Write a Book In a Day

On Wednesday 16 September, a team of 8 students had 8 hours to write and illustrate a book to enter into the Write a Book in a Day Competition run by The Kids’ Cancer Project.

What a huge ask but the students proved to be up to the challenge.

The day began with the team showing initiative and leading the collaboration process whereby each team member contributed to the ideas generation for the plot, setting and character development. Watching the team work together was a really beautiful reminder that we all bring something different to the table and that when we use our unique gifts and strengths we achieve more together than we can on our own.

Listening to the team share their writing and illustrations had me blown away and in awe of their eloquent writing style at such a young age. Even more impressive than their writing abilities was witnessing their encouragement of each other, giving authentic praise and thoughtful feedback.

Congratulations Darcy, Patrick, Jessica, Cassandra, Sairam, Mitchell, Audrey and Makiah on Writing a Book in a Day!

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Santa Sophia Catholic College
www.santasophiaboxhill.catholic.edu.au

09 Jun 2026
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