9C1 English
Weekly outline
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Nau mai, haere mai 9C1
Welcome to your English class for 2024.
Mā te tāngata i te waka
Haere haumaru ki takutai
Hei tūhura ki te ao tūroa
(When the people and the waka
arrive safely to the shores,
they will be ready to explore the world)
Welcome to a new academic year filled with possibilities, growth, and exciting challenges! As you embark on this journey, remember that each day is an opportunity to learn, explore, and discover your incredible potential.
Embrace every challenge with courage, for it is through challenges that we learn, grow, and become stronger individuals. Approach your studies with curiosity and enthusiasm, knowing that each lesson is a step toward your personal and academic success.
You are capable of achieving greatness, and your unique talents contribute to the vibrant tapestry of our learning community. Believe in yourself, stay focused on your goals, and never underestimate the impact of your efforts.
Together, let's create a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone thrives. Take pride in your accomplishments, learn from your experiences, and cherish the journey of education.
Here's to a fantastic year filled with knowledge, friendship, and the joy of learning. You've got this!
Ka kite ano
Mrs M Naidoo -
Kia ora whānau!
Haere rā ki te Term Two! (Welcome to Term Two!)
We hope you all had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday break. We're excited to see you all back in class and hear about your adventures.
This term promises to be full of new learning and exciting activities. Get ready to whakamā te reo (practice your te reo) and stretch your brains!
See you all bright and early tomorrow!
Mā te wā (Have a great day!)
Learning Intentions:
- Students will deepen their understanding of Remembrance Day and its significance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Students will analyse the poem "The Inquisitive Mind of a Child" to identify themes of loss, sacrifice, and the importance of remembering.
- Students will explore how figurative language contributes to the poem's meaning and emotional impact.
Success Criteria:
- Students can explain the significance of Remembrance Day in their own words.
- Students can identify and explain the use of figurative language (simile, metaphor) in "The Inquisitive Mind of a Child".
- Students can analyse how the poem presents themes of loss, sacrifice, and remembering.
Our Independent Novel Study:
This term, you'll be embarking on an exciting adventure through independent novel studies! To navigate your journey through the world of your chosen book, we'll be using a tracking document to capture key elements of the story and your growing understanding.
Here's a breakdown of what you'll be tracking:
Chapter Summary (2-5 sentences):
Briefly summarise the main events and plot points of each chapter.
Capture who, what, when, where, and why.
Aim for 2-5 clear sentences that condense the chapter's essence.
Significant Event:
Identify and note down the most important or impactful event in each chapter.
This could be a major revelation, a turning point in the plot, or a pivotal moment for a character.
Briefly explain why this event is significant.
Character Development:
Track how characters evolve and change throughout the story.
Did a character learn a lesson? Did their personality shift?
Note down specific instances that showcase this development.
Wonderings and Predictions:
This is your space for curiosity!
As you read, jot down any questions you have about the story or characters.
What remains a mystery? What do you think might happen next?
Your predictions can be based on clues from the text or your own intuition.
Vocabulary:
Encountered new or interesting words while reading?
Write them down here along with their definitions.
This will expand your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of the text.
Remember:
This tracking document is your personal companion through the novel.
Use it to engage with the story, analyse the plot, and track your own understanding.
Feel free to add your own notes, thoughts, or connections to the story!
Happy reading, explorers!
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EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:
- We are EXPLORING/FOCUSING poetic devices and poetry by interpreting how texts in Aotearoa New Zealand provide a lens on our unique cultural heritage.
- We are EXPLORING poetry by recognising how texts have biases (e.g. political, material, and social) which inform their purposes
Awhinatanga: Resilient Mindset
Wänanga: Active Learner
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Whakaatu o Whakaaro- Creative expression and developing our mindset
Poem: Burning a Book by William Stafford
Learning Intentions:
- Students will explore the complex symbolism of burning books in poetry.
- Students will analyse the poet's message about truth, lies, and the importance of knowledge.
- Students will identify and explain figurative language used in the poem (simile, metaphor)
- Whakamahia nga kupu whakaahua (Use figurative language)
Success Criteria:
- Students can explain the symbolic meaning of burning books in the poem.
- Students can identify and analyse different uses of figurative language (simile, metaphor) within the poem.
- Students can explain the poet's message about truth, lies, and the importance of knowledge.
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EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:
- We are EXPLORING/FOCUSING poetic devices and poetry by interpreting how texts in Aotearoa New Zealand provide a lens on our unique cultural heritage.
- We are EXPLORING poetry by recognising how texts have biases (e.g. political, material, and social) which inform their purposes
Awhinatanga: Resilient Mindset
Wänanga: Active Learner
Kia ora whānau!
Today we delve into the world of Maya Angelou's powerful poem, "Caged Bird."
Imagine a bird with clipped wings, longing for the endless sky. This poem uses beautiful imagery to explore themes of freedom and limitation.
As we analyze "Caged Bird," we'll be looking closely at the language, uncovering the symbolism, and considering the speaker's voice.
Get ready to whakamā te reo o te waiata (practice the language of the poem) and unlock its deeper meaning!
Learning Intentions:
- Students will analyse the symbolism and themes of freedom and oppression in Maya Angelou's poem "Caged Bird."
- Students will develop close reading skills to identify figurative language and explore the poet's voice.
- Students will consider the poem's broader message about resilience and the human spirit's yearning for freedom.
- Students will create their own piece of writing expressing their thoughts on overcoming limitations.
- Introduce the concept of whakawehi (challenge) and its connection to the caged bird's struggle.
- Briefly discuss the importance of rangatiratanga (chieftainship, self-determination) in Māori culture, linking it to the theme of freedom.
Success Criteria:
- Students can explain the symbolic meaning of the caged bird in the poem.
- Students can identify and analyze examples of figurative language (simile, metaphor, personification) used in the poem.
- Students can explain the speaker's voice and how it contributes to the poem's message.
Caged Bird
BY MAYA ANGELOU
A free bird leaps
on the back of the wind
and floats downstream
till the current ends
and dips his wing
in the orange sun rays
and dares to claim the sky.
But a bird that stalks
down his narrow cage
can seldom see through
his bars of rage
his wings are clipped and
his feet are tied
so he opens his throat to sing.
The caged bird sings
with a fearful trill
of things unknown
but longed for still
and his tune is heard
on the distant hill
for the caged bird
sings of freedom.
The free bird thinks of another breeze
and the trade winds soft through the sighing trees
and the fat worms waiting on a dawn bright lawn
and he names the sky his own.
But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams
his shadow shouts on a nightmare scream
his wings are clipped and his feet are tied
so he opens his throat to sing.
The caged bird sings
with a fearful trill
of things unknown
but longed for still
and his tune is heard
on the distant hill
for the caged bird
sings of freedom.
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