The Bunyip of Berkeleys Creek
Discussing peer grouping
This activity is linked to the National Profiles, Level 1, English.
Materials:
The Bunyip of Berkeleys Creek
Follow on material about peer group and bullying
Read the Bunyip of Berkeley's Creek and discuss the following issues:
- Where did the bunyip come from?
- How did he feel when the other animals thought he was ugly?
- Why didnt the human believe in him?
- Why was he so happy when the other bunyip appeared?
Extension
Lead discussion on topics such as self-image, peer groups, friendship and bullying.
National Profiles, Level 1, English
Speaking and listening, Reading and Viewing
A student:
- Listens to and talks with students and other adults in classroom activities
- Asks and replies to questions, participates in group discussions
- Uses knowledge of spoken language in conversations, daily routines and getting information
- Stays on general topic when talking
- Ask questions to get more information and make ideas clear
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