A simple and easy worksheet for use when looking at the use of characterisation in the novel 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' by John Boyne. Successfully used with a Year 9 class that consisted mostly of male students.

All editable.

Designed for and used with a lower ability Year 10 class as an introductory activity to the unit of work 'Advertising'. Contains spelling and comprehension activities as well as a basic print advertisement for students to analyse.

Novel study with a focus toward extended writing and essay response. Originally used with a year 8 class (students aged approximately 12-13 years of age). Themes of the text are more suited to adolescent girls. Designed for use in a points based unit of work in which students have the choice of which activity to complete. Activities range from 5 points in value to 20 points. Includes .docx and .pdf versions of student worksheets as well as completed teacher worksheets with answers.

Lesson resources for the study of 'The Simple Gift', a prose fiction text, with a focus on the concept of 'Belonging'. This particular lesson focused on the use of symbolism in the text. It was developed for a lower ability class that thrived on structure who needed to revise on symbolism and essay paragraph writing using the PEEL (point, explanation, example, link) guide. Students are expected to have read the text before this lesson. Contains PowerPoint presentation and accompanying worksheet.

A quick and easy research task for students learning about the Elizabethan Era.

A research task that requires students to utilise 'old school' research skills using books and the Dewey Decimal system to find fun facts about Australia and Australian culture.

A PowerPoint lesson outlining the representation of Australia through vintage and modern print and media advertisements. An introductory lesson about advertising and cultural identity. Worksheet included.

An introductory PowerPoint that introduces students to Mackellar's poem 'My Country'. This was created for use within a concept focused Unit of Work (Images of Australia) designed for students in Stage 4, or Year 8. A copy of Mackellar's poem 'My Country' is needed to complete the poetic devices activity at the end. Lesson duration: approximately half an hour. Students are expected to already know the following poetic devices: - Personification - Contrast and/or Juxtaposition - Metaphor

A PowerPoint lesson that introduces students to the film 'Red Dog' and its setting. Also includes camera shots and angles with screenshots from the film. May take approximately half an hour to complete.