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Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 5

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 5

May 11, 2020 | 2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Daily Lesson Outline, Reading

This week we develop a clear definition for “Magical Realism”, look at the parameters for your up-coming Genre Investigation written analysis and you get time to work independently on your own plan.

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 4

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 4

May 4, 2020 | 2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Daily Lesson Outline, Reading

This week we finish watching Donnie Darko, develop a clear definition for “Magical Realism” and look at the parameters for your up-coming Genre Investigation written analysis.

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 3

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 3

Apr 28, 2020 | 2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Daily Lesson Outline, Reading

This week we continue our analysis of The Book Thief. This week is all about our working definition for Magical Realism – and it’s time to meet Frank.

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 2

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 2

Apr 19, 2020 | 2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Daily Lesson Outline, Reading

This week we continue our analysis of The Book Thief. You will work with a partner to research the historical context of the novel, we will examine your independent literary analysis and we will examine opportunities for further reading and viewing.

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 1

Weekly Outline – Term 2, Week 1

Apr 14, 2020 | 2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Daily Lesson Outline, Reading

This week we begin our analysis of The Book Thief in Earnest. We explore the historical contexts of the novel, you will be introduced to some examples of literary analysis and we will examine opportunities for further reading and viewing.

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Magical Realism: Course Outline

Magical Realism: Course Outline

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This programme will explore way English can be used to extend our perception of reality and in doing so, to open our minds to what is right in front of us.

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Podcast: An Introduction to Magical Realism

Podcast: An Introduction to Magical Realism

Here are some posts on the Magical Realism site that are relevant to this podcast summary: Surrealism - explore the artistic genre of surrealism Annotate - an exemplar of the suggested annotation process

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2.1 Novel Study – Practise Paper

2.1 Novel Study – Practise Paper

2.1 Novel - The Book Thief, Examinations, Practise Papers, Reading

Completing practise papers is a core element of preparation for final exams. Write them in one session, under timed conditions (90 minutes) and by hand. If you scan or photograph your paper and upload it to your blog I will be notified and give feedback.

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