Secondary English], General Secondary Resources, Te Reo Maori Resources, 0-5 Preschool Resources for enjoyable and engaging learning.
I love teaching English and have been doing so for many years. I hope that my experience and resources can save you time and energy in setting up and running your classroom :)
Secondary English], General Secondary Resources, Te Reo Maori Resources, 0-5 Preschool Resources for enjoyable and engaging learning.
I love teaching English and have been doing so for many years. I hope that my experience and resources can save you time and energy in setting up and running your classroom :)
Bright & Cheerful Colours Décor Set for Secondary Classrooms – 80+ pages of Labels, Titles, Headings, Group Signs, Class Notes, Exit Passes, Calendar Pages, Name Tags and more…
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PLUS 12 posters which include 6 affirmations and 6 famous quotes about success and motivation.
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PLUS you get a 6-page editable Powerpoint document which has labels and cards with easily changeable text for those specific classroom items you still want to create while keeping with the décor theme. Note: you will need to install a font for this to match perfectly. The font file is included.
This display pack has everything a High School or Secondary Teacher needs to create an instant, attractive display without spending hours doing it. Simply print, pin or stick with double-sided tape, and ta-da – yours is suddenly the best-looking room in the department Got to love that. Perfect for older students with nothing too fru-fru or cutesy – just attractive, functional and colourful.
The pack includes:
Headings to stick on the whiteboard – today, tomorrow, coming up, homework
Year level signs for notices by class
Things to bring in/remember
Titles for your filing system – work in/ work out/ absent work/ marking
Bookmarks
Name tags
Notes for students
Welcome and goodbye signs
Noise Chart
Where are we
Behaviour Chart
Month Name Headings to create an events noticeboard or birthday chart, with clouds for kid’s names to add under each one
Calendar for each month with universal spaces – add the dates according to the year/month
Numbers for displays or stations around the room
Group tags – 6 group labels
Work Expectations Poster
Classroom Rules Poster
Stationery Labels
Learning Intentions and Success Criteria/Task Labels
6 Affirmation posters to encourage and support students
6 famous quotes for motivation and inspiration
ABC – Alphabet Posters so you can make large bulletin board headings and words
123 + symbols
ABC Bunting Flags
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A 6-page Powerpoint document including labels and cards in different sizes with editable text, just in case there is something else you want to label or display, but the pack doesn’t include it. Perfect for those subject-specific resources and labels your heart might desire.
(110 pages in total)
learning.
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A 20-page fully editable booklet - in bright colours - which sets you up for the text or novel study of your choice. Simply add some clipart for the cover, copy and paste some chapter questions (if you desire to), and print off the booklet for your students.
An excellent and hugely time-saving resource to make life easy for you. Suitable for a secondary text study, this booklet is nicely designed and ready for printing.
It includes:
An editable title page
Novel/Text study literary terms
An Editing on the Author activity
Chapter questions pages (3)
Character file pages (3)
Setting page
Assessing the text page
Character Development page
Symbols in the text page
Creative pages involving text knowledge and quotations (2)
Essay structure page
Essay planning page
Essay writing pages (3)
…… everything you need for an interesting and informative text study.
Best suited for middle to senior secondary school, this booklet will make life super-easy for you when planning your next text study… or two, or five…
Before printing, the booklet just needs a few easy additions by you, and then it can be printed out for each student, ready to go. You simply need to add some clipart and a title on the cover, a short paragraph on the author, and chapter questions appropriate for your text. (If you choose.)
So easy.
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TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN Complete Junior Secondary Text Unit including text response and chapter questions in a ready-to-print-out-and-go student booklet, teacher’s unit plan, notes & quotes, and more.
Student booklet includes:
Editing task on John Marsden, the author
Character file templates
Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Survival checklist activity
Dairy entry writing task
Themes page
Teacher Resources include:
Sample Unit Plan
Chapter quizzes and tests
Notes for Projection & copying
3 pages of important quotes from the novel
Words for a word wall display
Optional extra extension or writing tasks
Suits students of approximately 13-14 years of age: New Zealand Year 9 or 10 students, Australian Year 8 or 9 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students.
Maori Vocabulary Labels for Learning Te Reo - such a great resources saving you hours of time.
This 44 page resource includes 11 word sets for different topics learners will come across in daily life - you will find Te Reo Kupu (Maori words) labels for:
Animals & Sea Creatures
Insects
Birds
Fruit
Veg
Other Food & Drink
Objects in the Kitchen
Objects in the Bathroom
Objects in the Office/School
Objects Outside
Objects in the Bedroom
… more than 250 clear and cute labels in total.
The set also comes with handy Topic Titles for easy display - Fruit, Vegetables, Kitchen, Insects, Food, and so on - so you can create a section of wall for each topic, or add/change the word topics up every week for a new focus.
The final section is some blackline images which will add some funk to your display - these are intended to add visual interest and give kids some words to find.
You could use them at home to stick around the place and learn Te Reo vocabulary, or use them as a single location display. It’s completely up to you.
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Introducing “Exploring Visual and Verbal Language Techniques: A Complete Static Images Unit for Secondary English Students.”
This Static Images unit is perfect for Year 9 or Year 10 English students learning about the power of visual and verbal language techniques in the media. We have developed this unit specifically to guide kids step-by-step through the world of static images, such as posters and advertising.
This complete unit is focused on developing student understanding of a wide range of visual and verbal language techniques which are used in static images. They will have the opportunity to create your very own static image and complete an independent analysis of static images.
Provided is a convenient print-and-go student booklet. This 27-page booklet covers various aspects, including an introduction to static images, visual and verbal language terms, analyzing static images using an analysis grid, exploring stereotypes, symbols, and codes in visual language, guidance on how to write about static images, task sheets, planning and writing pages, a sample static image marking schedule, and much more. As you navigate through the booklet, use the accompanying PowerPoint with static image examples and task exemplars to further enhance your understanding.
This complete media unit and language study unit is suitable for lower secondary classes in Australia and New Zealand. It has been successfully implemented in both countries, and while you may need to make adjustments to the assessment schedule to align with your system, it has proven to be highly effective. This unit is particularly suitable for students aged approximately 13-15 years, including New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students.
Please note that this product contains British English spelling.
Introducing “Exploring Language Techniques in Music: A Comprehensive Language Study Unit on Songs for Secondary English Teachers”
Attention secondary English teachers! Are you in search of a complete unit that will guide your Year 9, 10, or 11 students through a high school language study unit on songs? Look no further! We have developed a comprehensive resource specifically designed for this purpose.
This unit is all about helping students understand the patterns of language used in different songs, focusing on narrative devices, literary terms, and structural devices. Students will have the opportunity to listen to, discuss, and analyze a range of songs. They will then choose a genre to delve deeper into and complete an independent research task, which can be presented to the class as a speech or in an alternative format.
Our convenient print-and-go student booklet accompanies this unit, spanning 27 pages. It includes a personal media use survey, an introduction to music, an exploration of the functions of music, a discussion on genre in music, an explanation of song language terms, guidance on analyzing songs using a graphic organizer, tips on writing about language techniques, task sheets, a sample marking schedule, and much more.
As a teacher, you will benefit from the included resources. We provide you with all the necessary teacher notes, a unit plan, marking keys, and even examples of advertising. In addition to this, we have compiled a long song list for deeper analysis, complete with YouTube and lyrics links.
Our media unit and language study unit are suitable for all secondary-level classes, catering to students learning to analyse and understand a variety of texts. While some adjustments to the assessment schedule may be necessary to align with your school system, this unit has been well-received and proven highly effective. It is particularly suited for students aged approximately 13-15 years, including New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3-4 students.
This unit uses British English spelling.
Enhance your teaching with this exciting and comprehensive unit, helping your students explore language techniques in music with confidence!
This comprehensive resource offers a ready-to-print unit plan for teaching The Maze Runner, along with a printable student booklet designed to save you time and effort in finding suitable study materials.
The booklet features a complete set of Maze Runner comprehension questions with included answers.
Ideal for students studying this novel in English class or for a Homeschool Unit. It is tailored for students in Australia and other regions where this novel is part of the curriculum.
Best suited for students aged 12-16.
The sample unit plan spans 6 weeks but can be adjusted to 3-4 weeks by reducing in-class reading time. Alternatively, you can extend the unit by adding a full essay or another extended project at the end. The booklet is designed for flexibility, allowing you to select which pages to use, giving you control over the unit’s duration and content.
This Maze Runner Novel Study Student Booklet includes:
A Webquest task on the author
Maze Runner Character file templates
Context exploration
Maze Runner comprehension questions and answers focusing on key character developments, themes, and events
A creative writing task
A page on Maze Runner themes
A symbols page
A language techniques page
Text observation exercises
Big ideas discussion pages
An interview and presentation task
Essay structure and planning pages
Sample Teacher Unit Plan for The Maze Runner
Everything you need to dive into this novel with ease!
This all-inclusive resource offers a** complete unit plan for teaching Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl, **featuring a printable student booklet, comprehension questions with answers, and a sample teacher’s plan.
Key Features:
Ready-to-Teach: Save time with this pre-prepared Anne Frank unit plan and printable student workbook, designed to streamline your teaching process and save you time!
Comprehension Questions: Includes a full set of comprehension questions with answers, ensuring students grasp key elements of the novel.
Versatile Usage: Ideal for English class or homeschool settings, suitable for students aged 10-15.
Flexible Duration: The sample unit plan spans 6 weeks but can be adjusted to 4 weeks if in-class reading time is reduced. The booklet allows you to select specific pages, giving you control over the unit’s length and content.
Contents of the Anne Frank Novel Study Booklet:
Enquiry task on the author
Anne Frank character file templates
Setting and context analysis
Anne Frank Comprehension questions with answers on character development, themes, and events
Creative writing task
Thematic analysis page
Symbols analysis page
Language techniques page
Text observation activities
Big ideas discussion pages
Interview and presentation tasks
Essay structure and planning pages
Sample teacher unit plan for Anne Frank
This unit is ideal for text analysis and essay writing preparation, and pairs well with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store. Everything is ready for immediate use, making teaching straightforward and effective.
What’s Included:
42-page student booklet for analyzing Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl
8 pages of answer keys and sample planning
PDF
53 page document.
This fully prepared novel study unit for Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury is ready to teach, featuring a printable student booklet and a detailed teacher’s plan.
Key Features:
*Ready-to-Teach: Simplify your planning with this pre-prepared unit plan and printable student booklet, designed to make teaching Fahrenheit 451 efficient and effective.
*Comprehensive Questions: Includes a full set of comprehension questions with answers, ensuring students engage deeply with the text.
*Versatile Usage: Ideal for use in English class or as a homeschool unit, suitable for students aged 14-17.
*Flexible Duration: The sample unit plan spans 6 weeks but can be adjusted to 4 weeks if in-class reading time is reduced. The booklet allows you to select specific pages, giving you control over the unit’s length and content.
Contents of the Novel Study Booklet:
Webquest task on the author
Character file templates
Setting and context analysis
Fahrenheit 451 Comprehension questions with answers on character changes, themes, and events
Creative writing task
Thematic analysis page
Symbols analysis page
Language techniques page
Text observation activities
Big ideas discussion pages
Interview and presentation tasks
Essay structure and planning pages
Sample teacher unit plan
This unit is perfect for text analysis and essay writing preparation, and pairs well with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store. Everything is ready for immediate use, making teaching straightforward and effective.
What’s Included:
42-page student booklet for analyzing Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Teacher answer keys and sample teaching plan
A ready to print Catching Teller Crow novel study and Aboriginal text study on Australian novel CATCHING TELLER CROW by Ambelin Kwaymullina and Ezekiel Kwaymullina complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan.
This easy to follow resource provides a ready Catching Teller Crow unit plan for teachers and a Catching Teller Crow student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources.
Perfect for students in Australia and other places studying the novel Catching Teller Crow in class.
Suits students of approximately 15-17 years of age: New Zealand Year 12-13 students, Australian Year 11-12 students.
Note: This story contains adult themes including abduction, sexual assault, death, murder, ghosts and abuse. The story reads easily but the themes are for older students. Please ensure you have considered it completely prior to teaching.
This Catching Teller Crow Student booklet includes:
Webquest task on the author
Catching Teller Crow Character file templates
Setting
Context
Catching Teller Crow Chapter Questions and comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Creative writing task
Themes page
Symbols page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning
+Sample Teacher Unit Plan
This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store.
Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy!
Included:
30-page student booklet for analysis of Catching Teller Crow.
This comprehensive resource offers a ready-to-teach unit plan for Hitler’s Daughter by Jackie French, complete with a printable student booklet and detailed teacher’s guide.
This easy-to-use unit plan for Hitlers Daughter by Jackie French includes a printable student booklet, making it effortless for teachers to provide a structured and engaging text study experience.
Ideal for students in Australia and other regions studying this novel, this resource is designed for students aged 10-13.
This “Hitler’s Daughter” Novel Study Booklet Includes:
Webquest task about the author
Character file templates
Setting analysis
Context exploration
Comprehension questions focusing on key character developments, themes, and events
Creative writing task
Themes page
Symbols page
Language techniques page
Text observation activities
Big ideas discussion pages
Interview and presentation task
Essay structure and planning pages
Sample teacher unit plan
This unit is perfect for text analysis and preparing for essay writing. It pairs seamlessly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store.
Everything you need to teach this novel effortlessly is included. So simple and ready to use!
Discover the power of a great novel with this complete The Story of Tom Brennan Novel Study Unit. This comprehensive resource is designed to make analysis of this text easy. It will engage and challenge your secondary English students as they explore the complexities of this gripping novel.
With thought-provoking discussion questions and engaging activities, this teaching unit enables students to delve deeper into the themes, characters, and literary techniques present in The Story of Tom Brennan. While examining the impact of life-altering events, your students will be captivated by the rich narrative and meaningful themes within the novel.
The teaching unit also includes a sample lesson plan, helpful analysis materials, and exploration of context. The print and teach student workbook guides your students towards a thorough understanding and appreciation of this great example of Australian literature.
Introducing our ready-to-print Novel Study and Text Study on TRASH by Andy Mulligan, complete with a printable Trash student booklet and suggested Trash teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow Trash resource is designed to save you precious time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials.
Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this captivating novel in class, our TRASH unit is tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old.
Our student booklet includes a range of activities to engage students, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, text observation exercises, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum.
Furthermore, our TRASH unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills.
With everything you need at your fingertips, our TRASH Novel Study and Text Study is a hassle-free solution for an enriching learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
Get ready to dive into the captivating world of Blueback by Tim Winton with our amazing novel study and text study resource!
This ready-to-print package includes a comprehensive teacher’s plan and a printable student booklet, saving you valuable time and effort in finding the perfect resources for your text study.
Ideal for students aged 10-14 in Australia and beyond, this resource is tailor-made for classroom use. Inside the student booklet, you’ll find a range of engaging activities, such as a webquest on the author, character file templates, exploration of the setting and context, chapter questions that delve into character development and important themes, a creative writing task, exploration of themes and symbols, analysis of language techniques, observing the text exercises, big ideas discussions, an interview and presentation project, and even essay structure and planning pages.
Plus, we’ve included a sample teacher unit plan to help you easily navigate through this exciting text study journey.
With our ready-to-print resource, you’ll have everything you need to deliver a dynamic and comprehensive Blueback unit.
So, save time and get your students excited about literature with this vibrant and engaging novel study!
Check out my other great novel study resources and make your life even easier by getting all your prep done at in one easy purchase!
Introducing our ready-to-print BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit on Boy Overboard by Morris Gleitzman, complete with a printable student booklet and a suggested teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials.
Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this engaging novel in class, our Boy Overboard unit is perfectly tailored for students aged approximately 10-14 years old.
Our student booklet includes a range of engaging activities, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates for Boy Overboard, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a creative writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum.
Furthermore, our Boy Overboard unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing.
With everything you need, our BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit is a convenient solution for a comprehensive learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
This resource offers a complete novel study unit for The Machine Gunners by Robert Westall. It includes a printable student booklet and teacher’s plan, making it a convenient and time-saving option for teachers looking for suitable text study materials.
This study unit is designed for students aged 10-14 years, and is particularly relevant for those studying the novel in Australia or other locations. It covers a range of topics and includes comprehension questions focusing on character development, themes and events, as well as creative writing tasks and analysis of language techniques, symbols and themes.
In addition, this novel study unit also comprises a webquest on the author, a Machine Gunners Character file template, and pages dedicated to exploring the setting and context of the novel. Further resources include big ideas discussion pages, an interview and presentation task, and essay structure and planning pages.
Overall, this 40-page ready-to-print resource is ideal for teachers seeking a comprehensive text analysis unit that prepares students for essay writing and is an excellent accompaniment to the Text Response Essay Writing Unit, also available in our store.
Introducing our ready-to-print First Nations SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study on SISTER HEART by Sally Morgan, including a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for appropriate text study materials.
Perfect for students in Australia and New Zealand who are studying this powerful novel in class, our SISTER HEART unit is specifically tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old, encompassing New Zealand Year 9-11 students and Australian Year 7-9 students.
Our student booklet features a range of engaging activities, including a webquest task on the author, character file templates for SISTER HEART, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, pages dedicated to themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum. Furthermore, our SISTER HEART unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing.
With everything you need readily available, our SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study is a convenient solution for a comprehensive and enriching learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
Introducing our comprehensive PERSUASIVE WRITING UNIT, designed to guide Secondary English students through the intricacies of persuasive language techniques and analysis.
Perfect for High School English students in Years 7-10 who are studying persuasive language and its impact on creating meaning.
This unit begins by covering the basics of persuasive writing before delving into a thorough analysis of persuasive language techniques. Students will follow step-by-step graphic organizers and exercises to develop their own persuasive essays.
Our ready-to-print student booklet accompanies teacher notes, a unit plan, and a marking schedule, providing a complete package that saves you time and energy.
Included in this persuasive writing unit:
A 25-page print-and-go student booklet that covers:
An introduction to persuasive writing
Key persuasive language terms
The art of persuasion
Analysis of a persuasive speech script
Generation of persuasive topics
Planning and writing pages, broken down into easily manageable steps
Sample essay marking schedule
Sample teaching plan
Teacher keys
And more…
While originally created for Year 9 - Year 11 students in Australia and New Zealand, this versatile resource can be used worldwide for similar purposes. Simply adjust the marking schedule to complement your school system.
Please note that this product contains some British English spelling.
Let our PERSUASIVE WRITING UNIT do the work for you, providing a comprehensive and structured approach to teaching persuasive language techniques and analysis. Grab your copy today and watch your students’ persuasive writing skills flourish!
Introducing our ready-to-print DETENTION Novel Study Unit, designed for teachers looking for a comprehensive and engaging resource.
Our user-friendly unit includes a printable student booklet and a suggested teacher’s plan, eliminating the need for time-consuming searches for suitable text study resources.
Tailored for students aged approximately 10-15 years old, our DETENTION student booklet immerses students in the enthralling narrative of the novel by Trist Bancks.
Perfect for students in Australia and beyond studying this novel in class, our resource is a valuable tool for cultivating critical thinking and analysis skills.
Our complete resource includes a range of activities to engage students with the text, including comprehension questions, character profiles, creative writing tasks, and more.
With everything you need in one convenient package, our DETENTION Novel Study Unit saves precious preparation time, allowing you to focus on your students.
Get ready for an adrenaline-filled adventure with our ready-to-print HATCHET novel study unit!
This resource is a complete game changer for teachers like you, providing a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan that will save you precious time and energy in searching for the perfect text study materials.
Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this captivating novel in class, HATCHET is an incredible tale of resilience and survival. Dive into the gripping story of a teenager who must rely on his wits and inner strength to survive in the unforgiving wilderness after a life-altering plane crash.
Suitable for students aged approximately 10-16, our student booklet is packed with exciting Hatchet activities and thought-provoking novel study questions.
Explore the themes, analyze the character’s journey, and uncover the deeper meanings behind this awe-inspiring story.
With our ready-to-print resource, you’ll have everything you need to take your students on an unforgettable literary adventure.
So, buckle up and get ready to journey into the wilderness with HATCHET! Your students are in for an exploration of resilience and survival like never before.
Includes:
Webquest task on the author
Hatchet character file templates
Hatchet Setting
Context
Hatchet Comprehension Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Creative writing task
Hatchet Themes page
Symbols page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning pages
+Sample Teacher Hatchet Unit Plan
Everything you need to print and teach! Save yourself time and effort today.