Mutchmor Book Sale coming soon! 

Mutchmor Book Sale coming soon! 

By Sarah LeBouthillier 

Mutchmor Public School is excited to announce that its annual Book Sale returns this spring, taking place from Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13. We asked Mutchmor students to tell us about the book sale: why you should attend and what you might find there. 

• “If you like books, you should go to the book sale.” Grade 3 student 

• “There are tons of different types of books that people donated so you will almost certainly find a book that you like.” Grade 4 student 

• “Books at stores are so much money. At the book sale, they’re way less.” Grade 3 student 

• “There are books for grown-ups, kids, university students, twins, and so many people.” Melody, Grade 2 

• “There are cookbooks, chapter books, baby books, and kids’ books. Books for grown-ups and books for big kids!” Mackenzie, Grade 2 

• “There are tons of good series. There are nature books, science books and more!” Grade 4 student 

• “If you want a little extra something to bring home, there are games and puzzles too!” Grade 3 student 

• “I got monopoly there!” Grade 4 student 

• “You should definitely go to the Mutchmor Book Sale. It’s so fun to buy books. It’s also super good for your learning. You’ll find a book you like for sure.” Grade 3 student 

With 20,000 books to choose from, we know that the sale can feel overwhelming. If we can offer one tip for the book sale, it’s definitely this one: 

• “Make a list because there are many different books that you must want.” Grade 2 student 

If you are looking for some books to add to your list, students were eager to share some of their favourite books and series: 

• “I like graphic novels that are based on a true story. My favourite author is Cassandra Calin.” Grade 3 student 

• “My favourite series is by Chris Colfer, The Land of Stories. I read the first Land of Stories with my mom. I’m hoping to get the second one. I might get it at the Mutchmor Book Sale!” Grade 3 student 

• “One of my favourite authors is Raina Telgemeier. She makes stories very interesting and fun to read. A few of my favourite books by Raina Telgemeier are Smile, Guts and Sisters.” Grade 3 student 

• “My favourite book is Dog Man and maybe you’ll like it too.” Grade 3 student 

• “My favourite book is by Roald Dahl. In fact, I think it will be at the book sale. It is called Matilda.” Grade 3 student 

Funds raised from the Book Sale will go directly to the Mutchmor Parent Council. These funds play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience of students at Mutchmor and its partner schools. In recent years, proceeds have been used to purchase books for the Forest of Reading program and to support the school’s playground committee who are planning some exciting things for 2025 and beyond. 

We leave the last word to the students: 

• “If you want to share your life, write a book. You don’t know something? Books can help. Want to watch TV? Read a book instead.” Ayla, Grade 2 

• “I found books I like at the book sale. You might find books you like there too.” Grade 3 student 

• “April is coming up. I can’t wait to see you.” Grade 2 student 

Many thanks to the students of Mr. Neville and Ms. Hale for their contributions. Visit www.mutchmorbooksale.com or the Mutchmor Book Sale Facebook page for more information and for sale hours. 

Book donations for the sale will be accepted starting the week of March 24. Please check our website or Facebook page to see collection hours and a list of what we cannot accept.  

Written by students in Grades 2, 3 and 4 at Mutchmor Public School and compiled by Sarah LeBouthillier.