Year 7 News

Year 7 English Learning Experience

Stories from my street

In our first unit of Term 1 as Year 7s, we focused on analyzing and creating personal narratives. We explored Shaun Tan’s Tales from the Outer Suburbia, a collection that blends surreal elements with real-world themes, making the stories both thought-provoking and visually captivating. Through this, we examined how Tan uses various textual features, such as imagery, symbolism, and structure, to connect with readers and convey experiences that resonate on a human level.

Students applied these insights to craft their own personal narratives, focusing on creating engaging stories that explored personal themes with universal appeal. Library visits played an important role in this process, offering inspiration from a range of authors and books, helping us expand our creative horizons.

Roma Gill

Year 7 PLC Leader