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Monthly Archives: August 2011
Studying Civil Rights?
On being released last year, Kathryn Stockett’s The Help became an instanst best-seller. However, you may not have considered it for your students. Set in 1960s Jackson, Mississippi, The Help is the perfect accompaniment to study of American Civil Rights. … Continue reading
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New Books September 2011 – Secondary
Bloodlines: Book 1 by Richelle Mead BLOOD DOESN’T LIE . . . Sydney’s blood is special. That’s because she’s an alchemist – one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of human … Continue reading
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New Books September 2011 – Primary
My Brother’s A Wormburger by Gretel Killeen Zeke and Eppie know their neighbours are aliens, but their Mum thinks they are angels. Trouble is, Mum’s promised Zeke and Eppie a puppy if they play politely with the neighbours all day!!!!!!!!!!! … Continue reading
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Felice Arena talks about his new novel ‘Whippersnapper’
Would most people know what Whippersnapper means? Anyone over 35 – probably, yes. You don’t hear it a lot these days. Generally older folk use it to refer to younger people. It’s an old English word that originally referred to … Continue reading
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Class texts for Lower Secondary – Part 2
Following on from part 1 yesterday, here are some more suggestions for lower secondary. Captain Cook’s Apprentice ‘What are they saying?’ Isaac asked Taiata. ‘They are calling us tupua. . . goblins and demons.’ ‘And what else?’ ‘They say they … Continue reading
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Class texts for lower secondary – Part 1
It’s that time of year again – when new texts for the English booklist need to be chosen. It can be difficult to know where to begin when choosing new books, so we have put together a list of our … Continue reading
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Review – Alaska by Sue Saliba
Review by Sharon Marchingo from Crusoe 7-12 Secondary College. Alaska by Sue Saliba is a gentle story set in modern dayAlaska. Eighteen year old Mia goes toAlaska to visit her sister Em and her new baby. Their mother has been … Continue reading
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Off the Shelf and into the classroom!
We’ve been getting some great feedback from teachers and librarians alike for Off the Shelf, our online magazine for teachers and librarians. Here are some of the comments coming in… “I love the fresh, exciting format, packed full of engaging … Continue reading
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The Comet Box – teachers’ notes now available
Teachers’ notes are now available for Adrian Stirling’s The Comet Box. Click here to download. Teachers’ notes written by Tye Cattanach Background It’s 1986 and Halley’s Comet is hurtling towards Earth. Everyone is talking about what the comet will bring … Continue reading
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Review: Whippersnapper by Felice Arena. Witty, touching and smoothly written, Whippersnapper comes highly recommended!
Reviewed by Cameron Hindrum, Riverside High School, Launceston, Tasmania 14 year old Gus Delfino lives for basketball and is eagerly anticipating his team’s upcoming finals performance. His attentions are divided by Annie, his friendly but plain-looking neighbour, and Lilly, the … Continue reading
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