snapshot of some of the fabulous work!

Room 3 - Sloth Craft