Making a UV Sensor

This is a presentation Mrs Lagitupu of the things you need to do to make a UV sensor. It has the instructions that Dr Shah gave us as we were making the sensor. Enjoy

UV LIGHT SENSOR

This term in extension we have been learning about UV light. We got into groups of three and made UV sensors, we then had to track how much UV is being let in by the sun each day. This is our research, Mrs Lagitupu put a few questions in this for us to answer. Enjoy

Fair Trade!

WALT: Analyse and interpret statistical data
Task Description:
This week we're learning about trade. We played a trade game and got into groups that were going to be played as countries. We were given different items in different amounts. Our group (Me,Pisi,Zaeeda and Marika) was called Babushka. We had a lot of gold which made us rich from the start because gold was worth the most points. As prices changed and oil became more popular no one wanted to trade with us. We started off with 82 points and ended with 84.

Whakatauki

In rotations we are learning about whakatauki's. Whakatauki's are maori proverbs. We had to choose a whakatauki and choose a word that resembles you and the maori proverb. We then have to write the word onto a paper and make it look pretty. My word is Teamwork which in maori is mahi tahi. 

What is DNA?

Task Description:
This presentation is about my understanding of DNA. I know that DNA is short for Deoxyribonucleic Acid. This is the second stage of our genomics topic. Enjoy!

German Folk Dance

Task Description:
Due to our topic Life's a stage team 5 is doing rotation learning different dances. This week is our 3rd rotation and we have been moved to room 1 with Mrs Moala. We learnt about german dancing. Our dance was called "D'hammerschmiedsgselln". It is a dance where you have to been in pairs then a group of 4. Mrs Moala would describe it is the german style siva samoa, because there's a samoan dance that requires you slapping your body. My pair was with Jahzara then our group of four was: Me, Jahzara, Devontae and Freedom. In the beginning we had some trouble then we got we just kept on stopping because we started laughing, but in the end I think we did the best. The next day I was paired Leilani and was in a group with: Me,Leilani,Pisi and Delijah. Here's a video.

DNA - What is it? How does it work?

Task Description:

This is a google drawing about what I know about DNA. Today we move to next of our genomics and are onto stage 2. In stage 2 we learnt about DNA and how it works this is what I know about it. DNA tells the amino acids to form a certain shape and then those amino acids turn into proteins then the proteins turn to living cells and so on. DNA is a double helix structure in the nucleus of a cell. The DNA is so long it looks like tangled string.

Museum Trip

KPMG:

Team 5 is so lucky to go on a trip to the museum. Thanks to our main sponsor KPMG they paid for the trip, bus and even got us some morning tea. The extension group is familiar with KPMG because we get to go there once a term. We even didn't need any parent helpers to supervise us while we were on the trip. They sent 36 employees to look after a few kids during the trip. Our adult was Yuna she is from China and she was really nice.

Exhibitions:
There were some really amazing exhibitions but my favorites were: The volcano room and the Voyage to Aotearoa : Tupaia and the endeavour room. The volcano room was really fun because you go into this area with heaps of facts about volcanoes. Then there is a room where you go inside and it looks like a regular living room but then on the news it shows actual news reporters saying there will be a earthquake. It felt so real because the floor began to shake the sound made things seem even more real and the lights would flicker. The Voyage to Aotearoa : Tupaia and the endeavour room was really cool because it had so many screens and things to look at. It had a game where you had to navigate your way to collect 3 items: A fish,banana and melon. Then you would have to make your way to a flag to win. There were even props to wear and lie in a hammock to experience what a sailor's life was like.

Maths Test - Term 4

This week was a week filled with tests, we had tests from Tuesday through to Thursday. On Wednesday we had a maths test. Its results showed that my strengths are in statistics and number knowledge. It shows that I have great test results. In the test my favourite types of questions were the graphed ones. I really liked the test because we had 40 minutes and that was just enough time for me to revise the test and do it to the best of my ability.

What makes a good leader?

What makes a good leader?

Are you a good leader? Some people are born leaders, others are made leaders but what makes a good leader. Cooperation, understanding and finally objectivity are all the things you need to be a good, strong leader.

First of all, cooperation is a good skill to be a leader. For example in an orchestra each instrument plays a role to make the music better that’s why in a team everyone has an important role to play. Well of course teamwork is essential in a team

Secondly, understanding is an important characteristic to have. Understanding that everyone isn’t perfect, and that everyone’s strength can contribute to the team. Understanding if a situation or problem is hard for someone in your team that they are struggling and you should help them out.

Last of all objectivity, this means thinking at a situation from many different perspectives before jumping to conclusions. For example if you were in a escape room you would need everyone's perspectives to find clues and find your way out. Objectivity can be really useful in many ways because your thinking from different angles of a problem which makes things easier.

Overall, I think that these three things are the best way you can improve your leadership skills. Are you a good leader?

Bus Stop - Hustle

This term we are learning about dance and drama we have rotations to go around the team and learn different dances from the globe. In room 3 we are learning about the Bus Stop which is one of the earliest line dances.

Immersion Assembly

Drama, Dancing and singing all term long. This term our topic is “Life’s a stage” it is all about what magic can happen on stage. Each of the team teachers present an act to show their students what they will be getting up to this term. Read more to find out what the team 5 teachers did.

Team 5 presented to us a dance to show we will be learning about different dances. Whaea Kelly, Mrs Stone, Ms Tapuke, Mrs Moala and Mrs Ilaoa all showed off their moves on the stage. Beginning with Lilo and Stitch songs and ended off with the Git Up challenge. It was truly entertaining to see our teachers step out of their comfort zone and see them bust a move.

What makes a good sibling?

What makes a good sibling?

Siblings, do you have good siblings? Well a good sibling is patient, caring and last but not least supportive. All our siblings are not perfect but these things are the last they could be to make life easier. To make sure you are a good sibling read on for examples to be a good brother/sister.

Patience, is key in a family. Why? Because some of us have a young brother/sister who may need some patience to get along with. For example, teaching a younger sibling to ride a bike or read may be challenging because you've seen these 26 letters millions of times or cause you ride your bike everyday. But think from their perspective, these are their first times so they require some patience in these type of things.

Older siblings should be there for us when accidents happen, because kids can have a tough time dealing with difficult situations. For example if your brother/sister is getting bullied at school you can step in and ask the bully to back off your little sibling. Older siblings help a lot if there caring and not mean because that attitude can reflect on the younger ones in school.

Cheering on the sidelines or clapping once you’ve performed on stage are some ways you can be supportive towards your fellow siblings. Mocking and put-downs can hurt little/older siblings cause it hurts their self esteem. Thinking from there point of view, seeing family cheer you on gives you a warm feeling that you did your best and that they are proud. So if your sibling is doing something, especially something that makes them nervous be a good sibling and support them.

Overall these three things are what I think is the formula to being the best sibling you can be. What do you think? Are you a good sibling?

Should Zoos Be Banned?

Should Zoos Be Banned?
Imagine a world without being able to see any animals? Well, that would be a world without any zoos. People have brought up that zoos should be banned and I agree for these reasons: Serious Health Problems, The animals and human lives aren't equal and finally Captivity. Read more to find out more about my 3 reasons we should ban zoos.

Health Problems:

Because of bad weather, a zoo in Alaska struggled to look after an elephant named Maggie. Usually, on a rainy day, you will have to stay inside and play games but for Maggie, she stayed inside a small space. She was provided with a treadmill to do at least some exercise but she then developed difficulties to walk.

Unequal Lives:

Poor Harambe the gorilla died because an unsupervised 3-year-old boy went into a Harambes' habitat. Human and animals lives aren't equal and humans don't understand that animals need their space. If humans invade animal habitats then the animal is most at risk.

Captivity:

Animals like a cat will do well in a small atmosphere unlike larger animals like the orca or whales. In the wild, an orca can live up to 100 years old but in the zoo 30 -17 years is as long as they will live. So they do better in the wild.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, animals should be left alone because of the reasons stated above. They thrive when in the wild and if we want to preserve these animals then we should treat them well. So what do you think, should zoos be banned?