T3 Mathematics - Measurement

We are learning to work with a partner to measure snakes in centimetres. 

We know we can do this when 

• we can estimate what it will measure
• we measure from the mark on the ruler or the tape measure
• we measure right to the end of the snake

This was fun because we got to eat them in the end.

TERM 2 MUSIC

We are learning to ...

- play the chime bars to go up and down the scale 

- explore the differences between high and low sounds and soft and loud sounds 

- sing songs in time with the music. 

We know when we have done this when...

• we can play up the scale, and down the scale in time to the song
• we can keep in time with the music
• we can say whether the sounds are high or low
• we can play loudly or softly
• we can sing in time with the music

My Bronze CARE certificate.

Today, 23rd June, I got my Bronze CARE certificate presented in assembly.

Term 2 Reading 2014

I am learning to reflect upon the information as I read non-fiction texts with my reading group.

Mrs Small: What do you like best about reading?

William: I like finding out information in books.

My place in Christchurch

A Place that is important to me in Christchurch..

Time Zone because it is really fun but some things are a little bit scary.

TERM 2 ART ATTACK

My drawing of still life at the workshop by Mr Shaskey.

We are learning to ...

• plan a drawing using the elements of line, tone, texture, colour, form, shape, and space
• use the techniques of sketching, using the correct brush strokes, colour mixing, texturing, and applying a black border.
• communicate and interpret my idea of a kowhaiwhai pattern.

Student comment: I put a lot of hard work into it and I am pleased with the results.

Term 2 Published Storywriting

We are learning to write a recount

We know when we have done this when we have…

·       An introduction telling who, what and where

·       Events in sequence

·       Sentences starting in different ways

·       Describing words to create a picture in the mind of the reader

·       A conclusion/ending/personal response

Term 1 2014 Written Language

WALT write a personal recount about something we have done or experienced

Criteria

·      Have a title

·      Have an introduction or opening statement

·      Have at least 2-3 events in the order they happened

·      Have some describing words to make a picture in the mind of the reader

·      Have a conclusion or personal response

By William Johansen

The Barbecue

One day I had a barbecue. We had sausages. They were yum. They tasted like cheese. They smelt like sizzling sausages.

Next steps.

Write a lot more details to expand your story.

Where was the barbecue held? Who was with you? What else did you do?

N.B. William still had his cast on when he broke his arm at the time this story was written.

2014 Term 1 Art Attack

WALT: use different painting techniques to paint a picture of a Lizard or Geko.

We will know we can do this when:

·    we can mix colours

·    use different colours to emphasise specific features/detail

·    use different brush stroke techniques to create different effects

·    we can paint a background