Write A Book In A Day 2020
This week, sixty-two John Forrest Secondary College students across eight writing teams participated in the 2020 competition "Write a Book in a Day". This is the second time our school has competed in WABIAD, with some students returning after enjoying the experience last year so much. Each group was given the task of writing a book for children in hospitals and raising much needed funds for The Kids' Cancer Project.
Teams arrived before 8am on the day, when randomly generated parameters were presented to them. They had to write and illustrate an Australian story of between 3500 and 5000 words and include the set parameters – three characters, a setting and an issue, as well as five specific words. They were all very different and it was a challenge to say the least – but a fun one. Participants enjoyed the day, with "helping brave kids," "getting to know new friends" and "feeling included" among the positive feedback. Eight incredible, creative stories with beautiful illustrations were presented at the end of the day.
So far in the 2020 competition, we've raised $2120 – how phenomenal is that? Thank you so much to everyone who has donated and to our amazing writers and artists! Fundraising will continue until the end of September, when those teams who have raised at least $240 will be eligible for national judging – best of luck to all our teams – you guys are amazing! There will be a school prize awarded to the best book at John Forrest Secondary College, and best illustrations will also be recognized.
Teams made dedications with stories and here are a few:
For all of the kids out there doing it tough, know that you are supported
This Book is dedicated to Amani, the bravest person I know
To all that pick up this book... "Every day may not be good but there's something good in every day." -Author Unknown
Thank you to everyone involved in the day!
If you'd like to support any of our teams – here's the fundraising link:
