
Storytime special: Marion and The Forty Thieves (feat. Dr Sarah Luke)
17.01.2025 - 17.01.2025
10:30 - 12:30
$ 10
Public / Offline
Naval Store, Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour NSW
English
7 - 12
Stage 1 (Years 1-2)
Stage 2 (Years 3-4)
Stage 3 (Years 5-6)
English: Writing, Grammar and Spelling, Reading
In addition to reading a passage from her novel, Sarah will do a book signing (limited books available for purchase on the day) and lead a hands-on creative writing workshop for the children in attendance. Inspired by archival photos, they'll craft a captivating hook for their own historical fiction story. Learn about Sarah here.
Perfect for young readers ages 7 to 12, Marion and the Forty Thieves is a thrilling adventure story set in the late 1800s and inspired by real-life events and people. It stars Marion Neitenstein whose father is the principal of a nautical school ship, moored at Cockatoo Island. The only girl among a rowdy group of boys, Marion finds herself in danger when she uncovers a plot involving the notorious Forty Thieves gang. Learn more about Cockatoo Island's historical nautical school ships here.
Tickets are just $10 per person or $35 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children OR 1 adult and 3 children). Book now to secure your spot!
https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/storytime-special-marion-and-the-forty-thieves
- Cost: $10 per person, $35 for a family (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children).
- Day and time: Friday 17 January 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm
- Meeting point: Naval Store, Cockatoo Island
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Meeting point: Naval Store, Cockatoo Island