RIPPLES
Primary Schools Program 2024
Thursday 30 May, 2024
Venue: University of Newcastle, Ourimbah Campus
Bookings Now Closed.
Save the date: 29 May 2025
The 2024 Ripples Schools Program The Ripple Effect is designed to inspire the next generation of readers, creative artists and storytellers of the Central Coast, NSW, by offering an engaging, educational and interactive day. Over three fun-filled sessions, primary students will explore the world of literature with outstanding children’s authors and illustrators.
For visiting primary school groups, we offer author and illustrator talks and author and illustrator workshops.
The author talks offer a select group of authors and illustrators space to talk about their craft and engage with the students. These sessions can cater to larger groups, from 60 to 300.
The author workshops offer a select group of authors and illustrators space to demonstrate knowledge and stimulate creativity in a more intensive, hands-on context. These sessions can cater to smaller groups, capped at 30. Our workshops will encourage young people to open their imaginations and be bold in their creative writing, and may result in a creative writing output.
All sessions are developed with connections to the NSW Curriculum. All sessions suitable for grades 3 – 6.
In 2024, the Ripples Primary Schools Program is being offered as a DAY PASS. Entry is $20 for each student and entitles entry to two (2) author or illustrator talks, plus one (1) creative writing or illustration workshop.
Dates & Venues
Thursday May 30, 2024
Primary Program
Suitable for students grades 3-6
Venue
University of Newcastle, Ourimbah Campus
10 Chittaway Rd, Ourimbah 2258
Entry
$20 per student
Allows student entry to two (2) author or illustrator talks, plus one (1) creative writing or illustration workshop. Workshops will be allocated on a first come, first served basis with the best needs of your students in mind. Schools bringing 30+ students will be split into different workshops.
How to Book
Book here or by email or phone on 0412985909
Bookings close 5 April 2024
Bookings can only be made by schools or homeschool organisations
Timetable
Doors
9:30am
Author Talk
9:45am – 10:30am
Creative Writing and Illustration Workshops
10:45am – 11:45am
Book Signings & Lunch Break
11:45am – 12:45pm
Author Talk
12:45pm – 1:30pm
Book Signings
1:30pm – 2:00pm
The Ripple Effect
The Ripple Effect represents the power of words and illustration to open up a child’s world to diversity, transformation
Thursday 30 May, 2024
University of Newcastle, Ourimbah Campus
10 Chittaway Rd, Ourimbah 2258
9:30am – 9:45am
Doors
9:45am – 10:30am
Talk | Included in Day Pass
Author Talk: Unlikely Heroes
With Kate Foster
What do bravery, teamwork and a few broken rules create? Join our neurodivergent author hero Kate, as she reveals how all of us have a unique story to tell. Kate will read from her work and discuss themes, focusing on accepting differences in this fun introduction to celebrating diverse characters in story.
Learning Areas: English, Personal and Social Capability General Capabilities: Critical and Creative Thinking, Literacy
10:45am – 11:45am
Workshop | Included in Day Pass
Creative Writing & Illustration Workshops: Diving In
With Beau Wylie, Liz Ledden, Nisaluk Chantanakom, Pip Harry, Tohby Riddle, Wai Chim, Tracey Hawkins, Binny Talib, Sarah Davis
Ripples spread, creating change above and below the surface – much like a great
Learning areas Illustration: Visual Arts, English. General Capabilities: Personal and Social Capability Critical and Creative Thinking, Literacy
Learning areas Creative Writing: English. General Capabilities: Critical and Creative Thinking, Ethical Understanding, Literacy
11:45am – 12:45pm
Book Signings & Lunch Break
We suggest students bring their own lunch. Please note, books are available for purchase at the venue and can be personally signed by the authors and illustrators.
12:45pm – 1:30pm
Talk | Included in Day Pass
Author Talk: Small Starts to Exploding Endings
With Tim Harris
Sit in to explore Small Starts to Exploding Endings! What do rats, pizza, terrific twists and remarkable writing have in common? Discover the joy of creating with award-winning author Tim Harris.
Learning Areas: English, Personal and Social Capability
General Capabilities: Critical and Creative Thinking, Literacy
1:30pm – 2:00pm
Book Signings
Please note, books are available for purchase at the venue and can be personally signed by the authors and illustrators.
How to Book
The Ripples: Primary School Program can only be booked directly between Words on the Waves and the participating school or homeschool.
All sessions suitable for grades 3 – 6.
Teachers/Guardians: Free entry when accompanying students. Teacher/Guardian supervision is required at all sessions. If parents are bringing small groups you are expected to remain for the duration of the session.
Bookings close 5 April 2024
To make a booking:
- Complete our Booking form
- Contact: Fiona Lloyd 0412 985 909
- Email: schools@wordsonthewaves.com.au
How to Purchase Books
Books for these events can only be purchased at the venue. Cash or card is accepted. Students can then have their books personally signed by the author or illustrator.
Short Story Competition
In 2024, Ripples is introducing a short story competition for the budding writers and dreamers of the Central Coast, NSW!
Students in years 4 – 6 and 7 – 9 are encouraged to submit a short story, make some waves and go in the running to win prizes for both themselves and their schools.
Partners
T&Cs
Refund requests will be carefully considered in light of individual and school circumstances. All requests must be made in writing to schools@wordsonthewaves.com.au
