Section outline

    • PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

      FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:


      We are PLANNING a pamphlet, poster or video by choosing language that is appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.


      Success Criteria: I can...


      I can compose a range of text using language features effectively while sustaining a writing style

      which is appropriate for my audience.


      Knows Covered:

      KNOW: Text creators choose text structures to create meaning. These structures can be combined and recombined for particular effects. 


      KNOW: Language works at both denotative and connotative levels. There is a gap between the language we choose to convey an idea and how the idea is understood. Our language choices and how we interpret language can reveal our values and beliefs.

      Knows Assessed:


      KNOW: Language works at both denotative and connotative levels. There is a gap between the language we choose to convey an idea and how the idea is understood. Our language choices and how we interpret language can reveal our values and beliefs.


    This term your focus in Health and English has been water safety. 


    In Aotearoa New Zealand, water is important for identity, wellbeing, enjoyment, nourishment, and mahinga kai. It is important for us to develop positive relationships with water, including the skills and knowledge you need to be safe in, on, and around it.


    Task:

    This is an individual assessment. Create a digital pamphlet (A4), poster (A3) or video for students your age on the topic of water safety. 

    Submit your document both digitally on Mission Heights Online AND on paper as a printed version, or email/share your video to your teachers (Miss Tipene & Mr Shin). 


    Your pamphlet/poster/video must include the following:


    • What water safety is

    • Information on one of the following topics: Life jackets, lake/ocean/pools, water safety rules, the 4 R’s of a rescue, or rips (3 R’s)

    • Where to find help & advice

    • Explanations in your own words

    • Pictures/visuals that relate to your content

    • An eye-catching design, engaging and suitable for students of your age


    In English you will be assessed on:


    • Using effective visual techniques to attract the attention of the reader

    • Using effective verbal techniques to attract the attention of the reader

    • Giving a clear message in words to promote water safety

    • Using a variety of precise language to add detail to what is happening

    • Using effective images to support your message of promoting water safety

    • Using a writing style that is appropriate to the purpose and your audience