Education

Trapped! is a true story by Julia Lawrinson, told entirely in verse and through the eyes of the trapped miner’s son, Joe. In this activity based on the book, students will discuss their practical wants and needs if they were in an emergency situation.

Introduce the legacy of Phar Lap into your classroom with Mark Greenwood’s The Wonder Horse, then research other famous animals who deserve a place in the Animal Hall of Fame.

Students can put their geography skills to the test and track the Hope Diamond’s journey around the world. Bonus activity: research other famous gems and create your own trading cards!