Ferny Grove schools urged to book into Premier’s reading challenge

Member for Ferny Grove, Mark Furner MP HAS encouraged local schools to take up the Premier’s Reading Challenge to help foster a love of books among children.
Mr Furner said as part of the Premier’s Reading Challenge from 19 May to 28 August students would aim to read a minimum number of books.
“I want to encourage local schools to take up the challenge because this is a great way to support existing literacy programs,” he said
“This is all about encouraging our students to get more involved in reading.”
During the challenge Prep to Year 2 students aim to read or experience 20 books, Years 3 – 4 students aim to read 20 books and Years 5 – 9 aim to read 15 books.
Mr Furner said throughout the challenge students – along with their parent/guardian – would keep track of their reading progress.
“The challenge is great opportunity for classes to celebrate reading milestone with students along the way and students will also receive Certificates of Achievement,” he said.