Launch of a new children’s book about the Forest’s History
A new children’s book “The Story of the Forest” was launched at St Johns Church of England Academy, Coleford this week. launch date –19th July
The Forest of Dean Local History Society has been working with Foresters’ Forest and Andy Seed, an award-winning local children’s author, to create the book with illustrations by Ursula Hurst. Revealing the rich history and heritage of the Forest of Dean, this delightful book is an informative and entertaining family read which adults will enjoy too.
Andy Seed says:
“I was delighted to be asked to write this book. The Forest’s history is so rich, colourful and significant, and it has been a pleasure – as well as a challenge – to guide children through the story of its past from the earliest times to the present day. A huge number of local people contributed to the project, and it’s very exciting to be able to use so many wonderful old photographs as well as specially commissioned maps and illustrations. I am particularly pleased that Forest schools and libraries are being given free copies of the book”.
Mary Sullivan, Chair of Forest of Dean Local History Society says:
“For many years I have had the ambition to produce material that would inspire local children to be interested in their own community’s history. The Society being a partner in Foresters’ Forest has now achieved this goal. I am delighted we have this beautiful book to offer children and families”
Sue Middleton, Foresters’ Forest Programme Manager adds:
“This beautiful book is part of our aim to help children learn why our forest is so special, hopefully inspiring them (and their families) to go out and explore our giant learning resource which is all around them”
This book has been funded by the Foresters’ Forest, National Lottery Heritage funded landscape partnership programme. Free copies will be provided to schools and libraries in the Forest of Dean. Copies will also be available for sale for £8 from local outlets such as the Dean Heritage Centre, Taurus Crafts and Choice Cards in Lydney as well as from the Forest of Dean Local History Society online shop http://forestofdean.org.uk
The Story of the Forest: meet the author sessions for schools
An opportunity for local primary schools to find out about this exciting new history book, specially
written for KS2 by Forest-based author Andy Seed.
What will it cost? The one-hour session is £100
Do you do longer author visits? Yes, I do half-day and full-day visits for all primary age groups (with a
special price for Forest schools) – my speciality is engaging children in reading for pleasure
Which Forest schools have you visited? Yorkley, Blakeney, Ruardean, St Whites, Primrose Hill and Coalway
Juniors (do ask them for a recommendation!)
How do we contact you? Email andy@andyseed.com Tel 01594 510779