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ANZAC Day Story Model

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ANZAC Day Story Model

Read the model story, then explore its characters, language, feelings and message.

Model story: The Poppy by the Gate

On the morning of 25 April, Maia walked beside Nana to the small memorial near the beach. Nana wore two medals on her coat and carried a paper poppy. At the gathering, a bugle sounded across the quiet grass. Maia listened closely. Nana told her that ANZAC Day is a time to remember people who served in wars, including those who did not return home. Maia placed her poppy beside the memorial plaque. She felt solemn, but also grateful that people came together to remember. On the walk home, Nana held her hand. Maia decided she would tell her little brother why the day mattered.

Story features

Look back at the model story as you answer.

1.Which two characters are at the centre of the story?

Maia and Nana
Maia and her little brother
Nana and the bugler
The people at the gathering

2.Select the two feelings Maia experiences at the memorial.

Solemn
Grateful
Furious
Amused

3.Write two adjectives from the story: one that describes the grass and one that describes the memorial.

4.How does focusing on Maia’s experience help readers connect with the events?

5.What does the story say ANZAC Day is a time to do?

Write your own remembrance story

The model has a beginning that introduces a place and characters, a middle with an event, and an ending that reflects on its meaning.

6.Write a short story of about 50 words about remembering someone or something important. Include a clear beginning, middle and ending, and show how a character feels.