Tuesday 11th November 2025
Year 5 Author Visit – Tọlá Okogwu
Dear Parents/Carers,
We are delighted to inform you that children in Year 5 have been invited to attend an author visit:
Location: St Francis de Sales
Date: Wednesday 19 November
Travel: walking
We will be leaving school at 9.30am and returning to school in time for lunch.
What happens on the trip?
Tọlá Okogwu is an award-winning and best-selling author of the Onyeka, Daddy Do My Hair and Aziza’s Secret Fairy Door series. Tola believes it’s important for children to read books that are reflective of their own experiences, as well as other cultures and she seeks to create these opportunities through her books and wider writing.
Tola’s author event will include an assembly followed by questions from the children. She will be happy to sign and dedicate her latest book ‘Champions of the Galaxy’.
‘Champions of the Galaxy’ available to pre-order via Arbor Shop:
We have just 20 copies of Tola’s new book exclusively available for Year 5 families to pre-order.
The price per book is £7.99 and children can get their book signed at the event.
Please note the following:
- Children must be dressed in full school uniform, including black school shoes.
- Please ensure they are also prepared for the current weather. A waterproof coat must be provided.
Yours Sincerely,
Tina Georgiades | Deputy Headteacher
