English is the Key Learning Area where students develop knowledge, skills and understandings about English language and literature. The students will be actively engaged in the development of skills through:

This term in English, Amaroo Blue will:

• read and view a variety of imaginative and persuasive texts. They will focus on books that are written by Mo Willems ‘Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus’ series, and persuasive books by other authors as well. 
• create imaginative and informative texts on familiar topics for known readers by planning, proofreading and editing their own writing.

This term in English, Amaroo Gold will continue to be engaged in reading and writing lessons and move towards greater independence in using high frequency words within independent writing. This will involve

• learning to write sentences- guided and independent
• learning to read and write ‘High Frequency Words’
• engaging in meaningful speaking and listening activities.