Live, small-group online reading sessions for kids in Years 1–9. Run by a Teacher Librarian who’s spent over a decade watching kids fall in love with books — and knows exactly how to help yours.
…the 10-year-old who’s stopped picking up a book.
Or the parent of the 12-year-old who reads three books in a weekend and there’s nothing left at home by Monday.
Or the parent of the 8-year-old who reads beautifully aloud but can’t tell you a single thing about what just happened in the story.
Or the homeschool parent of a voracious reader who has no one to talk about books with.
Or the parent of the 9-year-old who’s been told he’s “behind” — and is starting to believe it.
Reading Club is built for all of them. Different stages, different challenges, same thing underneath: a kid who deserves to find what reading can be.
Two sessions over the July holidays — a great way to try Reading Club before committing to a full term.
Wednesday 1 July and Wednesday 8 July
Lower Primary (Yrs 1–2) — The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey — 3:15–4:00pm
Middle Primary (Yrs 3–4) — The Twits by Roald Dahl — 4:00–5:00pm
Upper Primary (Yrs 5–6) — Atlas of Dogs by Lonely Planet — 5:00–6:00pm
High School (Yrs 7–9) — Amazing Ancient World Atlas — 6:00–7:00pm
All sessions via Zoom. Queensland time (AEST).
10 weeks from Saturday 11 July. Sessions run on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Lower Primary (Yrs 1–2) — Hey Jack! That's Another Big Book by Sally Rippin — Wednesday 3:30–4:15pm | Saturday 8:00–8:45am
Middle Primary (Yrs 3–4) — The BFG by Roald Dahl — Wednesday 4:15–5:15pm | Saturday 9:00–10:00am
Upper Primary (Yrs 5–6) — The Grandest Bookshop in the World — Wednesday 5:15–6:15pm | Saturday 10:00–11:00am
High School (Yrs 7–9) — What Have They Done to Liza McLeant by Amy Doak — Saturday 11:00am–12:00pm only
All sessions via Zoom. Queensland time (AEST).
Want to join one of these sessions? Fill in the form below and I'll send you the booking link when enrolments open.
My 8-year-old has always been hesitant to read. Since joining Reading Club he’s become genuinely excited about it. Even his teacher has commented on how much more confident and capable he’s become.
My son gets so excited to log on and independently read with a group. Discussing what they’ve read and sharing his thoughts brings him great joy.
My child has found out about some great books and enjoyed some giggles with other kids online and learned to express his opinions about what he's reading.
Small live Zoom groups (maximum 10 students) where kids read great books together and talk about them — characters, plot twists, the bits that made them gasp or argue or laugh.
No pressure to participate in any particular way. Your child can read aloud, listen and follow along, jump into the chat, or just be present. All of it counts. All of it builds confidence. All of it builds a reader.
I read and select every book personally. I plan every session. I lead every discussion. Same teacher, same group of book-loving kids, week after week — the kind of consistency that quietly builds a child’s confidence.
Hi — I'm Sarah, a librarian, former classroom teacher, and children's book author.
I've spent over a decade in primary classrooms watching kids fall for books. The look on a Year 4's face when they finally "get" Matilda. The kid who insisted he hated reading until he found the right Andy Griffiths. The Year 6 who started bringing in the next book in the series unprompted.
That's the moment Reading Club is built around — and my whole job is helping more kids get there.
Groups are matched by age and reading stage so kids feel comfortable, connected, and confident.
Lower Primary Reading Club — Years 1–2 | 45-minute sessions | $20 per session | $200 per term
Middle Primary Reading Club — Years 3–4 | 1-hour sessions| $30 per session | $300 per term
Upper Primary Reading Club — Years 5–6 | 1-hour sessions | $30 per session | $300 per term
High School Reading Club — Years 7–9 | 1-hour sessions | $30 per session | $300 per term
Groups meet once a week over a 10-week school term. Enrol per term. 10% sibling discount across all tiers.
Flexible placement: year levels are a guide, not a rule. Some kids feel more comfortable in a group above or below their school year depending on reading confidence or interests. We'll work it out together.
Existing families get first pick of next term's groups before enrolments open to new families. Active opt-in only — because every term looks different for every family, and I'd rather ask than assume. At the end of each term I'll send a short message with your booking link, giving you first chance to re-enrol. Re-enrol within that window to keep your child's spot — no assumptions, no auto-renewals. Once it closes, remaining spots open to new families.
Reserve your child's spot with a deposit equivalent to one session — $20 for Lower Primary, $30 for everyone else. That secures the place and covers their first session.
The first session is a no-pressure trial. If it's not the right fit, just let me know within 48 hours — no explanation needed.
After that, your child is enrolled for the term, and the balance is paid by weekly direct debit across the remaining sessions.
Full terms are in my Commitment Policy.
We're so happy we found Sarah and she's been instrumental in helping our son develop a real love for reading.
Sarah has such a wonderful way of weaving discussion into the reading in a gentle, inclusive way.
Both of my girls felt comfortable reading aloud and joining in, which made the experience so much richer.
It turned reading into something social, thoughtful, and fun-so much more engaging than reading alone.
I enjoy doing book club with you. It's really fun.
To help every kid fall in love with reading. The reluctant, the voracious, and every kind of reader in between.
There are two paths, depending on whether you're new or returning.
If you're new: join the waitlist by entering your email on this page. When enrolments open for the next term, I'll email you links to the booking pages, where you'll choose your group and complete enrolment.
If you're already enrolled: near the end of each term you'll get a separate email with links to the booking pages, giving you first chance to re-enrol before places open to new families. Book within that window to keep your child's spot.
You'll pay a deposit at sign-up — $20 for Lower Primary, $30 for everyone else — which secures the spot and covers session one. The rest of the term is then paid by weekly direct debit: $20 a week for Lower Primary, $30 a week for everyone else, across the remaining sessions. Once it's set up, you don't have to think about it again.
The first session is your trial. If it's not the right fit, let me know within 48 hours — no explanation needed — and that's it. The deposit covers session one and nothing more is charged. After 48 hours, the enrolment is confirmed for the rest of the term.
Yes — each child needs access to the book being read in their group. Most families go with a physical copy, but eBooks work just as well.
No. We read the book together during sessions, discovering the story as a group. There might be a chapter or so to read between sessions.
Not at all. Kids can join in whatever way feels most comfortable — reading aloud, listening, sharing ideas verbally, using the chat, or simply following along. No pressure either way.
Yes — Reading Club is built for the reluctant, the voracious, and every kind of reader in between. Many kids join because they need a calmer, more supportive way to engage with books. The focus is enjoyment first.
Reading Club builds a love of reading through shared stories and conversation. Kids naturally strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence along the way — but the primary focus is enjoyment and connection, not tutoring or test prep.
Maximum 10 students per group. Small on purpose — so every kid feels seen, supported, and able to speak.
Groups are organised by broad stage of schooling rather than strict age ranges:
These are a guide only. Some kids feel more comfortable in a different group depending on reading confidence, interests, or stage. We'll work it out together.
Live online via Zoom. You'll receive the Zoom link when you book, and again as a reminder before the term starts.
Yes — families join from across Australia. Session times are listed in Queensland time (AEST).
Yes — siblings are very welcome, and there's a 10% sibling discount across all groups. Each child has their own spot, since places are limited.
Reading Club is designed to be inclusive and supportive of diverse learners. I'm a qualified Teacher Librarian with over a decade of experience supporting kids of all abilities, learning needs, and confidence levels. If your child has additional needs (ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety, or any other learning differences), let me know at registration so I can support them properly during sessions.
No problem. I keep track of where each group is up to, so your child can catch up before the next session.
If I can't run a session, you'll hear from me as soon as possible. Where appropriate, a qualified relief teacher may take the session. Otherwise, you'll get a make-up session, credit, or refund.
Each session opens with a warm welcome and a quick check-in. We then read a portion of the book together — usually a chapter or two — with discussion woven in. Kids share their thoughts on characters, plot, and ideas as we go. We close with a quick wrap-up about what to expect next week. Conversational, not lecture-style. Most kids find their rhythm by session two.
Fair question. Reading Club is screen time with a purpose — it's not passive watching. Your child is reading (aloud or along), thinking critically, sharing ideas, and connecting with other kids over a book. It's the kind of screen time that builds a reader, not the kind that depletes one.
The chat is monitored and controlled — kids can only message in the main group chat about the book. No direct messaging between students. The space stays focused, safe, and on-topic.
A laptop, desktop, or tablet with a camera and microphone, plus a stable internet connection. You will need to install the Zoom app. Headphones are recommended, especially in busy households. Most families already have what's needed.
No. Sessions are live and in-the-moment, which keeps the space private and lets kids speak freely.
Reading Club isn’t right for every kid, and that’s fine. If you’d like to chat about whether it’s a good fit for yours, fill in the form below and I’ll give you a call.
