THE BERNARD MANGAKAHIA SHOW

This morning, the whole school watched a show in the hall.  Bernard Mangakahia took us on a journey of Polynesia, telling stories of his family history and showing us amazing dances.  Bernard was very inspirational and told us to always believe in ourselves and to work for our dreams.  Here is the link to Bernard's website if you would like to know more... www.bemana.wix.com/mana

SPECIAL VISITORS FROM THE SPCA

Yesterday we had three very special visitors - Marjorie and her two dogs Ralph and Kudos.  They were from the Otago SPCA.  Marjorie talked to Room 9 & 11 about the animals that come to the SPCA and how they help them.  We got to pat her lovely dogs and ask lots of questions about the SPCA.  As part of our compassion topic this term, we will continue to learn about the SPCA and we will be trying to help them as much as possible.

SOPHIE'S LEARNING COMMITMENT

Today Sophie shared her completed 'Learning Commitment'.  Sophie made a powerpoint to share her knowledge of programming.  She made some amazing things with a 3D printer.  Awesome stuff Sophie!

OUR AMERICAN VISITORS

On Friday afternoon we had two special visitors, Seth and Amanda.  Seth and Amanda are from America and they have been studying at the University of Otago.  They spent the afternoon helping out in our classroom.

WHAT KIND OF SCIENTIST WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE?

This week we learned about different kinds of scientists and discussed what kind of scientist we would like to be.  Here is a quick quiz for you:  Can you remember what the following scientists do?

*  Botanist
*  Chemist
*  Biologist
*  Zoologist
*  Ichthyologist
*  Entomologist
*  Seismologist
*  Mineralogist
*  Astronomer
*  Paleontologist
*  Geologist
*  Ecologist

OUR DISCOVERY TABLE

This term we have a new addition to our classroom - we have a 'Discovery Table'.  On this table we are collecting lots of interesting objects from nature.  We have been enjoying examining all these items and learning more about them.

TARRAH'S LEARNING COMMITMENT GOAL

Tarrah has been working very hard over the school holidays to complete her Learning Commitment goal.  Tarrah's goal was to "design and build a house".  Here are some photos of her amazing creation.  Awesome work Tarrah!!!