Monthly Archives: May 2014

Paper Cuts 2014 –  Book Trailer and Book Cover Design Competition

Posted on May 22, 2014 by PTC

 Secondary school students are invited to enter an exciting new competition to celebrate the importance of reading for literacy development and enjoyment. Paper Cuts 2014 is a great opportunity for creative students who are interested in art or media to … Continue reading →

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National Simultaneous Storytime 2014

Posted on May 19, 2014 by PTC

Its here! National Simultaneous Storytime is this Wednesday – May 21st 2014!Penguin Books Australia is thrilled to be participating in NSS 2014 and we wish to thank those of you sharing this charming story about Eric the boy who had Too Many … Continue reading →

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New books for school -April/May 2014

Posted on May 14, 2014 by PTC

APRIL  Max by MARC MARTIN Max and Bob are old friends. Max helps out in Bob’s shop, and in the evenings they go fishing together. Until one summer, when everything changes . . . From the winner of the 2013 Crichton … Continue reading →

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Event: Loyal Creatures with Morris Gleitzman

Posted on May 14, 2014 by PTC

The Centre for Youth Literature and Penguin Teachers’ Academy present Tuesday 10 June, 10am – 11am Wednesday 11 June, 10am – 11am The Courtyard, State Library of Victoria Cost: $7.70 per person Bookings: Book online (Tues/Wed) or (03) 8664 7555 Beloved children’s writer Morris … Continue reading →

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Professional Learning Event with Susan McLean and Hamish Curry

Posted on May 3, 2014 by PTC

Penguin Teachers’ Academy Presents – Susan McLean in conversation with Hamish Curry. Susan McLean is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of cyber safety and young people. She was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years and in 1994 … Continue reading →

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Who Lives Here? Update

Posted on May 2, 2014 by PTC

 Penguin Group is delighted to announce the release of two brand new scenes in the Who Lives Here? App for iPhone®, iPad® and iPod® touch, one of which is our very own Australian Outback! Available now on the App Store®. Designed by … Continue reading →

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