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Sydney Opera House presents On Demand: Digital Author Talk

This resource is designed for students and teachers of drama, English and literacy. It provides a free, on demand digital recording of author Jessica Townsend reading two of her books: 'WunderSmith' and 'Nevermoor' (approximately 45 minutes).

Teachers can use this resource including information, activities and worksheets to guide and plan learning, or families can use this resource with students.

Structure and features

The downloadable teacher's resource includes:

  • introduction
  • before and after reading activities
  • themes and curriculum topics
  • HASS links
  • English language and literacy including  literary devices, word play, characters and writing tasks
  • quotes for discussion
  • activities
  • conclusion
  • about the author
  • bibliography

Teachers can use these resources to plan learning delivery.

Families can listen to the resource together, and engage students at a range of levels using the suggested points for discussion.

 

Teacher notes

  • Fully aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
  • A good resource to guide parents in how to work with their children.