Term 2 Whakamana | Empowerment | Stand up, Stand Out
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Nau mai, Hoki mai!
Welcome back to Term 2. I trust that you have had a relaxing break.
Our context for Term 2 is: Whakamana | Empowerment. Stand up, Stand Out.
Whakatauki - Ē tū Rangatira - Stand strong and LeadOur focus this term is how might we use our scientific understanding, so that we can solve everyday problems, so that we can show Innovation - No. 8 Wire - Kiwi Ingenuity
Kiwis are know for their ingenuity; we are famous for solving problems and creating new solutions with the things that are immediately available to us. Part of this innovation includes the use of chemistry, by using chemical reactions that are common in everyday life.
This term we will be focusing on what the world is made of, the nature of matter and how it behaves. We will also be developing our laboratory skills in a safe and responsibly way, doing heaps of chemistry practicals, and learning how to communicate our finding using scientific conventions.
