Week 8, Term 3

Each week we look forward to Tuesdays because it is our I.C.T. day. Last week we had a great time playing on the I.C.T. Maths Games site. Tania helps us work our way around the site.

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Excitement is building for this Friday as we are holding our Kowhai Trolley Derby. Our trolley cars are having the final touches put on early next week. Be sure to take a peek!
As a teacher it has been very rewarding listening to the children's discussions in regard to their learning throughout this inquiry unit. They have an amazing understanding of the actual technology involved in their trolley's and the appropriate vocabulary.
Recently a child brought in a large banana box to school. When I asked what it was for she replied "Oh it is my car, but its just that I haven't attached the axle and wheels yet!" I am a bit embarrassed to say that at the age of 21 plus, I have only recently investigated the workings of axles and wheels myself!

Next week...

At literacy time we will be looking at our long vowels and tricky words two and have.
During maths we will adding and subtracting up to 20/100.
Friday is the Kowhai Trolley Derby!

Have a happy and safe week!