Weekly outline

  • General

  • Term 1 Week 1

    Discover the Beauty of Mathematics: Explore Concepts and Problems


    Welcome to Mathematics, 8F1! 

    My name is Ms Sutton and I will be your maths and science teacher this year. 

  • Term 1 Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by analysing how to read and draw graphs.
    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by recognising that there are different types of graphs.
    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by calculating the averages of sets of values


    Success Criteria:

    • I can calculate the mean from a set of data.
    • I can calculate the median from a set of data.
    • I can use the mean to calculate the missing value from a set of data.


    Activities:

    • Learning the classroom rules
    • Mean, median, mode, range worksheet on Google Classroom

  • Term 1 Week 3

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by analysing how to read and draw graphs.
    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by recognising that there are different types of graphs.
    • We are EXPLORING...statistics of sea life by calculating the averages of sets of values


    Success Criteria:

    • I can calculate the mean from a set of data.
    • I can calculate the median from a set of data.
    • I can calculate the range and mode from a set of data
    • I can identify different types of data


    Activities:

    • Mean, median, mode, range worksheet on Google Classroom
    • Learning about the different types of data and the graphs that can be drawn from them



    Tuesday 13 Feb:



    Wednesday 14 Feb:


  • Term 1 Week 4

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs


    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a dot plot from a set of data


    Activities:

    • Collecting class data about favourite colour, minutes to school, and number of siblings
    • Using this data to draw dot plots
    • Using this data to make column graphs



    Tuesday 20 February:




    Wednesday 21 February:



  • Term 1 Week 5

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs




    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a column chart


    Activities:

    • Adding evidence to Great AKO website (Ako digital - BrainPOP and MathsBuddy and Ako thinking & learning: graphing)
    • Ludi
    • Column graphs and dot plots worksheet on Google Classroom


    Wednesday 28 February



  • Term 1 Week 6

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs




    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a stem and leaf plot
    • I can draw a dot plot
    • I can draw a tally chart


    Activities:

    • Drawing Stem and leaf plots with class data on height and number of books read in the summer
    • Blooket on stem and leaf plots and dot plots
    • Maths Assessment 1: Year 8 Assessment 1 Shark Conservation on Google Classroom


    Numeracy Ninja:

    Tuesday 5 March



    Wednesday 6 March


  • Term 1 Week 7

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs




    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a stem and leaf plot
    • I can draw a dot plot
    • I can draw a histogram


    Activities:

    • Maths Assessment 1: Year 8 Assessment 1 Shark Conservation on Google Classroom


    Numeracy Ninja:

    Wednesday 13 March


  • Term 1 Week 8

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs




    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a stem and leaf plot
    • I can draw a box and whisker plot


    Activities:

    • Drawing Box and Whisker plots from class data
    • Maths Assessment 1: Year 8 Assessment 1 Shark Conservation on Google Classroom


    Numeracy Ninja:

    Tuesday 19 March


    Wednesday 20 March


  • Term 1 Week 9

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on identifying the types of graphs needed for different sets of data
    • We are FOCUSING...drawing bar graphs, dot plots, and box and whisker graphs




    Success Criteria:

    • I can draw a stem and leaf plot
    • I can draw a box and whisker plot


    Activities:

    • Maths Assessment 1: Year 8 Assessment 1 Shark Conservation on Google Classroom


  • Term 1 Week 10


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...probability by researching the theoretical and experimental probabilities of different events happening


    Success Criteria:

    • I can define the likelihood or chance of something happening
    • I can define the chance of something happening as a fraction and percentage


    Activities:

    • Making a tally chart of the number of different colour cars in the teacher carpark and calculating the probability of picking a colour car randomly. 
    • Describing chance worksheet on Google Classroom


    Numeracy Ninja:

    Wednesday 3 April 

  • Term 1 Week 11


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...probability by researching the theoretical and experimental probabilities of different events happening


    Success Criteria:

    • I can define the likelihood or chance of something happening
    • I can define the chance of something happening as a fraction and percentage


    Activities:

    • Investigating the probabilities of different events happening: picking a card from a pack, coin toss, throwing dice, spinning a spinner. 
    • Experimental probability worksheet on Google Classroom


    Numeracy Ninja:

    Tuesday 9 April 



    Wednesday 10 April 


  • School Holidays


  • Term 2: Week 1


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems



    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies



    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. Whanau Monitors will record your name on our Whanau spreadsheet on Wednesdays when you complete a Stage (8 stickers) and assign an eBadge on your Holistic Report.
    5. Miss Kindley or Mrs Phadke will assign Stage Two on Maths Buddy to students who have passed all 8 tasks at Stage One. 
    6.  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. 
    7.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher.  
    Mathematical Problem Solving
    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    8.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    9.  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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 


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  • Term 2: Week 2

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    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 the Teacher.  
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    3. Complete all the questions in maths exercise book. 

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2: Week 3

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3.  In-class discussion and demonstration with the Teacher.  
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    4. This week we are going to work on solving two mysteries.  You will solve one mystery independently, while other one will be done in a group. Solve the clues and check your answers with the teacher. Let’s see who will solve the mystery first.


    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    5.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2 Week 4

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora

    This week our focus will be working on Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fraction word problems. 


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. 
    Show your working and steps.
    4. After teacher modeling, solve the attached activities.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    5.  Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • 20 May - 26 May

  • Term 2 Week 5

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora

    1. This week, our focus will be working on percentage word problems. Session two, I will give you a word problem, and your job is to show two to three different strategies to solve the problem. You will work in pairs for this activity. In session three, you will upload the learning evidence to your Google Site. 


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. 
    Show your working and steps.
    4. After teacher modeling, solve the attached activities.
    5. Show two to three different strategies to solve the given word problem.
    6. Upload your working as an evidence to your Google Site. 

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.
    7. Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    8. 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2 Week 6

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora

    1. This week, we will focus on the word problems asked in various competitions. The strategy we are following is  the'Four-Step Method': Explore, Plan, Solve, and Check.


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. 
    Show your working and steps.
    4. After teacher modeling, solve the attached activities.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.

    5. Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2 Week 7

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora

    1. This week, we will continue with the word problems asked in various competitions. The strategy we are following is  the'Four-Step Method': Explore, Plan, Solve, and Check.


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. 
    Show your working and steps.
    4. After teacher modeling, solve the attached activities.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.

    5. Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2, Week 8

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora,

    This week, you will first solve an escape room problem and then create your own. You will work in pairs for both the activities. 

    Session 1: Easttle test
    Session 2: Math escape room problem-solving
    Session 3: Create a problem-solving question for the escape room. 


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. Work in pairs.

    4. After class discussion, solve the attached activities.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.

    5. Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2, Week 9

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number 

    Kia ora,

    This week, you will create a problem-solving activity for the escape room. You will work in pairs for this activity. 

    Instructions:

    1. Create 5 clues.

    2. The answer should be one-digit number and give a passcode at the end. 

    3. Participants need this passcode to go to the next level. 

    4. The problem should be mathematical and require a strategy to solve. It should not be very easy or simple. 



    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. Work in pairs.

    4. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.

    5. Mark exercise bookwork, in groups. 
    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 2, Week 10

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate
    • We are EXPLORING a range of strategies to solve real-world problems

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are APPLYING number operations to complete Stage One of our Numeracy Certificate
    • We are APPLYING mathematical problem-solving strategies to solve real-world problems

    Authentic Outcomes:  Developing an Escape Room Challenge

    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Name and apply different problem-solving strategies


    Class Activities:   Number, Fraction 

    Kia ora,

    This week, we are going to explore the concept of measurement and use them for the problem-solving questions. 

    Session 1: Calculations involving mixed capacity units.
    Session 2: Problems involving Perimeter.
    Session 3: Problems involving Area.


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy reinforcement activities.

    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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term Holidays

  • Term Holidays

  • Term 3, Week 1



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Perimeter

    Kia ora,

    Welcome back! This term, our main focus will be on learning measurement and scale concepts using the Olympics as our theme. The main topics we will cover are distance, perimeter, area, and volume. We will begin with perimeter. First, we will review the concepts and then solve some problem-solving questions related to Olympic sports.

     

    Session 1: Introduction to the Olympics and its connection to math, perimeter-specific vocabulary, perimeter activity.
    Session 2: Continue with the activity.
    Session 3: Problem-solving activity.


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 2



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Area

    Kia ora,

    Welcome back! This term, our main focus will be on learning measurement and scale concepts using the Olympics as our theme. The main topics we will cover are distance, perimeter, area, and volume. 

    Session 1: Area of Rectangle and Squares
    Session 2: SLC
    Session 3: Area of a Triangle


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 3



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Area

    Kia ora,

    Welcome back! This term, our main focus will be on learning measurement and scale concepts using the Olympics as our theme. The main topics we will cover are distance, perimeter, area, and volume. 

    Session 1: Area of a Triangle - Word Problem
    Session 2: Area of a Parallelogram
    Session 3: Area of a Circle


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 4



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Area

    Kia ora,

    Welcome back! This term, our main focus will be on learning measurement and scale concepts using the Olympics as our theme. The main topics we will cover are distance, perimeter, area, and volume. 

    Session 1: Fraction of a circle
    Session 2: Length of an arc
    Session 3: Area of composite shapes


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 5



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Area 

    Kia ora,

    This week, we will focus on Area of a semicircle and quadrant, and the area of composite shapes. 

    Session 1: Area of Semicircle and Quadrant
    Session 2: Area of Composite Shapes
    Session 3: Teacher's only day.


    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 6



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:   Volume & Scale 

    Kia ora,

    This week, we will focus on Volume of Prisms, and Scale 

    Session 1: Volume of Prisms
    Session 2: Scale
    Session 3: Scale  - Investigation

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 7



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:  Assessment 2

    Kia ora,

    This week, we will focus on our Assessment 2.

    Session 1: Assessment 2 - Introduction and related resources 
    Session 2: Assessment 2 - Continue.
    Session 3: Assessment 2 - Continue

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.


    Links:

    Badminton Court
    Basketball Court
    Swimming Pool - 10 Lane
    Eight Lane Swimming Pool


    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 8



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:  Assessment 2

    Kia ora,

    This week, we will focus on our Assessment 2.

    Session 1: Assessment 2 - Continue 
    Session 2: Assessment 2 - Continue
    Session 3: Assessment 2 - Continue

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.


    Links:

    Badminton Court
    Basketball Court
    Swimming Pool - 10 Lane
    Eight Lane Swimming Pool


    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 9



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:  Assessment 2

    Kia ora,

    This week, we will focus on our Assessment 2.

    Session 1: Assessment 2 - Continue 
    Session 2: Assessment 2 - Continue
    Session 3: Assessment 2 - Continue

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.
    2.  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. 
    3. After class discussion, complete the activity.


    Links:

    Badminton Court
    Basketball Court
    Swimming Pool - 10 Lane
    Eight Lane Swimming Pool


    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 3, Week 10



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING number operations in context to support Stage One of our MHJC Numeracy Certificate.
    • We are EXPLORING  various sports fields, tracks, & sites of the Paris Olympics. 
    • We are CALCULATING distances, perimeters, areas, and volumes of various sports fields, tracks, & sites of Paris Olympics.
    • We are CALCULATING and reading a scale and interpreting real-life distances.
    • We are DISCOVERING different sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics - shapes of the sub-parts.
    Authentic Outcomes:  

    • To design & construct an Olympic stadium or sports field, ensuring dimensions are calculated to scale.


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    Mathematical Problem Solving

    • Find distance, perimeter, area, and volume.
    • Apply this knowledge in a real-life context, such as various sports fields, tracks, and sites of the Olympics.
    • Read a scale and interpret real-life distances.

    Class Activities:  Revision and Reflection

    Session 1: Revision - Group task 
    Session 2: Revision - Maths Buddy
    Session 3: Revision - Maths Buddy

    1. Complete Numeracy Ninja Do Now challenge.






    2.  Complete the revision task on maths buddy.

    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term break

  • Term break

  • Term 4, Week 1

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: Calculate and compare cost
    Session 2: Bank Transactions and Overdraft
    Session 3: Currency Conversion

     Do Now 







    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 4, Week 2

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts
    • We are LEARNING about differents aspects relating to money, such as bank transactions and buy now pay later. 


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems
    • connect negative numbers with debt.


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: Buy now pay later
    Session 2: Percentage discounts
    Session 3: Percentage discounts - Extended

     Do Now 







    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 4, Week 3

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts
    • We are LEARNING about differents aspects relating to money, such as bank transactions and buy now pay later. 


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems
    • connect negative numbers with debt.


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: Public Holiday
    Session 2: Marae Visit
    Session 3: Creating Budget 

     Do Now 







    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 4, Week 4

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts
    • We are LEARNING about differents aspects relating to money, such as bank transactions and buy now pay later. 


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems
    • connect negative numbers with debt.


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: Complete Shopping List Task & Maths Buddy
    Session 2: Scale - Ratio
    Session 3: Scale  - Find Actual Distance

     Do Now 











    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 4, Week 5

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts
    • We are LEARNING about differents aspects relating to money, such as bank transactions and buy now pay later. 


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems
    • connect negative numbers with debt.


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: Scale - Find Map Distance
    Session 2: Scale - Investigation
    Session 3: Time

     Do Now 








    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • Term 4, Week 6

    This week

     





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING how to interpret and communicate the location of positions and pathways using coordinates, angle measures, and the 8 main and halfway compass points
    • We are EXPLORING  to connect map scales to proportional reasoning, connect angles and using a protractor with compass point, investigate the most efficient route between two destinations.
    • We are LEARNING to create and compare financial plans
    • We are CALCULATING  the percentage discounts
    • We are LEARNING about differents aspects relating to money, such as bank transactions and buy now pay later. 


    Theme: Resilience/empowerment/perseverance
    Whakatauki: "I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho."
    Metaphorical: A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions 
    Literal: This whakatauki refers to the need for creative thinking, adaptability and perseverance. In order to solve a problem you need to have all of these.

    Success Criteria:  I can...
    • create and compare financial plans
    • calculate percentage discounts 
    • use map scales, compass points, distance, and turn to interpret and communicate positions 
    • use pathways in coordinate systems and grid reference systems
    • connect negative numbers with debt.


    Class Activities:  

    Session 1: e-asTTle
    Session 2: Location - Grid References
    Session 3: Time

     Do Now 








    Fast finishers can work on their  Maths Buddy 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 and complete your Numeracy Certificate tasks. 

    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, 1 x See Reader during Wananga Wednesday and 1 x iBalance plus 1 x Read Around at home
    Thursdays: 2 x Maths Buddy Task, 1 x See Reader 

  • 25 November - 1 December