Dance Term 2

We are learning to:  follow instructions from a dance teacher to learn a dance routine.

We can do this when:  we keep to the beat
                                    we are in sync with the dance moves being taught
                                    dance with another partner

Writing

I am learning to write a descriptive story using interesting words to describe a recent storm in Christchurch.

I can write independently, spelling an increasing number of words.

I am learning to use fullstops and capital letters.

I can start each sentence in a different way.

Reading

I am learning to show an understanding of words/sentences/paragraphs by saying "I think that means..." after I have read the piece to demonstrate clarity and comprehension.

WRITING

WALT write a recount. SUCCESS CRITERIA We are writing about something that has already happened.STUDENT VOICE "I have answered the questions  why, what, who, when, where when I am writing about an event that has already happened". 

Art term 3

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Library

In the year 2 hub we show our C.A.R.E values in the library!!

Community

Put books/ equipment back where you found them.

Active Thinking

Choose books appropriate for you.

Respect

Use manners.

Communicate quietly and respectfully.

Handle books/ equipment with care.

Excellence

Return/ renew your books on time.

TEACHER COMMENT:

GREAT TO SEE YOU USING THE CARE VALUES IN THE LIBRARY. I CAN SEE YOU ARE HANDLING THE BOOKS WITH CARE AND CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOOK FOR YOU.

Te Reo

Last Friday the students started their first session with Matua Rihari.

We sang a few waiatas and all the students were engaged with the singing and actions that went along with it. 

CARE values - Assembly

In Year 2 we show our C.A.R.E values during assembly!!

Community

Enter and exit respectfully.

Active Thinking

Focus on the speaker or presentation

Respect

Listen respectfully.

Sit quietly.

Excellence

Follow the assembly expectations

Topic - Learner Disposition

WALT: describe EMPATHY, one of our dispositions and use it towards others.

I can do this when I show empathy towards my peers.

This week the year 2's explore what EMPATHY is.  We then made cards for one another by interviewing each other.  The students put a lot of effort into their cards and showed a great amount of empathy towards each other. 

Music

We are learning to keep to a rhythm and change when instructed.

I can do this when I keep a rhythm by making different sounds with my body. 

Thank you for showing me your fantastic skills!  I loved watching the little performance and seeing you trying your best at keeping the rhythm. 

Dance

We are learning to:  follow instructions from a dance teacher to learn a dance routine.

We can do this when:  we keep to the beat
                                    we are in sync with the dance moves being                                         taught
                                    dance with another partner

Maths Year 2

WALT skip count in twos.
SUCCESS CRITERIA  I can go  2,4,6,8 ...  up to 100.
STUDENT VOICE " I know how to miss out every second number when I am skip counting". 

                         

Reading Term 1 2017

WALT read like we are talking.
SUCCESS CRITERIA I can read just like I  am talking.
STUDENT VOICE ' My reading sounds just like I am talking".

                      

                  

Music

We are learning to: 

explore different musical instruments

We can do this when:

*We keep a beat with the instrument

*Use our instrument to make loud and soft sounds

Well done Chloe on participating in the group musical experience.  You are doing a great job at showing community and listening to the teacher. A great job at using soft and loud sounds with your instrument. 

Writing

Learning Intention

We are learning to create a picture plan for our garden

Success Criteria

Draw your garden
Include 2 ideas you would like in your garden

Student Comment
In my garden there is a slide and some flowers.