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The Scholastic Book Fair Team based in Coventry know all about how to create the perfect Book Fair! The staff spend every day helping organisers like you, so they're just the people to advise on common questions and problems. We asked six members of the team to answer some of the most frequently-asked questions
1. What prices do the books start at, and what is the average price on the cases?
Book Fair books start from just £1.50. With 72% of the range costing less than £4.99, we try to make sure each fair has plenty to suit every budget.
(Maria Demetrio)
2. What advantage is there to having more than one Book Fair in the same school year?
Having more than one Book Fair per year is really growing in popularity. You can earn up to 60% book commission per fair, so having two fairs is a good chance to boost your commission. Many schools mirror their takings in the second Book Fair, which means double the number of free books.
A second Book Fair also gives you a second chance to hold book-related events Lots of schools hold their two fairs alongside parents' evenings to encourage parents to get involved.
Finally, because Scholastic changes the book range twice a year, in September and January, holding two Book Fairs means you never miss out on the chance to see newly published books and exclusive offers which are only available through Scholastic.
(DK)
3. What time will be the Book Fair be delivered/collected?Book Fairs are usually delivered and collected between 8am and 4pm, except on the rare occasions when events beyond our control, such as road traffic accidents, prevent this.
Lisa Drennen, Telesales Co-ordinator, South East Sales Team
4. How do I recruit volunteers to help me?
We supply a poster in your planning kit which you can use to advertise for volunteers. Another handy idea is to enlist the help of the PTA - you might be surprised at how keen parents are to get involved. Or how about running the Book Fair as a class project? Children are great Book Fair helpers and love having the responsibility for getting the Book Fair ready.
Carol McConkey, Manager, N. Ireland Sales Team.
5. Can I accept book tokens at my Book Fair?
Yes. Scholastic accept National Book Tokens and World Book Day tokens, but not gift vouchers redeemable only at a stated shop. (RL)
6. Where do I send my commission order?
As from this autumn term, commission orders can be placed online with FREE postage and packing.
You can still telephone or post your commission orders to us, but they will incur a £4.95 P&P charge. Telephone 0800 212281 or post orders to Scholastic Book Fairs, Dolomite Avenue, Coventry Business Park, Coventry, CV5 6UE. (JC)
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