Teach The Magnificent 12 in the classroom!
With so many diverse members in The Magnificent Twelve team, there's a character everyone can relate to and learn from. Whether Mack and his team are traveling to historical locations, fighting terrible evil, or discovering what it means to be a hero, The Magnificent 12 offers plenty of opportunities for lessons and discussions. In this section find essay questions, discussion questions, and material on the fascinating locales in the books.
Lesson Starter #2: Vocabulary quiz
Australians may speak English, but also they have plenty of unique lingo. Use the list below to create a vocab quiz to give your class for extra credit!
| Aussie Lingo | What it Means |
|---|---|
| Barbie | Barbecue grill |
| Clobber | Clothes |
| Cozzie | Swimsuit |
| Fairy Floss | Cotton candy |
| Give it a burl! | Give it a try! |
| Mozzie | Mosquito |
| Ripper | Terrific |
| Joey | Baby kangaroo |
| Lollies | Candy |
| Brekkie | Breakfast |
| G'day! | Hello! |
| Mate | Friend |
| No worries | No problem |
