Michael Panckridge: Yup – I was a reluctant reader once…

Session description:

Michael is an experienced primary and lower secondary school teacher who knows how to connect with children. As a sporty kid who struggled initially with reading, Michael is able to engage with both our keen and more reluctant readers. He is the author of over 30 books, many sports related but his later books have a mystical and sinister quality which are proving a hit with the middle years group.

Topics:

• General author talk
• Tips for engaging reluctant readers
• Tips for budding author