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English / Year 3 / Literature / Creating literature

Curriculum content descriptions

Create texts that adapt language features and patterns encountered in literary texts, for example characterisation, rhyme, rhythm, mood, music, sound effects and dialogue (ACELT1791)

Elaborations
  • creating visual and multimodal texts based on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander or Asian literature, applying one or more visual elements to convey the intent of the original text
  • creating multimodal texts that combine visual images, sound effects, music and voice overs to convey settings and events in a fantasy world
General capabilities
  • Literacy Literacy
  • Critical and creative thinking Critical and creative thinking
ScOT terms

Creating texts,  Imaginative texts

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