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Born: Established: 1990 Carlton South, Parkville - Carlton area, Melbourne - North, Melbourne, Victoria, ; Died: Ceased: 2010
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Wizard ideas Curriculum Corporation (publisher), series - publisher
1 Aussie Triumphs Jill Morris (editor), Curriculum Corporation (publisher), series - publisher
1 y separately published work icon Topsy and Turvy : Early Childhood, Teaching Notes Wendy Cowey , Carlton South : Curriculum Corporation , 2007 20257453 2007 single work criticism 'These notes have been written to help teachers use the Accelerated Literacy teaching stragegies in kindergarten/preparatory year. However, they could also be used with students in Year 1 who have difficulties with reading' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon Japan Diary Trudy White , Carlton : Curriculum Corporation , 2005 Z1810809 2005 single work diary children's fiction children's 'Japan Diary presents two diaries from exchange students in Japan and Australia. Amy writes about her experiences in Japan in 'My Double Summer' from the time when she applies for an exchange until her departure after six months staying in Japan with the Nakagawa family. At the same time, Taro Nakagawa stays in Australia with Amy's family and records his experiences and thoughts in his diary 'Dragon Boy, Hero!'

The two perspectives presented by Amy and Taro provide a fascinating insight into two very different cultures. Both highlight not only the unique qualities of each culture, but also the fact that we all share very similar needs and social interactions. Trudy White has successfully captured the voices of these two teenage students as they learn to cope in a foreign land, struggle with the language, different traditions and expectations, and also learn the value of friendship, trust and openness.

The simple and effective illustrations by the author add significant detail to the text, as well as reflecting the views and experiences of the two students. This book will engage young teenagers as they relate to the dilemmas and challenges faced by Amy and Taro. It also provides an interesting exploration of Australian and Japanese cultures from alternative perspectives.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 y separately published work icon Plays to Value : Read, Discuss and Perform Bruce Shearer , Carlton South : Curriculum Corporation , 2005 Z1440089 2005 selected work drama children's Features three original plays - 'Herbert, the Friendly Ogre' -- 'It's so Hard to be Perfect' -- 'The Cantankerous Caterpillar' -.written for primary students to read, discuss and perform. Each is accompanied by a guide to the values inherent in the plot, skills to be learnt and writing styles to be discussed, along with simple preparation instructions, performance ideas & follow-up activities (Libraries Australia record).
2 y separately published work icon Funky Fairy Tales Glenda Hogg , Lynn Martin , Ballarat : Wizard Books , 1997 Z1119151 1997 selected work drama children's humour
1 y separately published work icon Plays to Value: Read, Discuss, and Perform B. W. Shearer , 2005 Carlton South : Curriculum Corporation , 2005 7740421 2005 single work drama children's

Features three original plays written for primary students to read, discuss and perform. Each is accompanied by a guide to the values inherent in the plot, skills to be learnt and writing styles to be discussed, along with simple preparation instructions, performance ideas &​ follow-up activities. Student &​ teacher resource. Age 9-12
1 y separately published work icon The River Libby Hathorn , Stanley Wong (illustrator), Carlton South : Curriculum Corporation , 2001 Z923367 2001 single work picture book children's The River is presented in different voices and in different times. It deals with the continuity of life as represented by the river, which provides a guide for a young Chinese girl, Xian, on her journey to the home of her grandparents. Libby Hathorn presents a story within a story, which adds complexity to the text. Modern-day Hong, the girl reading the story given to her by Ming (a woman who has worked as a cleaner in Hong's parent's shop), is transported back in time by the adventures of Xian when she travels to the home of her grandparents after the death of her mother. Hong is able to draw the conclusion that the story given to her by Ming is indeed Ming's own story. (Libraries Australia)
1 y separately published work icon Same Difference Michael Hyde (editor), Helen Parr (editor), Carlton : Curriculum Corporation , 1995 Z1410912 1995 anthology poetry short story Five stories and one poem about teenagers' experiences in Asia.
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