This year, our chosen book is: Return by Aaron Becker.
Caldecott Honor winner Aaron Becker delivers a suspenseful and moving climax to his wordless trilogy, an epic that began with the award-winning Journey and continued with the celebrated follow-up Quest.
Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It’s her third journey into the enticing realm of kings and emperors, castles and canals, exotic creatures and enchanting landscapes. This time, it will take something truly powerful to persuade her to return home, as a gripping backstory is revealed that will hold readers in its thrall.
On Thursday 5th March, pupils and staff will dress up as anything linking with the text. Over the years, the children’s costumes have become more and more creative and we hope that this year proves to be the best yet. Alongside the costume parade, the children will be taking part in an oral retelling of the story, as well as completing an imaginative writing task.
Please follow the link below to find out more about the story and to be inspired: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmC1m1H-leg.
We will also be hosting our annual ‘Great Sherington Book Swap!’ on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March 2020. Please have a think over half-term which book (or books – if you wish) you are happy to donate.