Peer Mediation Distinction #10

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy  when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There weren't any  problems which makes it easier and is good.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which is where a lot of people again are.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed active thinking by walking around the areas the have more problems than others.


I was also being self aware by showing up on time.


I continued being a role model by playing games that are sensible.

Librarian Distinction #10

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by staing the whole time and not just walking out.

I was also being trustworthy by putting the books in the right areas

I have continued being a role model by helping others find the books they were looking for.

Treaty of Waitangi

Slide
Key Personalites doc
3 Articles doc
Compare and Contrast Map

I found out the the oringal copies of the treaty are in a archive in Wellington.

I would like to find out more about how the treaty was signed and how everyone got to sign the treaty.

Te reo, Term 4 2016

This term we have been learning all about the Marae. We have learned that…….

• The Marae is an important focal point for the community. 
• The Marae is a place where tradition and customs can be carried out. 
• The Marae is a place where people can express their values with dignity. 
• There are many kawa ( protocols) that prevail on the marae. 
• Marae kawa (protocols) can differ between maraes and iwi. 

We have focussed on some key concepts when doing this learning. 

These are listed and explained in the table below. 

Concept	Definition -  give the meaning of these concepts in your own words.
Tikanga	The way that you do thing Eg Karakia.
Pōwhiri	Welcoming people.
Tangata whenua	The local people who co
Manuhiri	Visitors.
Tūrangawaewae
Whanaungatanga	Relationship, sense of family connection. Belonging.
Manaakitanga	Care for someone's well being.
Aroha	Love.

See this video for an explanation of the roles and responsibilities of people on a marae. 

Something I would like to learn more about the marae is……...

Peer Mediation Distinction #9

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There were no problems which is way better than having people waiting in a line.
Firstly we went around the the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems. We mainly go on the junior side because they play mini games of soccer and the normally argue over the rules.
Secondly  we walked though the junior area and sandpit because the juniors sometimes have problems about someone pushing them or something.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed community by walking around the whole school.

I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.

I continued being a role model by showing everyone how you should ware a vest properly.

Librarian Distinction #9

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again, but there wasn't lots of books so it didn't take long.
The first type of books we did were the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are decided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Next we did type of books we did were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed active thinking by not arguing with Charlie to see who gets the computer.

I was also showing integrity by not letting some people go in front of others in the line.

I have continued being a role model by putting the books in the right places.

Technology Distinction #5

On Tuesday I went to technology in the mornings. I traveled on bus to Lincoln Primary School.
I was in wood work and it was my fourth time in is group.
Firstly I got my handle out of the cupboard and then I got a piece of p320 sandpaper for me to sand my handles.
Secondly I keep on sanding then I moved onto p600 then after a while I moved onto p1000 again after a while I moved onto p1500.
Next I had finished sanding my handle so the teacher gave me the sides of my tray.
After that I got a new piece of p80 to sand my sides.
Then it was time to pack up so I got a broom and swept the dust into a pile for someone to vacuum up.
Finally the teacher read out some riddles for us to try and answer.


I showed active thinking by using my time wisely.

I was also being an active thinker by not going up to a higher sanding paper after I have only done like one minute with the on before.

I continued being a role model by getting on the bus respectfully by not pushing.

Librarian Distinction #8

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves.

The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.

Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side and the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.

Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.

Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.

Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.

After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by communicating respectfully.

I was also being motivational by suggesting appropriate books.

I have continued being a role model by not being silly with the computer.

Getting Involved Distinction #4

On Wednesday I got involved at lunch by playing four square with my friends.
Firstly, four of us went into the painted squares and two people were in the line to go in next. Secondly we gave the king which is the person in the top square the ball and they would bounce it in there square then say go.
Next you had to try throw the ball into the other peoples squares without it going out.
We also passed another ball while we were waiting for our turn.
After that we keep going until the bell rang.

I showed  community by letting people  join in our game when they ask us if they could.

I also was showing integrity by playing fairly and being honest.

I continued to be a role model by whenever someone got out I didn't make fun of them because of what they did.

Peer Mediation Distinction #8

On Tuesday I had Peer Mediation with Jacinta and Hailey when it was time for our duty like normal we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There weren't any  problems on Tuesday which is better than having problems.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems, around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which includes the senior playground and there were a lot of people are.
Next we walk around the one basketball and  two netball courts to see if everyone was doing the right thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.

I showed active thinking by walking around the areas the have more problems than others.\

I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.

I continued being a role model by showing everyone what to do while walking around so the people could do the same.

Librarian Distinction #7

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by me on the computer and Charlie was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by me typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed excellence by helping Charlie at the desk with the books.

I was also being trustworthy by showing up on time.

I have continued being a role model by helping put books back when they were on the ground.

Peer Mediation Distinction #7

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Charlie when it was time for our duty like normal we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There weren't any  problems on friday which is better than having problems.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems, around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which inclues the senior playground and there were a lot of people are.
Next we walk around the one basketball and  two netball courts to see if everyone was doing the right thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.

I showed respect by staing the whole time and not just walking out.


I was also showing integrity by not just letting Charlie do all the work.


I continued being a role model by showing everyone what to do while walking around so the people could do the same.

Technology Distinction #3

On Tuesday I went to technology in the mornings. I traveled on bus to Lincoln Primary School. I was in the wood work group and it was my second time in this group.
Firstly I got two pieces of wood for my handles of my tray.
Secondly I drew the handles outline on the wood.
Next I got the teacher to cut the handles out without the hole in the middle.
After that I filed the handle so the shape would be better.
Then I sanded them with p 80 to start with make them smooth but I still need to sand it next week.
Finally I cleaned my area up so there wasn't as much dust.


I showed respect by helping others when the didn't no what to do.

I was also being trustworthy by not playing with all the tools.

I continued being a role model by cleaning my area as best as I could.

Assembly Distinction #2

After lunch, we had our whole school assembly. We started with our school waiata.
After that the kakano care cetificates got handed out, next the kauris got handed out.
Then Mrs Trotter handed out the silvers, After Mrs Trotter handed out the principles and bucket filler awards and they are chosen by your teacher they just choose one person in the class and they get that certifercate. Next she did the leadership badges like merits and excellences.
After that the class that was hosting the asscembly talked about what they had been doing.
Then  they asked if any teachers had any notices and Mr Forman had sprots notices to tell the kauri students which is me so I had to make sure I listened.
Then we got to go back to class to pack up.

I showed excellence by sitting up properly on the sits.

I was an active thinker by not talking when others are talking and focusing on the presentation.

I was continuing being a role model by listening in class to the teachers.

Peer Mediation Distinction #6

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Savannah and Sophie when it was time for our duty like normal we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There weren't any  problems once again which makes it easier and is good.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which is where a lot of people again are.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed respect by not walking though peoples games.


I was also being a active thinker by where to walk by knowing where must problems are.


I continued being a role model by wearing my vest properly.

Librarian Distinction #6

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Secondly we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Then we got asked to tape books which is where you tape the front back and the page before the middle, While I did that Charlie was stamping the books once I had taped them Charlie stamped them.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions chairs and books.
Next after all of that the bell rang to go back to class.

I showed respect by when we got asked to do the books we just did it.

I was also being motivational by suggesting appropriate books.

I have continued being a role model by helping others find the books they were looking for.

WALT: Solve simple linear equations.

Modeling book

My next step is solve word problems involving liner equations.

Anzac Day

Parliament

This term we have been learning about Parliament. We have looked at the difference between government and parliament, NZ parliament, who is in government, how our government works and we compared democracy to dictatorship.


Three things that I learned are NZ parliament are:

That the prime minester sits in the fourth sit on the right.

That the speacker can kick people out.

Theres 121 sits in parliament including the speakers.



 Compare and Contrast Map explaining the difference between democracy and dictatorship.

Technology Distinction #1

On Tuesday I went to technology in the mornings. I traveled on bus to Lincoln Primary School. I was in the sowing/design group and it was my last time for this year in this group.
Firstly I decided what I was going to make and I decided to make a small watermelon and strawberry. So I made paper patterns for them, then I cut the fabric out.
Next I sew them together, then I turned them inside out.
Then I hand stitched them together so the stuffing wouldn't come out.
After that I cut the thread off and tidied it up.
Finally It was time to pack up so I put all the thread back in the bag that I came from.

I showed community by helping others if they didn't know what to do.

I was also being resilient by not giving up on my things.

I continued being a role model by packing up my area properly.

Peer Mediation Distinction #5

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy  when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There weren't any  problems which makes it easier and is good.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which is where a lot of people again are.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed active thinking by walking around the areas the have more problems than others.


I was also being self aware by showing up on time.


I continued being a role model by playing games that are sensible.

Librarian Distinction #5

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by me on the computer and Charlie was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by me typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed excellence by helping Charlie at the desk with the books.

I was also being trustworthy by showing up on time.

I have continued being a role model by helping put books back when they were on the ground.

Peer Mediation Distinction #4

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy and Sophie when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There were no problems which is good again.
Firstly we went around the junior area encase any juniors had a problem.
Secondly we went went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems. Then we went around the senior side which is where a lot of people again are.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed community by walking around the whole school not just parts of it.


I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.


I continued being a role model by playing sensible games.

Librarian Distinction #4

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again, but there wasn't lots of books so it didn't take long.
The first type of books we did were the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are decided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Next we did type of books we did were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed active thinking by not arguing with Charlie to see who gets the computer.

I was also showing integrity by not letting some people go in front of others in the line.

I have continued being a role model by putting the books in the right places.

Librarian Distinction #3

 On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by staing the whole time and not just walking out.

I was also being trustworthy by putting the books in the right areas

I have continued being a role model by helping others find the books they were looking for.

Librarian Distinction #3

 On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves once again.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side that are dicided by the first three letters of the authors last name, the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by staing the whole time and not just walking out.

I was also being trustworthy by putting the books in the right areas

I have continued being a role model by helping others find the books they were looking for.

Peer Mediation Distinction #3

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Anneke  when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlards so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There were no isssues which is good again.
Firstly we went around the junior side of the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems. Secondly we went around the senior side which is where alot of people again are.
Then we went around the junior area because the little kids sometimes have problems.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed respect by not walking though peoples games.


I was also being an active thinker by where to walk by knowing where must problems are.


I continued being a role model by putting my things back in the right place.

Waterways

I can take action to improve the water cycle in Canterbury

In this project I was working with Anneke, Charlie, Maddy and Savannah and we decided to create a tv ad.

Here is a link what we made.

In this project we decided that our success criteria were: It need’s to have Humor, Catchy, Metaphor and similes to get your point across, Audio and video must match up and A bold main statement.
 

Overall our project met/do not meet this criteria because we made shore that we added all the criterias that we said it needed.

Drama

WALT apply the techniques of improvisation to a range of differentscenarios.

Improvisation TECHNIQUES that I have used successfully are, never say no.

Improvisation TECHNIQUES that I would like to have more practice at yes and.

The thing that I enjoyed most about this unit of learning was playing the games because they helped me be more confident.

The thing that I found most challenging during this unit of learning was drawing out characters that I didn't know because I had to ask what I should do.

My favourite improvisation game was party manic because it was fun coming up with what we were going to act out.

My next step/ something I need to work on further  in improvisation is getting up and acting more because I wasn't getting up if I didn't have to.

Maths

WALT: Communicate and interpret locations and directions, using compass directions, distances, and grid references.

Video

Peer Mediation Distinction #2

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlards so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There were no problems which is way better than having people waiting in a line.
Firstly we went around the the field because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems. We mainly go on the junior side because they play mini games of soccer and the normally argue over the rules.
Secondly  we walked though the junior area and sandpit because the juniors sometimes have problems about someone pushing them or something.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed community by walking around the whole school.


I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.

I continued being a role model by showing everyone how you should wair a vest properly.

Koru Games

The activity I did was netball.

My two highlights of the Koru games were:
1. Winning lots of games
2. There being chips that you could buy.

I am proud of coming 6th out of 32 teams because we only just lost to team that came second.

Next year I want to come a better place.

Librarian Distinction #2

 On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side and the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed active thinking by helping others find books.

I was also being resilient by not walking out on Charlie when it got to busy.

I have continued being a role model by not putting the books in the wrong place because I can't be bothered.

Identify Reflection, Rotation and Translation

WALT: Identify Reflection, Rotation and Translation.

Instructions:

1 First you rotate the 7 180 degrees and colour it in  red.

2 First rotate it 90 degrees clockwise then rotate it again three times.

Care

CARE: My progress so far

The CARE award that I am working towards is:  Silver

The one area of CARE that I am doing best in is respect because I have achieved a lot of ticks and highlights in respect.

The one area of CARE that I need to work harder in is active thinking  because I need to take more risk and do harder things.

To show my leadership qualities I am a role model to others in the CARE values by doing/showing these leadership traits: Integrity, trustworthy, resilient, active thinker, motivational and goal focused

On the CARE SOLO matrix below I am at this SOLO level Extended Abstract  because I can use all the care values on my own and role model them to others.

Prestructural	Unistructural	Multistructural	Relational	Extended Abstract
I am not aware of the CARE values yet.	I know what the CARE values mean.  I need help to use them.	I can use the CARE values. I need reminding to use them.	I can use the CARE values independently.	I can use the CARE values independently. I can role model to others how to use the CARE values.

Peer Mediation Distinction #1

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy when it was time for our duty we went and put our vests on and our landlords so that people knew that they could come to us if they had a problem.
There were no problems again which is still good.
Firstly we went around the the filed because there are always a lot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems. We mainly go on the junior side because they play mini games of soccer and the normally argue over the rules.
Secondly  we walked though the junior area and sandpit because the juniors sometimes have problems about someone pushing them or something.
Next we walk around the netball and basketball courts to see if everyone was doing the write thing. Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed respect by not walking through peoples games so that I don't interrupt them.


I was also showing integrity by not just letting Maddy do all the work.

I continued being a role model by showing everyone what to do while walking around so the people could do the same.

Librarian Distinction #1

 On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and back on the shelves.
The first type of books we started with were the picture books with just have one letter of the alphabet on the side, the shelves have the same so they match up.
Next we did the chapter books which have three letters on the side and the shelves have one letter but you put it in alphabetical order.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by Charlie typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by communicating respectfully.

I was also being motivational by suggesting appropriate books.

I have continued being a role model by not being silly with the computer.

Writing

WALT: write an information report on the waterway.

The water cycle is process that water goes through between land, sea and the atmosphere. The water is recycled throughout the the process. The water changes state throughout the process liquid, gas and solid. The steps in the water cycle are, evaporation, condensation, precipitation, runoff, groundwater and accumulation. 

One of the steps is evaporation  and it aceers when the sun heats up and the water in the ocean, lakes and rivers turn into gas also known as vapour. It is an invisible process that changes frozen water and liquids into vapour. In warmer places or hotter days evaporation is greater. Vapour in the air is called humidity. After the water turns into a gas it floats up to the sky and forms into a cloud which is called condensation.

After evaporation is condensation, then precipitation and it happens when the clouds get too heavy it rains. Condensation happens because of the temperature changes and when it is warmer more water vapour and cold less. Some of the water vapour in the cold air high in the sky just cannot stay as a gas, and condenses into liquid water droplets. The amount of precipitation that falls every year is different all around the world, in deserts it may only one inch per year while on mountains it could rain more than 600 inches per year. After precipitation the water goes into the ground and is called runoff and groundwater.

Next runoff is nothing but water running off the surface and groundwater is nothing but water under the ground. Even though some rainfall soaks into the ground, most of it flows over the lands surface. Runoff is where the water goes on the ground or under to go into the rivers lakes and the ocean. Water below your feet is moving all the time, water underground moves due to gravity, downwards and sideways.

Overall you need these five steps evaporation, condensation, precipitation, groundwater and runoff. The water is recycled so if some of the steps didn't happen like precipitation we might not be alive right now.

I can recognise and understand a variety of grammatical constructions and some rhetorical patterns

I can recognise and understand a variety of grammatical constructions and some rhetorical patterns

In this unit I have been learning about:

• The parts of speech.
• The types of nouns.
• The types of sentences.

In this unit, I found challenging learning all the different nouns.

Something new I learnt was how to identify the different types of nouns.

I can apply my knowledge of adverbial clauses and connectives to seehow ideas are linked in text.

I can apply my knowledge of adverbial clauses and connectives to see how ideas are linked in texts.

For reading I have been learning about adverbial clauses. I have found this learning interesting because I had know idea what it was and then I knew what it is and completed all the activitys.

In this activity Activity , I had to highlight which part of the sentenence was an adverbial clause.

Peer Mediation Excellence #10

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Maddy there were no problems again which is still good.
Firstly we went around the the filed because there are always alot of people on it so just to make sure there weren't any problems.
Secondly  we walked though the jumior area and sandpit because the juniors sometimes have problems about someone pushing them or something.
Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.


I showed respect by not walking through peoples games so that I don't interrupt them.


I was also showing integrity by not just letting maddy do all the work.

Technology Excellence #5

On Tuesday all of the year 7/8's go to Lincoln to do technology.
I'm in design and when I go there filled out a sheet that says what we wanted to get done that day.
Secondly I filled out two sheets of what I am going to make because I had finished my cushion last week so I made a badge.
Next I softened my fimo so it would be easier to work with.
Then I found some wood samples and made two crosses and stuck them together.
After that we stuck and ribbion in the middle.

I showed excellence by helping others with what they were making.

I also was being trustworthy by not wasting the fimo.

Librarian Excellence #10

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolly and but on the shelves.
Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.
Next we issued books out for people by CHarle typing in there name so that once I scan it the book will be out under there name.
Then we went around telling people that we were closing the library.
After that we went around tidying up the cushions, chairs and books.

I showed respect by communicating respectfully.

I was also being motivational by suggesting appropriate books.

Peer Mediation Excellence #9

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Grace there were no problems again which is still good.
Firstly we went though the junior area were little kids would sometimes come to you and say they have a problem but they caame to talk. Secondly  we walked around the field and senior playground once again to make sure no one had a problem.
Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.
After that we walked around the courts to take up time and to make sure there weren't any problems.

I showed community by walking around the whole school and not stay in one place.


I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.

Librarian Excellence #9

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and placing them were the numbers or letters say it goes.

Secondly we started returning books by Charlie was on the computer and I was scanning.

Next we issued books out for people it was really busy so it took a long time. 

Then we went around telling everyone that the library was closing.

After that we went around  tidying up everything.

I showed community by staying there the whloe time and not just walking out.

I was also being ttrustworthy by showing up on time.

Getting Involed Excelence #4

On wednesday  I got involved at morning tea by playing dog box with my friends. 

Firstly, we got   into a line behind the line. Secondly we went in the oder where everyone shot.

Next when you  missed you had to go into the dog box and if the next person got it in the you are out.

After that we keep going until the bell was about to ring. 

Before it did we played a game of king which is netball basically but it is the first person to get it in wins. 

Then we keep playing until the bell rang.

I showed  community by letting people  join in our game when they ask us if they could.

I also was showing integrity by playing fairly and being honest.

Reading

WALT: I can recognise and understand the features and structures of a wide variety of text types and forms.

The text types that we studied were:

• Poems.
• Stories/ narratives.
• Articles
• Websites

1. Each text type has different structures and features because: Some text's have different kind of features like false information and true information.

2. Two text types that I have enjoyed learning about are Poems and Stories/ narratives.       

  Story follow up

Poems follow up

Peer Mediation Excellence #8

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Charlie and Savannh there were no problems again which is still good.
Firstly we went though the junior area were little kids would sometimes come to you and say they have a problem but they caame to talk. Secondly  we walked around the field and senior playground once again to make sure no one had a problem.
Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.
After that we walked around the courts to take up time and to make sure there weren't any problems.

I showed community by walking around the whole school and not stay in one place.


I was also being trustworthy by showing up to my duty on time.

Librarian Excellence #8

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and placing them were the numbers or letters say it goes.
Secondly we returned this whole box of books which took us even longer because the computer went out of it when we only had a few more books to go so we had to do it again.
Next we placed all of those books back on the shelves where they are meant to go. Then we issued some books out for two people near the end .
After that we went around closing the library and tidying up everything.

I showed excellence by helping Charlie put the booksw back and making sure she didn't do all of the work.

I was also being self aware by turning up to my duty on time.

Technology Excellence #3

On Tuesday all of the year 7/8's go to Lincoln to do technology.  I'm in design and when we go there filled out a sheet that says what we wanted to get done that day.

Secondly we continued on with the this that we had started on the last week we were there and what I had already done was cut out the size of my cushion. 

Next I went to the word making machine and put a picture on and the letter C in the middle. Then I went onto a sowing machine and sowed it together.

I showed respect on the bus by not drawing or making holes on the bus.

I also was showing integrity by waiting my turn on the word make machine.

WALT: Use side or edge lengths to find the perimeters and areas ofrectangles, parallelograms, and triangles and the volumes of cuboids.

The best possible outcome

Problem 2 answer: 28 is the perimeter that is the lowest so the rectangle has a length of 8 and width of 6.
Problem 1 answer: 26 is the perimeter that is the lowest so the rectangle has a length of 9 and a width of 4.

Problem 3:

Problem 3 answer: 3 bags

Peer Mediation Excellence #7

On Friday I had Peer Mediation with Anneke there were no problems again which is still good. Firstly we walked around the field and senior playground once again to make sure no one had a problem.
Next we went though the junior area were little kids would sometimes come to you and say they have a problem but they just wanted to talk to us.
Then we when around the classrooms to see what people were doing and make sure they where in the right place.
After that we walked around the courts to take up time and to make sure there weren't any problems.

I showed community by not just telling the juniors to go away when they came up to us.


I was also being self aware by showing up to my duty on time.

Librarian Excellence #7

On Thursday I had Librarian with Charlie, when we got there we started off by going and getting the books off the trolley and placing them were the numbers or letters say it goes.
Secondly it turned out the juniors were doing some activities so once we had finished putting all the books away we could leave if we wanted.

Instead we stayed for a little bit to see what they were making and it turned out that they were making lanterns.

Firstly they drew what pattern the wanted on it. Secondly they went to see how they where supposed to cut it. Next we decided to leave.

I showed respect by when I was putting the books away not just walking though the juniors work.

I was also being trustworthy by staying at the library to make sure there wasn't anything else to do.

Getting Involved #2

Yesterday I got involved at morning tea by playing doctor pus with my friends. Firstly, we did 21 to see who was in. Secondly the tagger turned around and we chose a doctor and they can save people who have been tagged.
Next we played until the doctor was tagged and then the first person who got tagged was in next round. We only played in the middle third of the netball court because there weren't that many of us. Then when we had done a few rounds we decided to do some rounds of normal octopus instead. When we played that we did the same rules but there wasn't a doctor so it was harder because we couldn't get saved once we were tagged.

I showed  community by letting people  join in our game when they ask us if they could.

I also was showing integrity by playing fairly and being honest.

Term 2 Te Reo Reflection

Unistructural	Multistructural	Relational	Extended Abstract
I can say 1-5 words about celebrations in te Reo Maori.	With help, I can ask and answer several questions about celebrations, using te Reo Maori.	I can ask and answer several questions about celebrations,using Te Reo Maori.	I can ask and answer a range of questions about celebrations,using Te Reo Maori. I can teach others these questions and answers.

In Te Reo this term I have been learning about using vocabulary around food (Kai) and celebrations (Ngā hākari)

Here are some sentences, with english translation in brackets, that I can say confidently (list 3-4).

He aha te mea pai, ki a koe kei to pāti? (What do you like about your party?) 

He pai ki a koe te/ngā tīhi? Do you like cheese?

Kāore, e pai ki ahau te/ngā panana. I don’t like bananas.