Mr. Yipadee really enabled the parents to engage with the show and their children. It was just so incredible to see the effect Mr. Yipadee’s outgoing, humorous and engaging persona had. Dean had many activities that the children and parents participated in, one of which they all “drove” in a line around the entire junior area singing with plastic plates as their steering wheels (this is including the parents!). He performed many songs but our favourite was a twist on “Twinkle, twinkle, little s [...]

Sarah's whole school performance and workshop sessions were so incredibly engaging and captivating. She was able to retain the attention of all students from Kindergarten to Year 6! Sarah's presentation was fun, exciting and very humorous. She has left our students incredibly inspired, thank you Sarah!

Francis gave an engaging talk to our students on writing feature articles based on her experiences. The practical activities she used with the students were great.

It’s may sound like a cliché-but it’s a true one- Crystal got even reluctant writers to complete a story. For at least one student this may be the first time that he has done this!

Andy had a well organised, engaging and interactive presentation. He shared some of his published books, talking about the process of getting a book to a published state. Andy also brought in his version of a 'writer's notebook', which tied in very well with our students' own launch of personal writer's notebooks. Andy was engaging and entertaining for our yr 3-6 students, with his sketching and involving them in doing their own 'two animal' sketch.

Thanks - easy to work with, and great suggestions of speakers that might suit us.

Karen’s motivating, inclusive style and high-yield activities really had the students at all abilities working hard, creating stories and experimenting with their imagination.

The sessions both with the students and with the teachers were fantastic. It made all the teachers talk about what and how we are teaching as well as ignited a passion in the teachers to implement changes to their practices.

Anisa was a hit with students and staff. Her fun informal style was engaging and it was great to see our students participating in word games. A number of my budding writers followed her to her car seeking advice. One of my more reticent young lady’s was particularly keen to seek her counsel. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to friends and colleagues.

Leigh was incredibly well organised and extremely engaging for our entire school. He managed to run 3 sessions that were interactive and inspiring for all 900 of our students.

I think Kat Apel may be our Book Week treasure. The boys love you! Teachers, students and parents have loved hearing you talk about your books and your family, and all the teachers have been impressed with your style and your activities.

Scott was accommodating to our needs with a boys' class who had read one of his books. He inspired them to continue to read and to work on their writing.

Sue exceeded expectations. She was brilliant and received great feedback from our participants. Thank you for your service. It is great to work with such an organised team.

Nadia was inspiring, energetic, motivating and supportive of all the participants.

Kerry was a great speaker and more than met our expectations. Would definitely recommend her to others.