Literature Based Unit: Bilby
When implementing this Literature Based Unit, we suggest reading at least three books. Activities are optional, feel free to choose whichever activities best suit your family.
We have endeavoured to select books that are likely to be accessible via your local libraries.
When using your local library don’t forget inter-library loans, we don’t want you to go into debt. We are not assuming you will read all of these books.
We estimate it will take 2-3 weeks to read through this LBU and enjoy the activities of your choice.
Create your own personalised list by opening your book choice and simply clicking the wishlist button to add to your list.
Wattle Gum Education: Literature Based Unit Bilby pdf
A Home for Bilby – Joanne Crawford
Baby Bilby and the Wildcat – Lyndall Stavrou
Baby Bilby, Where Do You Sleep? – Narelle Oliver
Bill Baillie : The Life and Adventures of a Pet Bilby – Rowan Ellis
Walpajirri: The Legend of an Easter Bilby – M E Skeel
Themes to Cover
- Bilby Habitats
- Bilby Behaviour
Geography Activity
- In what areas might you find bilbies? Draw or trace a map of Australia, then shade to indicate where bilbies live.
Research Questions
- Research about why bilbies are endangered
- What size are bilbies?
- What time are you more likely to see a bilby?
- How fast are bilbies?
- What do bilbies eat?
- How long is the bilby female gestation period?
Language Arts Activities
- Write a description of a bilby.
- Write down 5 adjectives to describe a bilby. Then weave these words into a poem.
- Research bilbies then write a story using your new knowledge. Either in creative form or non-fiction narrative (living book style).
- Create a dictionary of words related to bilbies, include brief explanations for your words.
Art/Craft Activities
Enjoy creating some of the following ideas.