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Author of Snakes Awake
Childrens Picture Story Book
I love our bushwalks.
If I’m lucky, I get to see snakes.
And they’re amazing.
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Pip explores the outdoors with her mum, hoping to spot her favourite creature – a sensational snake.
Join her to discover the beauty and excitement of these remarkable reptiles, and learn how to stay safe in the Australian bush.
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This story is essential for everyone who lives side by side with these wild creatures across Australia and the world. Through it's clever storytelling it provides it's readers and listeners (and Bush Kindy leaders) with a manual for getting outdoors safely and with awe in our Australian outdoor environments.
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With notes for educators and teachers available from publisher Ford Street, this book is ready to use for this summer.
"A must have instructional book for all educators!"
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Jarrod is also a vibrant and exciting guest speaker to book for your classroom, library or club. Online or in person!
Jarrod PaineÂ
Writer
Jarrod Paine is an author, teacher, and licensed snake catcher, from north east Victoria. Writing for him is a passion allowing his energy and enthusiasm for education to bubble onto the page, transporting readers of all ages into the world of adventure, wildlife and mindfulness.
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When not writing Jarrod can be found adventuring in the mountains with his family.
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As a published author of textbooks, curriculum and setup guides, an expert in curriculum and its design as well as expert teacher (24 years) and outdoor adventurer Jarrod brings some exciting approaches to his writing. Ofcourse that may just be because he can equally be engaging an audience with stories of skiing off the side of a remote mountain, working as a licensed Snake Catcher or calming your thoughts with meditation. You get the full package with Jarrod in whatever way you engage his services.
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​Jarrod has a passion for education - be it through his writing or through his work with students extending their learning.
Author
Children's Picture Story Books
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Jarrod brings a passion for nature and conservation to his stories and takes readers on a learning adventure with every story.
His first published story, "Snake's Awake" is due to be released by Ford Street Publishing in 2022 (www.fordstreetpublishing.com.au).
More details to come.
Wild Things BushPlay Setup GuideÂ
(written by Jarrod Paine, published by Playgroup Vic)
Expert Guidance
With 17 years of education outdoor experience, across secondary, primary, tertiary and early years, Jarrod has the capabilities and expertise to take your educational program to the next level; the outdoors. At BushPlay Project, we combine our insights and skills to transform your processes and strategies, and in turn, your organisations approach to education outdoors. We’re proud to help shape and improve how children are connecting with nature and facilitate the growth of your BushPlay program.
Educational Consultant
Expert guidance
As an established and expert educator and published author, Jarrod brings a very deep bag of knowledge and experience to assist both teachers and schools with their educational planning and delivery (from K-12) and also with students to extend their learning (via assessment of their work).
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Jarrod has produced and delivered learning materials and professional development training for Outdoors Victoria, ACHPER Victoria and Playgroup Victoria,
Join JP for an adventure
