Volcanoes

Volcanoes

Today we made volcanoes in Science. We made these by mixing bicarb soda and vinegar. We also used dye and washing up detergent for further effect.

It was great fun!

Sydney or the Bush- Centenary of ANZAC

Sydney or the Bush- Centenary of ANZAC

Today we were lucky enough to be visited by Sydney or the Bush.

This show is dedicated to mateship, multiculturalism, history and many Aussie traditions and icons born on the battlefields such as Waltzing Matilda, The ‘Coo-ee’, Billy tea, the emu plumes, our Waler horses and Anzac biscuits.

It was great to meet Syd, Kim, Henry, Vegemite and Oakey.

As well as learning about the history of our ANZACs, we were lucky enough to see many tricks performed by the crew. April and Jess even had the chance to help out with the shearing.

Please feel free to leave a comment below. Click on photos to enlarge them, but please only comment at the bottom of the post, not individual photos.

Geography Report Research

Geography Report Research

Asia

This term we are writing reports in class. Our next report will be on a country in Asia, our nearest neighbours. In order to complete this, you will be required to do some research at home (in your history book). The more information you collect, the more detailed your report will be.

Please remember that you are only to take notes, NOT copy large sections of information.

Below is the information that should be collected. You are also able to collect extra information if required (extension). You should already know your country.

Overall Learning Intention: You will be required to research and plan a report on a given Asian country (homework) and complete a draft and good copy of the report in class.

Homework Learning Intention: You will be required to collect information regarding your Country, and bring these notes to class by Monday, March 23.

Success Criteria: See below. You should have notes on each of the areas below. You have the choice whether do complete the extension or not.

Introduction

World region (Asia)
Nationality of people
Independence Date
Capital City

People

Population
Major religions
Languages
National Anthem

Geography

Land size
Terrain
Bordering countries
Climate
Major landforms
Largest city / cities

Economy

Currency
Industries
Imports / Exports

Government

Type of Government
Leaders (including Kings or Queens

Extension

History
Famous events
National sports
Famous landmarks
Links to Australia

Click on the following websites for some help getting started…

http://www.ducksters.com/geography/asia.php
http://www.factmonster.com/countries.html

Please comment below if your find some more sites that may be helpful!

This information will be due on MONDAY, March 23rd.

Please do not leave it until the last minute to complete it.

Asian Countries

Asian Countries

This term, we will be writing reports on different countries in Asia. Asia is a very important region of the world for Australia, as we do a lot of our trading and holidaying in these countries.

Today we watched a YouTube clip which listed all the countries in Asia.

See if you can record all the countries (or at least some) as a comment below.

You were also given the name of a country today. You are required to find one interesting fact about the country and post it as a comment by MONDAY.

 

Purple Haze Day is coming…

Purple Haze Day is coming…

starlight foundation

Please remember that Purple Haze Day is on FRIDAY, March 20. Dress in purple to support the Starlight Foundation, to raise money to help sick children. You do not have to support the Fremantle Dockers to do this! It is a charity event to help others. Please bring a gold coin donation.

Pop Up Ads

Pop Up Ads

If you are getting lots of pop up ads on your MacBook, Apple recommend that you install and run a program named Adwear Medic.

You can also call Applecare on 133622 and they can talk you through your other settings on your Mac.

Please ask a parent’s permission before doing either of these!