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Read between the lines
Neighbourhood
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To Secret Agent
Your task is to visit the neighbourhood of Tambo Waters and
find out the answer to this question:
Is Tambo Waters a great place for pets?
You will need to explore the meanings behind information to
find out the truth.

Meet me at the rubbish bin for more details.
Signed
Agent X, Top Secret Agency
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Psst ... Agent s! Over here!

Your job is to work out whether Tambo Waters
really is a great place for pets.

You'll need to find information around the town to
decide if this sign is true.
Tambo waters
A great place for pets!
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Let's use this sign to practise.
First, read exactly what the sign
says.

This is called the literal meaning.
A great place for pets!
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Then think about what the
purpose of this sign might be.

Look at all the information to
interpret the meaning.
A great place for pets!
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Finally, ask yourself what you think about the information.

Apply your own opinions to decide whether or not you agree with what you read.
This sign suggests that: Everyone in Tambo Waters loves pets.

To decide whether or not you agree, you
need to explore the neighbourhood.
A great place for pets!
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It's important to think about
these ideas on your mission.

Now it's time to investigate
Tambo Waters.
This sign suggests that: Everyone in Tambo Waters loves pets.

To decide whether or not you agree, you
need to explore the neighbourhood.
A great place for pets!
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Explore every part of Tambo Waters.

Make sure you go down every street.
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Explore every part of Tambo Waters.

Make sure you go down every street.
How to move:
Use the direction buttons or your arrow keys.
Finish
Psst ... Agent yuik. Over here!

it's time to start work.
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Tambo
Waters
A great place
for pets!
Remember this sign? I want you to find out how true it is.

Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
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Tambo
Waters
A great place
for pets!
There are five signs around
Tambo Waters. Read each sign
carefully to discover what it is
really like for pets here.

Report back to me as you investigate.

Good luck, Agent !
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Tambo
Waters
A great place
for pets!
Ride your bike to each location in the neighbourhood, and read the sign at each place. close
A great place for pets!
How to move:
Use the direction buttons or your arrow keys.
Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Coming soon
Pet Hospital
Keeping your
pets healthy
That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.
Question 1
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
This shows a special hospital for: - Select -
The red cross on a white background means: - Select -
The sign shows the hospital will care for: - Select -
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Question 2
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
This sign suggests that the hospital will: - Select -
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Question 3
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
A pet hospital is a good thing for pets.
I agree
I disagree
A pet hospital means there must be a lot of sick
pets in Tambo Waters.
I agree
I disagree
People who take a sick pet to a hospital must
care about their pet.
I agree
I disagree
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Question 4
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
Send report
Keep it up, Agent!

By reading between the lines, you're helping
to find out the real truth.
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Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Save
native animals!
Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife

Stop
the
killing!
That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.
Question 1
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
What needs to be saved? - Select -
Native animals need to be saved from: - Select -
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Question 3
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
Native animals should be protected from cats
and dogs.
I agree
I disagree
Cats and dogs should not be allowed outside.
I agree
I disagree
This poster has been put up by people who
don't like pets.
I agree
I disagree
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Question 4
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this poster supports your answer.
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Send report
Excellent, Agent

Are there any more signs to investigate?
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Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding
When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home.
Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!
That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.
Question 1
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
How do the pets in the pictures look? - Select -
The smiley face here is a symbol of: - Select -
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Question 2
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
Why do you think there are no business
cards left in the box at the bottom of the ad?
- Select -
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Question 3
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
This business offers useful services to
pet owners.
I agree
I disagree
People here want their pets to be happy.
I agree
I disagree
This shows that people in Tambo Waters will
spend money to look after their pets.
I agree
I disagree
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Question 4
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
Send report
Well done, Agent

Keep up the good work!
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Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
$5000 fine
That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.
Question 1
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
This park sign is about: - Select -
The red circle with a line through it is a symbol that means: - Select -
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Question 2
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
Dogs might be banned here because the
park is used by:
- Select -
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Question 3
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
Parks are only for children to play in, not dogs.
I agree
I disagree
It is unfair to keep dogs out of the park.
I agree
I disagree
This sign means people here don't like dogs.
I agree
I disagree
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Question 4
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
Send report
Very good, Agent

Have you investigated all the signs?
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Look carefully at the sign to answer the questions.
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.
That's right.

Building a pet hospital shows
that people here care for their
pets.
Question 1
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
The people who found the cat think he is: - Select -
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Question 2
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
The words 'Cat found!' are at the top to: - Select -
This notice means that the people who
found the cat really want to:
- Select -
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Question 3
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
The people who found this cat are trying to
help his owner.
I agree
I disagree
If you find a lost pet, you should try to find
the owner.
I agree
I disagree
This notice shows that people in
Tambo Waters care about pets.
I agree
I disagree
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Question 4
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this notice supports your answer.
Send report
Good work, Agent

Are there any more signs to investigate?
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Well done, Agent s. You've found out a lot about
Tambo Waters.

Now it's time to consider all the information and
decide what you think about the original
question.
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Tambo
Waters
A great place
for pets!
Information you've collected:
SignWhat does it mean?Proof
Coming soon
Pet Hospital
Keeping your
pets healthy
Save
native animals!
Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife

Stop
the
killing!
Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding
When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home.
Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!
$5000 fine
Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.
The community wants to
keep pets healthy.
People here care about
lost pets.
Dogs are not allowed in
the park.
Some think pets are a
danger to wildlife.
People want to keep
their pets happy when
they are away.
A great place for pets!
Notes Notes Notes Notes Notes
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?

Yes

No

Not sure
Think about what most of the
information suggests.

Try again.
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Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Coming soon
Pet Hospital
Keeping your
pets healthy
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
This shows a special hospital for:
Pets
The red cross on a white background means:
Medical help
The sign shows the hospital will care for:
The neighbourhood's pets
The sign indicates:
The hospital has not been built yet.
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
This sign suggests that the hospital will:
Be good for pets
The main message is that this hospital is for:
keeping all pets healthy.
If a pet hospital is being built in Tambo
Waters, that means:
There are lot of pets here.
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
A pet hospital is a good thing for pets.
I agree
I disagree
A pet hospital means there must be a lot of sick
pets in Tambo Waters.
I agree
I disagree
People who take a sick pet to a hospital must
care about their pet.
I agree
I disagree
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
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Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Cat found! Is this your lovely cat? Owner, please phone
1234 5678 to collect.
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
This notice is here because:
A cat has been found.
The cat looks:
Comfortable
The people who found the cat think he is:
Nice
The notice asks the cat's owner to:
Call to collect the cat
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
The words 'Cat found!' are at the top to:
Get people's attention
This photo shows the cat:
Is being treated well
The people who found the cat:
Care about him
This notice means that the people who
found the cat really want to:
Return him to his owner
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
The people who found this cat are trying to help
his owner.
I agree
I disagree
If you find a lost pet, you should try to find the
owner.
I agree
I disagree
This notice shows that people in Tambo
Waters care about pets.
I agree
I disagree
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this notice supports your answer.
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Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
$5000 fine
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
This park sign is about:
Dogs
The red circle with a line through it is a symbol that means:
'Not allowed'
The red sign over the dog means:
No dogs allowed
The words '$5000 fine' mean:
Breaking the rule will cost $5000.
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
The banning sign is red:
To get people's attention
Dogs might be banned here because the
park is used by:
Children
The $5000 fine is:
A harsh punishment
The sign's message is:
Dogs can be problem.
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
Parks are only for children to play in, not dogs.
I agree
I disagree
It is unfair to keep dogs out of the park.
I agree
I disagree
This sign means people here don't like dogs.
I agree
I disagree
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
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Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Save
native animals!
Dogs and cats
harm native wildlife

Stop
the
killing!
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
What needs to be saved?
Native animals
Native animals need to be saved from:
Dogs and Cats
The possum in the picture looks:
Cute and harmless
This cat looks:
Fierce and dangerous
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
The possum picture has been chosen:
To make us want to protect possums
The cat picture has been chosen:
To show cats as dangerous
The words 'Stop the killing!' are there:
To get your attention
The poster suggests that:
Dogs and cats kill native animals.
This poster aims to convince people to:
Keep pets away from wildlife
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
Native animals should be protected from cats
and dogs.
I agree
I disagree
Cats and dogs should not be allowed outside.
I agree
I disagree
This poster has been put up by people who
don't like pets.
I agree
I disagree
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this poster supports your answer.
close
Is Tambo Waters a great
place for pets?
Happy Pets Pet minding
Dog walking
Feeding
When you're
away, we
care for your
pets in your
own home.
Phone
9876 5432
or take a
business
card!
What can you see?
Focus on the literal meaning (what the sign
says or shows).
'Happy Pets' is:
The name of the business
How do the pets in the pictures look?
Healthy and content
The smiley face here is a symbol of:
Happiness
This business helps pet owners by:
Looking after pets at home
What does it mean?
Interpret the purpose and the meaning behind the words and pictures.
This business name suggests that:
Pets will be treated well.
The business uses the smiley face symbol:
To suggest they make pets happy
Why do you think there are no business
cards left in the box at the bottom of the ad?
Many pets owner want this service.
What do you think about this?
Apply your opinion to the information.
This business offers useful services to
pet owners.
I agree
I disagree
People here want their pets to be happy.
I agree
I disagree
This shows that people in Tambo Waters will spend money to look after their pets.
I agree
I disagree
Now that you understand the meaning of the
sign, let's go back to the original question.
Is Tambo Waters really a great place for pets?
This sign shows it is a good place for pets.
This sign shows it is not a good place for pets.
Explain how this sign supports your answer.
Congratulations! You've read between
the lines to work out the real meaning
behind the information.

Think about the three ways you read
each sign to work out its meaning.
1 What can I see? Focus on the literal meaning
(what the sign says or shows).
2 What does it mean? Interpret the purpose
and meaning behind the words and pictures.
3 What do I think? Apply your opinion to this information.
What I have learnt about 'reading between the
lines':
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