Weekly outline

  • Term 1: Week 1

  • Term 1: Week 2

    There are no scheduled Yr 7 maths classes during Week 1, due to the Auckland flooding. 



  • Term 1: Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the night sky and camp as rich contexts for understanding place value (whole and decimal numbers)
    • We are EXPLORING the night sky and camp as rich contexts for reading and writing large numbers


    Kia ora 7F2.  It is my pleasure to be your Mathematics teacher this year.  I can be contacted on   mkindley@mhjc.school.nz

    Term One's context is Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’   where your transition to Ngahere/Forest Whānau will be supported through our EXPLORATION of Number/Algebra through the  Māori World View.  


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake', our school haka.  Camp Adair, in Week 6 of Term 1.  

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Identify place value of whole and decimal numbers
    • Understand and 'read' large numbers
    • Identify place, face and total value


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 




    Class Activities: 
     Number
    1.  Set up exercise books for Numeracy Ninja (back) and class work (front).  Complete 10 minute 'Numeracy Ninja' Do Now task. Mark as a class and discuss coloured 'belt' system. 
    2.  Class dice games and written activities to reinforce place, face and total value.  Use of interactive chart on Transum website. https://www.transum.org/Maths/Activity/Place_Value/Headings.asp
    3.  Explain routines for bookwork (theory).  Book 1: Front = Classwork.  Back = Numeracy Ninjas.  Book 2 = Spare (to be kept with Miss Kindley, at school) and Book 3 = For at-home learning (please keep this book at home, ready for use when you are working on Maths Buddy).
    4.  Join Google Classroom: 7F2 Class Code:  imjyl7j


    5.  NZ Maths 'Number Knowledge' activities for place value and large numbers, with the Tchr.  
    6. easTTle maths beginning of year assessment. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Sunday evening (starting from Week 2).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your timetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities aiming for 45 minutes per night...

    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task and 1 x IB plus 1 x RA
    Fridays at school during FFR time: 1 x See Reader and 1 x IB plus 1 x RA


  • Term 1: Week 3

  • Term 1: Week 4

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    Matariki, the Solar System & Camp Adair as rich contexts for mathematical thinking:
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for understanding place value
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for reading and writing large numbers
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for rounding and multiplying/dividing by 10, 100 and 100


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context, Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’ by looking at very large numbers that can be associated with the Solar System.  Next week we will start to explore Matariki (the Māori New Year) through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Identify place value of whole and decimal numbers
    • Understand and 'read' large numbers
    • Identify place, face and total value
    • Add and subtract decimal numbers


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 






    Class Activities: 
     Number
    1.  Mr Rubanand will be calling students with an easTTle maths 'gap' to sit an easTTle test on Monday morning.  
    2.  Class dice games and written activities to reinforce place, face and total value.  Use of interactive chart on Transum website. https://www.transum.org/Maths/Activity/Place_Value/Headings.asp
    3.  Join Google Classroom if you have not already done.
    4.  Record LI's and SC then complete online practice activities (NZC Maths & AWS) for place value, expanding numbers, and mental strategies for addition and multiplication. Mark as a class. 
    5.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your 'Maths Evaluation'. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Sunday evening.  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 1 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA
    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Any remaining Maths Buddy tasks and 1 x IB plus 1 x RA


  • Term 1: Week 5

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    Matariki, the Solar System & Camp Adair as rich contexts for mathematical thinking:
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for understanding place value
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for reading and writing large numbers
    • We are EXPLORING the Solar System and Matariki as rich contexts for rounding and multiplying/dividing by 10, 100 and 100

    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context, Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’  by looking at the NZ Census.  We are also going to view our easTTle pathways reports ahead of our SLC's on Wedensday.  Then we will start our Matariki group work by exploring the Māori New Year through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Identify place value of whole and decimal numbers
    • Understand and 'read' large numbers
    • Identify place, face and total value
    • Add and subtract decimal numbers
    • Order decimal numbers
    • Use digital tools to understand place value


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:   Number
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In class discussion with Teacher.  Demonstration using the Transum digital interactive place value chart.

    3.  'Copy' the place value diagram (above Task 7).  Complete the attached reinforcement activities: 4. Yr 7 Maths - Place value with decimal + plus - .pdf  Fast finishers work on Week 4's Maths Buddy homework.  
    4.  Pythagoras group - please start the Matariki: Statistics - Interpreting Graphs activity during Session 3. 
    5.  Mark as a class
    6.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your 'Maths Evaluation'. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA





  • Term 1: Week 6

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations in context
    • We are PLANNING our cross country training so that we can target our goal/s
    • We are COLLABORATING to share data, to publish using Google Sheets
    • We are COLLABORATING to play 'chance and probability' games/experiments, using maths equipment
    • We are DESIGNING a Matariki investigation using the PPDAC cycle
    • We are APPLYING mathematical & statistical thinking to the Education Perfect 'Young Kiwi Challenge Series'
    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    Matariki, the Solar System & Camp Adair as rich contexts for mathematical thinking:
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for understanding fractions, decimals & percentages in everyday use
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for ordering decimals and estimation involving money
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for finding fractions, a fraction of a quantity, and equivalent fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for adding and simplifying fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for writing fractions as decimals, and fractions as %'s, and vice versa.

    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context, Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’ by looking at the NZ Census. can be associated with the Solar System.  We are also starting our Matariki group work by exploring the Māori New Year through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Add and subtract decimal numbers
    • Order decimal numbers
    Use a number line to organise fractions
    • Write equivalent fractions

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:   Number
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In class discussion and demonstration with Teacher.  

    3.  'Maths Buddy' (targeted support by Miss Kindley) and 'Ludi' focus (due to very small numbers this week). 
    4.  Mark exercise book work as a class
    5.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA


  • Term 1: Week 7

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    Matariki, the Solar System & Camp Adair as rich contexts for mathematical thinking:
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for understanding fractions, decimals & percentages in everyday use
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for ordering decimals and estimation involving money
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for finding fractions, a fraction of a quantity, and equivalent fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for adding and simplifying fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for writing fractions as decimals, and fractions as %'s, and vice versa.



    Kia ora 7F2.  I hope that you had a wonderful time at camp last week.  When we return to school, we will continue to explore Number through our context,  Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’   by looking at fractions, decimals and percentages that are associated with Camp Adair.  We are also starting our Matariki group work by exploring the Māori New Year through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Use a number line to organise fractions
    • Write equivalent fractions
    • Simplify fractions to their simplest form
    • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator 
    • Identify and write fractions


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 






    Class Activities:   Number
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In class discussion and demonstration with Teacher.  Peason Maths activities, Task 6 attached below...

    3.  Mark exercise book work as a class
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1

  • Term 1: Week 8

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    Matariki, the Solar System & Camp Adair as rich contexts for mathematical thinking:
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for understanding fractions, decimals & percentages in everyday use
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for ordering decimals and estimation involving money
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for finding fractions, a fraction of a quantity, and equivalent fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for adding and simplifying fractions
    • We are EXPLORING Matariki & Camp Adair as rich contexts for writing fractions as decimals, and fractions as %'s, and vice versa.



    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context, by looking at fractions, decimals and percentages that are associated with 'Camp Adair'.  We are also continuing our Matariki group work by exploring the Māori New Year through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Use a number line to organise fractions
    • Write equivalent fractions
    • Simplify fractions to their simplest form
    • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator 
    • Identify and write fractions


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:   Number
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration with Teacher.  Complete Peason Maths activities, Task 6 attached below...
    3.  Complete 'Introduction to fractions' AWS task, below. 
    4.  Mark exercise bookwork as a class
    5.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 1: Week 9

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on enhancing our instant recall of basic facts using 'Ludi'
    • We are FOCUSING on solving fraction, decimal and % conversions, in context
    • We are FOCUSING on explaining place value to round whole and decimal numbers, in context
    • We are FOCUSING on describing findings, relationships and trends

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING for camp using Number in context: dorm rooms, activity groups and rotation stations
    • We are PREPARING averages (mean, mode, median, and range) to give information about data and to draw conclusions


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context by looking at fractions, decimals and percentages that are associated with 'Camp Adair'.  We are also learning 'averages' (mean, mode, median, and range) which are used in statistics to give information about data and help the user to draw conclusions.  Newton and Fibonacci groups will be working on their Matariki (Māori New Year) activities through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Use a number line to organise fractions
    • Write equivalent fractions
    • Simplify fractions to their simplest form
    • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator 
    • Find a fraction of a quantity
    • Interpret graphs
    • Calculate averages (mean, median, mode and range)


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:
     
     Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration of mean, median, mode and range with the Teacher.  Complete the 'Mean, Median & Mode' activity in maths exercise books (attached below...) the Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    3.  Mark exercise bookwork as a class
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 1: Week 9

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on enhancing our instant recall of basic facts using 'Ludi'
    • We are FOCUSING on solving fraction, decimal and % conversions, in context
    • We are FOCUSING on explaining place value to round whole and decimal numbers, in context
    • We are FOCUSING on describing findings, relationships and trends

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING for camp using Number in context: dorm rooms, activity groups and rotation stations
    • We are PREPARING averages (mean, mode, median, and range) to give information about data and to draw conclusions


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our context by looking at fractions, decimals and percentages that are associated with 'Camp Adair'.  We are also learning 'averages' (mean, mode, median, and range) which are used in statistics to give information about data and help the user to draw conclusions.  Newton and Fibonacci groups will be working on their Matariki (Māori New Year) activities through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Use a number line to organise fractions
    • Write equivalent fractions
    • Simplify fractions to their simplest form
    • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator 
    • Find a fraction of a quantity
    • Interpret graphs
    • Calculate averages (mean, median, mode and range)


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:
     
     Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration of mean, median, mode and range with the Teacher.  Complete the 'Mean, Median & Mode' activity in maths exercise books (attached below...) the Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    3.  Mark exercise bookwork as a class
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 1: Week 10

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING for camp using Number in context: dorm rooms, activity groups and rotation stations
    • We are PREPARING averages (mean, mode, median, and range) to give information about data and to draw conclusions


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our
     context by looking at fractions, decimals and percentages that are associated with 'Camp Adair'.  We are also learning 'averages' (mean, mode, median, and range) which are used in statistics to give information about data and help the user to draw conclusions.  Newton and Fibonacci groups will continue their Matariki ( Māori New Year) activities through a 'Statistics lens' (interpreting graphs).


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Write equivalent fractions
    • Simplify fractions to their simplest form
    • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator 
    • Find a fraction of a quantity
    • Interpret graphs
    • Calculate averages (mean, median, mode and range)

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 


    Class Activities:   Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher.  Complete the 'Mean' (average) activity in maths exercise books (attached below...) then the 'Median' task.  Fast finishers can work on their Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    3.  Mark exercise bookwork as a class
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 1 April Holidays: Week 1

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  • Term 1 April Holidays: Week 2

    • Holidays.jpeg
  • Term 2: Week 1

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING for camp using Number in context: dorm rooms, activity groups and rotation stations
    • We are PREPARING averages (mean, mode, median, and range) to give information about data and to draw conclusions


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we continue to explore Number through our
    context, Kainga Wae Wae - ‘Our Home’ by looking at number operations that can be associated with 'Camp Adair'.  We are also revisiting 'averages' (mean, mode, median, and range) and introducing graphing: line graphs and dot plots.  


    Whakataukī: “He waka eke noa!”
    Metaphorical: A waka we are all in together. We rise together, fall together, work together and keep going together!
    Literal: Working in unity and leaving no-one behind.

    Authentic Outcomes:  Marae trip to Howick, presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake' , our school haka.  Camp Adair.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Find factors of numbers (number bugs)
    • List the 'multiples' of numbers
    • Identify prime numbers
    • Organise data onto a frequency table
    • Identify the 'x' and 'y' axis to accurately plot data onto graphs  
    • Apply the 
    TAILS acronym to display data effectively
    • Interpret graphs (line graphs and dot plots)
    • Calculate averages (mean, median, mode and range)


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:   Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher.  
    Fibonacci:  Introduction to Line Graphs with Tchr.  Guided questioning and exemplars.  Working through the attached 'Line Graph' activities together with Tchr. Discussion, modelling and self-marking. 
    Newton: Introduction to Line Graphs with Tchr.  Guided questioning and exemplars.  Working through the attached 'Line Graph' activities together with Tchr. Discussion, modelling and self-marking. 
    Pythagoras: Continue to work through 'Stem & Leaf Graph' activities independently.  Self/peer mark. Commence 'Order of Operations'.  
    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy  reinforcement activities.
    3.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 2: Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING probability and the language of 'chance'
    • We are CONNECTING probability outcomes to prior learning: fractions, decimals and %'s
    • We are EXPLORING the PPDAC Cycle
    • We are MEASURING and COLLECTING cross country data using Google Sheets
    • We are CALCULATING averages
    • We are DISPLAYING travel data associated with cross country on a line graph


    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we will continue our learning around interpreting and displaying data on a range of graphs. 

    Authentic Outcomes:  Presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake', our school haka.  

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Apply the 
    TAILS acronym  to display data effectively
    • Interpret graphs (line graphs, bar graphs and dot plots)
    • Construct stem and leaf plots
    • Construct dot plots
    • Construct line graphs and bar charts

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 









    Class Activities:   Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen. 
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher.  
    Fibonacci:  Introduction to Stem & Leaf Plots with Tchr.  Guided questioning and exemplars.  Working through the attached 'Stem & Leaf Plots' activities together with Tchr. Discussion, modelling and self-marking. 
    Newton: Introduction to Stem & Leaf Plots with Tchr.  Guided questioning and exemplars.  Working through the attached 'Stem & Leaf Plots' activities together with Tchr. Discussion, modelling and self-marking.  Introduction of the PPDAC cycle to record Cross Country data. 
    Pythagoras: 'Games' activity, applying the order of operations and key Number skills.  Introduction to probability and the language of chance.  Complete probability Maze investigation in pairs (dice, spinners, cards).
    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy  reinforcement activities.
    3.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    4.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 2: Week 3

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING for camp using Number in context: dorm rooms, activity groups and rotation stations
    • We are PREPARING to gather, sort, and display multivariate category, measurement, and time-series data
    • We are PREPARING to detect patterns, variations, relationships, and trends
    • We are PRESENTING data to communicate findings using appropriate displays (dot plots, bar graphs and line graphs)
    • We are PREPARING averages (mean, mode, median, and range) to give information about data and to draw conclusions



    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we are completing our graphing focus on 'Stem & Leaf' graphs and preparing for our Assessment One (Number Stand in-context). 


    Authentic Outcomes:  Presentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake', our school haka.  School Cross Country event. 

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Apply the 
    TAILS acronym  to display data effectively
    • Convert between fractions, decimals and %'s

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 





    Class Activities:   Number & Statistics
    1.  Record and underline the short date with a ruler and record the session's Learning Intention at the front of your maths exercise books.  Please write in pencil, and rule/underline and mark with red pen.  
    2.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher re: Stem & Leaf Graphs.  Complete activities on attached pdf document.  
    3. 
    Fast finishers can work on their Number Revision activiites on Maths Buddy (reinforcement activities for Assessment One).
    4.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    5.  Reflect on your understanding and effort, in your ' Maths Evaluation '. 

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 2: Week 4

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING...




  • Term 2: Week 5

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations in context
    • We are PLANNING our cross country training so that we can target our goal/s
    • We are COLLABORATING to share data, to publish using Google Sheets




    Kia ora 7F2.  


    Authentic Outcomes:  Peesentation of Pepeha, Waiata and 'Kia Mana Ake', our school haka.  Success Criteria:  I can...

    • Recall addition, subtraction, multiplication and division facts (Ludi)
    • Identify the place value of whole and decimal numbers
    • Round whole and decimal numbers
    • Simplify fractions and know the equivalent decimal & percentage


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 




    Class Activities:   Number & Statistics
    1.  Complete Assessment One - 
    2.  Update your own and your buddy's Cross Country training times on Google Classroom
     

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 

    Here's my suggestion re: how to effectively distribute your weekly homework responsibilities this week...

    Fridays at school during FFR time:  Maths Buddy Multi-Stand Revision Task (40 questions) and 1 x  IB plus 1 x RA
    Mondays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Tuesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Wednesdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Tasks and 1 x See Reader
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader1 x IB plus 1 x RA

  • Term 2: Week 6

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING evidence of our school values in action to our Great Learner Evidence Websites. 

    Class Activities:   
    1.  Ensure you have created and named a 2023 Great Learner Evidence Website on Google Sites. 
    2. Add evidence (Maths Assessment One) for Ako Evidence: Feedback - I use feedback to identify my next learning steps. 
    3. Now scan your exercise book to create evidence for Wananga Evidence: Active Assessor - I can identify when Learning intentions and Success Criteria have been used.
    4. Personalise your entry using the attached exemplar to guide you. 

     

    Homework:   
    Please complete your Maths Buddy activities for homework this week. 

  • Term 2: Week 7

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING evidence of our school values in action to our Great Learner Evidence Websites. 

    Class Activities:   
    1.  Ensure you have created and named a 2023 Great Learner Evidence Website on Google Sites. 
    2. Add evidence (Maths easTTle Assessment One) for Ako Evidence: Feedback - I use feedback to identify my next learning steps. 
    3. Now take a screenshot of our Great Ako Poster for Wananga Evidence: Great Ako - I can identify when aspects of Great Ako have been used to support my learning. 
    4. Personalise your entry using the attached exemplar to guide you. 

     

    Homework:   
    Please complete your Maths Buddy activities for homework this week. 


  • Term 2: Week 8

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations in context to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate

    Class Activities:   Number 
    1.  Issue class Numeracy Certificates.  
    2. Complete Ludi basic facts speed test.  Issue stickers for 1:1 and 2:1 once passed the 'Emerging' and 'Basic' levels. 
    3. Work through question banks 1:2. 1:3, 1:4 to 1:8 aiming for 95% or higher to earn a sticker on your Stage One of your Numeracy Certificate
    4. Miss Kindley will record your name on our Whanau spreadsheet when you complete a Stage (8 stickers) and assign an eBadge on your Holistic Report.
    5. Miss Kindley will assign Stage Two on Maths Buddy to students who have passed all 8 tasks at Stage One. 

    Homework:   
    Please feel free to keep working through your Numeracy Certificate tasks for homework extension throughout the year.  


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  • Term 2: Week 9

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations in context to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate

    Class Activities:   Number 
    1.  Issue class Numeracy Certificates.  
    2. Complete Ludi basic facts speed test.  Issue stickers for 1:1 and 2:1 once passed the 'Emerging' and 'Basic' levels. 
    3. Work through question banks 1:2. 1:3, 1:4 to 1:8 aiming for 95% or higher to earn a sticker on your Stage One of your Numeracy Certificate
    4. Miss Kindley will record your name on our Whanau spreadsheet when you complete a Stage (8 stickers) and assign an eBadge on your Holistic Report.
    5. Miss Kindley will assign Stage Two on Maths Buddy to students who have passed all 8 tasks at Stage One. 

    Homework:   
    Please feel free to keep working through your Numeracy Certificate tasks for homework extension throughout the year.  


  • Term 2: Week 10


  • Term 2 Holidays: Week One


  • Term 2 Holidays: Week Two

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING angles and their properties
    • We are EXPLORING, selecting and defining angle types, and classifying angles
    • We are EXPLORING how to calculate angles on a straight line
    • We are EXPLORING 3D shapes and constructing nets using geometric equipment
    • We are MEASURING and converting mm to centimetres to meters and kilometres
    • We are CALCULATING areas of squares and triangles
    • We are CALCULATING volumes of cubes and rectangles
    • We are DISCOVERING which graph is best to display different STEM FAIR data sets


    Authentic Outcomes:  Construct food box packaging for your 'proportional reasoning' investigation. (Spaghetti pasta)

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Measure an angle using a protractor (sharp shoot over the vertex, ensure the horizontal line of the protractor is aligned correctly, read from zero)
    • Name the types and properties of acute, right, obtuse & reflex angles 
    • Name types of triangles
    • Name 3D shapes
    • Identify and convert units of length (mm, cm, m & km)


    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 



    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement
    1.  Ludi 'Speed Challenge' for all groups. 
    2.  Then 'Newton' & 'Fibonacci' will work with Miss Kindley for an introduction to angle/triangle types, protractor use and knowledge of 3D shapes, using the class whiteboard, visual posters to create notes in exercise books from the class projector.  Students will then consolidate new knowledge by completing introductory Measurement & Geometry activities on 
    Maths Buddy
    3. Selected students in 'Pythagoras' will participate in Mathex training (maths problem solving). 





    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time ).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 
    Please record your homework progress in your school diary.  (eg. Monday 2 x MB tasks completed).

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  • Term 3: Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING angles and their properties
    • We are EXPLORING, selecting and defining angle types, and classifying angles
    • We are EXPLORING how to calculate angles on a straight line
    • We are EXPLORING 3D shapes and constructing nets using geometric equipment
    • We are MEASURING and converting mm to centimetres to meters and kilometres
    • We are CALCULATING areas of squares and triangles
    • We are CALCULATING volumes of cubes and rectangles
    • We are DISCOVERING which graph is best to display different STEM FAIR data sets

    Authentic Outcomes:  Construct foodbox packaging for your 'proportional reasoning' investigation. (Spaghetti pasta)

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Measure an angle using a protractor (sharp shoot over the vertex, ensure the horizontal line of the protractor is aligned correctly, read from zero)
    • Name the types and properties of acute, right, obtuse & reflex angles 
    • Name types of triangles
    • Name 3D shapes
    • Identify and convert units of length (mm, cm, m & km)

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 



    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement
    1.  Ludi 'Speed Challenge' for all groups. 
    2. Then 'Newton' & 'Fibonacci' will work with Miss Kindley to consolidate angle/triangle types, protractor use and knowledge of 3D shapes. Students to complete measurement and conversions associated with length AWS tasks (attached below) in exercise books.  Fast finishers, introduction to calculating Perimeter. 
    3. Selected students in 'Pythagoras' have Mathex training (maths problem solving) with Miss Kindley 



    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time ).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 
    Please record your homework progress in your school diary.  (eg. Monday 2 x MB tasks completed).

  • Term 3: Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING angles and their properties
    • We are EXPLORING, selecting and defining angle types, and classifying angles
    • We are EXPLORING how to calculate angles on a straight line
    • We are EXPLORING 3D shapes and constructing nets using geometric equipment
    • We are MEASURING and converting mm to centimetres to meters and kilometres
    • We are CALCULATING areas of squares and triangles
    • We are CALCULATING volumes of cubes and rectangles

    Authentic Outcomes:  To construct an enlarged food package (net) to demonstrate my understanding of 'proportional reasoning' for my (half-serving) spaghetti pasta recipe.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Measure an angle using a protractor (sharp shoot over the vertex, ensure the horizontal line of the protractor is aligned correctly, read from zero)
    • Name the types and properties of acute, right, obtuse & reflex angles 
    • Name types of triangles
    • Name 3D shapes
    • Identify and convert units of length (mm, cm, m & km)

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 



    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement
    1.  Ludi 'Speed Challenge' for all groups. 
    2. Then 'Newton' & 'Fibonacci' will work with Miss Kindley to consolidate angle/triangle types, protractor use and knowledge of 3D shapes. Students to complete measurement and conversions associated with length AWS tasks (attached below) in exercise books.  Fast finishers, introduction to calculating Perimeter. 
    3. Selected students in 'Pythagoras' have Mathex training (maths problem solving) with Miss Kindley 



    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time ).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 
    Please record your homework progress in your school diary.  (eg. Monday 2 x MB tasks completed).

  • Term 3: Week 3

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on IDENTIFYING, CHOOSING and TESTING nets to create packaging (Box Packaging Nets)
    • We are FOCUSING on identifying different units and methods of measurement
    • We are FOCUSING on applying and adapting knowledge for capacity conversions
    • We are FOCUSING on solving problems involving operations of length




    Authentic Outcomes:  To construct an enlarged food package (net) to demonstrate my understanding of 'proportional reasoning' for my (half-serving) spaghetti pasta recipe.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Name types of triangles
    • Calculate the area of triangles
    • Write the unit/s of measurement (mm, cm, m & km)
    • Identify the parts of a circle
    • Calculate the circumference and area of a circle

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 
    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement

    1.  Ludi 'Speed Challenge' for all groups.  
    2. Whole class 'Construction of Nets' investigation - scissors, range of nets pre-printed onto coloured card and glue.
    3. Reinforcement of triangle properties according to length and angle.
    4. Introduction to calculating the area of triangles.  Attached 'Area' activities are to completed in maths exercise books.  

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time ).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 
    Please record your homework progress in your school diary.  (eg. Monday 2 x MB tasks completed).




  • Term 3: Week 4

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING our understanding to use a Cartesian plane to plot given points
    • We are PLANNING to transform and translate shapes
    • We are PLANNING to use hectares as a measurement tool in problem-solving
    • We are PLANNING to PERFORM operations with capacity
    • We are measuring slide lengths and APPLYING formulae to CALCULATE perimeter and area
    • We are PERFORMING angle measurements using a protractor
    • We are CONSTRUCTING a net to package a gift



    Authentic Outcomes:  To construct an enlarged food package (net) to demonstrate my understanding of 'proportional reasoning' for my (half-serving) spaghetti pasta recipe.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Name types of triangles
    • Calculate the area of triangles
    • Write the unit/s of measurement (mm, cm, m & km)
    • Identify the parts of a circle
    • Calculate the circumference and area of a circle

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 

    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement

    1.  Ludi 'Speed Challenge' for all groups.  
    2. Complete 'Area of a Triangle' activities from last week (attached).  Self-mark in maths exercise books.  
    3. Introduction to parts of a circle - note taking in exercise books. 
    4. Introduction to the circumference and area of a circle with Miss Kindley.  Consolidate new learning with Maths Buddy video demonstration and reinforcement activities.  

    Homework:   
    Maths Buddy is your priority for your at-home practice. Please complete your set homework tasks by Friday at 9:30am (Forest's homework routine has now changed to 'Due on Fridays & re-issued on Fridays' to allow you more time ).  If you have completed your assigned activities please do extra practice on your 'Luditimetables programme. 
    Please record your homework progress in your school diary.  (eg. Monday 2 x MB tasks completed).






  • Term 3: Week 5

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the enquiry cycle (PPDAC – Problem, Plan, Data, Analysis, Conclusion) to conduct a data-based investigation about the wider community (cost of living)
    • We are EXPLORING types of investigative questions that can be posed about community matters (cost of living)
    • We are EXPLORING data collection tools (Google Forms)
    • We are EXPLORING the Cost of Living Crisis in New Zealand
    • We are DESCRIBING how this issue is affecting New Zealanders and students at MHJC

    Ngahere/Forest Whanau Election


    Success Criteria:

    • I can work collaboratively and co-operative in a Yr 7 to 10 political party towards a goal
    • I can research the 'cost of living crisis' and develop policy to present solutions to challenges
    • I can present my 'solution/s' in Ngahere/Forest's election assembly

    Activities:

    1. Curriculum - Voting Compass/ Google Form - FORM the Party groups (Yr 7-10) 
    2. Split Whānau into the Party groups (Yr 7-10) JUST Session 3 - Logo/ Name and some ideas for Policy statements for each year level.
    3. Party discussions and planning. Elect Year level MP’s
    4. In year-level home rooms developing Party statements and planning.
    5. During the Week- Campaign for Voters 
    6. Present Party plans 
    7. Voting and Results on Friday of Week 10.

    Further Learning:
    Please ensure you have shared your 'Cost of Living' planning document with all Year 7 party members. 



  • Term 3: Week 6

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the enquiry cycle (PPDAC – Problem, Plan, Data, Analysis, Conclusion) to conduct a data-based investigation about the wider community (cost of living)
    • We are EXPLORING types of investigative questions that can be posed about community matters (cost of living)
    • We are EXPLORING data collection tools (Google Forms)
    • We are EXPLORING the Cost of Living Crisis in New Zealand
    • We are DESCRIBING how this issue is affecting New Zealanders and students at MHJC


    Ngahere/Forest Whanau Election


    Success Criteria:

    • I can work collaboratively and co-operative in a Yr 7 to 10 political party towards a goal
    • I can research the 'cost of living crisis' and develop policy to present solutions to challenges
    • I can present my 'solution/s' in Ngahere/Forest's election assembly

    Activities:

    1. Curriculum - Voting Compass/ Google Form - FORM the Party groups (Yr 7-10) 
    2. Split Whānau into the Party groups (Yr 7-10) JUST Session 3 - Logo/ Name and some ideas for Policy statements for each year level.
    3. Party discussions and planning. Elect Year level MP’s
    4. In year-level home rooms developing Party statements and planning.
    5. During the Week- Campaign for Voters 
    6. Present Party plans 
    7. Voting and Results on Friday of Week 10.

    Further Learning:
    Please ensure you have shared your 'Cost of Living' planning document with all Year 7 party members. 










  • Term 3: Week 7

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on developing effective questions to collect qualitative and quantitative data
    • We are FOCUSING on the variables needed to answer investigative questions
    • We are FOCUSING on making predictions or assertions about what information/trends will be found
    • We are FOCUSING on writing policy about the Cost of Living Crisis in New Zealand
    • We are FOCUSING on potential solutions to the Cost of Living Crisis (brainstorm)
    • We are FOCUSING on what is already being done in New Zealand and other countries to improve the cost of living
    • We are FOCUSING on our two best solutions to research and collect evidence (PMI chart)
    • We are FOCUSING on whether these solutions are realistic and affordable

    Ngahere/Forest Whanau Election


    Success Criteria:

    • I can work collaboratively and co-operative in a Yr 7 to 10 political party towards a goal
    • I can research the 'cost of living crisis' and develop policy to present solutions to challenges
    • I can present my 'solution/s' in Ngahere/Forest's election assembly

    Activities:

    1. Curriculum - Voting Compass/ Google Form - FORM the Party groups (Yr 7-10) 
    2. Split Whānau into the Party groups (Yr 7-10) JUST Session 3 - Logo/ Name and some ideas for Policy statements for each year level.
    3. Party discussions and planning. Elect Year level MP’s
    4. In year-level home rooms developing Party statements and planning.
    5. During the Week- Campaign for Voters 
    6. Present Party plans 
    7. Voting and Results on Friday of Week 10.

    Further Learning:
    Please ensure you have shared your 'Cost of Living' planning document with all Year 7 party members. 


  • Term 3: Week 8

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on data collection methods
    • We are REFLECTING on findings of others' statistical investigations to see if their claims are believable and reasonable
    • We are REFLECTING on political party policies and voting for our 2023 election winners!


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING and sending home a Google Form so that we can survey our community (cost of living)
    • We are PLANNING to collect data from a group and share it with our class so that we can also use data collected by others
    • We are COMMUNICATING findings in context
    • We are CONSTRUCTING graphs and viewing data visualisations
    • We are PLANNING and REHEARSING our final political party policy
    • We are JUSTIFYING and PRESENTING our policy to our Ngahere/Forest Whanau election


    Ngahere/Forest Whanau Election


    Success Criteria:

    • I can work collaboratively and co-operative in a Yr 7 to 10 political party towards a goal
    • I can research the 'cost of living crisis' and develop policy to present solutions to challenges
    • I can present my 'solution/s' in Ngahere/Forest's election assembly

    Activities:

    1. Curriculum - Voting Compass/ Google Form - FORM the Party groups (Yr 7-10) 
    2. Split Whānau into the Party groups (Yr 7-10) JUST Session 3 - Logo/ Name and some ideas for Policy statements for each year level.
    3. Party discussions and planning. Elect Year level MP’s
    4. In year-level home rooms developing Party statements and planning.
    5. During the Week- Campaign for Voters 
    6. Present Party plans 
    7. Voting and Results on Friday of Week 10.

    Further Learning:
    Please ensure you have shared your 'Cost of Living' planning document with all Year 7 party members. 


  • Term 3: Week 9

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to PERFORM operations with capacity
    • We are measuring slide lengths and APPLYING formulae to CALCULATE perimeter and area
    • We are PERFORMING angle measurements using a protractor
    • We are CONSTRUCTING a net to package spaghetti pasta



    Authentic Outcomes:  To construct an enlarged food package (net) to demonstrate my understanding of 'proportional reasoning' for my (half-serving) spaghetti pasta recipe. 

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • Name types of triangles
    • Calculate the area of triangles
    • Write the unit/s of measurement (mm, cm, m & km)
    • Identify the parts of a circle
    • Calculate the circumference and area of a circle
    • Construct a net

    Do Now:  Numeracy Ninjas
    Mental Strategies, Timetables and Key Skills revision. 

    Class Activities:   Geometry & Measurement

    1.  We will be completing the construction of our food packaging nets in class this week to meet 'Checkpoint One'.
    - construct your net and take it home (take photo of your food carton)
    - cook your spaghetti pasta recipe at home with parent supervision (take photo)
    - place your spaghetti in your lined (baking paper or tin foil) food carton (take a photo)  

    2. insert your photos onto pages 3 and 4 of your Assessment 2 document (shown below) that is on Google Classroom. 

    Homework:   
    Please cook your spaghetti pasta recipe and take photos for homework this week (Checkpoint 1 is this Friday).



  • Term 3: Week 10


  • Term 3 Holidays: Week One


  • Term 3 Holidays: Week Two

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING and REVIEWING our net constructions to JUDGE our final product.
    • We are REFLECTING on PROBLEMS, CHALLENGES and BARRIERS faced when constructing 3D packaging.
    • We are REFLECTING to identify ENABLERS to overcoming/resolving ISSUES.

    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we will be finishing and submitting our Assessment 2 maths task, before we start our Term 4 'Celebrations & Festivals' context.  

    Context & MHJC Value/s:

    Celebrations & Festivals
    Awhinatanga/Compassion - Celebrating cultural diversity

    Success Criteria:

    I can...


    Activities:

    1. Write here
    2. Record the diagram below with a pencil and ruler and labels in exercise books. 
    3. Learn how to calculate the area of a trapezium for application to 'Assessemtn 2'- watch video until 1 min 20 seconds.
      Worked example: Calculating the area of a Trapezium
    4. Now...


    Further Learning:
    Please complete your 'Holiday Homework' on Maths Buddy for homework by Friday. 
    New homework will be assigned on Friday for Week 2. 


  • Term 4: Week 1

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING and REVIEWING our net constructions to JUDGE our final product.
    • We are REFLECTING on PROBLEMS, CHALLENGES and BARRIERS faced when constructing 3D packaging.
    • We are REFLECTING to identify ENABLERS to overcoming/resolving ISSUES.

    Kia ora 7F2.  This week we will be finishing and submitting our Assessment 2 maths task to MH Online as a pdf document, before we start our Term 4 'Celebrations & Festivals' context.  Please remember to cook your spaghetti at home and insert your 3 photos onto your document by Thursday, so your can complete any finishing touches and upload during FFR time this Friday. 

    Context & MHJC Value/s:

    Celebrations & Festivals
    Awhinatanga/Compassion - Celebrating cultural diversity

    Success Criteria:

    I can...
    • Identify types of quadrilaterals
    • Calculate the area of a trapezium (for practical application to 'Assessment 2')

    Activities:

    1. Complete and mark 'Numeracy Ninja' activities (Columns 2 and 3) as a class. 
    2. Record LI's and the diagram below in the front of exercise books using a pencil and ruler, remembering to include all labels.
    3. Learn how to calculate the area of a trapezium for application to our 'Assessment 2' task on Google Classroom - watch this first video until 1 min 20 seconds.  It shows you what to do. 
      a) Worked example: Calculating the area of a Trapezium
    4. Now let's learn why the formula for calculating the area of trapeziums is  A = ½ × (a + b) × h ...
      b) 


    Further Learning:
    Please complete your 'Holiday Homework' on Maths Buddy for homework by this Friday 13th October.  
    New homework will be assigned on Friday for Week 2.  😀👍


  • Term 4: Week 2

  • Term 4: Week 3

  • Term 4: Week 4


  • Term 4: Week 5

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  • Term 4: Week 6

  • Term 4: Week 7

  • Term 4: Week 8




  • 11 December - 17 December