3rd October 2012
We were lucky enough to
have a visit from the Marvin and Molly creator, Joseph Theobald as
part of our Book themed week. The pupils have loved listening to
Marvin Wants More and Marvin Gets Mad as part of their storytimes
over the years and so were very excited to actually meet the author
and illustrator.
Joseph was really lovely
with the children and he read stories, chatted and gave illustration
lessons to our pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Regardless of age the
pupils were enthralled by the sessions. A few members of staff
commented that it was nice to have an author who aimed his talk at
the right levelsfor Early Years and Keystage 1 & 2.
Joseph also put a lot of
work into all of the books he signed for the pupils. He drew a little
picture of Marvin in each of the books before dedicating them and
signing them. It was much appreciated. In fact all of the little
touches that Jospeh did before, during and after the visit were
really thoughtful. The advance orders for the books and the little
Molly and Marvin postcards and magnets he left for the children just
added that extra bit of magic.
I
would heartily recommend a visit from Joseph, he was entertaining and
laid back and certainly not a demanding diva (as some
authors/illustrators have been on visits!). I certainly love my new
skill of being able to draw Marvin the sheep and I know the children
do too!
Debbie Liddle
Head Librarian, Tettenhall College
Head Librarian, Tettenhall College
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