OLNA Prep Writing WorkBook (DIGITAL)

Welcome to Your OLNA Writing Preparation Guide!

Dear Student

Failing NAPLAN or OLNA can feel disheartening, however it’s important to remember that setbacks are just stepping stones to success! Using this OLNA Writing Preparation book is a powerful way to turn things around and enhance your abilities in persuasive, creative and informative writing; crucial components of the OLNA Writing section. With 142 Questions and 32 Trial Tests, this book is more than just practice; it is a tool that empowers you to improve your writing skills at your own pace, giving you the confidence to face future challenges head-on. Every page you complete brings you closer to mastering the areas where you struggled and each step forward is a victory in itself. Embrace the opportunity to learn, grow and prove to yourself that you are capable of achieving great things!

We wrote an inspiring OLNA book because we recognised a gap in the availability of effective, tailored resources for students preparing for OLNA. Many students, particularly those who may have struggled with standardised tests, found existing resources insufficient in addressing their specific learning needs, or just plain expensive and out of reach. This comprehensive work and study book provides you with targeted practice materials, strategies for improvement and clear guidance to build solid writing skills.

The innovative “I Do, We Do, You Do“ structure is a simple, yet effective teaching model that promotes gradual learning and mastery of skills through scaffolding. Here’s how it works:

• I Do: In this first phase, we demonstrate the task so you fully understand what is expected in an exemplar answer. We explain each step clearly and thoroughly, showing you, the student, exactly how it’s done.
  
  
• We Do: The next step is a collaborative effort whereby we both work through the task together. We guide the process, but you are actively involved in contributing ideas and trying out the steps. This phase allows for practice with support, helping you to build confidence.
  

• You Do: In the final stage, you'll work independently, applying what you’ve learned. You can now take full responsibility for completing the task on your own, using the knowledge and skills developed during the first two phases.

Practice Makes Perfect! Complete the practice tests modelled on the OLNA format to gauge your readiness and adjust your preparation strategy accordingly.