School Journal Level 3, September 2012
Teacher support materials (TSM) are available for all the following texts in this issue of the School Journal:
| TSM | ||
| Stories | Tarakura of the Rangitāiki Plains | ✔ |
| Articles | Mary Anning Fossil Hunter | ✔ |
| The Dinosaur Hunter | ✔ |
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Tarakura of the Rangitāiki Plains
by Bernadine Ngaheu
This exciting, fast-paced myth retells a traditional story from Ngāti Awa. It portrays one chief’s courageous actions to protect his iwi from the taniwha Tarakura. Iratumoana, the chief, displays many qualities: bravery, fortitude, and decisiveness. He also shows wisdom and humility, understanding that he must consult and work with others if he is to prevail over the taniwha. The chief provides a positive role model of someone who puts himself in physical danger for the good of the community.
Mary Anning Fossil Hunter
by Barbara Dobson
This report tells the story of Mary Anning, who was born in 1799. Her lifelong interest in hunting for “curios” led to some important finds that caught the attention of scientists from around the world.The article recounts Mary’s early life and how the skills her father taught her helped Mary to support the family after his death. Mary’s discoveries have helped scientists to understand the evolution of life forms.
The Dinosaur Hunter
by Norman Bilbrough
This article tells the story of a New Zealand woman who, like Mary Anning (see “Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter”), had a great curiosity about rocks and the fossils in them. The article continues the theme of change over time.
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