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Although produced for the
2001 Children's Book Week theme: 2001: A Book Odyssey,
the following ideas from journals and websites are still available
to support a Journeys theme.
Vol 12, Issue 2, May 2001
p 21-31
The May issue of The Literature Base contains an engaging
approach to Journeys, developed for 2001: A Book Odyssey:
- The Odyssey and Other Journeys - provides
a list of retellings of the original myth, suitable for
a range of ages and abilities plus a recent example of a
life odyssey, an Aboriginal odyssey and a novel by Ken Catran.
Included is a great display idea with instructions and a
template for a Greek Boat.
A subscription to The
Literature Base is worthwhile for school
libraries. It is always full of relevant and practical ideas
for incorporating literature into the curriculum.
Produced by the Children's
Book Council of Australia (WA Branch)
The Handbook Update provides four perspectives to the
theme, 2001: A Book Odyssey suitable for students from
Early Childhood to Early Adolescence:
- Journeys in Mythology begins with
a clear explanation of the origins of the term odyssey and
a summary of the story of Odysseus' journey. The accompanying
activities are based on the stories of The Iliad,
The Odyssey, the adventures of other Greek heroes,
as well as King Arthur and mythological heroes from other
cultures.
- Journeys in Literature includes an
exploration of time-slip novels, fantasy quests and other
journey stories such as animal journeys or journeys undertaken
by people especially as a result of war.
- Journeys of Discovery introduces students
to some of the world's great explorers such as David Livingstone,
Captain Cook, Columbus and the American astronauts Armstrong,
Collins and Aldrin.
- Journeys to Australia includes a challenging
research task for older students and activities based on
reading fiction and nonfiction about the migrant experience.
This is a practical resource, full of
stimulating ideas to engage and challenge students exploring
the concept of Journeys.
A copy of this resource will be available in many school libraries.
Jenny Stubbs of the Ipswich District
Teacher-Librarian Network, Qld developed an interesting site
to support teachers and teacher librarians planning Journey
learning activities for their students during Children's Book
Week 2001. It includes:
- An excellent Odyssey hotlist which includes
webquests, games, maps and related sites
- Information about the elements of myths and
legends
- A story map for The Odyssey
- Display ideas
- An online jisaw puzzle for young students
Anne McLellan of the Technology Training
Co-operative, a collegial support network of teachers in the
Port Macquarie District, NSW, has created an online worksheet
with interesting links for students and teachers. It is best
suited for students in Middle Childhood to Early Adolescence.
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