Flax Fish

This Thursday we plan to make fish by weaving flax.  We will need a lot of parents to help us, so do come in if you can spare an hour from 1.30pm.  Here is an image of what we plan to do so you could have a little think about it  - or even try it at home before coming into the class to help!

Weaving with Flax

We are learning about Maori Art this term.  Last week we worked with a buddy to weave flax into a small simple mat.  It was a lot harder than we expected and really did need two people to work together!  Come in and see our work in the classroom.

Certificates

Congratulations to Rory, Lily and Lucy who were awarded certificates at the year 3 assembly.

Special Treasures

Each week three children from Room 16 get the chance to share a special family treasure.

 Jackson shared his Hinaku Paepae, which was made out of Harakeke by his Great Grandfather. It would have been used to catch eels. Some of his weaving is exhibited at Te Papa.

Charlotte shared her baby cardigan and dress that has been passed down through her family. Her mum keeps it in a special chest at home.

Tim shared a christening gown that was made in Ireland in 1885 by Annie Crimins. This makes it 130 years old. It has been used as a christening gown for 5 generations of Tim's family, including Tim when he was christened in 2008.

David Walliams

Five children from Room 16 went to see the author David Walliams. He spoke about his books and that he has written both chapter books, as well as picture books. He also talked about where he gets his ideas from and that some of his characters are based on real people that he has met. The children all thought he was pretty funny!

Charlotte's Great Grandfather

Charlotte shared some medals and photos of her Great Grandfather, who served in the Second World War.

ANZAC Posters

The children have been researching an area to do with either World War 1 or Anzac Day. They presented their findings in a poster and shared their learning with the class.