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School Journal Level 2 October 2015
Teacher support materials (TSM) and audio are available for the following resources:
TSM Audio Story The Sons of Ma'afu ✔ ✔ Play A Work of Art Poem My "What If" Planet Articles Kurī ✔ ✔ Cool Facts about a Hot Place ✔ Look inside this issue
The Sons of Ma'afu
a traditional story from Tonga, retold by Feana Tu‘akoi
illustrations by Fraser Williamson
Two brothers with a reputation for trouble try to redeem themselves by carrying out some perilous tasks. Despite their best efforts, the brothers fail to impress the other villagers. Instead, they are banished to live in the heavens, where they can still be seen. Tongan students will relate to a traditional story from their culture. Some students may also be able to make connections to the importance of stars for navigation. A final section provides factual information about the constellations mentioned in the story.
Kurī
by Priscilla Wehi
illustrations by Spike Wademan
Māori brought the kurī or Polynesian dog with them when they migrated to Aotearoa New Zealand. This article looks at what we know about kurī, their origins, what they were used for, and why they died out. It incorporates traditional stories about the explorers Tāneatua and Īhenga and explains the importance of kurī to early Māori society. “Kurī” is a fascinating but challenging article at this year level, and you may wish to approach it in sections.
A Work of Art
by Simon Cooke
illustrated by Josh Morgan
"Your sacks of rubbish are the new installation – they represent hope for the future. It’s easy to see that you all care about the environment. "
My 'What If' Planet
by James Brown
illustrated by Leon Mackie
"On clear nights, I stare at the stars. My Space Facts book says they are suns, some a thousand times bigger than ours, some with planets orbiting them."
Cool Facts about a Hot Place
by David Hill
illustrations by Scott Pearson
This article presents a lot of facts about the sun and information about how the sun affects Earth. Although some of the concepts may be challenging, the writer uses humour and comparisons with familiar things to help readers get a sense of the enormous numbers involved.
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Cool Facts about a Hot Place
by David Hill
illustrations by Scott Pearson
This article presents a lot of facts about the sun and information about how the sun affects Earth. Although some of the concepts may be challenging, the writer uses humour and comparisons with familiar things to help readers get a sense of the enormous numbers involved.
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The Sons of Ma'afu
a traditional story from Tonga, retold by Feana Tu‘akoi
illustrations by Fraser Williamson
Two brothers with a reputation for trouble try to redeem themselves by carrying out some perilous tasks. Despite their best efforts, the brothers fail to impress the other villagers. Instead, they are banished to live in the heavens, where they can still be seen. Tongan students will relate to a traditional story from their culture. Some students may also be able to make connections to the importance of stars for navigation. A final section provides factual information about the constellations mentioned in the story.
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School Journal Level 2 May 2015
PDFs of all the texts in this issue of the School Journal are available online as well as teacher support materials (TSM) and audio for the following:
TSM Audio Stories Jump! ✔ ✔ Three Bears Poems Leap ✔ Articles Just One Wheel ✔ ✔ Coronation Forest Look inside this issue
Just One Wheel
by Kelly Dix
The students of Bombay School in Northland became keen unicycle riders when their school caretaker introduced the cycles a few years ago. Rather than having the usual sporting heroes, these students’ heroes are two young Māori from Northland who have achieved international success in unicycling.
Jump!
by Chris Szekely
illustrations by Scott Pearson
In this story, about a Māori family in a contemporary setting, the relationships between Uncle Hōne, Pānia, and Matiu are very realistically portrayed. Students will recognise the teasing and banter between the uncle, sister, and brother.
Leap
by Selina Powell
In this dreamy poem, a girl reflects on a summer in which she “took the chance” to leap into the sea. The poem uses an extended image of the passing of time to emphasise how important the leap was: she will remember what being in mid-air felt like long after other reminders of the day have gone.
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Just One Wheel
by Kelly Dix
The students of Bombay School in Northland became keen unicycle riders when their school caretaker introduced the cycles a few years ago. Rather than having the usual sporting heroes, these students’ heroes are two young Māori from Northland who have achieved international success in unicycling.
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Jump!
by Chris Szekely
illustrations by Scott Pearson
In this story, about a Māori family in a contemporary setting, the relationships between Uncle Hōne, Pānia, and Matiu are very realistically portrayed. Students will recognise the teasing and banter between the uncle, sister, and brother.
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Leap
by Selina Powell
In this dreamy poem, a girl reflects on a summer in which she “took the chance” to leap into the sea. The poem uses an extended image of the passing of time to emphasise how important the leap was: she will remember what being in mid-air felt like long after other reminders of the day have gone.
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School Journal Level 3 May 2015
PDFs of all the texts in this issue of the School Journal are available online as well as teacher support materials (TSM) and for the following:
TSM Stories Bok Choy ✔ The Red Ball ✔ Grandparents' Day Tautai ✔ Poems Following Gold Articles Boy on a Bike ✔ Bright Fine Gold Look inside this issue
Boy on a Bike
by Bronwen Wall
“Boy on a Bike” is an article that celebrates the determination, focus, and commitment of a boy who sets himself a huge goal: to ride a bike the length of the North Island. The text will be engaging and enjoyable for most students, and it can be used as a spin-off for a variety of practical research projects. The many graphic features provide strong support and keep up the interest as we learn about Mac’s reasons for the ride, his preparation, and his dad’s support.
Bok Choy
by Paul Mason
illustrations by Ant Sang
“He glared at the figure of Ah Sum moving slowly down the street …”
The Red Ball
by Renata Hopkins
illustrations by Aki Fukuoka
“The Red Ball” is a contemporary story, with elements of fairy tales and cautionary stories. Students will enjoy reading about a fairy who helps to get rid of a girl’s high-achieving sister. As with many traditional tales, “The Red Ball” incorporates a problem with a test and a dilemma for the main character.
Grandparents’ Day
by Adrienne Frater
illustrations by Kat Chadwick
For Isla’s grandparents, the long trip from Nelson is only the beginning.
Tautai
by Sisilia Eteuati
illustrations by Mose Eteuati
This contemporary story is about a boy and his love of planes, but students will also read about the importance of his name and how a chance meeting helped him gain confidence. Samoan students will identify with Lagi, and all students will enjoy his enthusiasm and excitement as he sets off on his first trip to Sāmoa.
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