BookSlam 2014 saw hundreds of primary school pupils from all
over Wales congregate in Brecon for a children’s literary bonanza. Over two
rounds, dozens of schools competed to wow the judges with their enthusiasm for
their favourite books. The children of Broadhaven School ran out the eventual
winners, having impressed with their discussion of Nina Bawden’s Carrie’s War and a dramatic presentation
of Silent Mountain, an adventure
story with an ecological twist by Candy Jar’s own Michelle Briscombe.
Broadhaven’s headteacher, Mr A Williams, was delighted with his
students’ success: ‘Our pupils got in touch with Michelle Briscombe… to say
they would be presenting her work in the BookSlam competition. She wished them
the best of luck, and her words obviously had the desired effect!’
BookSlam is an annual event ran by the Welsh Books Council.
Medi Jones-Jackson, Children’s Books and Reading Promotion Officer for the
council, was delighted to see the children ‘brimming with enthusiasm’ for the
chance to analyse and perform their favourite books. Candy Jar is very proud to
have played a part in inspiring the pupils of Broadhaven, and would like to
congratulate them on their success (and impeccable taste)!
To find out what they’re so enthusiastic about, click here.
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