On Friday we ran with the theme of International Games Day in the Library, which is an activity promoted by ALIA. (Australian Library and Information Association) Various board games were set out, especially the ever popular Connect 4, along with Pick Up Sticks and Chess.
There were also a variety of Minute to Win It Challenges happening during recess and lunch as well, which were very popular with the students.... or maybe it was the M&Ms contest and eating them that was the highlight?
Kalheel currently holds most of the top scores, successfully defending his title against all comers. He came back when the lunch bell rang to go back to class, concerned in case he had been toppled off his perch, and was very happy to be assured that he was still top dog.
A couple of the boys challenged Mr Marday to a game of chess - so he took them both on at the same time. Very impressive!
On asking the students for feedback, it seems they all had fun, and would like to see more of that type of thing happening in the Library -so something to plan for - although maybe not everyday as was requested. And nobody appeared all that upset that the computers were off-limits for the day, so bonus!
A very enjoyable day for all involved it seems. My thanks to the teachers who came in and helped supervise, and challenged the kids to some of the activities.
