Hyperbole Writing

Our focus today for writing was hyperboles. A hyperbole is when you use extreme exaggeration in a sentence. For example "My heart pounded out of my chest", that is impossible but it is used to express an emotion. I wrote a story about my unfortunate walk home that include at least five hyperboles. I found that putting hyperboles into my writing can make it more interesting.

Ordering Frcations

Today for maths I played an ordering maths  game. I had to order the fractions from lowest to biggest. I found it easy because I already know my fractions. For the test I got 4 out of 4 which is 100 percent.

Why is it so important to keep oral storytelling alive?

Storytelling has been passed down from many generations. It is important to keep storytelling alive so that people learn about the tradition and the culture.

Ofa and I have researched about the Maori storytelling. We have watched videos on why it is so important to keep oral storytelling alive. Using the words we found most important we made a 25 word summary. From researching about the Maori storytelling I have learnt the importance of telling a story. 

How Maui Slowed The Sun

Ofa and I made a comic strip using Storyboardthat about how Maui slowed the sun. We made this comic strip to show you rather than tell you the story. In each scene it shows you a part of the story. I found it challenging to find the right scenes from the story that would  best.

Ordering Fractions

Today for maths I played an ordering fractions. I had to put the fractions in order of lowest to highest. I found this task very easy.

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

For this winter learning journey I had to blog about my week. I had to write what I learnt, what I liked and what I disliked.

I have learnt a lot from the winter learning journey blogging program this term. It has taught me a whole lot more about New Zealand. It has sent me all over New Zealand doing very fun activities. I really enjoyed researching about different native animals. There was nothing I disliked. I always love learning new things and I'm always up for the challenge. I have learned about new places like Otago Central Rail Trail and seafood restaurants that I would really love to visit one day. I learned about a very cool movie called Whale Rider. It is about a girl named Pia. It sends a strong massage and I recommend the movie. I have learnt a lot of new facts. Did you know that New Zealand invented the bungee jump? Are you aware that Hector Dolphins are native animals in New Zealand and can only be found in New Zealand? I really enjoy participating in the winter learning journey blogging programs and I can't what till the next one!!

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 14

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 14

For this winter learning journey activity I had to take a photo of my self doing something I found relaxing. I find reading relaxing because you can really use your imagination and escape from the outside world. What do you find relaxing?

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 13

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 13

1. Pick up rubbish even if it's not mine

2. Inform people what happens when you drop rubbish

3. Add more bins

For this winter learning journey activity I had to come up with three different ways to keep my neighborhood clean. Rubbish has a big affect on our environment and if we don't do anything it can damage our bodies. Hopefully this can also help you to keep your neighborhood clean.

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Haka 1

Haka 2

Haka 3

Today for this winter learning journey activity I had to watch three different hakes performed by the All Blacks. After watch the videos I had to put them in the order of which one was the best. The first haka I thought was very powerful would agree?

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 12

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 12

For this winter learning journey activity I had to go on to the Matariki festival at Te Papa website. On the website I had to look at all the different events. I had to choose one to write about. I choose the Matariki Light Trail. I choose the Matariki Light Trail because of the magical landscape and all of the cool things you can see.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 11

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 11

For this winter learning journey activity I had to go on a waka and travel to New Zealand for the first time. I had to write poem on how I would feel.

Poem

My heart beats fast

Heads turn

Everybody staring at me

I jump off the waka

I'm surrounded by all these people

The different patterns on their faces

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

For this winter learning journey activity I had to look at the Otago Central Rail Trail. The Otago Central Rail Trail is a 150 km long cycle trail. I had to write If I would go cycling there or not and why. I would really love to go cycling there one day, its sound really exciting! I would like to go cycle there one day because I love riding my bike and I would really like to see the beautiful nature.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 10

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 10

For this winter learning journey activity I had to research about a famous person from New Zealand. After researching about my famous person which was Russell Crowe I had to make DLO about him. I used the information from a website and put it in my own words.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 9

Winter Learning Journey - Activity

For this winter learning journey activity I went on a walk with Curious Kiwi through a forest. While walking I noticed that Curious Kiwi is nowhere to be found. Now I have to write 8-10 sentences on what while happen next.

I look around and Curious Kiwi is nowhere to be found. My heart starts to race my hands start shake. I feel the wind glide against my back. "Curious Kiwi, Curious Kiwi" I cried. I look in every direction with my back against the tree. Then suddenly I hear bush rattle. It sent chills up my spin. Then I felt a soft tap on my shoulder. I turned as quickly as possible to see..... Curious Kiwi! I took a big breath of relief.

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

For this winter learning journey bonus activity I had to research about Hector Dolphins. Sadly, Hector Dolphins are getting stuck in fishermen's nets. People are getting mad and agree that fishing in Farewell spit should be banned. In my opinion I think fishing in Farewell should be banned because of the endangerment its doing on Hector Dolphins. These are very rare native animals that can only be found in New Zealand.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 8

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 8

For this activity I had to watch two trailers on the movie Whale Rider. After watching the two trailers I had to give it a rating out of 5. I thought the trailers were good so I gave it a 4. After watching the trailers I had to write a summary about it.

Summary

This movie is about a girl named Pai. Pai had a twin brother who was selected to be next chief but unfortunately he died at birth. However she survives. Now no matter what it take Pai trains hard to prove that she is worthy of being the chief.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 7

Winter Learning Journey  - Activity 7

For this winter learning journey activity I had to read about the beach that became a whale grave. Sadly, the whales got caught and washed up on the beach. Unfortunately, there are over 300 whales that have washed up on the beach. After reading about it I had to describe what the people where doing to help the whale.

1. People were offering towels and shirts to cover the whale

2. They were using pots buckets to grab water and pour it on the whale to keep it wet 

3. People stayed until night fall helping the poor whales.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 6

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 6

For this winter learning journey activity I had to research about the New Zealand predator free. It is about being free of all predators like the Possum. I had to read about it and say if I agreed or disagreed. Then I had to write three reasons why I disagreed or agreed with their decision.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 5

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 5

For this winter learning journey activity I had to go on to Adopt a Critter page to adopt a animal. I choose to adopt the Kea. From researching about this type of parrot I have found out a lot about it. Did you know that Keas are omnivorous?

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

1. Swimming
2. Playing on the Park
3. Riding a bike
4. Playing with friends and family
5. Climbing Trees

For this winter learning journey activity I had to interview a family member. I decided to interview my younger sister Victoria. I asked her what are 5 things she likes doing outside.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 4

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 4

Question 1 - How did you feel the first time you sailed solo?
Question 2 - What is your favourite thing to do?
Question 3 - What is the longest time you have ever sailed solo?
Question 4 - What is your favourite food?
Question 5 - Why do you love to sail?

For this winter learning journey activity I had to watch a video about a 16 year old solo sailer named Laura Dekker. After watching the video I had to come up with 5 questions that I would ask Laura Dekker. It amazes me that she was only 16 years old and she was sailing on her own.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 3

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 3

For this winter learning journey activity I had to visit three different places in Auckland, Rangitoto, Karekare and Tane Mahuta. After researching about these places I had to choose one I found the most interesting and say why I choose it. Out of the three places I choose Rangitoto. I choose Rangitoto because of the amazing way it was formed. Did you know that Rangitoto was formed by a lot of eruptions?

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

Winter Learning Journey - Bonus Activity

For this winter learning journey bonus activity I had to create a new design for the flag of New Zealand. To create this flag I used the website Flag Designer. The blue in my flag represents the blue sea and sky. The red on my flag represents the union jack and lastly the ferns on my flag represent honour for those who carry it.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 2

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 2

For this winter learning journey activity I had to watch a video about Auckland. The video talked about some of the different places in Auckland. After watching the video I had to list 5 places I found interesting. In this google slide I have written something about each place I listed.

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 1

Winter Learning Journey - Activity 1

For this winter learning journey activity I had to go on the Tourism New Zealand website and found out more about New Zealand. After researching I had to choose three facts I found interesting and turn them into my own words. I included images to give you a better understanding.

Term 2 Reflection

Term 2 Reflection

I have learnt a lot from term 2. I have really enjoyed learning about different areas. I really enjoy solving hard problems in maths because it is testing my prior knowledge skills. In writing I have learned to use more interesting words and how to express my creativity in a more interesting way. I have accomplished a lot in term 2. I learned how to solve problems using different strategies and how to summaries a story. In term 2 I have learned how to work as a team and have a learning conversation. Camp was a very fun trip. I had fun with all my friends and accomplished some of my goals. I have learned a lot about how to keep our environment clean and how to reduce our plastic. From doing a lot of research about plastic I now know that it is not only damaging our environment but it is also hurting animals. In term 2 I have learned a lot more about things I didn't know about like affects of plastic, water pollution and how to dance. I have had a great experience.

Term Two Evaluation

I have recently finished the evaluation of term 2 that Mrs Anderson wanted us to do. Learning Space 2 is a place where I have been learning a lot about different areas. It was challenging to fill out some of the questions like what I think we should do next term. I can't wait what next term has installed for us.

Tamaki Wrap

To show our understanding I have chosen to create a Prezi with Jeremiah and Fraidon. My Prezi includes the effect our littering has on animals and our learning with Tamaki Wrap. This month people from all around the world are participating in Plastic Free July. Plastic Free July is a challenge where you can not use plastic for the whole month. If you would like to join Plastic Free July click here.

Dance DLO

For the last session of dance we had to make a DLO on our challenges in dance. This DLO includes what i found challenging and to explain our challenge. I worked with Eric to make this dance learning DLO. From dance I learned how to make shapes with my body.

Moses Fleetwood Walker

5 ways to deal with haters & trolls

Today for cyber smart we watched a video on ways to deal with haters and trolls. San Kyaw and I worked on a DLO on how to deal with haters and trolls using the information from the video. From this I learnt about what I could do if this ever happens to me.

Rubbish Summary

Yesterday, Miss Apelu who was a visiting teacher from Tamaki college came into LS2. After Mrs Anderson read a short text, we had to write down all of the words we were important. Then, we had to pick out 20 words we found important from the words we wrote down. After that we picked the 6 most important words from the 20 words and used them to write a short summary. I was in a group with Sylis, Mataio and Oh Hsen to show our way of learning.

People Power

Today for maths we were given a percentage equation. This equation was asking us to turn numbers into percentages. From this I learned a new formula. E.g 3672 divided by 6057 x 100 divided by 1 = 61%.