Folk Dancing

Below is a video show casing our Year 2 Folk Dancing.

Scootering today

 Room 24 went up first today Sootering with Andy. The children were put into four teams and assisted by the Travel Wise Leaders. Each team had a relay type activity with different challenges.
Children had to zig zag, stop at a pedestrian crossing, make an emergency stop and try and glide as far as they could. It was so much fun!!

Science Experiment with Mentos and Coke

As a follow-up to Science in a Van we tried one experiment. Mrs Michael's and Mrs Zhu assisted whilst Mrs Dijkstra took photos. It was a bit windy and in our second attempt it blew in the direction of Mrs Michael's. Mrs Dijkstra had a gadget called a geyser tube which helped funnel the force.
The reaction happened very quickly and was very exciting. We watched an explanation on YouTube to help us understand how and why the reaction happened.

Science In a Van

Last Monday we went to the hall to see Science in a Van. It was all about forces like push, pull, friction and gravity. It began with an optical illusion, followed by Miss Fullard seating on a bed of nails and ended with their version of The Three Billy Goats Gruff. They were very funny and made science every day.

Koru Cross Country

Last Friday the Koru Whanau held their first Cross Country. The Year 2's had to be very patient as we were last to run. Everyone had a go and JayRett and Amelia  were placed and received ribbons. Well done Room 24!

ARTS WEEK

As part of ARTS week the Year 2's rotated classrooms. Miss Fullard took Dance and Mrs Smaill's took drama.  Mrs Dijkstra took us for ukulele. Mrs Kirke, Mrs Jing and Mrs Zhu helped out.

It was fun being part of a band!

Walking School Bus

This week has seen a special focus on walking to school. A number of our class are part of the Walking School Bus and regularly walk to school. Mrs Dijkstra remembered to take some photos of some of the events. Here we are with our Funky Feet and Super Heroes outfits.
Thanks to all the children who were able to participate and for the Mum's and Dad's who helped organise the various costumes. Well done! It was a fun thing to do and so good for the Environment!

Crossing the Road Safely

Yesterday Constable Hotter taught Room 24 how to cross the road safely. He talked about "Stop, Look and Listen" He reminded us to look both ways and to look for cars as well as bikes, motorbikes, trucks and buses. He reminded us to listen carefully and to walk smartly across the crossing whilst still looking both ways. Room 24 did this so sensibly and safely!
Lastly, he talked about his uniform and the different things attached to his belt and what they are used for. Everyone found it so interesting. Police help look after us!!