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Why We Still Study Australian Bush Poetry in High School English: Roots, Relevance, and Classroom Connections
Australian poetry is more than words on a page—it’s a reflection of who we are, where we’ve come from, and the values that shape our national identity. Few forms capture this better than bush poetry, with iconic works like The Man from Snowy River (Banjo Paterson), The Man from Ironbark (Banjo Paterson), My Country (Dorothea Mackellar), Up the Country (Henry Lawson), and Bell-Birds (Henry Kendall). These poems were written during a formative period in Australian history, when
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Australian Poetry Analysis Resources for High School English :)
My Australian Poetry Analysis Resources are easy-to-follow, print-and-go poetry comprehension worksheets on well-known Aussie poets. Make poetry analysis easy for students as they complete comprehension questions, examine language techniques, and complete engaging extension tasks. These poetry worksheets include heaps of valuable learning activities to engage students as they understand and analyse Australian poetry.
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