Monday, 21 September 2009
Anne's 'Managing Self' Comic Strip
It shows if you hurt someone's feelings, you should apologise and make up and become friends and make sure it will never happen again.
Nature's Spring Music
Nature (Year 8) has composed this piece of Spring music - doesn't it make you imagine the lambs skipping around in their grassy, green paddocks?
Krystal's Who am I?
Who Am I
What values are most important to you?
I strongly believe that you should respect everyone and be very courteous to others, because if you do that then people will respect you and will see you as a very well mannered person.
What do you stand for?
I stand for Animal rights, because I want to be one of the thousands who speaks for animals.
What is important to you?
My family, because no matter what you'll always have family and they will always support you.
Someone who has influenced me, in at least two ways,
plus some examples.
Oprah, because she has helped so many people, by helping the hungry and the poor, she has truly inspired me to put others before myself that are in need.
What values are most important to you?
I strongly believe that you should respect everyone and be very courteous to others, because if you do that then people will respect you and will see you as a very well mannered person.
What do you stand for?
I stand for Animal rights, because I want to be one of the thousands who speaks for animals.
What is important to you?
My family, because no matter what you'll always have family and they will always support you.
Someone who has influenced me, in at least two ways,
plus some examples.
Oprah, because she has helped so many people, by helping the hungry and the poor, she has truly inspired me to put others before myself that are in need.
Jordan's Who am I?
What values are most important to you?
Respect your elders
Respect others
Respect yourself
Respect your parents
Respect your guests
What do you stand for?
I strongly believe that sports and keeping fit represent me best.
What is important to you?
Things that are important to me are friends, family, education and getting a good job.
Name someone that has influenced you.
My grand dad because he always cheered me on. Also he never gave up on me when I said I quit in sports but encouraged me to carry on.
Respect your elders
Respect others
Respect yourself
Respect your parents
Respect your guests
What do you stand for?
I strongly believe that sports and keeping fit represent me best.
What is important to you?
Things that are important to me are friends, family, education and getting a good job.
Name someone that has influenced you.
My grand dad because he always cheered me on. Also he never gave up on me when I said I quit in sports but encouraged me to carry on.
Wylie's Danger Music
If you're into video games, then this is the music for you! Wylie (Year 8) has composed this impressive piece of music.
Krystal's Natcoll Experience
Natcoll, not only for adult students.
Natcoll, (ICT Computer and Design Institution) has had the company of Primary School Students, attending for computer lessons. This term, Carol Kendall, the computer tutor, has been teaching Primary Students how to Blog. Using the Blogspot website, these students have an opportunity to learn and teach others in the future.
They have been doing awesome stuff like commenting on other bloggers work, putting interesting pictures on their website to decorating their page and heaps more activities. Wainoni School has participated in this and has a page of their own. They have included Magazine covers, Voki’s, phrases and even maps of their favorite places. They also have t-shirts with important messages written on them, this school is just one of the lucky schools who participate in this awesome opportunity.
Natcoll, (ICT Computer and Design Institution) has had the company of Primary School Students, attending for computer lessons. This term, Carol Kendall, the computer tutor, has been teaching Primary Students how to Blog. Using the Blogspot website, these students have an opportunity to learn and teach others in the future.
They have been doing awesome stuff like commenting on other bloggers work, putting interesting pictures on their website to decorating their page and heaps more activities. Wainoni School has participated in this and has a page of their own. They have included Magazine covers, Voki’s, phrases and even maps of their favorite places. They also have t-shirts with important messages written on them, this school is just one of the lucky schools who participate in this awesome opportunity.
Jordan's Skiing and Snowboarding
Skiing and Snowboarding
On Tuesday 8 September, most of the Year 6, 7 and 8s went skiing or snowboarding. They went to Porter Heights and got there by cars and vans. On the way there they stopped at Springfield and also went past different places.
They went there to have fun and learn. They were also there representing their school. They had to learn how to ski or snowboard if they had never been before, they did that with the lessons. After that they were allowed free time. At 3:30 pm they left and went back to their school, then went home.
On Tuesday 8 September, most of the Year 6, 7 and 8s went skiing or snowboarding. They went to Porter Heights and got there by cars and vans. On the way there they stopped at Springfield and also went past different places.
They went there to have fun and learn. They were also there representing their school. They had to learn how to ski or snowboard if they had never been before, they did that with the lessons. After that they were allowed free time. At 3:30 pm they left and went back to their school, then went home.
Taylor's Recount
THE MAGNIFICENT PORTER HEIGHTS SKI TRIP.
After months of planning and a lot of meetings, twenty eight Wainoni pupils, four teachers and the Police Education Officer, Constable Debbie, all gathered at Wainoni Primary School gate by 7:30 am local time on Tuesday 8 September. Just before Wainoni Primary met a number of schools in the Canterbury district at the ski field, they stopped at Springfield for a snack. A few pupils at Wainoni bought their snack at the nearest café. They all finished travelling to the ski field via convoy.
The bright reflection of the snow made all of the skiers or snowboarders wear safety ski goggles or sunglasses. All the schools that came to Porters Heights had to wear their gear they brought before they were allowed to collect their skis. The schools first had ski lessons until lunchtime when everyone ate or kept trying to get into the intermediate area, apparently the only one that got wiped out in Wainoni School was Taylor.
After months of planning and a lot of meetings, twenty eight Wainoni pupils, four teachers and the Police Education Officer, Constable Debbie, all gathered at Wainoni Primary School gate by 7:30 am local time on Tuesday 8 September. Just before Wainoni Primary met a number of schools in the Canterbury district at the ski field, they stopped at Springfield for a snack. A few pupils at Wainoni bought their snack at the nearest café. They all finished travelling to the ski field via convoy.
The bright reflection of the snow made all of the skiers or snowboarders wear safety ski goggles or sunglasses. All the schools that came to Porters Heights had to wear their gear they brought before they were allowed to collect their skis. The schools first had ski lessons until lunchtime when everyone ate or kept trying to get into the intermediate area, apparently the only one that got wiped out in Wainoni School was Taylor.
Taylor's Danger Music
Taylor (Year 8) has composed a piece of music to convey the idea of danger to match the image of rogue waves.
Jordan's Danger Music
Jordan (Year 8) has composed this short piece of music to represent 'danger'. There's a definite feeling of danger don't you think?
Anne's Comic Caption
I chose this picture because I have cats at home and when they get washed I know that they are planningtheir revenge on mum and I.
Mairieka's Danger Music
Mairieka (Year 5) has composed this fabulous piece to show the feeling of danger with the big guns of war.
Krystal's Spring Music
Krystal (Year 8) has composed a beautiful piece of Spring music. Can't you just imagine all those beautiful flowers at this time of year, when you listen to this music?
Anne's Ski Story
WAINONI SKIER'S
BY ANNE
On Tuesday the 8th of September, Term 3, 2009, Wainoni School went skiing at Porters Heights.
They used four vans and a teacher’s car. On their way they stopped off at the giant donut in Springfield for a toilet break.
Everyone helped each other and almost everyone was on the Intermediate section, lots of people fell off the Magic Carpet that goes up hill so you can go down.
They went to get an outdoor education and to have fun, all the kids enjoyed it and can not wait till next time.
BY ANNE
On Tuesday the 8th of September, Term 3, 2009, Wainoni School went skiing at Porters Heights.
They used four vans and a teacher’s car. On their way they stopped off at the giant donut in Springfield for a toilet break.
Everyone helped each other and almost everyone was on the Intermediate section, lots of people fell off the Magic Carpet that goes up hill so you can go down.
They went to get an outdoor education and to have fun, all the kids enjoyed it and can not wait till next time.
Monday, 14 September 2009
Book Review by Jordan
This review was done by JordanJordan wrote this when he was 12 years old
SAKURA and the New Boy
Adapted by Kimberly Weinberger
How easy was it to get stuck into this book?
Sakura is a card collector but she doesn't collect normal cards they are magic cards. And when an other magic card collector comes to town it is even more critical to collect the cards.
Who are the main characters?
Sakura is the main character, Kero is the guide and friend, the new boy another card collector, Madison Sakuras friend and the only person that knows her secret and wants to tape every time Sakura tries to collect the magic cards, the magic cards that cause havoc in town.
What is the storyline?
This episode is about the Clow Card Thunder and it is making a thunder storm on a sunny day. Also about the new boy in town.
How's it written (style)?
This story is written in mysterious and exciting writing.
Other books I know about from the same author?
None.
The overall verdict is...
I give it a 3 out of 5.
Nature's Book Review
Name of reviewerNature, Age 12.
Treasure Hunt.
Kelly McKain.
First Published by Scholastic Ltd. 2004.
How easy was it to get stuck into this book?
This book was very easy to get stuck into. As soon as I started to read it I noticed that Spirulina was the type of girl who loved adventures. She didn't like to sing and brush her hair all day like her two sisters, but she never had something fun to do.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters in this story are the powerful King Neptune, his three daughters: Spirulina, Coralie, Shelle; the helpful Albi; and the evil mastermind Ariel.
What's the story line?
One day on Mermaid Rock King Neptune declared that his treasure was stolen and that he had made a bet with the Evil Ariel for his treasure and he LOST. But much worse than that, with his treasure stolen Ariel said "If I can't have the treasure I'll have the palace, you have till sunset to find my treasure." Will they make this deadline?
How's it written?
This story is written in a very easy to read style and it gives great descriptions on everything.
Other books by the same author that Nature knows about?
Whale Rescue.
The overall verdict is
5/6 A terrific read!
Wylie's Book Review
Wylie(Age 13 years)
The BFG
by Roald Dahl
How easy it was to get stuck in the book?
Well, once you read the first page, you would not want to stop reading. The first page is about Sophie and the
witching hour. The witching hour is when all the humans are asleep and all the giants are allowed in the human countries but if a human is awake and sees them, the giant has to take the human who saw them back to the Giant Country.
Who are the characters?
The main characters are: Sophie (a little girl), the BFG (Big Friendly Giant), the Bloodbottler (a big mean giant) and the Fleshlumpeater (the biggest! the meanest! of all giants). The Queen is also in the story.
What's the story line?
Well, the story is about Sophie who lives at an orphanage. One night she cannot sleep because the moon is shining on her eyes. When she gets up to shut the curtains she sees a giant and the giant sees her. It is the witching hour. Sophie then runs to her bed and hides under her blankets. The giant puts his big giant hand through the window and snatches her from her bed and runs all the way to his cave as fast as he can.
How's it written?
It has lots of describing words and it puts you in the characters' shoes. It's a really imaginative story.
Other books by the same author that I know about?
None.
The overall verdict is...
I give the book 4 out of 5. The story is really interesting at the beginning, but it is boring in some parts.
Krystal's Book Review
This review is by Krystal from Wainoni SchoolKrystal wrote this review when she was 12 years old.
Mermaid Rock-Treasure Hunt
by Kelly McKain
Published by Scholastic's LTD, 2004.
How easy is it to get stuck into this book?
By looking at the cover alone, you instantly find interest. Bored as Spirulina is, she finds a great adventure with her new friend, Albi, to find the missing treasure that's been stolen from her father, Neptune. While her sisters weep, Spirulina searches high and low but I'm not sure they want to hear the answer they seek.
Who are the main characters?
Spirulina is the courageous mermaid, fighting time to save her home. Shelle and Coralie are her sisters, they think Spirulina cannot find the treasure in time but that won't stop Spirulina. Albi, her courageous albatross, will fight with her until the end; and Neptune, the worried father, seeks for his Spirulina to be safe and sound.
What's the story line
" My treasure has been STOLEN!" roared Neptune. Spirulina, Shelle and Coralie are relaxing while singing beautiful lullabies until suddenly Neptune (their father) interrupts them, sliding and sweeping through the clear blue waters, splashing the three mermaids. With such horrible news, Spirulina has the courage to help find the special treasure before the great evil Ariel keeps the floating palace. But, this all needs to be done before sunset! How are they going to make it in time?
How is it written?
It is written really creatively, it has many sentences and words that make you visualise what's happening and is also very unpredictable. This book will suit many girls from ages 5-12, but if you like a great action-packed book, I'd recommend it for anyone.
Other books by the same author that I know about?
None, but will be looking forward to reading more of Kelly McKain books, including the series of Mermaid Rocks.
The overall verdict is
4 out of 5, This book is awesome and exciting, this book will boost your imagination and I think you should read it.
Taylor's Book Review
This review is by Taylor.Taylor wrote this review when he was 13 years old.
HOUSE OF DANGER
R A Montgomery
Scholastic, 2006, 109 pages, ISBN 978-1-86504-927-4
How easy was it to get stuck into this book?
This story takes you for the craziest ride of your life, running around in circles and trying to survive, while you are solving the mystery that would either kill you, or give you a lot of reward money.
Who are the main characters?
You are the main character trying to solve the biggest mystery of your life. Ricardo and Lisa are your friends, last of all Sergeant Morrison, the police officer, who helps you solve the mystery in parts.
What's the story line?
You get stuck in a mystery that the characters can't solve alone so it is up to you to find the end of this mysterious book, and you might get caught in a death trap or you could solve the mystery and get on with your life. You make different decisions, and go to different pages to see what happens next.
How's it written?
This book is written with an action-packed story line and has a lot of enthusiasm for an A+ story.
Other books by the same author that I know:
None yet.
The overall verdict is:
My overall result would be 4 1/2 out of 5, Great stuff.
Monday, 7 September 2009
Managing Self by Jordan
The reason why I did this Comic is because you should never put yourself down and say "I can't."(Click on the comic to enlarge it.)
Kiwa's Wordle About 'Me'
This story is about me
My name is Kiwa and I am 12 years old. I have black hair and brown eyes. I go to Wainoni Primary School and I am in the bilingual class.
My Iwi is Ngatiawa,
My Waka is Maatatua,
My Marae is Kokohinoe,
My Maunga is Pahipoto,
My Awa is Rangitaiki,
My Hapu is Pahipoto,
My birthday is on the 27 of August and I was born in 1997.
I enjoy sports, writing and maths.
Anne's Words on a T shirt
I chose these words because my family means the world to me. My family is always there for me and so I want them to know that they rock.
Anne's Google Map - Disneyland, California
I want to go to Disneyland because I'd imagine it would be fun and I have never been to an amusement park before.
I've never gone overseas and I can imagine how fun it would be just sitting here.
I could go there for more than one week and not get bored.
Krystal's Wordle
I like this poem because it shows what real friends do and don't do. Friends don't betray each other and I think this poem shows exactly that.
Taylor's Wordle About Sport
This wordle is about my favourite sports and my experiences with sport while my heart is pumping
Weekend Wordle
The Wainoni students who have been coming to Natcoll have had a busy weekend! Here is a Wordle of the things they did last weekend.
Krystal's Words on a T-shirt
Do better. Be better.
I think if you improve on something better than before, then you'll obviously feel better about yourself.
Kiwa's T Shirt
I think people should Reuse, Recycle and Reduce more to help save more trees.
Also to try to stop pollution.
Taylor's Google Map - Movie World, Australia
View Movie World, Austrailia in a larger map
I want to go to Movie World because my Aunty lives near there and I hear you'll scream your mouth out. I especially like the sound of the Super Escape Roller Coaster. My last reason is that Movie World Has some of everyone's favourite characters and rides.
Nature's Google Map - Auckland Harbour Bridge
The reason that I have chosen the Harbour Bridge as a place for me to visit is because when i was a child I always loved going over the bridge because of all the cars, water and the yellow lights at night.
Jordan's Google Map
I think people should go to Sea World because it sounds like a great place and looks amazing too. You get to swim with Dolphins and ride on them. There is also a resort there and from what I read about it, it sounds like the food is great too.
Taylor's Words on a T Shirt
Because a lot of people gamble with their lives, in movies and in real life, many people need to make better choices if they want to live longer.
Jordan's Words on a T Shirt
The reason why I wrote this is because when I was little I almost drowned. Luckily my friend saw me and dived down and picked me up.
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