School Visits
Information on Paul Dobbyn's school programs
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Highfields Year 6
Feedback from Highfields Year 6 teachers after August visit
“Students were thoroughly engaged throughout the experience and were particularly proud to share information about family members who had been involved in wars around the world.
Following the visit, students continued these conversations at home, speaking with family members to learn more about relatives who had served in wars and the roles and responsibilities they undertook.
These rich discussions, both at home and at school, have provided students with greater exposure to personal and historical perspectives. As a result, students have developed a stronger understanding of historical events and experiences, which they have been able to incorporate effectively and authentically into their historical fiction writing.
Thank you for the opportunity.”
Wendy Luscombe, Head of Department – Curriculum, Highfields State School
St Mary’s College, Toowoomba
Feedback from St Mary’s College, Toowoomba after purchasing War Spoils set for Yr 10 History research
“Paul Dobbyn’s book, War Spoils, offers our students access to primary sources fundamental to their learning around World War 2. Our Year 10 History students will be able to utilise the book to assist them in their research for the World War 2 assessment task- a direct link to the Australian Curriculum. War Spoils provides our students with an understanding of the impact war had on our local region and people.”
Mitchell Keogh, Curriculum Leader – Humanities, St Mary’s College, Toowoomba
Toowoomba School Visits
Author, Paul Dobbyn will be visiting Toowoomba’s Highfields State School in August 2026 to run sessions with students on the various writing styles displayed in War Spoils.
