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  • Kia ora whānau! 

    Haere rā ki te Term Two! (Welcome to Term Two!)

    We hope you all had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday break. We're excited to see you all back in class and hear about your adventures.

    This term promises to be full of new learning and exciting activities. Get ready to whakamā te reo (practice your te reo) and stretch your brains!

    See you all bright and early tomorrow!

    Mā te wā (Have a great day!)

    Learning Intentions:

    • Students will deepen their understanding of Remembrance Day and its significance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
    • Students will analyse the poem "The Inquisitive Mind of a Child" to identify themes of loss, sacrifice, and the importance of remembering.
    • Students will explore how figurative language contributes to the poem's meaning and emotional impact.

    Success Criteria:

    • Students can explain the significance of Remembrance Day in their own words.
    • Students can identify and explain the use of figurative language (simile, metaphor) in "The Inquisitive Mind of a Child".
    • Students can analyse how the poem presents themes of loss, sacrifice, and remembering.

    Our Independent Novel Study:


    This term, you'll be embarking on an exciting adventure through independent novel studies! To navigate your journey through the world of your chosen book, we'll be using a tracking document to capture key elements of the story and your growing understanding.

    Here's a breakdown of what you'll be tracking:

    Chapter Summary (2-5 sentences):

    Briefly summarise the main events and plot points of each chapter.

    Capture who, what, when, where, and why.

    Aim for 2-5 clear sentences that condense the chapter's essence.

    Significant Event:

    Identify and note down the most important or impactful event in each chapter.

    This could be a major revelation, a turning point in the plot, or a pivotal moment for a character.

    Briefly explain why this event is significant.

    Character Development:

    Track how characters evolve and change throughout the story.

    Did a character learn a lesson? Did their personality shift?

    Note down specific instances that showcase this development.

    Wonderings and Predictions:

    This is your space for curiosity!

    As you read, jot down any questions you have about the story or characters.

    What remains a mystery? What do you think might happen next?

    Your predictions can be based on clues from the text or your own intuition.

    Vocabulary:

    Encountered new or interesting words while reading?

    Write them down here along with their definitions.

    This will expand your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of the text.

    Remember:

    This tracking document is your personal companion through the novel.

    Use it to engage with the story, analyse the plot, and track your own understanding.

    Feel free to add your own notes, thoughts, or connections to the story!

    Happy reading, explorers!