Hip Hop

For Kiwisport, we were learning about Hip Hop.

Hip Hop has 4 elements:  DJ, Breaking, Poetry and Graffiti.
It started in 1973, in New York, USA.
It started as a response to the feeling of repression of expression experienced by the African-American and Latino communities at the time.

Cook Island Language Week

This week is Cook Island week and what are you doing to celebrate it? Although, today my class and I have been learning about its culture and the similarities between your culture and Cook Island culture. In Cook Island, there are over 10,000 people living in Rarotonga and under 15,000 people throughout the whole of the Cook Islands.

If you would like to read more about the Cook Islands! Take a look through my presentation:

How hobbies support your Whare Tapa Wha

What is a hobby? A hobby is an activity done regularly in your leisure time for enjoyment. 

Hobbies, as expressions of one's passion and creativity, hold a very important place in a person's life. They are beneficial to the hobbyist in more ways than one. For one, hobbies are those activities which people choose to do, and not which they have to do. There is a lot of difference between wanting to do something and having to do it. We want to do only those things that we like to do, things that give us pleasure and peace of mind. Hobbies have an inherent quality of keeping us entertained for long hours. They elevate our spirits, and keep us happy. And obviously, when we are happy, we tend to spread the same feeling all around us. This is the magic of hobbies. Here's why hobbies hold an important place in our lives.

Here is a presentation to show my knowledge through on how hobbies can support your whare tapa wha:

Dawn Service: Ashleigh Young

Dawn Service:

1. What was the title of your text?  Who was the author?
   Dawn Service_  Ashleigh Young
   
2. What do you think this poem was about?
   The effects on this book is about a young tama/kotiro, who were told the great stories of his/her hira-Koro(Great- Grandfather). However, mother did talk in depth about grandfather.. Meaning:
   * Whether he was scared the first time he flew himself
   * How securely he crouched on the control.
   * How long the moon slept.
   * Whether he had dreadful dreams
   * How took the attention of reverse thinking when he couldn’t sleep.
   *Etc…
   
3. What level journal was this text from?
   The new zealand curriculum of this book is level: (4)
   
4. Did the author use any language features?  If so, what were they?  (Simile, Metaphor, Alliteration, Personification)
   _______
   The author of this book, did not use any language features!
   
   
5. What did you visualise in your mind as you read this poem?
   - I was gazing at grandfather, as he flew in the sky like a bird.
   - I heard the biplane whistling as birds flew by.
   - I could see birds gliding like
   - Grandfather was taking my attention as he was bringing in daylight.
   - I heard grandad crying loud,  as a awful dream drove by.
   - I saw the face of a handsome man smiling at me, to bait the bad memories I had.
   - Now on, I see this man bringing the daytime of light, into my life.
   
6. How many stanzas (paragraphs) did this poem have?
   In this poetry, the author has put 4 paragraphs.
   
   
7. Were there any rhyming words?  If so, what were they?
   Unfortunately, there were not any rhyming words. Although, it did has expressions and ideas throughout the book.
   
   
8. Write your own poem about the same topic.

The call for the heroes was sent around,

Australian, New Zealand boys and men were adventure bound,

They never gave up, they fought for us all,

Speaking we “LOVE YOU” and many more.

The trenches were cold and soldiers were worn,

The gunfire was held down from dusk to dawn,

From the moment they landed in ANZAC cove,

For peace and happiness, they all strove.

Kupu Tari O Te Wiki

Kia Ora Koutou! Today, I will be sharing with you, my: "Kupu Tari KO Te Wiki". 

Which means: "Word study of the week"...

I will be speaking maori throughout the year, because I am in a bilingual Te Reo akomanaga(Class).

Although, today/tonight, I have been studying on a word study of the week. 

Nga Kupu Tari O Te Wiki koia nei:

Raua(Personification).. 

What is personification?

*Giving human qualities to nonhuman things

*Making nonhuman things turn alive or into everyday human doings

*It is a rhetorical move,a type of persuasive strategy, that has to do with giving human things.   

E.G:

1. The wind whispered through the trees

2. Time creeps up on you.

Take a look at my google drawing and it may give you a clue on what PERSONIFICATION means;

Ko te whakatauki O tenei wiki

Kia ora Koutou! 

Today, room 10 has been given 2 whakatauki. They are both similar, but is worded within gender. 

Here are our whakatauki: 

Moea he tangata ringa raupa! Marry a person who has calloused hands...

Meaning:

Marry a hardworking person!

Aitia te wahine i roto i te pa harakeke! Marry a women of the flax bush...

* Hardworker

Here is the presentation to my Whakatauki O te wiki:

XtraMath

Kia Ora Koutou! Welcome back to my blog! For the morning block, room 10 have been practicing their algebraic/algebra and have also been doing a quiz up on a web called "Xtramath".. This Math can help you learn Mathematics quick and easy!

Although, here a photo of my score through race the teacher!!

You should take a try!

XtraMath

Do you know what XtraMath is? Well, XtraMath is a free website program that teaches addition, subtraction, multiplication and division facts...

Although, I am asking if you know what Xtramath is, because I have been learning my additions, subtractions, multiplications and division facts which is critical to success in mathematics. This web will really help you, and can be also played by teachers and students. Or even for parents at home.

As playing on Xtramath, a man gives you some instructions to guide you through this mathematics web. Listen carefully and follow the steps..

Speed and Accuracy are both important to fluency and XTRAMATH will help kids build up both. The equations will go harder and harder, every time you clock the levels, which is; 4 stages and 100 sum's.


So, if you would like to build your strength in Mathematics, join now! And make sure you get some adult permission to lead you on..

Have Fun!

This photo shows how well, I have achieved my addition facts! I have just started today and I am excited to carry on and succeed more!

Take a try and comment how well you've done! 

First Day_ Back at school

Kia Ora Koutou and Welcome back to my blog! It has been a very long break away from school, and obviously I have been missing it so much! This is because; School turns down my boredom and mainly because I wanted to learn more and more during the holidays... School was made for kids to educate and train to build life-long dreams... Meaning; Succeeding to achieve your goals.

Although, this terms topic is "Working towards hobbies" !

What are Hobbies? A HOBBY is an activity done regularly in your leisure time, for enjoyment!

Regularly: Often, Usually, Most of the time, Commonly, Recurrently/Currently, Frequently, Ordinarily, In most cases .

Leisure: Extra, Spare Time, Spare Moment, Time off, Recess Time

In class today, we were learning about hobbies and what kind we love! E.g: My hobby in life is; Sports, Cultural performances, Fashion designing, Makeup artist/Hair stylist, Engineer, Doctor, Dentist nurse..

As if, these are some hobbies I like doing and what I want to do/be when I grow older!

This is what I have been doing today at school and I hope you have enjoyed! ...

What are some of your favourite hobbies to do!

Life-long
Short-term
Indoor
Outdoor
Solitary

Massive Volcano erupts in Mexico - WLJ

The popocatepetl Volcano in Mexico has been erupted, throwing smoke, water vapour and gas into the air. The eruption has made an ash cloud that reaches to about 2,000 meters high, above the volcano's crater.

That is more than five times the height of the Empire State building in New York.

A huge crater is created on top of the volcano after the first eruption blew the top off. People neighboring had been given advice about how to protect themselves from the ash.

Did you know?
Did you know that there are more than 3,000 volcano's in Mexico, but only 14 are considered to be active.

Why do Volcano's erupt?
Volcano' erupt because of the density and pressure. The lower density of the magma relative to the surrounding rocks, causes it to rise(Like bubbles in syrup). It will rise to the surface or depth that is determined by the density of magma and the weight of the rocks. - Description from: Google. #Whydovolcano'serupt.

#Kiwikidsnews

To find news, I go onto a site called:
Kiwikidsnews. It helps students to getting ready if an Earthquake etc happens.

Take a look through this learning site!

Quality Blog Comments

What is a quality blog comment?

To post a high quality blog comment, you can follow, six simple steps:

#1. Greet the person
#2. Say something you liked about their Mahi_(Work) - (Feedforward)
#3. Suggest an improvement(Feedback)
#4. Try make a connection
#5. Ask some questions
#6. Farewell the person.

This is all I have to say, for you to make a high quality blog comment:

Finally, here is a template that you can use to help you make a high quality blog comment. It is a great way to make sure you are writing an Positive, thoughtful, detailed comment.

E.g:

Hi There, my name is _________and I am a student from ___________ school. I really like _______ ____________________. It made me think of _________________________. Have you thought about ___________________________. If you would like to visit my learning blog: Copy and post or click here.... ________________.blogspot.co.nz

Have a ____________ day!

Comment from: ___________________

Wild eyes....

Today, I have chosen a Tui!

Do you know what a Tui is?

Well, first of all, a Tui is a native bird of New Zealand. It is one of the largest members of the variety  honeyeater family. The name Tui comes from the formal culture Maori and is a very common name. You may see or even hear the Tui's chriping every day at the Auckland Museum. 

Latin Name: Prosthemadera Novaeseelandiae 

Maori Name: Tui

The Habitat of a Tui is widespread in forest, open country and a relating/characteristic area throughout New Zealand. 

Tui appear black at a dark distance, but are mainly iridescent green with dark bluish/purple relfections. The back and side of the neck is are ornamented with white shafted feathers, which curl forwards on the side of the neck. The iris is dark brown , the bill and legs are black .

This is the animal I have chosen for the day and I hope you enjoy. 

New Zealand by Land and Sea

After a short ride through Auckland it is time to start exploring the rest of the country. Today you are going to venture around the north island of New Zealand to look at active volcanoes, gorgeous beaches, windswept coastline and lush, green bush. As a group, you will start at Rangitoto, the largest volcano in New Zealand before driving west to Karekare, a stunning beach on the outskirts of Auckland. You will finish the day by driving north to visit Tane Mahuta, the oldest living kauri tree in New Zealand. After exploring through Tane Mahuta, you are going to arrive at a Dargaville Hotel.

- #DesciptionfromWinterLearningJourney

Please read through the following articles and choose your 3 favourite... Make sure to put them in order.

Rangitoto:

I have chosen Rangitoto as my first favourite because it is an Island I see every present day. Today, I am watching it right now. I have also chose this active volcano because, it would be a great journey to explore around it. Sightseeing the different kinds of trees and pest-free animals.

What is Pest-free?

Pest-free is effective against Mice, Rats and aids in the control of cockroaches. As you take a travel around Rangitoto, you may see some mice traps. This is so, human beings don't get hurt while having a little walk around. Mice and Rats are actually strong and smart did you know.

Karekare Beach:

I have chosen Karekare beach as my second favourite because it has a gorgeous look to it and also has a great make up art set. I also love Karekare beach because it has an amazing view and also has different types of fallen cliffs. But, the only specific name I am concerned about is that, Karekare beach is close to Peha Beach. I have seen a lot of people getting injured at Peha beach. This is because the currents and flows are too strong. It is like a Rocket flying a 2,000 weighted pull up in the air. How can this be?

Tanemahuta:

Next, I have chosen Tanemahuta. Tanemahuta was the first ever tree to be planted in Papatu-a-nuku(Mother Earth), this is his mother. He was also the son that had the strength to seperate his close loving parents. This is why we get rain sometimes. During one year, a mature tree will physically grow more than 48pounds of carbon dioxides.

5 Key questions: (Interview with Laura).

What is you favourite outdoor activity?

What beach do you like best?

How many active volcano's are in NZ?

How do you feel about the future outdoor adventures?

What kind of equipment would I need, to go on outdoor adventures?

#Winterlearningjourney

Thankyou!

Flag Designer

Kia Ora, Malo, Talofa and many more greetings to you! Tonight, right at this moment, I have been designing a NZ flag.. I will be giving myself 4 key questions and to answer them !

Get Ready: 3, 2 , 1 ...

1. What is the purpose of this Flag?

2. What is on the flag?
3. What does it represents? 

4. What inspired your design?

5. How can this effect the future? 

1. Purpose:

Maori culture forms characteristic part of New Zealand. The word Maori is mentioned to a member of a regional person that has been planted to the roots of New Zealand.  The main colours that represent Maori culture is; Black, White, Red in order.

 2. What is on the flag?
- Matariki
- Black, White, Red stripes. (Main Maori colours) . 

3. What is represents: 

Black: Spiritual Focus, Mystery and Deep thinking
White: Love, Intuition, Faith, Freedom, Peace
Red: Strength, High Energy, Passion, Creativity
Box- Star: Physical Healing, Physic ability, Love of Nature and Caring

4. What Inspired your design:
Maori Culture is my tangata whenua of New Zealand. Maori culture strives my soul to thrive on and above this world. I get confident when speaking my culture because, I am keeping my language alive. I don't want my language getting fainter and fainter every step forward. Present days, Maori Culture make up 14% of our population history. I designed this flag to keep Maori Culture alive.

5. How can this effect the future?
In the future, I hope for this flag to be around the world. This is because I would like to share the message to everyone on keeping Maori Culture alive. Not letting it go and get fainter every step we try to learn its language.
Believe in yourself.!

Sorry) I could not get the photo to come out.

New Zealand People

Kia Ora, Malo, Talofa and many more greetings! I have registered for a learning site called The Winter learning journey and travels from North to South... This site will be good for you.!

#1 .  Go to the Tourism New Zealand website and click on the ‘Facts - New Zealand People’ tab. Read about the people of New Zealand and then choose three interesting facts to post on your blog. The facts must be written in your own words. Do not simply copy and paste the facts from the website☺. (This is the first step before starting)

Although, my three main topics are : - Early Voyages
- Backyard Genius
- Mateship on the sport field.

I think these topics are inspirational because it shows us humans the history of Maori people. Not all New Zealanders need to be Maori, this is a free country and we welcome anyone! ve

Early Voyages:
From what i've learned, Maori people have voyaged 1,000 miles across the horizon - A.K.A : Pacific Ocean. For Maori people to travel past and around the ocean, they would use a carved WAKA. Waka is the Maori word for Small-Canoe. Maori humans have been traveling miles across the sea and skies everynight, until they found their home... New Zealand. Now, to this day, Maori culture is a central part of New Zealands found identity.

Backyard Genius:
Kiwi people have been discovering and creating many things around the world. This is why we humans now have shelter, food etc. Many years back, men would sacrifice life, no matter what got in their way, just to find shelter, food, clothings etc., for families to survive. How do you think we got what we have now?? Many inventions have been designed in the backyard.
Did you know that New Zealanders are responsible for the tranquilizer gun, electric fences etc.


Mateship on the sport field.
What year do you think the two world wars started?  Well, as then, both wars were too heavy and neither were balanced on a right type of level. They would both fall on one angle and then another angle. This saw a great weight accident and threw out some of New Zealands male population. Many families lost their husbands,father,uncle,grandpa etc. Now days, it is a loyalty to become friends and mateship. This quality is still in everyone and we also need to remember that we are all special no matter what religon etc.


#2. Your tour of New Zealand is going to start right here in Auckland. Watch the Tourist video for Auckland to learn about the awesome things that you can see and do in the city. Once you’ve finished, choose your favourite five activities from the video and list them on your blog.  

- Culture Display

Shows a big part of my culture. Has a display of Maori cultures history.

- Rainbows End

Fun Adventure Park. Lots of fun.

- Bungy Jump (Sky tower)

Exploring what Auckland looks like from the top. Breathe taking activity.

- Outland Park

Viewing the different kinds of natives in the outside land. Native animals.

- Waitakere Ranges.

I have chosen Waitakere Ranges because the trees that lay here are what helps humans survive from stalvation,shelter etc. It also has a history behind it and how it comes every year.

Some times, I believe that, when Matariki comes every year, they have a gift for each of the 6 sons born from Papatu-a-nuku(Mother Earth) and Ranginui(Sky Father). One of the Matariki sisters would always send a gift as children to Tanemahuta, to the sharing of humans.

Thankyou for listening to my text:

#Learning Journey #NZ

Whakatauki O tenei wiki

Kia ora, Malo, Talofa and many more greetings! Today, I will be writing about my Whakatauki o tenei wiki:

"Kia rere au ki te rangi, tuhaha. Kia tau atu au ki taku taumata" _ "Let me soar to the heavens, so that I may reach my potential"

Key message:
To me, the key message in this whakatauki is:
Leaving Earth to the heavens so that you can reach the standard level of your skills. Developing plans to achieve your goals; Going to the next level in life as you have the faith to go high and far to succeeding your achievements.

A time in my life this whakatauki relates to me is when:
I create myself goals as I fly high, setting over standards and reaching stars that make people recognise the spirit and faith I have in me. This is to show them that I can/will achieve my goals, no matter if others want to hold me back. Because I will still believe in myself and you should to.

In the future:
In the future, I could use this whakatauki when;
Seeing others who feel left out because they don't have any support in them achieving their goals,(Like if your parents don't show up at your tournament: Because you want to show them what skills you have). Even if they do not have any goals, you can still encourage them to do the right thing. If you do, you may recieve kindness in a return. We learn the importance of sharing, appreciating those shared with us, and remembering that we are all special.

My Own Version:

"Everybody is a gift from above, as though that we are reminded to work together and support eachother"

"We all know the importance of sharing and support"

"Reach your mind out to the stars, to make people recognise you have a strong spirit in achieving goals"

"Reach for the sky" A.K.A : Buzz (From Toy story. If you've seen it)

What whakatauki do you like best: Comment below/
If any feedforward or feedback, please leave a nice comment..

Thankyou! Have a great day!