This resource is a comprehension, discussion and activity guide to accompany the novel Search for a Kiwi Killer by Des Hunt. This mystery-adventure, set in rural New Zealand, features themes of friendship, loyalty and kaitiakitanga. It would suit upper primary or intermediate-aged students. The Search for a Kiwi Killer Novel Study is split into…
Our Adverbs of Place Slides and Activities are a dynamic and effective tool for exploring word meanings. These slides, flashcards and visual aids are a great companion to your structured literacy programme. Expanding students’ vocabulary is crucial for improving their reading and writing skills. Studies have shown that students with larger vocabularies perform better in school, especially in reading. …
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…
Learn about the vibrant country of the Philippines with these print-and-go worksheets. This reading comprehension and literacy activities pack, pitched at Year 3-4 learners, includes activities for students to learn about the Philippines. In this reading pack, you receive: a reading passage suitable for Year 3 a reading passage suitable for Year 4 …
Embrace the multicultural classroom and improve reading comprehension with our Hanukkah-themed differentiated close reading texts and activities. This pack includes two non-fiction passages with six pages of unique and engaging text-dependent questions and higher-order thinking tasks. These activities are great for your guided reading program, or as homework tasks. This resource would also be…
This resource contains 8 independent activity sheets designed for Year 7 students to practice literacy skills autonomously. These tasks are structured to provide student agency and to allow teachers to work with other groups without frequent interruptions. Please note: We’ve included a version with “Year 7” in the heading and a version without it….
This comprehensive resource provides 10 independent activity sheets designed for Year 3 students to practice essential literacy skills autonomously. These activities are ideal for literacy rotations, homework, or early finishers, allowing students to work without interrupting the teacher. Please note: We’ve included a version with “Year 3” in the heading and a version without…
Transform St. Patrick’s Day into an engaging mathematical adventure! This isn’t just another worksheet; it’s a thrilling CSI investigation where your students become detectives, using their math skills to crack the case of the missing leprechaun gold! Perfect for: Classroom fun on St. Patrick’s Day Engaging math review Developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills A…
Develop your students’ reading comprehension and writing skills with this comprehensive resource, focused on the pūrākau (Māori legend) How Māui Discovered Fire. Great as an addition to your structured literacy program. Enhance Your Students’ reading comprehension skills with Science of Reading Principles. This reading and writing teaching tool engages students in deep comprehension strategies,…
Ignite curiosity and build real-world engineering skills with this comprehensive, four-phase Simple Machines Unit. Designed to seamlessly integrate Science, Technology, and Reading, this resource provides everything you need for a deep dive into the world of simple machines, culminating in an epic Rube Goldberg challenge! What’s Included in This 4-Phase Unit? This complete…
This resource is a comprehension, discussion and activity guide to accompany the novel The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis. Set in Kabul under Taliban rule, the novel follows eleven-year-old Parvana, who must disguise herself as a boy to support her family after her father’s arrest. Exploring themes of survival, resilience, family responsibility, and hope, Ellis’s…
Guide your students through the essential skill of formal letter writing with our comprehensive, no-prep unit. Designed specifically for the busy teacher, this resource breaks down the block style format into clear, manageable steps that build confidence and ensure success. Perfect for your literacy programme, writing rotations, or to leave for a relief teacher,…
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…
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