19 August - 25 August

9M2 Wheel Decide                        

                                                                    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

We are FOCUSING on symbolism by explaining the effects of conventions in a written/visual text.

We are FOCUSING on grammar by explaining the effects of conventions in a written/visual text.

We are EXPLORING Matauranga Maori by interpreting how texts in Aotearoa New Zealand provide a lens on our unique cultural heritage.

                                                                                    Success Criteria:

• I can compose a range of text using language features effectively while sustaining a writing style which is appropriate for my audience.
• I can identify the different uses of language in a range of text.
  • I can identify themes, messages and opinions within the text/s which reflect our unique cultural heritage.

Knows Covered:

KNOW: Codes, conventions, and features of different types of texts are often subtle and able to be flexibly applied. Recognising them and the effects they have in different types of texts supports the analysis and crafting of texts.

KNOW: Aotearoa New Zealand has unique literary traditions shaped by tangata whenua, tangata Tiriti, and those who have come from around Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa. These traditions help me understand and contribute to the uniqueness of this place.

• You will first watch this   about what is symbolism?
• Then look at all of the words on slide 6 of the "Symbolism Slideshow." For each word write what you think it is a symbol of in your English books.
• Afterwards, look at this link about Maori poems. Choose 3 of those poems and write what they are about and what they symbolise. Then write 3 poems which are about the same things.
• After that, choose another country from around the world or your own culture if you are not Maori. Search 3 of the poems from that country and write what they are about and what they symbolise. Then write 3 poems which are about the same things.
• Finally, draw, label and colour a picture of what the poems you wrote about are in your English books to AT LEAST A YEAR NINE STANDARD.

                                                                                               Tuesday

• You will first watch this   about does grammar matter?
• Then on slide 5 of the "Grammar Slideshow" you will see a list of sentences with wrong grammar in them. Write the sentences with the correct grammar into your English books.
• After that, using this link summarise the important points about grammar in your English book.
• Afterwards, create a piece of writing with a minimum of 150 words with the wrong grammar. Then give it to another student to see if they can correct it with the right grammar.
• Finally, draw, label and colour a picture of what you have written to AT LEAST A YEAR EIGHT STANDARD.

                                                                                              Thursday

• Firstly, you will watch this   of learning about matauranga Maori.
• Then you will read this article about “How mātauranga Māori is being rolled out in schools, Rangi Mātāmua explains the knowledge system” on slide 2 of the "Matauranga Maori Knowledge Slideshow."
• Afterwards, you will answer the multiple choice questions.
• After that, you will answer the short answer questions.
• The long answer questions will be answered following that.
• You will then write your reflection in response to the article.
• You will need to write 2-3 things you notice and 2-3 things you wonder.
• Finally, you will fill in the connecting bubbles with concepts, ideas, questions, and details that connect the image to the reading.