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Josh Smith - More on the Live Version of “Triple J Hoedown”
This is the fourth installment on the live version of Josh Smith's tune “Triple J Hoedown,” featured on his latest album, Live at the Spud, recorded at the infamous Baked Potato in Los Angeles. Last month, we looked at the section that...
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Field of Crosses begins 10 days of ceremonies
In the days leading up to Remembrance Day, the Field of Crosses tribute holds sunrise and sunset ceremonies. The memorial includes 3,500 crosses that represent southern Albertans who lost their lives in the line of duty.
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Writing introductions and conclusions for an 'An Inspector Calls' essay
Pupil outcome: I can create sophisticated introductions and conclusions for an essay about the Birlings and the theme of responsibilty. Key learning points: - An introduction and conclusion could follow a three part structure. - An...
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'Macbeth': an exploration of Act 5, Scenes 6 to 9
Pupil outcome: I can explain what happens in Act 5, Scenes 6 to 9 of 'Macbeth' and consider some of the play's main themes. Key learning points: - Macduff tells Macbeth that he was born by c-section. - Macbeth realises the witches’...
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Using context effectively in 'Animal Farm' essays
Pupil outcome: I can understand what context is and how to include it effectively in my responses. Key learning points: - Context refers to the historical, social, literary and biographical. - Context should not be presented as isolated...
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Selecting inspirational visual source material
Pupil outcome: I can respond to different sources and share my ideas to identify themes and connections. Key learning points: - Sources in art can be found in multiple places. - A variety of sources such as art pieces, photographs, or...
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Comparing fairy tales
Pupil outcome: I can compare some well-known fairy tales. Key learning points: - Comparing means exploring similarities and differences about something - Characters, such as heroes and villains, tend to appear in most fairy tales - Some...
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Thinking from Lulu's perspective and asking questions
Pupil outcome: I can think from characters’ perspectives and ask characters questions. Key learning points: - A character's facial expressions and actions help infer how they feel, such as when Lulu is told she can have a cat - Asking...
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The theme of identity
Pupil outcome: I can discuss the theme of identity, linking to my own experiences and what has been read. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea and focus of a book. - A theme in 'Paddington' and 'Coming to England' is identity as...
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The theme of responsibility in 'Lulu Gets a Cat'
Pupil outcome: I can write about something I am responsible for. Key learning points: - Re-reading a story can help to summarise the plot and remember the main events - A theme is a main idea in a story that often tries to teach the...
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Beowulf and the dragon
Pupil outcome: I can describe and discuss how Beowulf responds to the threat of a dragon and I can connect the story to different themes. Key learning points: - Beowulf becomes king of Geatland and he reigns for 50 years. - A dragon is...
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Debating a question raised by Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'
Pupil outcome: I can generate philosophical questions that relate to 'Romeo and Juliet' and I can participate in a class discussion about one of these questions. Key learning points: - 'Romeo and Juliet' is a tragedy that raises themes...
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Identifying features of a model non-chronological report about an insect
Pupil outcome: I can identify the features of a non-chronological report about an insect. Key learning points: - A non-chronological report is written out of time order. - The purpose of a non-chronological report is to inform and engage...
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Reading and responding to 'The Morning Rush' by John Foster
Pupil outcome: I can give a personal response to the poem and read it aloud. Key learning points: - John Foster is a poet and is known for writing humorous poetry for children. - Foster’s poetry often explores everyday experiences that...
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Reading and responding to 'Wide Open' by Rachel Rooney
Pupil outcome: I can give a personal response to the poem and give some evidence to justify my ideas. Key learning points: - Rachel Rooney is a poet and is known for writing imaginative poetry for children. - ‘Wide Open’ by Rachel Rooney...
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Reading and responding to 'The Magic Box' by Kit Wright
Pupil outcome: I can read and understand the poem and give a personal response. Key learning points: - Kit Wright is a poet and is known for writing imaginative poetry for children. - ‘The Magic Box’ by Kit Wright is a poem about putting...
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Reading and responding to 'If You Could See Laughter' by Mandy Coe
Pupil outcome: I can give a personal response to the poem and give some evidence to justify my ideas. Key learning points: - Mandy Coe is a poet and is known for writing imaginative poetry for children. - ‘If You Could See Laughter’ by...
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Exploring themes in 'The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the key themes in the story and give a personal response. Key learning points: - Plop is a young barn owl who is initially scared of the dark but gradually learns to appreciate the night time. - Plop meets...
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Characters in 'A Superhero Like You'
Pupil outcome: I can discuss characters and events in the story. Key learning points: - Thinking from the character's point of view helps to understand events in the story - Re-reading the story is useful to remembering the key events -...
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The theme of resilience in 'Ada Twist, Scientist'
Pupil outcome: I can describe how a character is feeling at different points in the story "Ada Twist, Scientist". Key learning points: - Reading a story helps us to consider themes or big ideas told through the plot - A character's...
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The theme of collaboration in 'The Wolf, The Duck and the Mouse'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the theme of collaboration in the story. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea or lesson that the author wants you to explore & understand through reading the story. - Readers can interpret themes and...
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Engaging with key themes in 'The Proudest Blue'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the key themes in 'The Proudest Blue'. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea, topic or message that appears in a story. - Themes in a story are used to convey deeper meaning and messages to the reader....
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Exploring the meaning of family in 'And Tango Makes Three'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the meaning of family in the story. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea, topic or message that appears in a story. - 'And Tango Makes Three' tells the story of a penguin family that has two dads. -...
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The theme of protection in 'The Planet in a Pickle Jar'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the theme of protection in the story. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea or lesson that the author wants you to explore and understand through reading the story. - Readers can interpret themes and...