Changing lives through books and reading at Alsop
by Educate Magazine March 10, 2023 · Secondary School News
Alsop High School in Liverpool held a series of special events to celebrate World Book Day 2023. Activities took place throughout an action-filled day to promote reading and a love of books.
As the day started, a message from Frank Cottrell-Boyce, patron of reading at Alsop, was delivered to the school community. Mr Cottrell-Boyce’s message read:
“Hello Alsop, my favourite school in the whole wide world! Today, I wish you a very, very happy World Book Day!
“I hope today’s school events, in the Library especially, will inspire you to read something that will change your life, or make you laugh, or become a treasured memory, or any of those amazing things that a book can be!”
A ‘swap shop’ was set up outside the school library. Students were invited to bring in any books they wished to swap with other students, or choose books from the library trolley.
During the day the school launched their annual ‘Let’s Celebrate! 500 Word Writing Competition’. Students, staff and parents are encouraged to write 500 words or less.
Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
- Originality
- Plot
- Characterisation
- Language
- Enjoyment!
The winners will be announced after Easter.
Mr Paul Masher, headteacher of Alsop High School, said: “We were thrilled that so many Alsop students were able to participate in our planned activities for World Book Day.
“Reading is important; it develops the mind. The mind is a muscle, and just like any other muscle in our body, it needs exercise. We read to succeed!
“It is no secret that children who read perform better and experience a wide range of positive emotions; they have more fun whilst transporting themselves to many exciting places!”
