Middle Years Library - a learning journey
Author John Heffernan visits SACC!
Wednesday 17 October
John Heffernan (aka Charlie Carter) will be visiting St Andrew's Catholic College to talk about his books and aspects of writing and story telling. He will also have books for sale and signing. John Heffernan's books include
A horse called Elvis,
Where there's smoke,
Harry's War, the
Battle boy series and my favourite,
The island. Years 6 & 7 will spend an hour with John Heffernan but
everyone can learn more about him and take part in our quiz about the author and his novels by checking out his website -
www.spudplus.com
The Quiz
1. Where there's smoke is based on the events of a real-life Australian natural disaster. What is its name?
2. One of John Heffernan's books won CBCA Book of the Year for Young Readers. What is its title?
3. John Heffernan's love for dogs led him to write his first book about his own dog. What is its name?
4. John has also written fantasy and science fiction novels, including The mind master. What is the name of the Fantasy series to which this book belongs?
5. What would you ask John Heffernan about his books or writing in general if you had the chance?