TEACHING RESOURCES:
Chasing the Valley
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hasing the Valley is a fantasy novel. It deals with war and conflict, conscription, friendship, death, tyranny, rebellion and coming of age. The following resources were prepared by Dr Robyn Sheahan-Bright for Random House. They include activities suitable for the Australian Curriculum.
Teaching Resources: https://skyemw89.files.wordpress.com/2020/01/fc9e3-chasing-the-valley-teacher-notes.pdf
Book Trailer: https://youtu.be/SvqzfnnYg2k
The Hush
The Hush is a fantasy novel. It deals with ethical dilemmas, tyranny, friendship, death, sacrifice, rebellion, environmental issues and coming of age. The following resources were prepared for Random House. They include activities suitable for the Australian Curriculum.
Teaching Resources: https://skyemw89.files.wordpress.com/2020/01/5807e-the-hush-teacher-notes.pdf
Book Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dt-1Muw5c-8
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School Visits
I love to visit schools (primary and secondary) and I’m always excited to share my writing tips and tricks with students! I offer a variety of writing workshops, including:
- Bringing a Story to Life
- How to Beat Writer’s Block
- Creating a Fantasy World
I also offer the following talks, which include a Q&A with students:
- Becoming an Author
- Chasing the Valley (for students studying the book)
To enquire about a school or library visit, please contact Booked Out: www.bookedout.com.au
