Junior Journal 45 Level 2 2012
Inside this Junior Journal there is one story (The Stowaway), one poem (Uira), and two articles (Pōhutukawa and Tākapu).
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PDFs of all the texts in this issue of the Junior Journal are available online as well as teacher support materials (TSM) for all texts and audio for "The Stowaway", "Uira", and "Takāpu".
Junior Journal 45 Level 2 2012
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Tākapu
The tākapu is also called the Australasian gannet. In this article, the author explains why she thinks the tākapu is an amazing bird.
1 of 4The Stowaway
Walter is a cat who catches mice at the factory next door to his home. He has friends at the factory who, like his family, are very fond of him.
2 of 4Uira
This short, dramatic poem is in te reo Māori with an accompanying English interpretation. It describes the sights and sounds of lightning as Tāwhirimātea performs a haka.
3 of 4Pōhutukawa
This article explores different aspects of this New Zealand tree, including a description of its preferred habitat, the special features that help it survive, the creatures that live in or on it, and the significance it has for Māori.
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