Celebrating Writing in

Year 4

In Term 2, students in Year 4 are learning about persuasive writing and the text, El Deafo by Cece Bell. Their task is to write a persuasive text about the importance of inclusion and understanding of classmates who are different. The winning texts, are featured in this newsletter. Well done to Ari in 4B, Kiana in 4C and Elijah in 3/4N. 

Have you ever been left out with no friends to play with? Well, it doesn’t feel nice, right? I know that it is certainly necessary to include and understand student’s differences because it can help with teamwork and communication, promotes belonging and acceptance and prevents loneliness and bullying. This is why we must not leave out students and include them in everything so it can help with their social life and mental health.

I know that all students in school must absolutely include all unique and different people because if we don’t, it can ruin teamwork and communication between people. This can really damage student’s learning and social life. Do you like it when students don’t succeed in learning? Or when they don’t communicate or aren’t good at teamwork? This is why we should include all students. 

Inclusivity promotes belonging and acceptance. If you can find the kindness in your heart, make sure that you always include others when playing. When you do, it can prevent students from feeling like they don’t belong or aren’t accepted for who they are or don’t feel like they are good enough for other students to play with. 

Including others prevents loneliness and bullying. This means that when you include others, it can stop students from playing by themselves. When you have friends, they can help you not get bullied as they can stand up for you or help with the situation. This is why including others is super important so it can help with loneliness and bullying.

In conclusion, as you can see there are many disasters that could happened if you don’t include others. This is why you must include students in everything we do and let students play with you. When we do, we can be together and have love and peace for everyone.

- By Kiana 4C

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be left out? I have. But as I made my way to Year 4, I found friends who accepted me. That’s why I believe we should include everyone— and when I say “everyone,” I mean it! Just like Cece, a girl with a brave heart as strong as a mountain, we must stand up for ourselves and show courage. If someone is being unkind, ignore them and speak to a teacher. It doesn’t matter if you’re unique, wear a hearing aid, or are visually impaired—everyone is special in their own way.

When Cece started Kindergarten, she felt anxious. But her courage helped her through. Even when she struggled, she never gave up—that’s what made her El Deafo. At times, she felt like she was trapped in a bubble. But she soon learned that it’s not about how you look -it’s about who you are on the inside.

Cece showed bravery again and again. Like when she hurt herself but didn’t cry, or when she asked to turn on the light at a sleepover, even though she was scared her friends might get upset. Her bravery shows us that it’s okay to speak up.

So here’s my question: Why should we ever exclude someone just because they are different? We shouldn’t. Instead, next time you see someone sitting alone, start a conversation. Ask them to join your game. Be kind. Because when we’re all friends, we all win.

- Elijah 3/4N

Have you ever felt left out before?

If not, then you need to listen to this paragraph:

People who have moved to another school or a new neighbourhood will not know anyone and will start to feel very lonely, but you a student who knows everyone should include them to make them feel alright with their new school and you.

If you see a new student who is just watching other kids that they do not know play their game, you should invite them to play as well. They will get comfortable with their new school and the other kids all around them. You can also help them if they get bullied. Help them so you can have a stronger relationship with them. They can now feel more welcomed into their new school.

Another thing is bullying. If you see a new kid getting bullied help them. Tell the bullies to stop and be kind. You can ask them if they are okay and if they are, then try to play with them and ask if they want to play with you. This can build a strong relationship with them.

Introduce them to your old friends and say you've got a new friend if you need one. If you see a new student looking lonely, then go up to them and have a nice chat with them. Ask them if they would want to be friends and to play with you so that you can have a relationship with them and they can get comfortable with their new school and feel welcomed.

- By Ari 4B