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December, 2023
Six budding authors from Shore Preparatory School have had their first books published, under the guidance of renowned children’s author and mentor, Tim Harris. The boys wrote their books as part of a High Potential Learning writing project that was conceived with a clear vision – to provide a nurturing space where some of our best young writers could explore their creativity and refine their writing skills under the mentorship of an accomplished author. Beyond the aim of developing their writing abilities, the year-long project encouraged higher-order thinking, and promoted creativity, critical analysis, and problem-solving. By working closely with Tim as a mentor, the students gained first-hand exposure to the writing process, its nuances, and the discipline required to excel in the literary world. The boys were selected as they have shown keen interest in writing but have also been performing above expectations for their grade. The books are being sold on a preorder with 100% of the sales going to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/. The Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) is a national charity working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander remote Communities across Australia. Ms Alexandra Geersen, High Potential Learning Teacher at Shore Preparatory School 3-6, said of the programme, “We were looking for a way to nurture and extend the boys beyond the classroom and a mentor programme seemed like a wonderful way to foster the emerging talents we had observed in the classroom over several years.” See below for a copy of the book covers and blurbs and as seen in The Wentworth Courier.
Famine by Will McCowan (Year 6) from Mosman. The book explores extreme famine and hunger — those who hold food, hold power. Charlie and his friends work on a farm, and they discover uncomfortable truths. Just how far will they go to lift the lid on ruthless mercenaries and their wicked schemes?
The Underground by Zachary Robertson (Year 5) from Roseville. On the run from his ruthless father, Felix stumbles into an underground cave system. Desperate for survival, Felix ventures deep into the caves and uncovers a secret world — The Underground. Friendships are formed and adventures are had, but the more Felix learns about The Underground, the more dangerous things become. Can Felix find it within himself to challenge authority when all hope seems lost?
Implant by Rupert Bransgrove (Year 6) from Roseville. In the book, Noah and Justin think they are ordinary 12-year-olds, living in a world much like ours. But everything changes when an eerie technology sweeps across their town—mysterious implants controlled by the enigmatic artificial intelligence. Implant explores the boundaries of friendship and bravery, challenging two ordinary kids to rise above the extraordinary challenges that lie ahead.
Red Snow by Louis Williams (Year 6) from Castlecrag. Three prominent detectives are sent to Crown Manor to watch over its residents, but when one goes missing, tensions in the mansion begin to rise. Will the murderer be found before they can strike again?
Hacked by Conal Robertson (Year 6) from Queen's Park. The United States of America has been hacked, with the threat of the government's top-secret information being exposed — or worse — two of the country's finest CIA agents are sent to Paris on a mission to capture those responsible. Will the enemy hacker be caught before it is too late?
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