Learning in J06

Junior School J06 MacDonald is sharing the learning taking place in their class…

In J06, we have started the term learning about the concept of Subtraction.

We met Andy Addition’s friend, Susie Subtraction, who has taught us how to take numbers away to find the difference.

We have been learning various strategies such as counting backwards, using counters to take away from given amounts, crossing out pictures to work out ‘how many’ remaining and using number lines.

The students enjoyed conducting a hands-on ‘playdough smash’ subtraction activity, where they had to roll up a particular number of playdough balls, then squash the balls that they were taking away. They conducted this activity in pairs which encouraged wonderful team work and cooperation.

During our current Science Inquiry Unit we have been learning about the concept of Seasons and Time.  The students have taken part in some involved discussions surrounding ‘What creates day and night?’ and ‘What we might see that is the same and/or different during the day time and night time? They created some wonderful day/night collages and drew lovely detailed pictures of day and night time scenes.

J06 have also enjoyed spending time with their Grade Four buddies. During week two they spent time together outdoors conducting a Scavenger Hunt in the Garden Area.

The groups were given a list of items to find and were asked to tick them off their list as they found them.  It was fantastic watching the Grade Four students support and guide their buddies through the activity, allowing them to feel a sense of achievement and partnership throughout the learning process. Well done!