Celebrations and Events Readers
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This series represents a new phonics program with extensive teacher resources for extended phonics classroom implementation. These readers cover events of cultural significance here in Australia and for our Asian neighbours. These books can be used as take home readers, and as guided readers in the Literacy Block (AM lessons for phonics and literacy).
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5 Complete Packs of the Celebrations and Events Set 1 (Books 1-20) + 2 Teacher Guides
Regular Price: $1,094.90
Special Price: $930.66
5 Complete Sets of the Celebrations and Events Set 1, plus one copy of each of the two related Teacher Guides.
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5 Complete Packs of the Celebrations and Events Set 1 (Books 1-20)
Regular Price: $995.00
Special Price: $845.75
5 Complete Sets of the Celebrations and Events Set 1.
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Celebrations and Events Set 1 Teacher Guide Bundle (Books 1-20) + 2 Teacher Guides
Regular Price: $298.90
Special Price: $248.95
The entire Celebrations and Events Set 1 - covering books 1-20 of the Celebrations and Events Series - plus 2 Teachers' Resource Guides.
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Celebrations and Events Set 1 Value Pack (Books 1-20)
Regular Price: $199.00
Special Price: $179.10
Full set of all 20 readers in the Celebrations and Events Set 1. Learn More -
Celebrations and Events Set 1 Readers 1-10 Teacher Resource
$49.95Activities related to the first 10 readers in Celebrations and Events Set 1. With a phonics and literacy focus, these activities will help teachers make the best use of the Celebrations and Events series of readers in their classroom. Learn More -
Celebrations and Events Set 1 Readers 11-20 Teacher Resource
$49.95Activities related to readers 11-20 in Celebrations and Events Set 1. With a phonics and literacy focus, these activities will help teachers make the best use of the Celebrations and Events series of readers in their classroom. Learn More -
Gamelan
$9.95Gamelan introduces students to the unique instruments played in Gamelan - the traditional Indonesian orchestra. Learn More -
Wayang
$9.95Wayang introduces students to the basic elements of shadow puppetry using Indonesian traditional puppets as examples. Students are also given examples of how they can make shadow puppets with their hands. Learn More -
Chinese New Year
$9.95Chinese New Year is a simple informational text that introduces students to the significant symbols of Chinese New Year such as the knots and the lanterns. Learn More -
Show Day
$9.95Show Day is an informational text that recounts all the excitement of a country agricultural show! Learn More -
Easter
$9.95Easter is an informational text that describes the Christian religious celebration devoted to celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Students will read about Easter symbols and traditions such as the cross, painted eggs and Easter hats. Learn More -
Christmas
$9.95Christmas is an informational text that describes the Christian religious holiday devoted to celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Going to church, nativity scenes that tell the story of Christmas and children caroling are all illustrated. Learn More -
Australia Day
$9.95Australia Day is an informational text that introduces students to this national day. Beginning with the theme of togetherness, the text highlights the typical ways Australians celebrate the day, from going to the beach or park, to having a barbeque and watching the fireworks. Learn More -
My Show Day
$9.95My Show Day is an informational text that recounts a day a regional agricultural show. Highlights such as looking at the livestock, sideshow games and sweet treats such as fairyfloss are featured. Written as a letter from a child to his parents, the text builds cumulatively to reveal who he is at the show with. Learn More -
New Year's Eve
$9.95New Year’s Eve is an informational text that describes some of the typical events of New Year’s Eve in Australia. Told within the familiar context of a child’s party at home, the text builds to the traditional countdown that ushers in the New Year. Learn More -
Melbourne Cup Day
$9.95Melbourne Cup Day is an informational text that recounts a day at the races. Experiences such as looking at the horses in the parade ring, pony rides and face painting are featured. Written as a letter from a child to her parents, the text builds cumulatively to reveal who she is at the races with. Learn More -
Welcome to Country
$9.95Welcome to Country is an informational text that introduces students to the significant elements of a Welcome to Country ceremony. Four events where a Welcome to Country ceremony would be conducted are mentioned. Learn More -
Our Holi
$9.95Our Holi is an informational text that describes the religious holiday celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and some Jains. Also known as the Festival of Colours, Holi is a time to welcome in spring and have gratitude for all the blessings in life. Learn More -
Our Diwali
$9.95Our Diwali is an informational text that describes the religious holiday celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains. Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a time of happiness where families celebrate by giving gifts, buying new clothes and playing games. Learn More -
ANZAC Day
$9.95ANZAC Day is an informational text that introduces students to this national day of remembrance. ANZAC Day is framed within the developmentally appropriate notion of love for family and friends. Important symbols of the day including rosemary and poppies and the tradition of remembering those we love at the cenotaph are included. Learn More -
Dragon Boat Festival
$9.95Dragon Boat Festival is an informational text that recounts watching the traditional Dragon Boat race during this famous Chinese festival. With colourful illustrations that evoke the excitement and movement of the race, Dragon Boat Festival will capture and sustain the interest of the young reader. Learn More -
Eid al Fitr
$9.95Eid al Fitr is an informational text that describes the Muslim religious holiday celebrated after the fasting period of Ramadan. Prayer at the mosque, feasting and gift-giving are highlighted in this text which acts as an introduction to this celebratory time. Learn More -
Vesak
$9.95Vesak is an informational text that describes this religious holiday devoted to commemorating Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death. Prayer at the temple, giving (alms) to monks and the significance of the lotus flower are all highlighted in this text, which acts as an introduction to the religious holiday. Learn More -
Songkran
$9.95Songkran is an informational text that describes one of Thailand’s most famous festivals that marks the beginning of the Thai new year. The text highlights traditional activities such as spraying water on family and friends, gift giving and taking sand to the temples. Learn More -
Matsuri
$9.95Matsuri is an informational text that describes one of the most popular/famous events in the Japanese festival - the Gion Matsuri parade. Matsuri illustrates the floats being made in the streets, the colourful lanterns and women in traditional costumes. Learn More -
Lantern Festival
$9.95Lantern Festival is an informational text that introduces students to the Lantern Festival that is held after Chinese New Year. Lanterns in many shapes and sizes, dancers on stilts and drummers all contribute to making the Lantern Festival colourful and exciting. Learn More
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