The Literacy in Events series has been written and designed to assist students in Years 7–10 advance their literacy skills and vocabularies. Each unit covers an event that is of interest and significance to teenagers and young adults. The units introduce lists of words commonly used in these scenarios, and the activities allow the students to practise using these words and any associated language, while reinforcing basic spelling and grammar skills.

Use the Instant Lessons to supplement your existing resources, to extend student capabilities, for revision purposes, or for class work when a regular teacher is absent.

Events include

• Applying for a job
• The birth of a baby
• Building a house
• Camping
• Debate
• A driving test
• A family reunion
• An Aussie Rules football final
• Jury duty
• A photo shoot
• School sports day
• Signing a mobile phone contract