David Walliams visits Auckland School

October 24, 2024

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Children’s author and comedian David Walliams made a surprise visit to Sylvia Park School in Auckland.

The students in Room 6 had written dozens of letters persuading him to come after learning persuasive writing techniques. Walliams, who is currently on tour in New Zealand, decided to stop by after being touched by their efforts.

Teacher Sarah Gatland said her class was thrilled when they heard the news. During his visit, Walliams shared stories from his career, read from his books like The World’s Worst Children, and even gave away signed copies of his latest novel, Super Sleuth. Walliams thanked the students for their enthusiasm, saying they help inspire his writing.

The visit ended with a heartfelt school-wide haka, and the students were excited to meet “the best author” they’d ever seen.

Article written by Milli Banbury

This article was written using AI as an assistive tool for research and writing.

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Welcome to the school library. Please return borrowed books on time so other students can use them. Keep noise levels low, especially near the reading corner. If you need help finding a book, ask the librarian rather than moving books from the shelves yourself. Food and drink are not permitted in the library, and devices must be on silent. Students who wish to study after school may use the back tables until 4.30 p.m.

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The library has a reading corner, back tables, and a librarian who can help students find books. The notice explains the library rules students must follow and how they may use the space. Borrowed books should be returned on time because other students might want to read them. Students may study after school, but only until 4.30 p.m. and with devices on silent.