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

I am learning to: Write a narrative story.

I can do this when I can: Write a story with a character, setting and a plot and use interesting words.

Teacher comment: Your next step is to add more detail to the end of my story.

Click photo to enlarge

Term 4

I am learning to: complete a dance
I can do this when I can: keep in time and remember the dance moves
My next step is to: keep practicing and keep in time.

Term 4

Discovery Key Competency focus : Managing Self

Student Reflection: I stay in the lines that's a good Self Manager because then it won’t look messy when my Dad see’s it.

Term 4

I am learning to move objects from one position to another position faster and more accurately.

To be successful I need to keep my eye on the target and run straight toward my target.

Term 4

I am learning to show the Oakland CARE values.

Term 3

I am learning to play a rhythm and use percussion instruments.


Student Refection: I like when we were doing the rhythm and beat

Term 3

I am learning to: make a poster

I can do this when I can:
-skim and scan a text to find information
-record key facts
-design a poster
-use different paper techniques to make the poster interesting
-use my technology skills
-work with a peer

Here I am making part of a poster about earthworms to share with the class.








 William's Reflection
 I am learning about worms and how to make a good poster. To make a good poster you have to use interesting things on it like pockets and in the pockets you can put a card with worm facts.

Term 3

Good readers use information to make posters. The have to decide what is fact and fiction

Term 3

I am learning to say my mihi.

I can do this when I can use simple sentences to tell others about myself and speak clearly.

Maths Term 2

We are learning to:

Make statements about a data display.

We can do this when we can:

Correctly say one or more things about a display of data on a pictogram.

E.g " I notice the most popular eye colour in Room 22 is blue".

Student Comment:
I notice lots of peoples favourite fruit is banana's and apples.

Integrated Unit Term 2

I am learning to: Express my understanding of change.

Task: Draw something to show what you know about change.

Before Learning

During Learning

After Learning

Student reflection  on learning

Now I know.......plants change when you have  seed then a shoot then a flower.