“Silent Sentinel” Teacher Resources

Silent Sentinel, the story of a redgum, touches on many themes and questions within the Australian curriculum. As both author and illustrator, I hope that both the text and the images will provoke questions, and be used as a springboard to further discussion on such topics as aboriginal studies, local history, endangered animals, sustainability, community and change.

On this page you will find a number of free resources which may be helpful. I hope to add to this page in the future and would welcome any suggestions.

School Visits

Please send me an email if you would like me to visit a school (preferably within a 2 hour radius of the Northern suburbs of Melbourne.)

I am a recently retired primary school teacher, with many years of experience as a classroom teacher across all year levels, and as a visual arts specialist. I can tailor a talk to suit your needs, whether it be addressing a particular age group or focussing on a specific topic.

Click on the above picture to read the book on your screen.

Note: While the author is happy for you to enjoy this digital version of “Silent Sentinel”, it is primarily intended to make it easier for schools who already own at least one copy of the book to use it more effectively in the classroom. If you have enjoyed this video and have not yet got your own copy of the book, it can be purchased from this website.