Do you think reading is BORING? Does the utter THOUGHT of sitting down to read send shivers up your spine?
You obviously haven't tried to fight off the evil powers of Lord Voldemort, or watched as Violet, Klaus and Sunny Baudelaire managed to escape from yet another Unfortunate Event.
Let yourself be taken away with the magic of your own imagination. Plunge to the depths of the darkest dungeons, or soar above the clouds on the most magical of all creatures!
The links below will help you discover more about your favourite characters and let you talk to other kids about how brave or horrible they really are!
There are also some great links for school projects and ideas on how to write your very OWN story!
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Looking for a good book?
This site is about books and ideas. It is written for intelligent young readers who are keen to choose their own books. Adults can join in too. |
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Lemony Snicket - A Series of Unfortunate Events
Make sure you REALLY want to visit this site and only because you so DESPERATELY want to find out more about the shady characters and horrible things that happen. You will have to fight the warnings to get through - don't give up! ...If I were you, I would immediately turn your computer off rather than view any of the dreadful images, read any of the wretched information, play any of the unnerving games or examine the unpleasant books presented within this website... |
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Talk it Up - Junior Journalist Project
The Talk It Up site contains a lot of information, activities, ideas and other people's stories about their journey through adolescence. Some of those activities may have interested you enough to develop further. Or an idea has been triggered that you want to investigate.
So, why not become a Junior Journalist? Go out and talk to people in your community about a topic like communicating, drugs, media stereotyping, body image and self-esteem. Ask probing questions, get the answers on record (audio, video, notes) and then edit, organise and publish your discoveries in writing, sound, images or all of these.
This online project is managed by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. For years 8-12. |
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Harry Potter
Visit the magical world of Harry Potter! As the release of the sixth enigmatic book in this bestselling series draws near, keep an eye on what Harry, Ron and Hermoine are up to, and make sure you catch up on your Muggle news!
Harry Potter & the Half-Blood Prince takes up the story of Harry Potter's sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry when Voldemort's power and followers are increasing day by day, in the midst of the battle between good and evil. |
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The Playground
Welcome to 'The Playground', the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's gateway to the internet for children. The site has been designed to provide an entertaining environment for children and grown-ups to explore. It incorporates a range of well known characters and programs from ABC Television as well as fun activities and games for children of all ages. |
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Deltora Quest
Now in its third series, Deltora Quest has taken the world by storm! When the seven gems of the magic Belt of Deltora were stolen, the evil Shadow Lord invaded the kingdom and enslaved its people. Determined to rid their land of the tyrant, Lief, Barda and Jasmine - companions with nothing in common but their hatred of the enemy - are on a perilous quest to find the lost gems which are hidden in fearsome places throughout the kingdom. |
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Authors & Illustrators
Here you will find information about authors and illustrators of children's and young adult literature and links to those that have their own homepages. Preference is given to Australians but notable international authors and illustrators are progressively being added. |
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Tales of the Dark Forest
According to legend, the Dark Forest was not always dark. Long ago, the Kings of the Forests ruled a rich and fertile land from their high throne in the great City of Dun Indewood. Their proserpous and peaceful realm was defended by brave and honourable Knyghts and you couldn't throw a rock without hitting a beautiful maiden, a sturdy forester or a rosy, apple cheeked farmer. It was a Golden Age. But over the years, the Knyghts and Lords of the City grew greedy, idle and dishonest, and fell to quarrelling among themselves. The line of the Kings died out. The creatures of the Forest became wild and dangerous until only a few hardy souls dared to brave its perils. With no-one to tame it, the Forest became home to truly dreadful things... |
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Book Clubs & Reading Guides
Thinking about Starting a Book Club? Trying to find new ideas for your Club? Wondering what the heck a Book Club is?! Never fear, Teenreads has all the answers to your Book Club questions, and some guides to help you lead a good discussion with your friends. Book Clubs are easy to start and lot of fun, so if you love books, this is for you! |
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Roald Dahl
If you haven't read anything by Roald Dahl, you've missed out on perhaps one of the most magical authors of our time. The creator of such memorable characters such as Willy Wonka, Danny the Champion of the World and the BFG, has entertained children for generations with his ageless tales of triumph, treachery and fortune. Get the latest news on film-tie ins, get a closer look at your favourite characters and discover more about the life and mind of this beloved story-teller. |
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CBC Literature Discussion Group
Share your interest in children's literature and keep in touch with quality fiction for children and young adults by joining this recently established discussion group. |
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Rowan of Rin
Published over a period of 10 years, Emily Rodda's widely acclaimed series is established as a firm favourite in the fantasy genre. Each book is a complete story with a classic quest storyline which has a series of riddling mysteries to be solved by the unlikely hero, Rowan.
To the sturdy villagers of Rin, the boy Rowan is a timid weakling - the most disappointing child ever. Yet incredibly, it is his help they need when the stream that flows from the top of the Mountain dries up. Without its water, their precious bukshah herd will die, and Rin will be doomed... |
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MyRead
Strategies for teaching reading in the middle years - Incorporates strategies for teaching and learning that acknowledge the diversity of students, the value of monitoring and assessment to inform teaching, and the importance of teaching reading by teachers from all curriculum areas and the professionalism of teachers. |
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Fostering Reading
The aim of this page is to provide a useful collection of resources for teachers to support classroom learning and activities connected with reading in primary and lower secondary classes from the evaluated resources in the searchable EdNA Online database. Some resources relate to Children's Book Week. |
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