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Posted on July 16th 2018
The Bromley Summer Reading Challenge
What is ‘The Bromley Summer Reading Challenge’?
Reading for pleasure is more important for children’s educational success than their family’s socio-economic status – reported by the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) 2002.
As part of our literacy initiative here at Harris Girls’ Academy Bromley, we strongly believe that reading is a pivotal determiner in how well students do in their exams. This year we have launched The Bromley Reading Challenge 2018, whereby students are able to complete a range of tasks over the summer, alongside reading a range of text. We have taken on this initiative in an effort to continue to encourage our girls to read for pleasure – especially given the benefits.
We hope you and your daughter take part, and enjoy some of the suggested challenges. We look forward to your feedback in the coming academic year.
What does it involve?
- Keep a reading log of everything you read over the summer.
- First week back – help creating your presentation of the activities and books you read over the summer (snacks on offer during sessions).
- Second week back – presentations and winner announced.
- Prizes for first, second and third places.
- Parents can help you with your challenge.
- Competition open to all year groups!
- 90 points available for joining your local library!
Suggested activities (select as many as you like)
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Read 5 books from the Bromley 100 list.
100 points |
Read 3 books from the Bromley suggested reading list 2018.
80 points |
Draw a picture of one of the main characters in your book and label with their feature and characteristics.
80 points |
Read a book in an unusual place – draw or take a picture of you doing it.
50 points |
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Read a newspaper article (try an online news website such as the Guardian, or a free newspaper). Summarise the article in 20 words, then 10 words, then 5 words, then 1 word.
100 points |
Read a letter or bill that comes to your home (ask permission first). Consider the purpose of the letter and any techniques used. Now write a response to this letter in the same style.
90 points |
Read a page from two different websites, on a similar topic. Compare the two pages – what are the similarities and differences between the two? Consider the words used, purpose, content, setting, characters, how each piece makes you feel.
80 points
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Write a letter to one of the characters in your book asking them about something that happened to them in the story.
60 points |
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Read at least two different books in a week. Your parents needs to verify this.
(parent signature)
100 points |
Complete a book review for one the books that you have read. Ensure you research what book review looks like.
70 points |
Ask an adult to sit with you whilst you read to them for 20 minutes – they could read too. This adult needs to
(parent signature) 60 points |
Redesign the front cover of one of your books. Write an explanation as to why you chose your new design.
50 points |
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Create a quiz for your book with at least 10 questions.
60 points |
Write a new blurb for the book that you have read.
50 points |
Design a poster to promote a book the book you recently read.
50 points |
Make up a game to play, which relate s to the book that you are reading.
90 points |
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Research the book you are reading. Note down any interesting facts/information about the book or the author.
65 points |
Make something mentioned in the story that you are reading. This could be a toy, a picture or meal.
100 points |
Make a wanted poster for the villain in story that you are reading.
50 points |
Make up a song, rap or poem about the book you are reading.
90 points |
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Read a story to younger child. Take a picture whilst doing this.
(parent signature)
60 points |
If the book you are reading was made into a film, which actors would play the lead roles and why? Where would it be set and why?
60 points |
Make an unusual bookmark linked to the book that you are reading.
40 points |
Write a letter to your favourite character, from one of the books you have read over the summer, persuading them to visit your school.
60 points |
List of local libraries
Central Library
Address: High St, Bromley BR1 1EX
Phone: 020 3931 0900
Burnt Ash Library
Address: Burnt Ash Ln, Bromley BR1 5AF
Phone: 020 8460 3405
Southborough Library
Address: Southborough Ln, Bromley BR2 8AP
Phone: 020 8467 0355
Downham Library
Address: Moorside Rd, Bromley BR1 5EP
Phone: 020 8314 9705
Shortlands Library
Address: Shortlands Road, Bromley BR2 0JP
Phone: 020 8460 9692
Hayes Library
Address: Hayes St, Bromley, Hayes BR2 7LH
Phone: 020 8462 2445
Penge Library
Address: Penge Library, 46 Green Ln, London SE20 7JX
Phone: 020 3915 7066
Beckenham Library
Address: Beckenham Road, Beckenham Rd, Beckenham BR3 4PE
Phone: 020 8650 7292
West Wickham Library
Address: Glebe Way, West Wickham BR4 0SH
Phone: 020 8777 4139
How to apply for a library card
- Figure out where your local library is located.
- Determine what type of identification you will need to bring to get a card.
- Visit your local library branch – bring your identification documents with you to the library
- Find an employee to speak to and ask to apply for a library card. This should be a common request at the library, so the employee should understand what you are asking for.
- Fill out all necessary paper work.
- Sign your library card. Depending on your specific library, you may get your card right away or they may send it to you.
