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

23RD JUNE 2014
 Today I got my Bronze CARE certificate in assembly.

I also got a Bucket filler certificate because I am always prepared to help others.

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?

Aysha: Reading with the group so I can get help if I find the words tricky to read.

A PLACE THAT IS IMPORTANT TO ME IN CHRISTCHURCH

A Place that is important to me.

My Kindy – playing tag because I met lots of friends there that now they come to school and the Kindy is now getting rebuilt.

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:

In my design I had korus and mountains. I feel my design is great because I had the right colours for it.

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 timed recount about a time when we did something special with our whanau or family.

Write about:

·      when and where you did something special

·      who was with you

·      what you did (think about the order you did things)

·      how you felt and why you felt this way.

By Aysha Henderson

Greymouth

I went to Greymouth with my dad to see my cousins and Nana and my Aunt because I have not seen them in ages. Their names are Jessica, and James. My Aunt’s name is Linda and my Nana’s name is Diana. I slept in Jessica and James’ room that have a bunk bed. I slept with Jessica. Jessica is older than James and we all like the pool and Nana had a pool. Then Aunt took us shopping to get a dress for me and Jessica. We got to choose which one. I wanted the colourful one and Jessica wanted the flower one that was pink. Then we went to the pet store to look at some puppies. I liked the blue American Staffie and Jessica the same one. Then we went back home to get in the spa pool because it was very hot that day. I felt very happy. Well James and Dad went fishing. Then at dinnertime we had McDonalds for tea. Then we watched a movie and then it was bedtime because we have a big day tomorrow and we had McDonalds for breakfast.

Next steps

Try to start sentences in different ways – You have used “Then” 5 times.

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/details

·      use different brush stroke techniques to create different effects

·      we can paint a background

Term 4

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 use more interesting words in your story.

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 am working hard and doing it all by myself.

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 it.

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: my next step is to play a steady beat.

Term 3

I am learning to solve addition problems by counting on in my head. 

e.g 54+3=

My next step is to keep practicing this strategy

Term 3

 

Teacher question: What do good readers do?

Student’s response: Good readers check up words they don’t know on the internet or in a dictionary.
 

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 the most favourite fruits are apples and banana's.

Writing Term 2

We read a book called 'The Cat in the Hat' by Dr Seuss. We used our Green Thinking Hat to write a creative story about what would happen if Thing 1 & Thing 2 (characters from the book) came to our house.

We are learning to:
Use the Green Thinking Hat (creativity) to write a story.

We can do this when we can: 
-Write a story that keeps the reader interested.
-Write in detail.
-Use interesting words.
-Publish our work carefully.

Student Reflection:
Something I did well: Put lots of detail in my writing.
My next step: Write neatly.

Integrated Topic 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 from a seed to a plant.