What's been happening this week?
REAL-WORLD MATHS
Over the past two weeks, the Year 5/6 students have been learning about estimation, measurement and metric conversions in Maths. Through a range of fun, hands-on learning experiences, students have developed their understanding of estimating lengths, masses and capacities, accurately measuring using a variety of tools, and converting between different units of measurement. These practical activities encouraged students to apply their mathematical thinking to real-world situations while building their confidence and problem-solving skills.
RECONNECTIONS IN 1/2
Our Year 1s and 2s have reconnected after the holidays through fun group activities that encourage teamwork, communication and cooperation. The focus has been on listening to others, taking turns, sharing ideas and working together positively.
THE ELEPHANT
The Year 3/4 students have been so engaged during Reading sessions, as we started our Class novel called The elephant.
Below are some writing pieces that were inspired by the text. We focused on the author’s craft and used similes and descriptive language to engage the reader.
“Scattered through the branches of the jacaranda tree, Olive could see the elephant staring at the big sky. She could smell the sadness in the kitchen. She could taste the bitter tears in her mouth. She could hear loud stomps echoing through the yard. She could feel the air swarming her face.” By Cami
“As I sat on the tree, the wind blew lightly across my cheeks. From the tree, the houses looked like Lego blocks and grandpa looked like a tiny ant! As my gaze went down, I saw the elephant. Suddenly, the elephant began to weigh everything down. Every day I saw the elephant and everyday I would wish it would disappear.” By Harry N
“Scattered through the branches of the jacaranda tree, Olive could see a neat bunch of houses- as neat as a classroom. A bird flying higher and higher until the bird looked like it was air. Olive looked up and saw the bright blue sky, as blue as the sea and white clouds as white as the snow.” By Tilly D
“High above the garden, to the top branch. Olive sits there and looks up at the sky, looking at the bird nearby- drifting away into the sky like its problems are all gone. Then Olive back down to her kitchen window as all the sunlight walks away from her thought of the elephant.” By Ivy D
CELEBRATING NAIDOC WEEK IN VISUAL ARTS
Our budding artists have kicked off the term by celebrating NAIDOC Week through creative artworks inspired by First Nations artists and art practices.
Students in Prep to Year 2 explored the inspiring work of the Tjanpi Desert Weavers, learning about their unique woven sculptures and the stories behind their art. They then created their own yarning sticks or sculptures using a range of materials and weaving techniques.
Students in Years 3–6 investigated the vibrant artwork of Jimmy Pike, discovering how he used colour, pattern and storytelling to share his experiences and culture. They then made their own scratch art paper before creating bold scratch art designs inspired by his distinctive style.
It has been wonderful to see our students engage with Aboriginal art and culture while developing their creativity and artistic skills. We hope you enjoy some of their finished masterpieces as well as process photos!
PUSH AND PULL FORCES
The 1/2’s this week have been out searching for push and pull forces in the classroom and in the playground. We were also lucky enough to see a senior PE class using push and pull forces while practicing some hockey skills! They were excellent force detectives, coming up with so many objects using push or pull forces in their school environment. I wonder what objects you can find in your own homes with push or pull forces?!
