Author Archives: gsleeanne
Polypad Math
Today we explored using Polypad for Math. It has so many cool features that we can use to consolidate our learning and share our thinking.
Today our task was to create an equation using a word problem, write that using numbers and then materials. We also used the voice recording tool. We then learned how we can share this mahi to our blogs.
Exploring Math Through Polypad
Today we explored using Polypad for Math. It has so many cool features that we can use to consolidate our learning and share our thinking.
Today our task was to create an equation using a word problem, write that using numbers and then materials. We then learned how we can share this mahi to our blogs.
Basic Facts Check – May
Today I did a check-in of basic facts. It took me____ minutes to complete. I got ____ out of ____. This tells me, It’s too easy and I need to go up a level.

Values Focus
Challenge Ourselves and Give Things a Go
For this fortnight, our values focus has been to challenge ourselves. This Google Drawing shows the different ways I will give things a go:
Canva Name
Using Canva Tools
Today we had Carter teach us a new tool for text using Canva. We learned how to manipulate text by using effects and animate. We then had time to create a presentation with our names. When we have finished, we will share our work on our blogs.
This is an example of one that Carter created:
Miss Waho by Lee-Anne Waho
Our Names
We are learning the names and meanings of the spaces in our kura. Here is my assessment task:
My Favourite Animal
My favourite animal is a gorilla. I love their serious eyes.

Ngā Tae – Colours
We are checking to see what colours in Te Reo Māori we know. We had to move the English colour to the correct kupu Māori.
This is my mahi: