Attitude Talks with Jannah

Today we had a visit by a  lady from Attitude her name is Jannah.Before we even started we got to talk with her as we were sitting down. The year 8's were catching up with her because sh came and talked to them last year. She seemed really positive and like her positivity would spread across the whole building.She told us a bit about herself we learnt that her name is Arabic and that it means "Gracious Gift".She shared a few funny stories that got my mouth and cheeks sore.She explained to us the different types of friendships there are like Girl girl friendships,Guy guy friendships and Girl guy friendships.We were told what not to do in friendships and that girls are such good friends because we talk alot like alot alot. We learnt 6 key tips in friendship they are to 1. Be Friendly 2.Be Positive 3.Be Yourself 4.Don't Be Shy 5.Don't show off 6. Remember the special events (Birthdays etc)

My Polyfest Experience

Walt:Explain about a fun event like Polyfest

About Margaret Mahy

WALT:Research and reading

Task Description:

In this task I had to reserach about Margaret Mahy her last name is the name of my reading group.I learned about where she was born and where she passed away.I also learned that she was a talented swimmer in high school.Her mum was a teacher and her dad was a bridge builder.

What We Would Do If We Were The Literacy Teacher For The Day

WALT:Brainstorming ideas creatively from a teachers point of view

Task Description:

In this slides me and Jahzara brainstormed on wht we might do if we were given the roll of the literacy teacher for the day.We came up with ideas like Break and Escape to build the kids teamwork skills and the Museum to learn about back in the olden days.

Making Predictions - Lighthouse Blues By Paul Jennings

WALT: We are learning to work collaboratively as we carry out various reading tasks

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Task Description:

Today Mrs Telea read to us a short story book from Paul Jennings Unreal!.The story is call Lighthouse Blues Mrs Telea read to us about two or three chapters and then we had to make a prediction of what would happen next.After that we were told to get with a buddy a review each others work.I was with Amelia,once we were done we put comments in each others presentations.Please Enjoy!!