“Throughout 2024, students have been working under the guidance of our teacher-librarian Miss Cooper and, more recently as well, with the assistance of Miss McLeay, to create and publish their own books,” TGPS Principal Mark Clemson told NOTA.

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“Year 6 became the first cohort to receive their published books, marking a memorable culmination of their primary school journey, while students from lower grades, Kindergarten to Year 5, have also completed their own works.”

The students’ creative writing works were brought into reality via the use of online platform Book Creator, where they wrote, illustrated and designed their unique stories.

Upon completion, the books were edited by school staff before being professionally published.

Each Year 6 student received two copies of their books to take home and share with family and friends.

Students in lower grades will also have their own books edited and sent off for printing for distribution in 2025.

“This initiative highlights the importance of fostering creativity, literacy, and storytelling skills, and it assists in building identity and a sense of belonging for our students,” Principal Clemson added.

“We give students a picture book when they start their educational journey in Kindergarten.”

“Fast forward seven years later, we now are blessed to have our students sharing a book back to school that they’ve created.

“Students have transformed from readers to authors, illustrating the power of imagination and hard work.”

By Thomas O’KEEFE