End of Term 2

Wow, what a fun-packed few weeks we have had.

Thank you to those who were able to watch our fantastic Music Festival. The class had a wonderful time, and did incredibly well indeed.

Maths

This week we have been looking at road maps. We have been estimating and measuring length, using metre sticks and rulers. We have also been converting measurements. The class have really enjoyed working in pairs to complete their tasks.

 

 

 
 

Science

Our Science topic is Evaporation and Condensation. The children have been investigating this, using ice and warm water. They made careful observations in their investigations.

 

 

Vector Visit

This week, we enjoyed learning all about how to stay safe around electricity.
Watt (the friendly robot on the screen below) demonstrated what not to do, and we discussed how we can stay safe. The children asked some interesting questions, and listened very carefully to important information regarding electricity. Each child was given a stay safe booklet, which includes a home safety inspection. Our visitor from vector was impressed with our fabulous knowledge and interest.



 

What a fun-packed and busy term we have had! Just one week left until the end of Term 2.

Term 2

Treasure Hunt

On Monday 10th June, the primary school enjoyed going to visit the 'Treasure Hunt' production at the college.

Music Festival

The class have been rehearsing their items for the upcoming music festival, and are excited to perform to you all soon. We look forward to seeing you there.

Science

In Science, the children have been learning about light and dark and how our eyes work. We had a lot of fun looking at some optical illusions. We found this image particularly tricky. Can you see a young or old lady?



English

In English, we have been looking at and reading lots of different types of poems. The class then wrote their own poems, using a particular poem or poet as inspiration. They have produced some wonderful poems, which are currently on display in the classroom.

The term is passing us by quickly, but we still have some wonderful events to be involved in. Next week we look forward to performing in the music festival, and the Avengers themed school disco. Hope to see you there.

Tiritiri Matangi and more

Hello Tuatara class,

Just a little update as to some of the things we have been learning about over the past few weeks.

We had a fantastic time with year 3 and 4 when we went to Tiritiri Matangi. The weather was perfect! The class really enjoyed finding out lots of interesting facts about the wildlife on Tiritiri Matangi, and were able to spot and identify many birds on the island. Below are just a few snaps from the day:

In the classroom we have been learning how to be good storytellers. we have been using our expressive voices, eye contact and hand gestures to keep our listeners engaged and entertained.

We have also been designing our own cars, using purple mash. These fabulous designs can be seen in 3D and as a net too. The children really enjoyed creating these!

Term 2

At the beginning of Term 2 the class completed their assessments. I was really impressed with how much of a positive attitude the children had towards these. 

We are now back to lessons as usual, and the children have been learning lots of new and exciting things.

In English we have been exploring Myths and Legends. The class have read a variety of these and even acted some out. Here are some photos of groups of children adding more to the story of 'The Sword in the Stone'.

 

In Maths we have been working on Number and Place Value. This term, we have been including decimal numbers. The children have fully embraced paired games and challenges.

We are starting Science this term with our topic 'The way we see things'. We will be exploring light. So far, we have looked inside a box with various possible light sources inside, to identify which are light sources and how we know.

Year 5 are thoroughly enjoying their sessions with Gracie from Pform. Each week, they have been having drama sessions in the dance studio, with the year 4 children.

This term in Global Perspectives our topic is 'How can we stay healthy?'

The class have discussed the things we may need to stay healthy and worked in collaboration to put these things in order from the most important to least important.

                                    

                                    

Next week, we look forward to visiting Tiritiri Matangi with years 3 and 4. I hope to share some photos from this trip in our next class blog.

Tuatara Class - Term One so far!

Tuatara Class - Term One so far....

Wow, what a fantastic term we have had so far! As always, I am very impressed with the hard work, effort and dedication the year 5 children are putting in to all that they do.

Maths

In Maths we have been learning about reflections.

 

 


Science

In Science, we have been continuing to look at 'The life-cycle of a flowering plant'.

The class enjoying being bees and flowers, whilst investigating how pollination works. 

We have been closely observing beans that we planted in various locations and are pleased to notice that two beans have begun to germinate.

Dad's Day

I was so pleased to see so many adults at Dad's day. The children thoroughly enjoyed you coming into the classroom to help them with their seed dispersal investigation. Some children decided to take extra helicopters home, to continue their investigations in different environments!

Golden child was also a great success, with the class showing their competitive and sporty side, whilst competing against the Dads.

 

Thank you so much to those who were able to find the time to attend Dad's day. I am very glad that you were able to get a glimpse of what life is like in Tuatara class, and I'm sure you will all agree that we are very polite, caring, inquisitive and respectful learners. I am incredibly proud of each and every child and their wonderful positive attitudes towards school life and their learning.

Multicultural Expo

The primary school were invited to the college to participate in their multicultural expo. The children really enjoyed finding new facts about different countries and trying different foods.

Camp

Next week we will be attending camp. I am very excited to see the class embracing new activities and having opportunities to work in different teams. 

As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any good news to share, or anything that you wish to discuss. cfielding@wentworth.school.nz