Hugh O'Rourke (TY) has just read "Big Bang" by Simon Singh, Peadar Charles (TY) read "Why Don't Penguins' Feet Freeze?" published by New Scientist.Read on to see what they think about the books.
The book I read from the library was "Big Bang" by Simon Singh. It's an easy-to-read book telling you about all the great physicians from over the centuries. It tells you why and how they made their discoveries. Anyone can read it and it is a fascinating book.
Hugh O'Rourke (TY)
"Why Don't Penguins' Feet Freeze?" grabs your attention and you're drawn in out of curiosity. You're then drawn in for a number of other quirky facts. Enjoy.
Peadar Charles (TY)
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Our Transition Year (TY) students hosted a successful coffee morning in the school hall to raise funds for Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services in Harold's Cross. Year groups visited the hall in turn for tea, coffee, and treats. Thanks to Ms. Maxwell, Ms. Talbot, Ms. McGill and all our TY students.
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On Wednesday, the 23rd of September, a group of us TY students had the opportunity to welcome Irish writer Elaine Garvey to our school, where we took part in a two-hour workshop with her. On Friday the 25th of September, we embarked on our weekly trip which brought us northside, to Glasnevin Cemetery, so write Ianis, Vihaan and Matthew B (TY Weekly editors).
Some of our Chinese students celebrated the Mooncake Festival this morning with traditional treats, and stories about the holiday. The round shape of the mooncakes mirrors the bright harvest moon, symbolizing family togetherness and completeness.
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