8th October 2024
Dear Parent/Carer,
We are excited to announce that Dominique Valente, author of the very popular Starfell series will be visiting our school on Thursday 10th October to talk to the children in years 4 to 6 about her new book, ‘Witchspark’. The visit will take place in The Marlow Hall between 11am and 12 noon.
Witchspark is a magical mystery book set in a historical, magical version of Britain and is aimed at readers aged 7+. In the story, Eglantine Bury can’t find her Witchspark and if her magic doesn’t appear, her family and their magical house will fall into the terrifying clutches of the evil Whistlewitch. Across the land, Princess Victoria faces her own danger, as her secret magical powers start to spiral out of control causing chaos. The two aspiring witches turn to the disgraced witch Miss Hegotty for help, but her lessons are difficult and powerful. Can this secret magic match up to the dangers these two hopeful witches face?
During the hour-long event, Dominique will explain how being born with one hand is a kind of unexpected superpower which inspired her to become a writer. In her fun-filled, completely interactive event, Dominique will lead a whole audience activity where together the children will create a magical fantasy world of their own.
Often pupils are very inspired to read the author’s book after the event. As a school, we have ordered 4 copies of the book which will be available for the children to borrow from our KS2 library. Alternatively, your child could borrow the book from their local public library. Some children may like to purchase their own copy of the book. Waterstones are offering a discounted rate of £6.29 (RRP £8.99) to mark our involvement in this special event. There is absolutely no expectation for you to purchase this book, but if you wish to order a copy, you can do so by completing the form below and handing it into the school office together with the appropriate payment (cash or cheque) by 9.30am on Thursday. We will order the books the following day and upon receipt, arrange for them to be delivered to the appropriate children in their classrooms. We hope to arrange for Dominique to sign book plates for all orders received by 9.30am on Thursday.
We hope your child will enjoy this visit and come away with a few ideas for magical stories of their own.
Miss Siddall
Co-Headteacher
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I would like to order ___ copy/copies of Witchspark at the special price of £6.29 per copy.
Child’s name: _________________________ Class: _________________________
I enclose payment of £_______ Signed by parent/carer: _______________________