Tuesday 13th November
Kia Ora all
Wow! I am sitting here still amazed at the effort Jonathan put into his South Korea presentation. The animated clips such as the plane moving on the screen was brilliant and the movie clips of the Kings and Queen's gardens was fantastic.
Unfortunatley we had a few technical issues with the display of the powerpoint on our new TV but I will get that sorted out as soon as I can.
I have added a copy of the powerpoint presentation onto the United Nations of Room 12 page. I had to convert it to a video, which makes the slides go quickly. Also, you can't view the animated clips or mini videos. Sorry about that, but this is the limit of my technical knowledge.
Today we started off with a bit of a sing-a-long. We listened to, and then sang along to, Live Forever by Oasis, a famous English band. We also listened to a version sung by Stereophonics - Mr Forman's favourite Welsh band.
If we can get the singing and playing of instruments humming along, we might be able to throw in a performance at the Rising Stars Got Talent - kind of like half time entertainment. But I will need to ask Miss Tait is that is OK.
Students in group 2,3 and 4 have read ( and group 3 and 4 have brought a copy home tonight) an African folktale. Like most folktales, it has a moral, or a message. Tomorrow students will begin some activities based on this. It is all glued in ready to go.
Oh, and there will be time to do some independent country research.
Tomorrow afternoon room 9 will be with us in the afternoon. We are going to do some reading in the garden, sport on the field, and some gardening.
See you all tomorow
Mr F
Monday, 12 November 2012
Sunday, 11 November 2012
Monday 12 November
Kia Ora all
Today we moved back to addition and subtraction.
Most students completed a sheet where we highlighted ALL the strategies for add/sub/mult/div and fractions that they have covered.
We will be reviewing these, as well as working on the strategies that have not been covered.
We also did a basic facts grid - and will be doing these each day to increase our speed and accuracy.
In the afternoon Isabella shared some more interesting facts about Taiwan.
We learned that Taiwan used to be called Formosa, from the portuguese sailors who named her Ilha Formosa - Beautiful Island.
We also learned that Taiwan is made up of the main island of Taiwan and 21 other small islands. In fact, we learned that another word for made up of is comprised. That's called a synonym - a word that has the same or similar meaning.
Taiwan
The Taiwan reading is now in the United Nations of room 12 page.
South Korea
Tuesday is South Korea day. Jonathon will be sharing facts about South Korea, teaching us a few Korean phrases and teaching us a traditional Korean game.
Kia Ora all
Today we moved back to addition and subtraction.
Most students completed a sheet where we highlighted ALL the strategies for add/sub/mult/div and fractions that they have covered.
We will be reviewing these, as well as working on the strategies that have not been covered.
We also did a basic facts grid - and will be doing these each day to increase our speed and accuracy.
In the afternoon Isabella shared some more interesting facts about Taiwan.
We learned that Taiwan used to be called Formosa, from the portuguese sailors who named her Ilha Formosa - Beautiful Island.
We also learned that Taiwan is made up of the main island of Taiwan and 21 other small islands. In fact, we learned that another word for made up of is comprised. That's called a synonym - a word that has the same or similar meaning.
Taiwan
The Taiwan reading is now in the United Nations of room 12 page.
South Korea
Tuesday is South Korea day. Jonathon will be sharing facts about South Korea, teaching us a few Korean phrases and teaching us a traditional Korean game.
Wednesday, 7 November 2012
Thursday 8th November
Kia Ora everyone
Today I was at Hillmorton High School helping with the athletics sports. Oaklands students did very well and we had a number of first placings.
Fenella competed in the high jump. We are very proud of her effort - not many year 4 students get to represent their school at the Zones. So well done, Fenella.
MOVEMBER
Today I asked the reliever to do the Movember reading with you. Mr Forman is officially a MoBro. There was a follow up activity for you to have a go at - design a Mo for MoBro Mr F.
I have seen some of the designs and they look COOL. Tomorrow you can finish off your creations as the deadline is lunch time FRIDAY.
Next week we will choose the COOLEST and that will be what appears on my face - even if it has a bit of colour.
I have created a NEW PAGE - MoBro MOvember. I have added the reading you did today here.
Tomorrow we will take pictures of some of the designs and post them on our blog.
Friday
Friday is TAIWAN day. The wonderful Isabella will share her experiences of life in Taiwan and we will have a fact sheet to share.
So get started - search Taiwan and see if you can find some interesting facts to share.
Remember that there is a COIN TRAIL to raise funds for haemophilia. You receive a red bracelet if you donate.
We have a poem about being a MoBro and a sport challenge to win against room 13.
See you tomorrow.
Kia Ora everyone
Today I was at Hillmorton High School helping with the athletics sports. Oaklands students did very well and we had a number of first placings.
Fenella competed in the high jump. We are very proud of her effort - not many year 4 students get to represent their school at the Zones. So well done, Fenella.
MOVEMBER
Today I asked the reliever to do the Movember reading with you. Mr Forman is officially a MoBro. There was a follow up activity for you to have a go at - design a Mo for MoBro Mr F.
I have seen some of the designs and they look COOL. Tomorrow you can finish off your creations as the deadline is lunch time FRIDAY.
Next week we will choose the COOLEST and that will be what appears on my face - even if it has a bit of colour.
I have created a NEW PAGE - MoBro MOvember. I have added the reading you did today here.
Tomorrow we will take pictures of some of the designs and post them on our blog.
Friday
Friday is TAIWAN day. The wonderful Isabella will share her experiences of life in Taiwan and we will have a fact sheet to share.
So get started - search Taiwan and see if you can find some interesting facts to share.
Remember that there is a COIN TRAIL to raise funds for haemophilia. You receive a red bracelet if you donate.
We have a poem about being a MoBro and a sport challenge to win against room 13.
See you tomorrow.
Monday, 5 November 2012
Tuesday 6th November
Kia Ora all
Today we did a room 12 'makeover' so that we are all able to see the new TV monitor when we are sitting on the mat. We will stick with the new seating arrangements until Friday and then discuss making any other changes.
Today we had a many discussions about our EXCELLENCE values and it was fantastic to see everyone working hard to show these. A special mention to Jake and Jayden who got stuck into their reading activity and brought their positive attitude to their reading group.
Today Monique received an EXCELLENCE tick for her wonderful work on her HENNA activities. She aimed high, took pride in her learning and did her best. As a result, her learning is on display at the front of the room as a role model for quality work.
Note: all the underlined words are those from our excellence display.
WALES
Today we learned many facts and interesting bits of information about Wales. We listened to a male choir, Tom Jones, Stereophonics, as well as taking a look at Cardiff Castle using GoogleEarth.
Fenella taught us how to say, in Welsh, the longest train station in the world.
Fenella also taught us how to say good morning, how are you?, my name is ..., goodbye. We will continue learning Welsh.
We also watched a part of a Welsh myth from the first website link on the WALES reading.
Unfortunately I made a few mistakes on the reading, such as calling Northern Ireland - Northern Island.
There is also a typo in the Prince of Wales section, and I have the feeling there might be a couple of extra letters attached to words that shouldn't be there.
Sorry about that - I am still working on my proofreading skills.
Tomorrow
Mrs Casey is in tomorrow. Have a great day and keep showing those awesome EXCELLENCE values.
Goodbye
Da bo ti
Kia Ora all
Today we did a room 12 'makeover' so that we are all able to see the new TV monitor when we are sitting on the mat. We will stick with the new seating arrangements until Friday and then discuss making any other changes.
Today we had a many discussions about our EXCELLENCE values and it was fantastic to see everyone working hard to show these. A special mention to Jake and Jayden who got stuck into their reading activity and brought their positive attitude to their reading group.
Today Monique received an EXCELLENCE tick for her wonderful work on her HENNA activities. She aimed high, took pride in her learning and did her best. As a result, her learning is on display at the front of the room as a role model for quality work.
Note: all the underlined words are those from our excellence display.
WALES
Today we learned many facts and interesting bits of information about Wales. We listened to a male choir, Tom Jones, Stereophonics, as well as taking a look at Cardiff Castle using GoogleEarth.
Fenella taught us how to say, in Welsh, the longest train station in the world.
Fenella also taught us how to say good morning, how are you?, my name is ..., goodbye. We will continue learning Welsh.
We also watched a part of a Welsh myth from the first website link on the WALES reading.
Unfortunately I made a few mistakes on the reading, such as calling Northern Ireland - Northern Island.
There is also a typo in the Prince of Wales section, and I have the feeling there might be a couple of extra letters attached to words that shouldn't be there.
Sorry about that - I am still working on my proofreading skills.
Tomorrow
Mrs Casey is in tomorrow. Have a great day and keep showing those awesome EXCELLENCE values.
Goodbye
Da bo ti
Sunday, 4 November 2012
Monday 5th November
At full school assembly today, Ella and Victor AND the awesome Josh were awarded their SILVER CARE certificates. Well done.
Jonathan received a credit certificate for the maths test he took as part on an international test. Only two were awarded at Oaklands. We are very proud of your awesome result, Jonathan.
We managed to get down to room 23 to do buddy reading. It has been a while, but at least they still remembered us.
Things to check out
UNITED NATIONS of room 12 page: I have added the country challenge print so you can do it at home as well as school.
NOTICES and NEWSLETTERS: I have added the week 4 home learning print.
WRITING: I have added the FIREWORKS challenge for Tuesday and Wednesday.
HANNAH: I have written a message, on behalf of room 12, to Hannah.
We have identified 6 important qualities for this term and will be really focusing on them. Here they are.
At full school assembly today, Ella and Victor AND the awesome Josh were awarded their SILVER CARE certificates. Well done.
Jonathan received a credit certificate for the maths test he took as part on an international test. Only two were awarded at Oaklands. We are very proud of your awesome result, Jonathan.
We managed to get down to room 23 to do buddy reading. It has been a while, but at least they still remembered us.
Things to check out
UNITED NATIONS of room 12 page: I have added the country challenge print so you can do it at home as well as school.
NOTICES and NEWSLETTERS: I have added the week 4 home learning print.
WRITING: I have added the FIREWORKS challenge for Tuesday and Wednesday.
HANNAH: I have written a message, on behalf of room 12, to Hannah.
CARE focus - excellence
We have identified 6 important qualities for this term and will be really focusing on them. Here they are.
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