Mr. Popper's Penguins

Dear Pinchbeck Families,

I am delighted to share some exciting news with you! This year, we are launching our One School, One Book program, and we will be reading Mr. Popper's Penguins, by Florence and Richard Atwater together as a school community.

We are thrilled to embark on this literary adventure with you. Every student will receive their very own copy of Nim’s Island to keep. Along with the book, each student will receive a bookmark with a reading schedule to help guide our journey through the story.

To make our reading experience even more engaging, we will feature a trivia question based on the book each week during our morning announcements. This will be a fun way for students to test their knowledge and stay involved.

On January 28, 2026, we will host a special STEAM Night centered around Mr. Popper's Penguins. This event will include activities and projects inspired by the book, providing a wonderful opportunity for hands-on learning and creativity.

Additionally, we have created a Google Site where faculty and staff have pre-recorded chapters of the book along with activities you could do at home. Students and families can listen to these recordings together, making it easy to enjoy the story even if you are on the go.

We hope you have fun reading together and enjoy this shared literary experience. Let’s make One School, One Book a memorable and enriching adventure for everyone!

Happy reading!

Mrs. Fellows

Principal, Pinchbeck Elementary School