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Bird on a branch. Tomtit on a broken twig.
About this resource
Series: School Journal Level 2 November 2016
Reading year level: 4
Category: Fiction
Topics: birds, birdwatching, illustration, ngirungiru, observation, poetry, tomtit
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Words by Tim Upperton
Illustration by Elspeth Alix Batt
Male Ngirungiru in a makomako tree ...
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School Journal Level 2 November 2016
Inside this School Journal are two articles (Getting Closer; The Polish Refugee Children), there are two stories (Lost in the Bush; Mossie) and one poem (Close-up).
1 of 5Lost in the Bush
The style of this graphic text will appeal to many students, and the humour will engage their interest.
2 of 5Mossie
Riki didn’t want lunch. His puku was feeling weird – all tight and jumpy.
3 of 5Getting Closer
This article, written from the perspective of a wildlife photographer, will appeal to and engage young readers.
4 of 5The Polish Refugee Children
This true story of Adelphi Zawada’s grandparents will be engaging for students in year 4, although it is complex and presents some interesting challenges.
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