Our New Zealand history resources help students to think critically about important events in the history of Māori, Pākehā, and other cultures in Aotearoa. As New Zealand schools embrace the new Aotearoa New Zealand Histories curriculum, our range of online teaching resources will continue to grow and develop. Watch this space!
Looking for comprehensive reading response activities for the NZ School Journal Level 2 November 2024? Our expertly designed resource offers everything you need to bring the stories and articles in this publication to life. Perfect for both classroom and distance learning, this resource includes paper-based and digital (Google Slides) options to suit your teaching needs….
Develop your students’ reading comprehension, writing, and literacy skills with this comprehensive whole-class teaching resource, centred on the events leading up to the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the Treaty of Waitangi—a foundational moment in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history. This resource is a perfect addition to your structured literacy program, offering both rich…
This novel study accompanies Children of the Rush (Book 2) by James Russell, continuing the gripping adventures in Gabriel’s Gully during the 1860s Otago gold rush. After the intense events of the first book, Michael, Atarangi, and Siu—three close friends—face even greater dangers. Children of the Rush (Book 2) deepens the themes explored in the…
Our Daily Literacy Review Slides are dynamic and effective tools for enhancing memory, retention, and learning. By incorporating the principles of spaced practice, interleaved practice, and retrieval practice, these daily reviews offer a comprehensive approach to reinforcing previously taught literacy content. A great companion to your structured literacy programme. Aligns with the refreshed New…
This novel study is a comprehension, discussion, and activity guide accompanying the novel Children of the Rush (Book 1) by James Russell. The book explores themes of social injustice, friendship, and bravery against the backdrop of the 1860s gold rush in New Zealand. The Children of the Rush Novel Study has been split up…
This novel study is a comprehension, discussion, and activity guide accompanying Witi Ihimaera’s The Whale Rider. The book explores themes of family, friendship, bravery, gender roles, power and resilience and traditions. The Whale Rider Novel Study has been split up into sections. Each section varies in size due to the number of pages and…
Explore the significance of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic teaching resource. These print and digital independent activities are pitched at Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this Introduction to Pā independent activities pack, you receive: 1. A set of independent…
Explore the history of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic teaching resource. These print and digital independent activities are pitched at Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this History of Pā independent activities pack, you receive: 1. A set of…
Explore the structure and design of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic teaching resource. These print and digital independent activities are pitched at Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this Structure and Design of Pā independent activities pack, you receive: …
Explore the history of pa in New Zealand with this dynamic whole-class teaching resource. These whole-class teaching slides work for Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this History of Pā Whole-Class teaching pack, you receive: 1. A whole-class teaching set of…
Explore the structure and design of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic whole-class teaching resource. These whole-class teaching slides work for Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this Structure and Design of Pā Whole-Class teaching pack, you receive: 1. A…
Explore the significance of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic whole-class teaching resource. These whole-class teaching slides work for Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum. In this Introduction to Pā History and Literacy skills Whole-Class Teaching pack, you receive: 1. A…
We’ve compiled a set of reading response activities for the Connected Level 4 2023 – Hear Our Voices text. This resource has everything you need to dive into the articles within this publication. Connected supports Aotearoa New Zealand’s histories and Tīkanga ā-Iwi, social sciences, inclusion, and well-being – within integrated literacy programmes. When you…
Learn about the history and design of pā in Aotearoa, NZ, with this engaging resource! In this History, Reading Comprehension & Literacy Activities pack, pitched at Year 4 learners, students will learn what pā are, their origins, and design and structure. This resource is provided in both print and digital form – great for Google…
We’ve compiled a set of reading response activities for a range of NZ School Journal and Connected texts around the broad theme of Pā in Aotearoa New Zealand. This resource has everything you need to explore this engaging topic further. Lesson plans and comprehensive print and digital activities are included. The School Journal and…
We’ve compiled a set of reading response activities for the Connected Level 3 2023 – He Pātaka Kura Huna text. This resource has everything you need to dive into the articles within this publication. Connected supports Aotearoa New Zealand’s histories and Tīkanga ā-Iwi, social sciences, inclusion, and well-being – within integrated literacy programmes. When…
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