Exploring narrative, character and language across connected texts: Andrea Rowe author study

Years 1 and 2; English; Health and Physical Education

Unit writer: Ingrid Gilholme | Download the unit below

In this author study, students will explore three connected stories by Andrea Rowe: Jetty Jumping, Sunday Skating, and Castle Crashing. Each story follows the same group of friends as they face personal challenges and try new experiences, highlighting themes of courage, friendship, and resilience.

The provided lesson sequence has been detailed using Jetty Jumping to show how each lesson can be planned and delivered. The same sequence will then apply to Sunday Skating and Castle Crashing, with the focus adjusted to the main character, their personal challenge, and the events in each story. This approach ensures consistency in skill development while allowing students to explore new characters, settings, perspectives, and descriptive language across the three connected books.