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This is a 78-page novel study on the beautiful book “The Way of Dog” by Zana Fraillon. This book is featured on the CBCA shortlist for Younger Readers in 2023.

The Way of Dog is told in an unusual, but engaging way, through the use of verse. Rather than taking on the structure of a classic narrative, it almost like a series of poems, told from the dog’s (Scruffity) perspective.

Scruffity is a clever, loyal, loving dog who meets four very special, very different people in his life who love him and can see how special he truly is. He also experiences cruelty, hunger and neglect as well. The Way of Dog is written by a true dog-lover – we can hear just how much Zana Fraillon loves and admires her own dogs, and all dogs, for their empathy and ability to know what their humans need.

This resource consists of a chapter-based comprehension guide (divided into “chunks” of approximately 15 pages at a time). The questions cover a range of comprehension skills, from literal to inferential, plus author purpose, comparing and contrasting, summarising, predicting and much more. A comprehensive answer guide is also provided.

Each section also has a creative response, designed to be high-interest, independent and engaging. These are often linked to the Creative and Practical Arts.

This book would be suitable for a whole class read-aloud, or as a reading group text for Stages Two or Three.

There is a bank of ten Literacy Circle tasks, designed to be printed and laminated for future use. These involve a high degree of student choice, so as to be independent. All associated printables are also included.

I have many other literature-based resources in my store (most of them Australian) so feel free to check them out.

Happy reading!

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MEGA Bundle 2023 CBCA Shortlisted Books - Younger Readers - Six Novel Studies

This is a HUGE 500+ page mega-bundle of novel studies based on all six books included on the 2023 CBCA shortlist for Younger Readers. It contains individual novel studies for the following six books: * Runt by Craig Silvey (my personal pick for the win!) * The Way of Dog by Zana Fraillon * The Raven's Song by Zana Fraillon and Bren MacDibble * Xavier in the Meantime by Kate Gordon * August and Jones by Pip Harry * Evie and Rhino by Neridah McMullin Each novel study includes: * A detailed comprehension guide, targeting both inferential and literal comprehension skills, plus specific comprehension skills like author purpose, predicting, summarising, cause and effect, sequencing, characterisation, figurative language and more. * An answer guide for every text. * Integrated writing activities - informative, persuasive and imaginative based on each novel. * Teaching tips and recommendations. * Creative Responses (at least 9 for every book), based on the events of the text. These are designed to completely independent with NO PREP required. Work is either completed on a device, paper or in student workbooks. * A full-colour set of 10 literature circle activities based on each book. These can be printed and laminated or simply placed on the class screen for students to select from. Literature Circle activities include a range of integrated skills, such as Creative and Practical Arts, history, research skills and more. The novels in this bundle range in age suitability from Stage 2 to Stage 4. Age suitability guides are given for each book. This bundle of work is literally MONTHS of reading work for students. The programs are designed to be open-ended, so you can use them for a whole-class text, or small group work. Comprehension questions can be both verbal or printed for a written response from students. I have many other literature- based resources in my store (many of them based on Australian literature) so feel free to check them out. Happy reading!

£20.00

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