Australia Reads – Good News for Reading at MWSC
There is good news about reading in Australia. Recent data from Australia Reads shows that reading rates are holding steady, with young Australians reading more often across print books, eBooks and audiobooks. Click here to view the data.
At MWSC, our library catalogue tells a positive story too. Across the Junior and Senior Campus Resource Centres, students are reading widely and choosing from a strong range of genres and formats.
Popular borrowing areas include Australian young adult fiction, mystery and thriller, fantasy, dystopian fiction, manga, graphic novels, humour, sport, literary classics and high-interest non-fiction. The catalogue also shows strong use of language resources and research materials, highlighting the important role the Resource Centres play in supporting learning across the college.
It is wonderful to see students reading for pleasure, interest, challenge and learning. Students are exploring different genres, trying new formats, following favourite series and building confidence as readers.
With the school holidays almost here, now is a great time to choose a good book. Students are encouraged to visit their campus Resource Centre before the end of term to borrow books for the break. Families are also encouraged to support holiday reading by talking with students about what they are reading, visiting a local public library, or setting aside time for reading at home.
Students can also continue reading by borrowing eBooks and audiobooks through ePlatform. MWSC Library resources can be explored here.
We wish all students and families a safe and restful break, whether you are travelling, relaxing at home, enjoying the winter weather, or finding a quiet moment with a good book. We look forward to welcoming students back to the Resource Centres next term.
Mrs Tanya Alderton
Teacher Librarian, Senior Campus