Dilworth School (Junior)

85,910 pages read and 22,331 team points

JC Reader

5,233 pts
(2,800 pages read)
  • In Love With These Times - My Life With Flying Nuns Records

    By Roger Shepherd
    5 stars

    A fabulous read that reminds us of Aotearoa’s awesome music industry and the fantastic bands we have produced

  • The Parihaka Woman

    By Witi Ihimaera
    5 stars

    An excellent and moving read that is very informative around the land wars that occurred in Taranaki in the 1870s and 1880s. Erenora was a such a strong character and role model to all women.

  • Crown Park

    By Des Hunt
    4 stars

    A great read that is very imaginative and keeps you engaged to the end

  • Search for a Kiwi Killer

    By Des Hunt
    4 stars

    Enjoyed learning about life in Northland from a teenage perspective and Kiwi predators.

  • The Real Thing

    By Brian Falkner
    5 stars

    Another excellent novel by Brian Falkner. Kids from Glenfield High have extraordinary abilities that lead them on a thrilling adventure involving the future of Coca-Cola.

  • The Way We Were

    By Kurt Sanders
    4 stars

    A great collection of photos and stories that depicts the events that shaped life in New Zealand in the three decades from the end of World War II.

  • Tu

    By Patricia Grace
    5 stars

    This is an emotional story that depicts the horrors of War, the plight of the Maori Battalion soldiers and life in New Zealand in the 1940s where Maori were treated as second class citizens.

  • The Flea Thing

    By Brian Falkner
    5 stars

    It was great to read a story about a boy in a Aotearoa New Zealand setting that had a special power that many 13 year old boys would wish they have. This is a book that will be enjoyed by our reluctant male readers.

  • The Wedding People

    By Alison Espach
    5 stars

    I loved it! It’s funny, romantic and a joy to read. I didn’t want to put it down.

  • Shaun Johnson Perspective

    By Shaun Johnson with Scotty Stevenson
    5 stars

    An inspiring read from one of New Zealand’s top sporting icons. Shaun’s portrayal of the highs and lows of his amazing rugby league career and the support network that helped him achieve his success. This book should be included in all Intermediate and Secondary School libraries - inspiring our sporting legends of the future.

  • Birnam Wood

    By Eleanor Catton
    5 stars

    A gripping political thriller set in Christchurch. Greenies against billionaires. A real page turner that keeps you engaged to the end.

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