Boys, Blokes and Books

ENJOY READING AS BLOKES AND BOYS

As a male role model you can contribute positively in facilitating your boy’s school achievement and life goals.
Research consistently shows that there are many ways in which blokes have a positive impact when sharing literacy
experiences with children. This includes


  • fostering intellectual and language
  • development and building strong,
  • supportive relationships.
In short, our aim is to help you enjoy reading as “Blokes and Boys”.


Benefits To Boys
Positive male role models contribute to boys developing:
· Greater resiliency
· Higher self esteem
· Stronger attachment
· Positive peer relations
· Empathy

Benefits to Blokes
· Great relationships with their boys
· Enhanced self confidence
· Greater well being
· Improved skills

Benefits of attending Boys, Blokes and Books Seminars
· Learn new skills that will support your boy’s academic success
· Collaborative learning at a tailored Blokes seminar
· Information on the very latest in literacy learning
· Networking with other Blokes

Thursday 27th August 6.30- 8.30pm Blokes only.

Thursday 3rd September 6.30- 8.30pm Blokes and Boys.


This special event is open to all Blokes and boys who need help with literacy strategies to enhance enjoyment of reading.
Cost: $30.00 per Bloke
Cash/cheque paid at first session
Book Now! Limited places
Ph: Ros on 6201 2453
Email: ucanread@canberra.edu.au
R.S.V.P 21st of August 2009
Special Guests
Assoc Prof Francesco Sofo
Assoc Dean of Research , Dr. Robert Fitzgerald
Lecturer Darryl Stuckey




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