As part of the annual Australian Library and Information Association event, children from across Australia will gather at hundreds of locations nationally on May 27 from noon to read Adam Jackson and Adrian Lloyd’s story, Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller.
Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller focuses on Luna, a spirited kangaroo, and her friends as they chase their football dreams across the outback.
The book’s focus on action, teamwork and fun are great messages for our children, with the need to navigate nerves, face tricky opponents and overcome unexpected hurdles matters they face every day.
Gannawarra Shire Council chief executive Geoff Rollinson said council was proud to continue its support of National Simultaneous Storytime, which brought people together to celebrate the joys of reading and storytelling.
“The Australian Library and Information Association’s choice for this year’s book is also timely, with the Matildas finishing runners-up in the Asian Cup held earlier this year in Australia and the Socceroos to play in the World Cup next month,’’ he said.
Sessions will be held in Gannawarra and Campaspe shires.
Gannawarra festivities will begin at 11.30am with the Kerang Soccer Club hosting a mini clinic, with the reading of Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller to occur from noon.
To confirm your attendance, contact the Gannawarra Library Service on 5452 1546 by Wednesday, May 20.
Public sessions will also be held at the Echuca library on May 27, at 12.30pm and in Rushworth on May 19, at 10.30am.
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