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Chloe interviews Canadian illustrator/storyteller Tony Cliff, the author of the Delilah Dirk graphic novels, about the series, his illustrating, and the creative process. The interview took place during the TD Book Week on May 9th, 2019.
In this episode of the Wilkinson Podcast, Issa interviews Canadian author Richard Scrimger about his books, his writing, and the creative process. Richard Scrimger's books include 'The Nose from Jupiter', Lucky Jonah', 'From Charlie's Point of View', 'Downside Up', and 'Ink Me', which is a part of the popular 'Seven' series. The interview took place during a school visit to Wilkinson on May 14th, 2018.
In this podcast episode, Dastaan interviews Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Clayton Shirt. Mr. Shirt visited the grade 5 and 6 classes at Wilkinson to speak about reconciliation and treaties as a part of a 'Living Library' event to celebrate Treaty Recognition Week in Ontario. The interview took place in the Wilkinson Library on November 7th, 2017.
The Blue Spruce nominated titles for 2018′s Forest of Reading!
Silver Birch Fiction Award nominees for 2018!
Silver Birch Non-Fiction nominated titles for 2018!
Silver Birch Express nominees for 2018!
Musician, ukulele teacher, Uke Day founder, and former Wilkinson parent speaks with Otis about Uschool, the ukulele and music education. For 10 years, Melanie has been teaching ukulele to students across Toronto and she started it all right here at Wilkinson! You can learn more about School at uschool.ca.
Author Visit with Elizabeth MacLeod
On June 15th, grade 3 and 4 students had author Elizabeth MacLeod visit with them to discuss some her books and writing. Ms MacLeod has been writing for over 20 years and some of her recent books include 'Canada Year by Year', 'Colossal Canada: 100 Epic Facts and Feats', ' A History of Just about Everything' and 'Bunny the Brave War Horse'.
Ms Macleod gave a dynamic and engaging talk filled with interesting stories and historical details which focused mainly on figures and events in Canadian history. Students were particularly fascinated with the memorabilia and stories from WWI and WWII. During her visit, Farzana interviewed Ms MacLeod as part of the Wilkinson Podcast. You can listen to the interview here.
In this podcast interview, Farzana speaks with Canadian author Elizabeth MacLeod about her books and writing. Some of her recent books include 'Canada Year by Year', 'Colossal Canada: 100 Epic Facts and Feats', ' A History of Just about Everything' and 'Bunny the Brave War Horse'. The interview took place during a school visit with grade 3 and 4 students on June 15th, 2017.
In this episode, Sora interviews author Melanie Florence about her books and writing. Her books include 'Jordin Tootoo', 'Righting Canada's Wrongs: Residential Schools' and 'Missing Nimama' a picture book which sensitively introduces the issue of Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women to younger readers. The latter won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award for 2016. The interview took place during a school visit to Wilkinson on January 26th, 2017.
Author Visit with Melanie Florence
On January 26th, the grade 5 and 6 students had author Melanie Florence visit with them to discuss some her books and writing. Ms Florence is the author of a number of books with a First Nations and Inuit focus including ‘Jordin Tootoo’, Righting Canada’s Wrongs: Residential Schools’ and ‘Missing Nimama’. The latter, a picture book about Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women, won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award for 2016. You can read more about her work and her books at http://www.melanieflorence.com.
Ms Florence’s presentation focused largely around the terrible legacy of the residential school system in Canada. Her talk was well received and students asked very thoughtful and insightful questions about this shameful past. After her visit, Melanie Florence agreed to be interviewed for the Wilkinson Podcast. You can listen to the interview here.
The always popular Silver Birch nominees were announced on Friday. Read more about the nominated titles in the Fiction, Non Fiction and Express categories on the OLA’s Forest of Reading website.
The 2017 Blue Spruce Award list is out and what a list it is! Read all about the nominated titles here.
The Wilkinson Book Fair is on next week Monday to Friday!
In this episode, Remy interviews author Marty Chan about his books and his writing. Mr. Chan's books include 'The Marty Chan Mysteries', 'Bigfoot series', 'Erich Weisz Chronicles' and 'The Keeper of the Vault series'.
Marty Chan Author Visit
On May 13th, Wilkinson hosted Marty Chan as part of the Canadian Children’s Book Centre TD Book Week. Mr Chan is the author of numerous books including 'The Marty Chan Mysteries', 'Bigfoot series', 'Erich Weisz Chronicles' and 'The Keeper of the Vault series'. You can learn more about his books and writing at http://martychan.com.
He spoke to our grades 4, 5 and 6 classes about where he gets his ideas and about the writing process. A number of students remarked about his message that stories are everywhere and in everything we do. They loved his stories (you could hear a pin drop in our carpeted library!) and, of course, his magic tricks! There were at least 20 students on the afternoon of the visit who wanted to check out one of his books!
In between presentations, Mr. Chan agreed to be interviewed for the Wilkinson Podcast. You can listen to the interview here.
Thank you, Marty Chan, for visiting and sharing your stories and experiences!