Friday, September 23, 2016

Writing - Harakeke Explanation

This term we have been learning how to write explanations. We first learned about Harakeke and Kakahu, then we decided which one we should write about, I chose to do Harakeke. Down below is me explaining the useful plant parts, protocols for harvesting, and what can be woven. I hope you enjoy!

Thursday, September 8, 2016

Current Events!

      Current Events
THREE Headlines that took my interest:
1  KFC releases chicken scented sunscreen
2 Chinese students pay to flush toilet
3 Man rescued after falling down toilet


Chosen article - title and author:

Handless 7 year old girl wins handwriting contest

THINKING QUESTIONS
1  Who was the main person in this article?
A seven year old named Anaya Ellick student born without hands.
2  What was the key event in this news article?
Anaya Ellick won a handwriting contest without hands. She managed to beat 50 other competitors!
3  
In the US national spelling competition.
4 When did this event take place?
May 8th 2016