Although this book was published three years ago, it is extremely relevant today in the wake of Greta Thunberg and climate protests. Like Greta, Heidi…
What an excellent short novel this is for young people and a timely reminder that it takes courage to refuse to fight. Matt is in…
What is a conscientious objector and how could a conscientious objector possibly be a hero? ‘An Unexpected Hero’ by LP Hansen is a novel set…
Your presentation was informative and your enthusiasm in presenting was well received by the twelve Year 9 groups. You obviously have a talent as a…
As you know, at the time of your Session the students were willing to sit on the floor for almost an hour and listen to…
Your session was very appropriate for my Year 10 students as they have just started learning about the New Zealand wars and Parihaka. The early…
“As a teenager I loved reading and all my pocket money went on books. I had a few favourite authors, and if LP Hansen had…
‘The Fire Keeper’s Girls’ is an empowering read. It is just the sort of book I would have loved as a teen … adventure, learning,…