Weekly outline

  • General

  • 31 January - 6 February

  • 7 February - 13 February

    Term 1: Week 2


    Welcome!

    Hello and welcome back 7W2! I hope you all had a fantastic holiday and I can't wait to hear all about it. 

    I look forward to getting to know you all this year as we move towards an enriching and rewarding 2022. This year, English classes will involve building on what you have learnt last year as well as an exploration of new and exciting topics. 

    Our context for this term is "Kia Hono" . This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into who we are and our place at MHJC.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Introduction to creative writing (2 WEEKS)

    - Film study (2 WEEKS)

    - Film Analysis (2 WEEKS)

    - Assessment ONE* (3 WEEKS) Creative response to text

    - Procedural writing (1 WEEK)


    * Something about me: I’m a HUGE advocate of choice. Therefore, I take into account your opinions and interests when I design a plan for the term so if most of you would rather not do a creative response to a text, there will be other options we can discuss and explore.

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Creative writing

    • Free writing and the creative process

    • Using prompts 

    • Creative structure

    • Editing 

    2) Analysing film study techniques 

    3) Understand the meaning of the director's purpose

    4) Create our own pieces of written responses using the knowledge we have gained through film analysis

    5) Name the conventions and recognize the language features and techniques used in the film - using these to create our own short films

    6) Draft and edit our own procedural writing for technology


    Activities for week

    Get to know each other!

    Explore the context.

    Connect with E-learning platforms.

  • 14 February - 20 February

    Refer to week 2 :D


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING personal identity by investigating my own cultural and personal identity
    • We are EXPLORING creative processes and writing with emotion to convey feeling
  • 21 February - 27 February

  • 28 February - 6 March

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on responding to the film ‘Wonder’ by using an increasing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts
      • We are FOCUSED on responding to the film ‘Wonder’ by recognising the purpose and audience of the text.
      • We are FOCUSED on responding to the film ‘Wonder’ by explaining the ideas in the film.
      • We are FOCUSED on integrating our culture & identity in our creation (mask, song, story, poem etc.)

    Term 1: Week 5


    Creative Writing

    Our context for this term is "Kia Hono" . This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into who we are and our place at MHJC.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Introduction to creative writing (2 WEEKS)

    - Film study (2 WEEKS)

    - Film Analysis (2 WEEKS)

    - Assessment ONE* (3 WEEKS) Creative response to text

    - Procedural writing (1 WEEK)


    * Something about me: I’m a HUGE advocate of choice. Therefore, I take into account your opinions and interests when I design a plan for the term so if most of you would rather not do a creative response to a text, there will be other options we can discuss and explore.

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Creative writing

    • Free writing and the creative process

    • Using prompts 

    • Creative structure

    • Editing 

    2) Analysing film study techniques 

    3) Understand the meaning of the director's purpose

    4) Create our own pieces of written responses using the knowledge we have gained through film analysis

    5) Name the conventions and recognize the language features and techniques used in the film - using these to create our own short films

    6) Draft and edit our own procedural writing for technology


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 7 March - 13 March

    Term 1: Week 6 

    Refer to week 5 :D



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to view the film and analyse the themes so that we can have a better understanding of friendships and new beginings
  • 14 March - 20 March

  • 21 March - 27 March



    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to view the film and analyse the themes so that we can have a better understanding of friendships and new beginnings

    Term 1: Week 8


    Assessment 1

    Our context for this term is "Kia Hono" . This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into who we are and our place at MHJC.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Introduction to creative writing (2 WEEKS)

    - Film study (2 WEEKS)

    - Film Analysis (2 WEEKS)

    - Assessment ONE* (3 WEEKS) Creative response to text

    - Procedural writing (1 WEEK)


    * Something about me: I’m a HUGE advocate of choice. Therefore, I take into account your opinions and interests when I design a plan for the term so if most of you would rather not do a creative response to a text, there will be other options we can discuss and explore.

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Creative writing

    • Free writing and the creative process

    • Using prompts 

    • Creative structure

    • Editing 

    2) Analysing film study techniques 

    3) Understand the meaning of the director's purpose

    4) Create our own pieces of written responses using the knowledge we have gained through film analysis

    5) Name the conventions and recognize the language features and techniques used in the film - using these to create our own short films

    6) Draft and edit our own procedural writing for technology


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 28 March - 3 April

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to view the film and analyse the themes so that we can have a better understanding of friendships and new beginnings

    Term 1: Week 9

    ASSESSMENTS DUE THIS 


  • 4 April - 10 April

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING and critiquing our writing as well as evaluating and determining our next steps
  • 11 April - 17 April

    TERM 1: WEEK 11 


    LAST WEEK OF TERM 1

  • 18 April - 24 April


  • 25 April - 1 May


  • 2 May - 8 May


    Term 2: Week 1


    Context: Staying Safe

    Our context for this term is "Staying Safe". This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into how we are able to stay safe at school and online.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Revisiting PEEL paragraphs (2 WEEKS)

    - Short skits & scriptwriting (2 WEEKS)

    - Presentation skills & speeches (3 WEEKS)

    - Debating protocol & constructing effective arguments (3 WEEKS)

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Construct persuasive essays

    2) Adapt and use oral presentation skills

    3) Build confidence in expressing our voices

    4) Create detailed and well-researched arguments 

    5) Present our ideas about safety through our writing and with our voices


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 9 May - 15 May

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING concepts of safety in schools and online
    • We are EXPLORING using our voice to convey our ideas

    Term 2: Week 2


    Context: Staying Safe Online

    Our context for this term is "Staying Safe". This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into how we are able to stay safe at school and online.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Revisiting PEEL paragraphs (2 WEEKS)

    - Short skits & scriptwriting (2 WEEKS)

    - Presentation skills & speeches (3 WEEKS)

    - Debating protocol & constructing effective arguments (3 WEEKS)

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Construct persuasive essays

    2) Adapt and use oral presentation skills

    3) Build confidence in expressing our voices

    4) Create detailed and well-researched arguments 

    5) Present our ideas about safety through our writing and with our voices


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 16 May - 22 May

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING concepts of safety in schools and online
    • We are EXPLORING using our voice to convey our ideas

    REFER TO WEEK 2 :D

  • 23 May - 29 May

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by developing our understanding of 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by choosing suitable strategies to deal with those 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by identifying the elements of social media.
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by developing our understanding of online safety.

    Term 2: Week 4


    Context: Staying Safe

    Our context for this term is "Staying Safe". This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into how we are able to stay safe at school and online.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Revisiting PEEL paragraphs (2 WEEKS)

    - Short skits & scriptwriting (2 WEEKS)

    - Presentation skills & speeches (3 WEEKS)

    - Debating protocol & constructing effective arguments (3 WEEKS)

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Construct persuasive essays

    2) Adapt and use oral presentation skills

    3) Build confidence in expressing our voices

    4) Create detailed and well-researched arguments 

    5) Present our ideas about safety through our writing and with our voices


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 30 May - 5 June

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by developing our understanding of 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by choosing suitable strategies to deal with those 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by identifying the elements of social media.
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by developing our understanding of online safety.


    REFER TO WEEK 4

  • 6 June - 12 June

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by developing our understanding of 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Bullying' by choosing suitable strategies to deal with those 'Bullying Behaviours.'
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by identifying the elements of social media.
    • We are FOCUSING...on 'Communication' by developing our understanding of online safety.

    Term 2: Week 6


    Context: Debating

    Our context for this term is "Staying Safe". This concept is great because it is open to interpretation in that we are able to use many avenues to explore the topic. To me, it is a look into how we are able to stay safe at school and online.

    The overall working plan for English this term will look something like this using the term context as a slight guide: *

    - Revisiting PEEL paragraphs (2 WEEKS)

    - Short skits & scriptwriting (2 WEEKS)

    - Presentation skills & speeches (3 WEEKS)

    - Debating protocol & constructing effective arguments (3 WEEKS)

    Success Criteria for Term 1: We are learning to...

    1) Construct persuasive essays

    2) Adapt and use oral presentation skills

    3) Build confidence in expressing our voices

    4) Create detailed and well-researched arguments 

    5) Present our ideas about safety through our writing and with our voices


    Activities for week

    Refer to Google Classroom


  • 13 June - 19 June

    Term 2: Week 7

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.

    Kia Ora Y7.  This week, we move over to speeches. Last week, I asked you to think of certain topics for speech that you are passionate about. This week, we will study and discuss what goes into an effective speech. You will plan your speech using the given planning template. Remember it has to be your own speech. You will write it YOURSELF. Have a look at the speech exemplars under resources though you need to have your own ideas for your speech. You will present your speeches as your Assessment 2.

    You are required to construct and deliver an oral presentation of about 2 to 4 minutes in a formal setting. You can choose your own topic but the subject of your presentation could also be from the following:

    • a theme studied in class

    • a topical issue that arises from wide reading

    • something related with the context of Term 1 or Term 

    Collaboration: The speech topic can be your own choice OR from what you have learnt in Term 1 or 2 in English, Global Studies, P.E./Health, Science and/or Math. Speak to your Learning Areas' teachers to see if you can pick a topic. 

    Big Idea: Staying Safe-Kia Noho Haumaru 

    Activities:

    -Finalising our speech topic

    -Learning how to write a good speech

    Success Criteria:

    Ideas

    I have attempted to present some relevant ideas

    I have presented some relevant ideas with basic details


    I have presented some relevant ideas with sufficient details


    I have presented relevant ideas with supporting example

    Content, Language & Purpose

    I have used some structure to prepare content which is appropriate for language and purpose

    I have begun to structure content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have cohesively structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    Presentation

    I have spoken audibly

    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with limited success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with some success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques successfully


    Resources: 

    Template for speech planning/writing

    https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zv7fqp3/articles/z4w96v4



  • 20 June - 26 June

    Term 2: Week 8

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.

    Activities: 

    -easTTle reading test on Tuesday

    -Learning about Persuasive Writing

    -Writing the 'introduction' of the speech

    Success Criteria:

    Ideas

    I have attempted to present some relevant ideas

    I have presented some relevant ideas with basic details


    I have presented some relevant ideas with sufficient details


    I have presented relevant ideas with supporting example

    Content, Language & Purpose

    I have used some structure to prepare content which is appropriate for language and purpose

    I have begun to structure content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have cohesively structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    Presentation

    I have spoken audibly

    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with limited success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with some success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques successfully

    Resources:

    Different ways of starting your speech:

    • Question
    • Story
    • Quote
    • Surprising statement
    • Personal anecdote or experience
    • Humor
    Source: https://www.genardmethod.com/blog/bid/142073/how-to-start-a-speech-12-foolproof-ways-to-grab-your-audience

  • 27 June - 3 July

    Term 2:Week 9
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.

    Activities:

    -Using the given template, writing our speech.

    -Using language devices, sequence markers and persuasive techniques in our speech.

    Success Criteria:

    Ideas

    I have attempted to present some relevant ideas

    I have presented some relevant ideas with basic details


    I have presented some relevant ideas with sufficient details


    I have presented relevant ideas with supporting example

    Content, Language & Purpose

    I have used some structure to prepare content which is appropriate for language and purpose

    I have begun to structure content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have cohesively structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    Presentation

    I have spoken audibly

    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with limited success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with some success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques successfully


    Resources: 

    Use the given template and last week's resources.


  • 4 July - 10 July

    Term 2: Week 10

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.

    Activities:

    -Completing speech writing.

    -Uploading the speech on MHOL>Link in the first week of Term 3>25th to 31st July (Last date to submit-7th July)

    For your information, I am including the following dates so you have it all in writing:

    • Term 2: Week 10 -speech written and edited, PDF uploaded on MHOL, cue cards printed

    • Term 2 Holidays -memorise your speech

    • Term 3:Week 1/2 –All three sessions-presentation of speech 

    • Term 3:Week 3 –Resubmissions; if any

    • Term 3:Week 4 -Inter-whanau speech Semifinals & Finals 

    This week, your goal is to have the speech finalised and signed off by me. Upload a PDF on MHOL. That means, you can not make any change to your speech after this. Also, get your cue cards ready and you are good to go from there.

    Success Criteria:

    Ideas

    I have attempted to present some relevant ideas

    I have presented some relevant ideas with basic details


    I have presented some relevant ideas with sufficient details


    I have presented relevant ideas with supporting example

    Content, Language & Purpose

    I have used some structure to prepare content which is appropriate for language and purpose

    I have begun to structure content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    I have cohesively structured content and used appropriate language for audience and purpose


    Presentation

    I have spoken audibly

    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with limited success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques with some success


    I have spoken audibly, using oral language techniques successfully


    Resources:

    PPT on 'Public Speaking Skills'

    Use the following notes when you practice your speech: 

    Just as words form the spoken language to communicate a message, the way we stand, where we look, how we move our hands and the tone of our voice form the body language.

    Eye Contact

    • Look at your audience before you begin
    • look at several people throughout the audience (If you find this really difficult, look at the top of the heads of the people in the back row, then at least your voice will carry to everyone in the audience)

    Presentation Voice

    • Take a deep breath

    • begin speaking in a voice louder than your usual conversation voice

    Set Your Hands

    • Hold your cue cards loosely in one hand

    • Hold your hands together

    • Keep them about waist high in front of you

    • Set your feet

    • Place your feet & shoulder wide apart

    • Balance your weight evenly on both feet.


  • 11 July - 17 July

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  • 18 July - 24 July


  • 25 July - 31 July

    Term 3: Week 1

    Kia Ora Y7. Welcome back to school in Term 3. I hope you all had a refreshing holiday and ensured that you practiced your speech. This week, you will present your speech. Remember to time your speech well between 2 and 4 minutes.

    This is going to be your Assessment for Term 3. You will be graded on your ideas, content and presentation.

    Big Idea: Staying Safe-Kia Noho Haumaru 


    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.

            Activities:

      1. Memorising your speech.

      2. Keeping your cue cards ready.

      3. Spending a lot of time on practicing your speech.

      4. Presenting your speech.

      Resources:

      You may like to use the following notes for your presentation:

      Just as words form the spoken language to communicate a message, the way we stand, where we look, how we move our hands and the tone of our voice form the body language.

      Eye Contact

    • Make eye contact with your audience 

    • look at several people throughout the audience

    • (if you find this really difficult, look at the top of the heads of the people in the back row, then at least your voice will carry to everyone in the audience)

            Presentation Voice

    • Take a deep breath

    • begin speaking in a voice louder than your usual conversation voice

    Set Your Hands

    • Hold your cue cards loosely in one hand

    • Hold your hands together

    • Keep them about waist high in front of you

    • Set your feet

    • Place your feet & shoulder wide apart

    • Balance your weight evenly on both feet.

  • 1 August - 7 August

    Term 3: Week 2

    This week, we continue to present our speeches to the class. 


    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSED on expressing our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic by planning and constructing an oral presentation.
      • We are FOCUSED on effective public speaking by understanding, discussing and applying the features of verbal language, body language for making an oral presentation.
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING to construct a Verbal text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
      • We are PLANNING to deliver an oral presentation so that we can express our ideas, opinions and thoughts on our chosen topic.

    Activities:

      1. Memorising your speech.

      2. Keeping your cue cards ready.

      3. Spending a lot of time on practicing your speech.

      4. Presenting your speech.


  • 8 August - 14 August

    Term 3: Week 3

    BIG IDEA: IT'S ALL FUN & GAMES (COMMON WEALTH GAMES)

    This week, we begin our Term 3 context. You will be reading stories about Commonwealth countries and athletes. You will also improve your writing skills this term and learn about different purposes of writing. Later in the term, you will act as reporters, journalist, blogger etc. and write about Wai Whanau Games. This will be different for everybody depending on your member country and the events you choose to write about.

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING...Commonwealth Games by analysing a range of verbal & visual texts
      • We are EXPLORING....Commonwealth Games by investigating the life stories of famous athletes.
      • We are EXPLORING… Written Communication by integrating different strategies, language features and techniques in our writing

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by ​integrating sources of information, processes and strategies confidently to identify, form, and express ideas
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by selectingdeveloping and communicating ideas on a range of topics
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by using a range of language features appropriately, showing an increasing understanding of their effects.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by organising texts, using a range of appropriate structures.

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to select and use relevant and appropriate ideas, language features and structures so that we can confidently write for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Unpacking Term 3 Context 'It's All Fun & Games.'

    -Reading about 'Commonwealth Games.'

    -Speech presentations and resubmissions

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    http://www.youngcommonwealth.org/our-story/

  • 15 August - 21 August

    Term 3: Week 4

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING...Commonwealth Games by analysing a range of verbal & visual texts.

    Activities:

    -Reading about 'Commonwealth Countries.'

    -Understanding how those countries are different but come together for common cause.

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    http://www.youngcommonwealth.org/different-but-together/


  • 22 August - 28 August

    Term 3: Week 5

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING...Commonwealth Games by analysing a range of verbal & visual texts
      • We are EXPLORING… Written Communication by integrating different strategies, language features and techniques in our writing

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by ​integrating sources of information, processes and strategies confidently to identify, form, and express ideas
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Learning how to 'Compare & Contrast'

    -'Comparing & Contrasting two articles'

    -Comparing different Commonwealth countries.

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:
    -PPT on 'Compare & Contrast'

    -'Compare & Contrast' vocabulary

    -Two articles to 'Compare & Contrast'

  • 29 August - 4 September

    Term 3: Week 6

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING...Commonwealth Games by analysing a range of verbal & visual texts
      • We are EXPLORING… Written Communication by integrating different strategies, language features and techniques in our writing

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by ​integrating sources of information, processes and strategies confidently to identify, form, and express ideas
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Learning about New Zealand Commonwealth Stars.

    -Learning 'Descriptive Writing' (Place)

    -Describing a jungle/forest

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:
    https://teara.govt.nz/en/olympic-and-commonwealth-games/page-10
    Descriptive writing resources


  • 5 September - 11 September

    Term 3: Week 7

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING....Commonwealth Games by investigating the life stories of famous athletes.
      • We are EXPLORING… Written Communication by integrating different strategies, language features and techniques in our writing
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by selecting, developing and communicating ideas on a range of topics
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to select and use relevant and appropriate ideas, language features and structures so that we can confidently write for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Learning about World famous Commonwealth athletes.

    -Learning 'Descriptive Writing' (Person).

    -Describing a person from our class.

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_YpK9Oqzn4

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW5MHguRSIY

    https://www.twinkl.co.nz/teaching-wiki/descriptive-writing-describe-a-person 

    (How to describe a person)


  • 12 September - 18 September

    Term 3: Week 8

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

      • We are EXPLORING...Commonwealth Games by analysing a range of verbal & visual texts
      • We are EXPLORING....Commonwealth Games by investigating the life stories of famous athletes.
      • We are EXPLORING… Written Communication by integrating different strategies, language features and techniques in our writing
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by ​integrating sources of information, processes and strategies confidently to identify, form, and express ideas
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by selecting, developing and communicating ideas on a range of topics
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by using a range of language features appropriately, showing an increasing understanding of their effects.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by organising texts, using a range of appropriate structures.
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to select and use relevant and appropriate ideas, language features and structures so that we can confidently write for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Presenting our work from last week on 'Famous Athletes.'

    -Presenting our work from last week on 'Descriptive Writing-Person.'

    -Learning 'Writing to Inform/Explain.'

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    Attached resources for writing to inform/explain.

  • 19 September - 24 September

    Term 3: Week 9


    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by ​integrating sources of information, processes and strategies confidently to identify, form, and express ideas
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by showing an increasing understanding of how to shape texts for different purposes and audiences.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by selecting, developing and communicating ideas on a range of topics
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by using a range of language features appropriately, showing an increasing understanding of their effects.
    • We are FOCUSING... on Written Language Features and Skills by organising texts, using a range of appropriate structures.
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to select and use relevant and appropriate ideas, language features and structures so that we can confidently write for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities:

    -Revising paragraph structure: SEXY/PEEL.

    -Different types of sentence starters.

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQ1OwYu4GsY

    SEXY/PEEL Paragraph Structure.


  • 26 September - 2 October

    Term 3: Week 10

    Best Wishes Images – Browse 45,412 Stock Photos, Vectors, and Video | Adobe  Stock


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to select and use relevant and appropriate ideas, language features and structures so that we can confidently write for different purposes and audiences.

    Activities: (2 sessions this week due to holiday on Monday)

    End of the year writing test

    Success Criteria:  

    IDEAS

    I can name a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can describe a few ideas from what I hear/read/view

    I can explain ideas from a range of sources

    I can develop and communicate ideas clearly from a range of sources and viewpoints

    STRUCTURES

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have some understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    I have an understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts


    I have convincing understanding of how to achieve a sense of coherence and wholeness when constructing texts

    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SPELLING

    I can find accurate spelling of common words some of the time


    I can combine accurate spelling of most common words with some difficult words


    I can use complex spelling with some errors

    I can confidently construct accurate spelling including words with complex patterns


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    PUNCTUATION

    I can find punctuation to mark sentences [capital letters, full stops, question marks


    I can combine full stops, capital letters and commas correctly most of the time in my writing

    I can apply full stops, capital letters and commas correctly all the time

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of punctuation accurately most of the time.


    LANGUAGE FEATURES


    SENTENCE STRUCTURE

    I can identify simple sentences correctly some of the time

    I can use a variety of sentence structures almost correctly


    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures

    I can consistently and accurately use a range of sentence structures for effect


    Resources:

    EOY Writing Booklet



  • 3 October - 9 October

  • 10 October - 16 October

  • 17 October - 23 October

    Term 4:Week 1

    MY'KAI POKE BOWLS AVIZ, Porto - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews -  Tripadvisor


    Welcome back to school in term 4. This week, we are learning 'Procedural/Instructional Writing.'You will write the recipes of the kai/food you are going to cook as part of your weekly challenges. 

    Activities:

    -Learning 'Procedural Writing.'

    -Writing a recipe.

    Resources:

    PPT on 'Procedural Writing.'


  • 24 October - 30 October

    Term 4: Week 2


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are exploring.......Visual Language by observing and understanding its elements used in diverse texts such as advertisements and pictures etc.
    • We are exploring.......Visual Language by applying its elements to construct a Static Image based on Big Ideas of the context
    • We are exploring....... the connections between oral, written, and visual language by creating a collaborative text.

    FOCUS / ARONGA


    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on creating a Static Image by applying the elements of Visual Language and integrating them with our term 4 context ‘Kai & Kindness.

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to construct a Visual text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the processes & strategies and purpose & audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.
    • We are PLANNING to work collaboratively to apply our learning so that we can compete in the Wai Whanau Master Chef Competition.

    Big Idea: Kai & Kindness

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: (2 sessions this week)

    -Learning about 'Relationship Building'

    -Learning the importance of kindness and valuing relationships

    Resources:

    PPT on 'In Colour'-Reading and activities on 'Relationship Building.'


  • 31 October - 6 November

    Term 4:Week 3

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    We are exploring.......Visual Language by observing and understanding its elements used in diverse texts such as advertisements and pictures etc.
    We are exploring.......Visual Language by applying its elements to construct a Static Image based on Big Ideas of the context.
    We are exploring....... the connections between oral, written, and visual language by creating a collaborative text.

    Big Idea: Kai & Kindness

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: 

    -Learning about 'Visual Language' and its elements

    -Importance of  'Visual Language'

    Resources:

    https://literacyideas.com/teaching-visual-texts-in-the-classroom/

    https://study.com/academy/lesson/symbolism-lesson-for-kids-definition-examples.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKc271fj2ok

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li7fkBmyz1Y



  • 7 November - 13 November

    Term 4: Week 4

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    We are exploring.......Visual Language by observing and understanding its elements used in diverse texts such as advertisements and pictures etc.

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: 

    -Learning about 'Static Images'

    -How to apply the elements of 'Visual Language' to the Static Images

    Resources:

    Static Images

    https://www.slideshare.net/Kazmania/visual-and-verbal-features-static-image

    https://englishonline.tki.org.nz/English-Online/Planning-for-my-students-needs/Exploring-language/Static-Images

    https://englishonline.tki.org.nz/English-Online/Planning-for-my-students-needs/Exploring-language/Static-Images/Static-Images-More-Visual-and-Graphic-Features


  • 14 November - 20 November

    TERM 4: WEEK 5

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    We are exploring.......Visual Language by observing and understanding its elements used in diverse texts such as advertisements and pictures etc.
    We are exploring.......Visual Language by applying its elements to construct a Static Image based on Big Ideas of the context
    We are exploring....... the connections between oral, written, and visual language by creating a collaborative text.

      FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on creating a Static Image by applying the elements of Visual Language and integrating them with our term 4 context ‘Kai & Kindness.’
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to construct a Visual text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the processes & strategies and purpose & audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: 

    -Thinking about an idea from the studied texts this year for our Static Image

    -Planning Static Image based on the big idea from the studied text

    -Applying the elements of 'Visual Language' to the Static Images

    Resources:

    Static Images resources from the previous weeks

  • 21 November - 27 November

    Week 6

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on creating a Static Image by applying the elements of Visual Language and integrating them with our term 4 context ‘Kai & Kindness.’
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on creating a Static Image by applying the elements of Visual Language and integrating them with our term 4 context ‘Kai & Kindness.’

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: 

    -Making our Static Images by applying the elements of 'Visual Language.' 

    Resources:

    Static Images resources from the previous weeks.

  • 28 November - 4 December

    TERM 4: WEEK 7

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on creating a Static Image by applying the elements of Visual Language and integrating them with our term 4 context ‘Kai & Kindness.’
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to construct a Visual text so that we can demonstrate an understanding of the processes & strategies and purpose & audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form.

    Success Criteria: 

    Processes & Strategies

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of  the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have some understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have an understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    I have convincing understanding of the connections between oral, written, and visual language when creating texts

     

    Purpose and Audience

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose or audience 

    I have some understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and/or audience 

    I have an understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content or language or text form

     

    I have convincing understanding of how to construct texts that show an awareness of purpose and audience through deliberate choice of content, language and text form

     

    Ideas

    I am beginning to develop an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas 

    I have some understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and/or information 

    I have an understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly

    I have convincing understanding of how to form and communicate ideas and information clearly, drawing on a range of sources

    Elements of Visual Language


    Dominant- Image, Colour, Texture, Shape, Symbolism, Lettering/ Font, Proportion, Layout, Rule of thirds, Negative-Space, Logo 


    I can identify a few features of Visual Language

    I can describe some features of Visual Language

    I can apply some features of Visual Language in my creations

    I can apply many features of Visual Language in my creations and explain them


    Activities: 

    -Continuing to make our Static Images by applying the elements of 'Visual Language.' 

    Resources:

    Static Images resources from the previous weeks.

  • 5 December - 11 December

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  • 12 December - 18 December