Nicholas' Learning

What: We have been learning to use the STUCK poster more effectively in learning So What: We had to come up with common problems on certain subjects like Reading and then Mr Hillary typed it up. Then we cut them out and stuck them on solutions that would help with the problem. Now What: What is the solution you use the most? I use the Ask A Friend strategy the most

What: We have been learning why things have been invented (Need) and identifying their attributes. So what: Now what: Write your why questions. Why do some chairs have two thick legs instead of four? Why do some desks have a wood support at the bottom? Why do desks have a smooth and flat surface? Why do some desks have drawers on them?

What: We have been learning about questioning. We then framed open and closed questions based on my passion project. My topic is Internet . So What: Type up 2 closed and open questions to show your understanding. Closed: When did they come up with the idea and how long did it take to create. Open : What was the Internet originally going to be used for .

What: we worked together in a group to learn and perform a play for the class. So what: : My role was palace attendant 3, We co operated by voting for who gets what role and if they would do good. Now what: I could improve on reading more slowly and with a clear voice so everyone can hear me .

Writing: I want to work on my ideas, my order of my story and paragraphs. Reading: Try not to speak too fast and have a clear voice. Maths: I want to work on mite complicated uncommon denominator fractions. Self Awareness: I still need to work on finding the right place to learn and stay focused in learning because I slowly drift away from learning and get caught up in distractions. I will do this by moving to another spot when distracted.

What: Walt: Describe how text features make reading interesting. Now what: Try to have a clear voice and pay attention to the commas and full stops.

ANZAC Explanation Introduction  World War One started in 1914 and ended in 1918. Millions of people died in that war. ANZAC day is a special day where Australians and New Zealanders remember the Kiwi and Australian men and women that died in those wars. Every year since 1915 we have been remembering them.    Why is ANZAC day remembered?  ANZAC day is a public and special day when New Zealanders and Australians commemorate those that died in the war. ANZAC day stands for Australia New Zealand Army Corps which was created by a post office clerk. Half of the men from New Zealand went to war which affected families all over NZ. First the army went to Apia to get more soldiers, then they went to Cairo for training. Overall 2431 soldiers and 500 nurses died and 7571 got injured from NZ in World War One.   How is ANZAC day remembered?    Every April 25th ANZAC day is remembered in NZ with special ANZAC day memorials and Dawn pa...