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Title:
| Author Study: Mem Fox |
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Description:
| These websites are about author Mem Fox and her books. Explore the author's website to find out more about her background. Read reviews of her books and complete activities. Includes links to eThemes on the book "Koala Lou," the continent Australia, the continent Africa, and African culture and history. |
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Grade Level:
| 1, 2, 3 |
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Resource Links:
| Mem Fox
Learn all about the author and her books. You can hear her read excerpts from several of her books. NOTE: The website includes a guestbook.
Scholastic: Profiles: Mem Fox
Read this short biography of Mem Fox. Includes a list of her books.
Author at a Glance
Read this letter from Mem Fox to her readers. Find out more about how she grew up and how she became a writer.
Children's Literature
This website includes reviews of many of Fox's books.
Mem Fox Letters
Read these letters written to the author by elementary students.
Mem Fox Book Review Form
Print out this form and write about the Mem Fox books you have read.
Wombat Divine
Find out about this Christmas book written by Mem Fox.
Hattie and the Fox
Read a short review of the book written by Mem Fox.
eThemes Resource: Literature: "Koala Lou" by Mem Fox
These sites have suggested activities for the book "Koala Lou" and biographies on author Mem Fox. Includes an audio file of the author reading the book aloud. There are also links to eThemes Resources on koala bears, Australia, and the Olympics.
eThemes Resource: Continent: Australia
These sites have information about Australia, including its animals, geography, climate, and history. Includes photographs, maps, quizzes, and games, plus a virtual tour of the Sydney Opera House and a live Webcam that you can control. Also includes a link to eThemes Resources on koalas and the Olympics.
eThemes Resource: Continent: Africa
Learn about the geography and culture of Africa and African countries. Includes information on popular national parks and wildlife reserves. eThemes Resources on grassland habitats and East African culture are linked.
eThemes Resource: Africa: History and Culture
These sites are about the history and culture of early Africa. Learn about the different tribes and their lifestyles. Includes timelines, maps, activities, and photographs, plus eThemes Resources on Adinkra Cloths of Africa and East African Culture and Language.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.5, 2
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