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Read between the lines
Neighbourhood

Reading is about more than words. Other clues also help us work out a text's meaning. We call this 'reading between the lines'.

In this spy mission, you will need to read between the lines to find the answer to a puzzling question. First, type in your name to receive a message from the Top Secret Agency.

Name:

To Secret Agent
Your task is to visit the neighbourhood of Tambo Waters and
find out the answer to this question:
Is Tambo Waters a great place for pets? You will need to explore the meanings behind information to
find out the truth.

Meet me at the rubbish bin for more details. Signed
Agent X, Top Secret Agency

Tambo waters
A great place for pets!

The sign is about:

Tambo Waters and water. Tambo Waters and children. Tambo Waters and pets.

A great place for pets!

This sign wants to suggest that:

Pets aren't allowed in Tambo Waters. People in Tambo Waters like pets. Tambo Waters has a great pet shop.

A great place for pets!

This sign suggests that: Everyone in Tambo Waters loves pets.

To decide whether or not you agree, you
need to explore the neighbourhood.

A great place for pets!

This sign suggests that: Everyone in Tambo Waters loves pets.

To decide whether or not you agree, you
need to explore the neighbourhood.

A great place for pets!

Explore every part of Tambo Waters.

Make sure you go down every street.

How to move:
Use the direction buttons or your arrow keys.

up down left right

Finish

Psst ... Agent yuik. Over here!

it's time to start work.

Remember this sign? I want you to find out how true it is.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

There are five signs around
Tambo Waters. Read each sign
carefully to discover what it is
really like for pets here.

Report back to me as you investigate.

Good luck, Agent !

Ride your bike to each location in the neighbourhood, and read the sign at each place. close

A great place for pets!

How to move:
Use the direction buttons or your arrow keys.

up down left right

Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Coming soon
Pet HospitalKeeping your
pets healthy

That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.

Question 1

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This shows a special hospital for:

Children Pets Wild animals

The red cross on a white background means:

Addition Medical help Danger

The sign shows the hospital will care for:

The neighbourhood's pets The pets on the sign People

The sign indicates:

The hospital is open now. The hospital has not been built yet. The hospital has been closed.

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

This sign suggests that the hospital will:

Not be good for pets Be good for pets Not make any difference

The main message is that this hospital is for:

keeping all pets healthy. keeping all pets sick. only looking after some pets.

If a pet hospital is being built in Tambo
Waters, that means:

Not many people have pets here. People here don't care about pets. There are a lot of pets here.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

A pet hospital is a good thing for pets.

I agree

I disagree

A pet hospital means there must be a lot of sick
pets in Tambo Waters.

I agree

I disagree

People who take a sick pet to a hospital must
care about their pet.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.

This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

Send report

Keep it up, Agent!

By reading between the lines, you're helping
to find out the real truth. Next

Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Save
native animals! Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife
Stop
the
killing!

That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.

Question 1

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

What needs to be saved?

Native animals Cats and dogs Pets

Native animals need to be saved from:

Other native animals Dogs and cats All pets

The possum in the picture looks:

Cute and harmless Fierce and dangerous Sleepy and lazy

This cat looks:

Cute and harmless Fierce and dangerous Sleepy and lazy

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The possum picture has been chosen:

To make us dislike possums To make us want to protect possums To make us ignore possums

The cat picture has been chosen:

To show cats as harmless To show cats as dangerous To show cats as neither good nor bad

The words 'Stop the killing!' are there:

To warn about a person To protect cats from being killed To get your attention

The poster suggests that:

Wild animals make good pets. Dogs and cats kill native animals. Native animals harm dogs and cats.

This poster aims to convince people to:

Have more cats and dogs Let pets run free Keep pets away from wildlife

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

Native animals should be protected from cats
and dogs.

I agree

I disagree

Cats and dogs should not be allowed outside.

I agree

I disagree

This poster has been put up by people who
don't like pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.

This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this poster supports your answer.

Excellent, Agent

Are there any more signs to investigate? Next

Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home. Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!

That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.

Question 1

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

'Happy Pets' is:

A dog's name The name of the business The name of the owner

How do the pets in the pictures look?

Badly treated Healthy and content Stressed and ill

The smiley face here is a symbol of:

Happiness A good joke A warm day

This business helps pet owners by:

Taking pets on holidays Looking after pets at home Caring for pets away from home

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

This business name suggests that:

Pets will be treated strictly. Pets will be treated well. Pets are not welcome.

The business uses the smiley face symbol:

To suggest they make pets happy Because people like this symbol To show they smile a lot

Why do you think there are no business
cards left in the box at the bottom of the ad?

No-one needs this service. There are no pet owners here. Many pet owners want this service.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

This business offers useful services to
pet owners.

I agree

I disagree

People here want their pets to be happy.

I agree

I disagree

This shows that people in Tambo Waters will
spend money to look after their pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.

This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

Send report

Well done, Agent

Keep up the good work! Next

Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

$5000 fine

That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.

Question 1

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This park sign is about:

Bike riding Walking Dogs

The red circle with a line through it is a symbol that means:

'Silence' 'Allowed' 'Not allowed'

The red sign over the dog means:

No small dogs allowed No dogs allowed Dogs allowed

The words '$5000 fine' mean:

Dogs that cost $5000 are allowed. The sign is worth $5000. Breaking the rule will cost $5000.

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The banning sign is red:

To get people's attention Because it is a nice colour For no special reason

Dogs might be banned here because the
park is used by:

Cats Children Office workers

The $5000 fine is:

A harsh punishment A mild warning A funny joke

The sign's message is:

Dogs can be silly. Dogs can be a problem. Dogs are sometimes welcome here.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

Parks are only for children to play in, not dogs.

I agree

I disagree

It is unfair to keep dogs out of the park.

I agree

I disagree

This sign means people here don't like dogs.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.

This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

Send report

Very good, Agent

Have you investigated all the signs? Next

Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.

That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.

Question 1

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This notice is here because:

A cat has been found. A cat has been stolen. A cat has been lost.

The cat looks:

Angry Comfortable Fast asleep

The people who found the cat think he is:

Nice Fierce Annoying

The notice asks the cat's owner to:

Give away their cat Find another cat Call to collect the cat

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The words 'Cat found!' are at the top to:

Get people's attention Fit on the page better Hide the problem

This photo shows the cat:

Is being treated well Is being treated badly Has been stolen by a boy

The people who found the cat:

Care about him Want to keep him Don't care about him

This notice means that the people who
found the cat really want to:

Find him a new home Return him to his owner Keep him

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

The people who found this cat are trying to
help his owner.

I agree

I disagree

If you find a lost pet, you should try to find
the owner.

I agree

I disagree

This notice shows that people in
Tambo Waters care about pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.

This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this notice supports your answer.

Send report

Good work, Agent

Are there any more signs to investigate? Next

Well done, Agent s. You've found out a lot about
Tambo Waters.

Now it's time to consider all the information and
decide what you think about the original
question.

Information you've collected:

SignWhat does it mean?Proof

Coming soon
Pet HospitalKeeping your
pets healthy

Save
native animals! Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife
Stop
the
killing!

Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home. Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!

$5000 fine

Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.

The community wants to
keep pets healthy.

People here care about
lost pets.

Dogs are not allowed in
the park.

Some think pets are a
danger to wildlife.

People want to keep
their pets happy when
they are away.

A great place for pets!

Notes Notes Notes Notes Notes

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

Yes

No

Not sure

Think about what most of the
information suggests.

Try again.

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Coming soon
Pet HospitalKeeping your
pets healthy

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This shows a special hospital for:

Pets

The red cross on a white background means:

Medical help

The sign shows the hospital will care for:

The neighbourhood's pets

The sign indicates:

The hospital has not been built yet.

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

This sign suggests that the hospital will:

Be good for pets

The main message is that this hospital is for:

keeping all pets healthy.

If a pet hospital is being built in Tambo
Waters, that means:

There are lot of pets here.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

A pet hospital is a good thing for pets.

I agree

I disagree

A pet hospital means there must be a lot of sick
pets in Tambo Waters.

I agree

I disagree

People who take a sick pet to a hospital must
care about their pet.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

hello

close

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This notice is here because:

A cat has been found.

The cat looks:

Comfortable

The people who found the cat think he is:

Nice

The notice asks the cat's owner to:

Call to collect the cat

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The words 'Cat found!' are at the top to:

Get people's attention

This photo shows the cat:

Is being treated well

The people who found the cat:

Care about him

This notice means that the people who
found the cat really want to:

Return him to his owner

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

The people who found this cat are trying to help
his owner.

I agree

I disagree

If you find a lost pet, you should try to find the
owner.

I agree

I disagree

This notice shows that people in Tambo
Waters care about pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this notice supports your answer.

hello

close

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

$5000 fine

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

This park sign is about:

Dogs

The red circle with a line through it is a symbol that means:

'Not allowed'

The red sign over the dog means:

No dogs allowed

The words '$5000 fine' mean:

Breaking the rule will cost $5000.

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The banning sign is red:

To get people's attention

Dogs might be banned here because the
park is used by:

Children

The $5000 fine is:

A harsh punishment

The sign's message is:

Dogs can be problem.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

Parks are only for children to play in, not dogs.

I agree

I disagree

It is unfair to keep dogs out of the park.

I agree

I disagree

This sign means people here don't like dogs.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

hello

close

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Save
native animals! Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife
Stop
the
killing!

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

What needs to be saved?

Native animals

Native animals need to be saved from:

Dogs and Cats

The possum in the picture looks:

Cute and harmless

This cat looks:

Fierce and dangerous

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

The possum picture has been chosen:

To make us want to protect possums

The cat picture has been chosen:

To show cats as dangerous

The words 'Stop the killing!' are there:

To get your attention

The poster suggests that:

Dogs and cats kill native animals.

This poster aims to convince people to:

Keep pets away from wildlife

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

Native animals should be protected from cats
and dogs.

I agree

I disagree

Cats and dogs should not be allowed outside.

I agree

I disagree

This poster has been put up by people who
don't like pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this poster supports your answer.

hello

close

Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?

Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home. Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!

What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).

'Happy Pets' is:

The name of the business

How do the pets in the pictures look?

Healthy and content

The smiley face here is a symbol of:

Happiness

This business helps pet owners by:

Looking after pets at home

What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.

This business name suggests that:

Pets will be treated well.

The business uses the smiley face symbol:

To suggest they make pets happy

Why do you think there are no business
cards left in the box at the bottom of the ad?

Many pets owner want this service.

What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.

This business offers useful services to
pet owners.

I agree

I disagree

People here want their pets to be happy.

I agree

I disagree

This shows that people in Tambo Waters will spend money to look after their pets.

I agree

I disagree

Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.

Explain how this sign supports your answer.

hello

Congratulations! You've read between
the lines to work out the real meaning
behind the information.

Think about the three ways you read
each sign to work out its meaning.

1 What can I see? Focus on the literal meaning
(what the sign says or shows).
2 What does it mean? Interpret the purpose
and meaning behind the words and pictures.
3 What do I think? Apply your opinion to this information.
What I have learnt about 'reading between the
lines':

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