Weekly outline

  • General

  • 3 February - 9 February

  • 10 February - 16 February

  • 17 February - 23 February

  • 24 February - 1 March


    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!




  • 2 March - 8 March

       

    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!





  • 9 March - 15 March

      



    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA
    • To practically isolate DNA from banana cells 
    • To look at Natural vs Artificial selection and relate it to Evolution of the NZ species 

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 
    • Work in a cohesive group and perform a DNA practical with care and precision
    • Identify whether natural or artificial selection has taken place when investigating certain organisms 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!






  • 16 March - 22 March


    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA
    • To practically isolate DNA from banana cells 
    • To look at Natural vs Artificial selection and relate it to Evolution of the NZ species 
    • To predict the probability of an off spring inheriting certain characteristics 
    • To accurately work out potential offspring characteristics by doing punnett square crosses 
    • Looking at pedigree charts 
    • Investigating certain genetic diseases 

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 
    • Work in a cohesive group and perform a DNA practical with care and precision
    • Identify whether natural or artificial selection has taken place when investigating certain organisms 
    • Accurately predict the outcome of offspring having certain characteristics by doing a punnett square cross 
    • Correctly predicting how certain traits can be inherited by completing a pedigree chart / reading information off a pedigree chart
    • Research and understand hoe certain inheritable diseases are transmitted through a family 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!



  • 23 March - 29 March


    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA
    • To practically isolate DNA from banana cells 
    • To look at Natural vs Artificial selection and relate it to Evolution of the NZ species 
    • To predict the probability of an off spring inheriting certain characteristics 
    • To accurately work out potential offspring characteristics by doing punnett square crosses 
    • Looking at pedigree charts 
    • Investigating certain genetic diseases 

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 
    • Work in a cohesive group and perform a DNA practical with care and precision
    • Identify whether natural or artificial selection has taken place when investigating certain organisms 
    • Accurately predict the outcome of offspring having certain characteristics by doing a punnett square cross 
    • Correctly predicting how certain traits can be inherited by completing a pedigree chart / reading information off a pedigree chart
    • Research and understand hoe certain inheritable diseases are transmitted through a family 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 



  • 30 March - 5 April

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  • 6 April - 12 April

    I hope you are having a healthy and restful break! Stay Safe !! 

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  • 13 April - 19 April



    Big Idea:  To investigate the biodiversity of New Zealand by looking at Genetics 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...We are EXPLORING to find out about ... 

    • Revise the previous unit of work using our new SCIPAD online resources 
    • Understand the key differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe "variation" and discuss its importance
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Describe the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA
    • To practically isolate DNA from banana cells 
    • To look at Natural vs Artificial selection and relate it to Evolution of the NZ species 
    • To predict the probability of an off spring inheriting certain characteristics 
    • To accurately work out potential offspring characteristics by doing punnett square crosses 
    • Looking at pedigree charts 
    • Investigating certain genetic diseases 

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Correctly and accurately show an understanding of the work above and below 
    • Tabulate the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction 
    • Describe what "variation" is and why it is important 
    • Measure a feature that shows variation 
    • Explain the basic process by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next
    • Describe the role and importance of DNA 
    • Work in a cohesive group and perform a DNA practical with care and precision
    • Identify whether natural or artificial selection has taken place when investigating certain organisms 
    • Accurately predict the outcome of offspring having certain characteristics by doing a punnett square cross 
    • Correctly predicting how certain traits can be inherited by completing a pedigree chart / reading information off a pedigree chart
    • Research and understand hoe certain inheritable diseases are transmitted through a family 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the genetics module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 


  • 20 April - 26 April



    Big Idea:  Life after Lockdown 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...We are EXPLORING to find out about ... 

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the medical science  module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 



  • 27 April - 3 May


    Big Idea:  Life after Lockdown 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...W are EXPLORING to find out about ....

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the medical science  module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 



  • 4 May - 10 May


    Big Idea:  Life after Lockdown 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...We are EXPLORING to find out about 

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the medical science  module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 



  • 11 May - 17 May



    Idea:  Life after Lockdown 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...We are EXPLORING to find out about 

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the medical science  module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    COVID 19 working from home! 

    Please check your e-mail everyday I will attempt to catch up with you regarding SCIENCE work that you CAN complete at home. Please note all work that has NOT been completed as yet, is to be completed NOW. 

    I will also be setting a few tasks on Education perfect and in your Google Classroom for you to do so please check these sites daily. 



  • 18 May - 24 May


    Idea:  Life after Lockdown 

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...We are EXPLORING to find out about 

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 25 May - 31 May



    BIG IDEA : Life After Lock Down 

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming


    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)..

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 1 June - 7 June


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 8 June - 14 June



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 15 June - 21 June



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 22 June - 28 June



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 29 June - 5 July



    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Identify the major spheres of the Earth 
    • Label & Describe the composition of the Earth 
    • Describe the "Theory of Tectonic plates" stating evidence for this theory 
    • Discuss Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Tsunamis in relation to News Zealand position on a plate boundary 
    • Identify the major features and functions of the human circulatory system
    • Describe the processes involved in the rock cycle 
    • Discuss the differences between the spheres of the earth 
    • Explain the water cycle process using the correct scientific words 
    • Discuss the processes that contribute to global warming 

    • Success Criteria: I can/have...
    • Correctly and accurately label a diagram of the Internal structure of the Earth 
    • Describe  the 4 spheres of the earth and why they are  important 
    • Describe the i"Tectonic plate theory" 
    • Explain the basic process of plate movements and how this related to New Zealand 
    • Tabulate the differences between the different types of plate movement 
    • Explain the events of the rock cycle
    • Research the different spheres of the earth 
    • Discuss and explain the processes of the water cycle 
    • Investigate the factors involved in global warming 

    Activities:

    1. New SCIPAD online resource - Go to the earths structure   module and complete the set tasks to the best of your ability. 
    2. Google classroom tasks 
    3. Videos on the topic 

    Homework:

    We are giving you this week to catch up on all incomplete work! Please use this time to do so. Please check your email and  google classroom for updates. 

    As Always all work NOT completed in class will be Completed for Homework ! 



  • 6 July - 12 July

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      Have a Fantastic Holiday Everyone !!

  • 13 July - 19 July

  • 20 July - 26 July


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...to analyse the interior structure and basic composition of the earth
    • We are EXPLORING...to recognise the different spheres of the earth so that we can investigate how man is messing with these spheres
    • We are EXPLORING...the importance of carbon in the atmosphere so that we can research and question global warming
    • We are EXPLORING Chemical and Physical Reactions
    • We are EXPLORING Acids and bases and the link to acid rain and drought
  • 27 July - 2 August


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to present data on the different ways man is destroying our climate , but analysing data that was obtained during covid 19 lockdown, o that we can promote a more sustainable way of living (creating energy, polluting less, recycling properly)
    • We are planning a number of experiments to investigate how acids and bases react in the atmosphere
    • Assignment icon

      When we were learning about climate change and drought, we also learnt about acid rain This can happen when greenhouse gasses are released in vast quantities, these gases can combine with the water in the upper atmosphere to form a new chemical, which could fall down to earth as acid rain. 

      This happens, because a chemical reaction has taken place. 


      Today you are going to be performing a number of investigations to decide whether a chemical or physical reaction has taken place or not.  


      You will be graded on your results table and conclusion where you will be noting down your observations



  • 3 August - 9 August


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING Chemical and Physical Reactions by INVESTIGATING  them practically 
    • We are EXPLORING Acids and bases and the link to acid rain and drought
    • We are EXPLORING Simple chemistry 
    • We are EXPLORING how to write word equations 


  • 10 August - 16 August


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING Chemical and Physical Reactions by INVESTIGATING  them practically 
    • We are EXPLORING Acids and bases and the link to acid rain and drought
    • We are EXPLORING Simple chemistry 
    • We are EXPLORING how to write word equations 



  • 17 August - 23 August

    Lockdown Activity Week - See Google Classroom 

  • 24 August - 30 August

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines
  • 31 August - 6 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines


  • 7 September - 13 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines



  • 14 September - 20 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines



  • 21 September - 26 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines



  • 28 September - 4 October


    Happy Holiday Everyone - See you in the New Term ..... 

  • 5 October - 11 October

  • 12 October - 18 October

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines
    • We are EXPLORING electricity as a way to power the race car
    • We are EXPLORING alternative energy sources to power our race cars
  • 19 October - 25 October

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..the nature of Forces by Experimentation.
    • We are EXPLORING...The Effect of Forces on a moving object
    • We are EXPLORING...The relationship between mass and weight
    • We are EXPLORING ... how to calculate speed, time and distance
    • We are EXPLORING Simple machines
    • We are EXPLORING electricity as a way to power the race car
    • We are EXPLORING alternative energy sources to power our race cars


  • 26 October - 1 November

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... to make a box trolly car (Y10), a bottle model car (Y9 ), model car with different wheels (Y8) so that we can...apply our knowledge and present data on why speed limits can save lives
    • We are completing a set of CHALLENGES - which will test our experimental procedure skills and our Data collecting skills.
    • Challenges include - parachute drop, Sphero programming, helicopter drop, car down a ramp and Water Wild Wacky races on 18 November
  • 2 November - 8 November


    Big Idea:  "Amazing Races"

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between mass and weight. 
    • Describe  and calculate speed, time distance
    • Predict what factors would influence speed of an object 
    • Describe the forces acting on an object 
    • Describe the importance of friction 

    Success Criteria : I can/have...

    • Investigated the relationship between slope of a road and distance a car travelled 
    • Investigated upward motion of a rocket 
    • Investigated and collected data from our box go cart 
    • Investigated and collected data during our Wild Wet Wednesday 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 
    3. Car down slope practical 
    4. Box go cart races (investigate relationship between mass, slope, speed distance 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!





  • 9 November - 15 November


    Big Idea:  "Amazing Races"

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between mass and weight. 
    • Describe  and calculate speed, time distance
    • Predict what factors would influence speed of an object 
    • Describe the forces acting on an object 
    • Describe the importance of friction 

    Success Criteria : I can/have...

    • Investigated the relationship between slope of a road and distance a car travelled 
    • Investigated upward motion of a rocket 
    • Investigated and collected data from our box go cart 
    • Investigated and collected data during our Wild Wet Wednesday 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 
    3. Car down slope practical 
    4. Box go cart races (investigate relationship between mass, slope, speed distance 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!






  • 16 November - 22 November


    Big Idea:  "Amazing Races"

    Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

    • Understand the key differences between mass and weight. 
    • Describe  and calculate speed, time distance
    • Predict what factors would influence speed of an object 
    • Describe the forces acting on an object 
    • Describe the importance of friction 

    Success Criteria : I can/have...

    • Investigated the relationship between slope of a road and distance a car travelled 
    • Investigated upward motion of a rocket 
    • Investigated and collected data from our box go cart 
    • Investigated and collected data during our Wild Wet Wednesday 

    Activities:

    1. Google classroom tasks 
    2. Videos on the topic 
    3. Car down slope practical 
    4. Box go cart races (investigate relationship between mass, slope, speed distance 

    Homework:
    All Class work NOT completed in class will be completed for Homework !!






  • 23 November - 29 November

  • 30 November - 6 December

  • 7 December - 13 December