Instructions for Travelling without Touching the Ground – School Journal Level 3 August 2019
A whimsical poem from Lynley Edmeades on the topic of flying.
2019
The Mohawk – School Journal Level 3 August 2019
In the story “The Mohawk” by Tim Tipene, a young boy named Jason decides to get a bold mohawk hairstyle to stand out, only to find that his new look brings unexpected challenges and lessons about identity and self-confidence at school.
In Colour – School Journal Level 3 August 2019
In 1958, a young girl named Grace navigates her relationship with her aging grandmother, whose gift of a colourised vintage photograph highlights their striking resemblance and the inevitable passage of time. .
Checkmate – School Journal Level 3 August 2019
In the story “Checkmate” by Victor Rodger, a young boy named Mani, who is usually underestimated by his more academic sister and competitive cousins, surprises his family by revealing his strategic talent during a game of chess. Despite being seen as someone who only cares about rugby and “dumb stuff,” Mani uses his quiet observation…
School Journal Level 3 August 2019
Inside this School Journal are four stories (Checkmate; In Colour; The Mohawk; Trespass) and one poem (Instructions for Travelling without Touching the Ground) and one play (Smash Hit) and one article (Tupaia: Master Navigator).
Smash Hit – School Journal Level 3 August 2019
Faced with a ten-minute deadline at school camp, a group of students humorously improvises a “smash hit” skit by frantically blending their conflicting ideas about bio-tech engineering, aliens, family metaphors, and a smelly dog.
School Journal Level 2 August 2019
Inside this School Journal are two articles (Wētā; Pencarrow: New Zealand’s First Lighthouse), one poem (Ika a Whiro), and two stories (Stealing Maru; Max and Alice).
Max and Alice – School Journal Level 2 August 2019
In the story “Max and Alice” by Bernard Beckett, a kind-hearted student named Alice patiently builds a friendship with her neurodivergent classmate Max through small acts of empathy, which eventually leads to a reciprocal moment of support when Alice is injured.
Stealing Maru – School Journal Level 2 August 2019
In the traditional story “Stealing Maru” by Maria Samuela, warriors from Aitutaki steal the top of a majestic mountain from Rarotonga, a loss that ultimately benefits the original owners by providing them with more daylight for productivity and family time. Keywords: myths and legends
Ika a Whiro – School Level 2 August 2019
Under a moonless sky, two armoured warriors creep from tree burrows, long antennae sensing a challenger nearby.
Pencarrow: New Zealand’s First Lighthouse – School Journal Level 2 August 2019
New Zealand’s coastline has always been a dangerous place for ships and boats. Early Māori knew that. Several traditional stories tell of waka being washed onto rocks in storms. Since the 1790s, when the first Pākehā reached New Zealand, more than 2,300 ships have been wrecked in New Zealand waters.
Wētā – School Level 2 August 2019
Many people are scared of wētā. They are big and covered in spikes, they hide in dark places, and they can sometimes jump. You might find one in the garden or in a piece of old wood. There could be one hiding in your letterbox – or even in your shoe!
Junior Journal 58 Level 2 2019
In this Junior Journal there are two articles (The Kiwileles; The Ukulele Maker), one poem (The Something), one story (Rāhui), and one play (Space Rubbish).
Space Rubbish – Junior Journal 58 Level 2 2019
This humorous science-fiction play is set on a spaceship in the future. When the crew’s rubbish-blasting machine stops working, they are intrigued to find out how people used to deal with their rubbish in the “old days”.
The Ukelele Maker – Junior Journal 58 Level 2 2019
Dave Gilberd is a luthier, a maker of stringed instruments. This report describes how Dave makes a ukulele. A note at the end of the report provides additional information about how the ukulele got its name.
The Kiwileles – Junior Journal 58 Level 2 2019
This report provides information about the Kiwileles, a ukulele orchestra made up of New Zealand school students. It focuses on the experiences of students at East Tamaki School and includes a description of some of the steps involved in learning to play a ukulele.
School Journal Level 4 May 2019
Inside this School Journal are two stories (Four of a Kind; Springers), one play (The Name Game), one poem (Fly), and two articles ( Johnny Pohe and the Great Escape; Resistance: When Antibiotics Don’t Work)
The Name Game – School Journal Level 4 May 2019
In this play, a substitute drama teacher named Miss Potter attempts to learn her students’ names through a “name game,” leading to a persistent and ultimately successful effort to correctly pronounce the name of a student named Uilealea. Despite initial awkwardness and comedic interference from the other students, Miss Potter refuses to take the easy…
Springers – School Journal Level 4 May 2019
“Springers” is a fictional story set in a rest home, where George and his daughter are visiting his elderly mum. Meredith has dementia, although it’s not clear to what degree: at times her strong mind and character shine through, at others, she seems childlike and resigned to the loss of autonomy that many people in…
Four of a Kind – School Journal Level 4 May 2019
When the school cannot find a rugby coach for the year, the boys joined the netball team. On game day, questions around gender and teamwork are raised.
Fly – School Journal Level 4 May 2019
A poem from Lynley Edmeades about the life of pilot Johnny Rohe, who was taken prisoner during the Second World War. Explore a poem called Fly by Lynley Edmeades about the capture of Second World War pilot Johnny Rohe and his daring escape.
Resistance: When Antibiotics Don’t Work – School Journal Level 4 May 2019
How do antibiotics work? What will happen if they don’t? Keywords: Alexander Fleming, antibiotics, bacteria, bugs, colds, disease, epidemic, flu, health, infection, infectious diseases, influenza, medicine, microbiologists, penicillin, resistance, sickness, stomach bugs, vaccination, viruses, report
Words – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
In this narrative poem, a boy uses humour to confront a bully.
Speechless – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
In the story “Speechless” by Fifi Colston, a young girl named Tilda attempts to navigate her school’s “Day of Silence” fundraiser while dealing with the frustration of being misunderstood by her peers and a competitive classmate. Tilda, who usually talks a lot, finds that her vow of silence allows her to observe others more closely…
Unwanted Visitors – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
The article “Unwanted Visitors” by Allan Burne explains the critical importance of biosecurity in New Zealand, detailing how strict border controls and community surveillance protect the country’s unique environment and economy from the devastating impact of invasive pests, weeds, and diseases.
Iris and Dog Star – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
This article is based on the diary of Iris Marshall, a ten-year-old girl who sailed on the yacht Dog Star with her parents and a family friend from New Zealand to Nouméa. The text details the highs and lows of the journey from Iris’s perspective and includes some excerpts from the on-board logbook. While few…
Donkey Sleepover – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
In the story “Donkey Sleepover” by Sarah Johnson, a young girl hosting her first sleepover is initially nervous about her small home, her parents’ unique food, and the presence of stray animals. While a group of popular girls leaves early after one discovers she is allergic to the family’s surprise guest guinea pigs, the narrator…
Whānau – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
In the story “Whānau” by Whiti Hereaka, a young boy named Timi, who is living with his grandmother on a farm while missing his mother and deceased grandfather, finds comfort and a sense of belonging when he is gifted a puppy. As Timi cares for the small, homesick dog, he realizes that his new life…
Broken Wing – School Journal Level 3 May 2019
This mysterious story combines the familiarity of a coming-of-age story with elements of fantasy. The setting and time are vague. There is magic at work, yet most students will relate to the sense of pressure that comes from trying to meet an older person’s expectations while working out personal values and priorities. The layers of…
School Journal Level 2 May 2019
Inside this School Journal are three articles (Harwoods Hole; The Striped Invader; Why is the Wasp a Pest?) two stories (Stung!; Where’s Toki?) and the poem (Cave).
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