Learning Journeys

Just a reminder that Learning Journeys will be taking place this Tuesday, September 19, commencing at 2:00 and concluding at 3:30. Any students whose parents are not in attendance will be dismissed, as normal, at 2:30 pm. The students and I are looking forward to sharing this event with you.

Miss B

HASS Projects

In HASS the students have been using books from the library and the Kiddle search engine, to research a significant celebration/commemoration. They have been refining their note taking skills to complete an overview of their special day, answering key questions. 

In Week 10, the students will be presenting their findings to their peers. Some students have even transferred the IT skills we’ve been learning in the Lab and have created a Power Point to supplement their presentation. I have been impressed with the students’ dedication and initiative. Students are familiar with the rubric below.

Fire Incursion

Last Tuesday, we had a visit from the Welshpool Fire Station. Our incursion started with a fire safety talk, where we looked at different images and had to pick out the fire hazards.

Once we learnt all about different fire hazards, we then discussed what to do if there is a fire at home and at school. The firemen encouraged the students to talk with their families about developing an emergency plan and identify a safe meeting point, in case of a fire.

Next, we were able to explore the fire trucks. We were very lucky as we had three fire trucks come to our school. The fire fighters were so much fun and let us squirt the water from the hoses.

Some of the main messages we heard from this incursion were:
- Call 000 if there is a fire emergency
- If you hear the smoke alarm going off at home, the most important thing is to get out of the house and away from the fire. Don't try to get your favourite toy.
- You must keep everything a ‘metre from the heater.’
- If there is a fire, drop down low and go, go, go!
- Matches and lighters aren't toys, they are tools.
- Fire fighters don't just put out fires, they do lots different jobs. Some of these include rescuing people from car crashes, saving animals, helping people who get locked out of their cars.

Welshpool fire fighters incursion from Tasha

Faction Carnival

Last Monday, we had our Wattle Grove Faction Carnival. It was a fun day and the weather was lovely!

Faction carnival from Tasha

Wattle Day

On Friday, September 1^st, we celebrated Wattle Day. Wattle Day celebrates Australia’s qualities of good humour, fairness, generosity, informality and democracy. We made special Wattle Day flags and wrote a card for our family or friends.

Book Week

In Week 7, we had a great time celebrating Book Week. We talked a lot about characterisation and the students completed a character profile of their favourite book character, identifying physical and personality traits. They then gave a short oral presentation to their classmates.

On Friday, we met with our Kindy buddies to share some of our favourite stories before showing off our FABULOUS costumes in the parade. Thanks to all the parents for your wonderful, creative costuming! It really did make the day so special.

Book week from Tasha

Happy Fathers' Day

‘Happy Fathers’ Day’ to all the Room 23 dads. I hope you had a great day and enjoyed your special gifts.

Cross Country

On Friday, August 18, some of the students from Room 23 participated in the Cross Country event. It was a long distance race and those who participated are commended for their commitment and perseverance.

 

Cross Country from Tasha

Poetry Spot

In VCOP sessions this term, we have been learning different styles of poetry. We wrote some fabulous cinquain poems about sunflowers. A cinquain poem includes a noun, verbs and adjectives.

 

Our topic was ‘Sunflowers’. We looked at lots of images of sunflowers and brainstormed words that captured their beauty and how they made us feel. This week’s Writer of the Week was Joan. We loved the way she used personification!

 

Sunflowers

Beautiful, Divine

Blooming, Dancing, Swinging

Dancing in the wind.

                                  Sunflowers

All our beautiful poems and wax crayon drawings are on display in our classroom.

Healthy Lifestyles

This term, we have been investigating what makes a healthy, balanced lifestyle. One of the components is a healthy diet.  We looked at the Australian Government’s Guide to healthy eating. Our plate should be filled with lots of vegetables and high fibre foods. Treats are ok sometimes and, in small amounts. We cut out pictures from food catalogues and created out own healthy eating plates.

 

Of course, there is more to a balanced lifestyle than just a healthy diet. Some of the other ideas we brainstormed in our teams were:

• Having fresh air to breathe
• Drinking lots of water
• Accessing first aid
• Exercise
• Having friends and trusted adults to share with
• Having a bath/shower regularly
• Looking after our teeth.

Fabulous Forces

This semester, we are learning about Physical Sciences. To celebrate Science Week, we joined 'forces' with Miss Ahern’s class to do some investigating; gravity, friction, buoyancy and magnetism. I wonder if you can find examples of these forces around the house? 

Fabulous forces from Tasha