14 September - 20 September

He kura tangata – He kura whānau

A person educated is a community educated

Kia ora.  Last week we looked at some political memes.  To understand them, we needed to use the skills we explored in English around static images.  The elements we consider when creating static images are the same that are used to interpret or understand political memes and advertising.  This is especially true when we look at how colours are used to indicate political parties.  One of the things we need to have knowledge of to do this successfully is the political system in New Zealand.  This week, we will be revising the system NZ uses to elect its government.  We will look at the major political parties, discover who has the vote (and what age limits there are)  and the process for holding an election in New Zealand.

Success Criteria: I can/have...

• Identify key people in the New Zealand Government
• Identify political parties through their use of symbol and colour
• know how seats in NZ Parliament are gained
• describe the voting system in NZ
• understand what a referendum is

PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

• We are PLANNING an electoral process so that we can understand the system of government in New Zealand and practise the proccess. Will we then be able to promote the electoral system in our homes and communities.