Same old, same old. Does student writing all seem the same? It can be frustrating – not to mention boring! – to read 20 student stories that are pretty much identical. It can trigger real disappointment when you know there’s the potential for unique writing from each student. “Argh! Not again … I swear I’ve…
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2020 Narrative Writing Competition Winners
Let’s start by saying a huge thank you to all the students who participated in our 2020 Narrative Writing Competition – the quality of writing was exceptional! And thank you to all of the teachers for organising their students’ entries. We were amazed at how many entries we received – over 1900!So, you can imagine…
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Writing activities for Book Week 2020: Curious Creatures, Wild Minds
The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book Week will look a bit different this year, but as always it is a celebration of great writing. In a year of lockdowns, remote learning and cancelled plans, we’ve probably all turned into slightly curious creatures, or let our minds run a little wild (well, at least…
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Let’s Dive into National Science Week
It’s time to celebrate science and technology with your students! We’re so lucky to have programs like National Science Week (15 – 23 August). It’s a great platform to encourage innovation – and to hone your students’ informative writing skills! The theme for the 2020 National Science Week is Deep Blue: innovations for the future…
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Life In Lockdown: capturing students’ COVID experiences in informative writing
For many people, the era of COVID-19 has seen time stretch and contract. Days seem long, or short, or they zip past in a zooming rush. Many Australians look back on lockdown days as a period when time stood still, while others, perhaps still in the middle of it, are wondering if it’s still April….
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Persuasive Writing Competition entries from Seven Steps students
Bring your online teaching skills back to school!
What a term! From classroom teaching like ‘normal’, to remote teaching from home (or doing both!), to heading back to the classroom again – it’s been a juggle of learning new skills and adapting to this unique time. And then, just when you were getting into the swing of online learning, many of you have…
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Say Yes – National Reconciliation Week Classroom Resource
“National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.” – Reconciliation Australia The dates for National Reconciliation Week remain the same each year: 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate the…
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