Specialists Updates
Messages from our Specialist team (P.E., Art, Music, Performing Arts and Mandarin) and Library...
- We have a busy term ahead of us in specialist classes.
- Please find an overview of what each year level will be learning about below.
Music
| Class | Topics |
|---|---|
| Prep | Elements of Music (level 1) - Beat, rhythm, pitch, tempo, dynamics, timbre and form. Instrument Focus - Voice, body percussion, rhythm sticks, boom whackers, djembe, marimba and auxiliary percussion. |
| Years 1 and 2 | Elements of Music (level 2) - Beat, rhythm, pitch, tempo, dynamics, timbre and form. Instrument Focus - Voice, boom whackers, djembe, marimba, xylophone, metallophone auxiliary percussion. |
| Years 3 and 4 | Rhythm From Around the World (Level 1 & 2) - Rhythm skills Instrument Focus - Various percussion instruments.
SMPS Classroom Music Instrument Programs (Level 1 & 2) - Marimba, kalimba and guitar. |
| Years 5 and 6 | Rhythm From Around the World (Level 3 & 4) - Rhythm skills Instrument Focus - Various percussion instruments.
SMPS Classroom Music Instrument Programs (Level 3 & 4) - Marimba, kalimba and guitar. |
Performing Arts
| Class | Topics |
|---|---|
| Prep | What is drama? - Dramatic techniques of mime - Monologues - Improvisation |
| Years 1 and 2 | What is drama? - Dramatic techniques of mime - Monologues - Improvisation |
| Years 3 and 4 | Introduction to the Elements of Drama - scripted plays - Musical theatre - Monologues - Improvisation and exploring independence |
| Years 5 and 6 | Introduction to the Elements of Drama - scripted plays - Musical theatre - Monologues - Improvisation and exploring independence |
Physical Education
| Class | Topics |
|---|---|
| Prep | - Sports Day Activities - Striking - Student Choice |
| Years 1 and 2 | - Sports Day Activities - Striking - Student Choice |
| Years 3 and 4 | - Basketball - Dodgeball - Sports Day Activities - Student Choice |
| Years 5 and 6 | - Dodgeball - Beach Volleyball - Sports Day Activities - Student Choice |
Visual Arts
| Prep | - Play Doh - Plasticine modelling - Clay Pinch Pots - Crafting - Holiday/festive activities |
| Years 1 and 2 | - Play Doh - Plasticine modelling - Clay - Crafting - Holiday/festive activities |
| Years 3 and 4 | - Personal Project: Students will plan, create and present an artwork of their choosing - Clay - Holiday/festive activities |
| Years 5 and 6 | - Personal Project: Students will plan, create and present an artwork of their choosing - Clay - Graduation artworks (Grade 6's) - Holiday/festive activities |
Mandarin
| Class | Topics |
|---|---|
| Prep | Review Numbers and Body Parts Family Members |
| Years 1 and 2 | Chinese Culture Studies — Major Cities -Explore the geographical locations, cultural features, and historical backgrounds of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Foshan, and Chengdu. Chinese Food and Etiquette -Learn about different types of traditional Chinese foods and their preparation methods. -Introduce dining etiquette and customs, incorporating role-play activities. |
| Years 3 and 4 | Chinese Culture Studies — Major Cities -Delve deeper into the historical sites and modern developments of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Foshan, and Chengdu. -Conduct group projects to research and present the unique features of a chosen city. Traditional Chinese Crafts and History -Study the history and cultural significance of traditional crafts (e.g., paper cutting, pottery). -Organise hands-on craft sessions to experience the beauty of these traditional techniques. |
| Years 5 and 6 | Chinese Culture Studies — Major Cities -Research the traditional and modern cultures of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Foshan, and Chengdu. -Compare and contrast the unique aspects of each city. Comparing Cultures and Customs -Explore cultural practices and customs from different countries, identifying similarities and differences. Traditional Chinese Crafts and History -Investigate the preservation and evolution of traditional crafts in modern times. |