Taking the Library on holidays with you
Want to take lots of great books on holiday with you but don’t know how to pack them all? The Library has the answer for you! Try borrowing some e-books! Students at Thomas Hassall have access to digital books through the Overdrive student app Sora. The Sora app is available on Window and Mac computers, iPhone and iPad, a wide range of mobile and android devices as well as Google Chromebooks. Setting up an account is quick and easy, and there is a wide range of great books available for borrowing. ‘How to create an account’ handouts are available in the Library, and a detailed help guide that covers every aspect of the Sora app is available on the Library’s canvas page. For more information please speak to Library staff who will be happy to help.
Media & Duke of Edinburgh equipment
Students who still have Media and Duke of Edinburgh equipment need to return them to the Library before the end of the term.
Upcoming activities in the Library
Anime and Manga Club – Tuesday 18th October (Week 2), lunchtime in N2
Page Turners Book Club – Wednesday 19th October (Week 2), lunchtime in N2
Book Bites
Take a book bite to see if it is to your taste
‘The Healer’s Apprentice’ – Melanie Dickerson
“Two Hearts. One Hope. Rose has been appointed as a healer’s apprentice at Hagenheim Castle, a rare opportunity for a woodcutter’s daughter like her. While she often feels uneasy at the sight of blood, Rose is determined to prove herself capable. Failure will mean returning home to marry the aging bachelor her mother has chosen for her a bloated, disgusting merchant who makes Rose feel ill. When Lord Hamlin, the future duke, is injured, it is Rose who must tend to him. As she works to heal his wound, she begins to understand emotions she’s never felt before and wonders if he feels the same. But falling in love is forbidden, as Lord Hamlin is betrothed to a mysterious young woman in hiding. As Rose’s life spins toward confusion, she must take the first steps on a journey to discover her own destiny.”
‘The Healer’s Apprentice’ is a beautifully written story of young love, duty and honour. With an almost fairy tale style of storytelling, author Melanie Dickerson has woven together a tale that is both enjoyable and memorable. Main protagonist Rose is a compelling and believable character, her choosing to follow her heart all while living a life that is true to her beliefs will resonate with many readers. A great book that is suitable for students in Year 7 and above. Lots more books by Melanie Dickerson are available to borrow from the IRC.
Happy Holidays
Mrs Comiskey and Mr Smith would like to wish all students and their families a happy and safe holiday break.
Mrs Annette Comiskey & Mr Michael Smith
Senior IRC Library Team
