School Journal, Level 3 November 2011
Teacher support materials (TSM) are available for all the following texts in this issue of the School Journal:
| TSM | ||
| Stories | Earthquake | ✔ |
| Articles | One City – Two Earthquakes | ✔ |
| Timber! | ✔ |
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Earthquake
by Lynn Davis
This narrative about a family’s experiences will give students an insight into the impact of the earthquakes in Christchurch. There are opportunities for students to gain information about life during and after the September 2010 earthquake and the concerns shared by the family and the community.
One City – Two Earthquakes
by Jenna Tinkle
This informative article answers commonly asked questions about earthquakes, with specific reference to the Christchurch earthquakes in September 2010 and February 2011. The text explains what liquefaction is and how earthquakes happen, and it includes instructions for what to do in an earthquake.
Timber!
by Jullia Wall
This article describes how trees have been used in New Zealand and the impact people have had on the native forests. The text shares the perspectives of people involved in the timber industry and of conservationists since the arrival of European settlers. It outlines the events that occurred, the resulting impact on indigenous forests, and the steps taken to sustain them.
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