TERM 3 NUMERACY 2014



I am learning to use compatible numbers to solve problems.


I have found it is easier to add the two numbers that cancels out the subtraction and you are left with the answer.


TERM 3 TOPIC

I went to Drama and Art.

The panels of Koru patterns that we painted.


Term 3 2014 Written Language

We are learning to …write a narrative about what happened, before, during and after the event in an image.
Success criteria We know we have done this when we have …
1.    Written about what we think happened before the image.
2.    Written what happened in the image.
3.    Written about what happened in the image.
4.    Described the characters
5.    Described the setting (where it took place)
6.    Added some detail to our story

7.    Started our sentences in different ways.






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 2014 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



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?

Devon: reading lots of true stories because I like finding out about things.

My place in Christchurch


A Place that is important to me in Christchurch.
McDonalds because it is my favourite meal and what I want, my mum will get it for me. I was wearing my king hat and vampire teeth because I felt like wearing 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 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.

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