Bring the Magic to Your Classroom
Nicholas Young offers free, engaging primary school author visits designed to inspire a love of reading, spark imagination and encourage confidence through the magical world of Olivia and the Ragdolls.
(Minimum order of 20 books)
What the visit includes
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Live interactive story story reading
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Meet-the-characters discussion
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Creative activity worksheets
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Q&A about storytelling, imagination and writing
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Book signing for pupils
Suitable For
KS1 & KS2 (ages 5 - 10) whole classes of assemblies
Learning Benefits
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Encourages reading for pleasure and positive reading identity
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Builds confidence, creativity and imaginative thinking
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Supports emotional literacy through discussion of feelings and bravery
Resources
Curriculum Links (UK)
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English - reading: Listening to and discussing stories; increasing familiarity with fiction; expressing opinions about characters and events
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English - Writing: Developing ideas for writing; character creation; storytelling and vocabulary development.
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Spoken Language: Participation in discussion; asking relevant questions; articulating thoughts and ideas.
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PSHE: Exploring feelings, fears, bravery, resilience and empathy through story.
How the Free Visit Works
The visit itself is completely free of charge. Schools commit to a minimum order of 20 books, with a parent
Order form provided in advance. Books are signed during the visit.
Booking and Contact
To arrange a visit or for more info.
