Cross Country

Today we had the school cross country!

We had to run around the field, through and around the school, and then around the field again.

The older learners had to even run around the wetlands! 

When we weren't running we got to watch and cheer for our friends, which was really exciting.

Once we finished the race we were given a hot chocolate to warm ourselves up.

Here are some photos from the day....

Bubble Painting!

Today we got to experience science and art at the same time...

We spent time learning all about bubbles, like how they are made, why they pop and what they look like in slow motion.

Here's a video of what we saw...

Then we learned how to use bubbles in art.  We added paint to the bubble mixture we had already made.  Next we used straws to blow bubbles so that we could put the paper onto the bubbles. When the bubbles popped they let prints on the paper!

Here are some photos of us in action...

Our First Week in the Pool!

Aquatic Safety

This week we were able to enjoy and explore the pool.  We also took some time to talk about pool rules to make sure we are all safe when we are in the water.

Next week we will begin learning about aquatic safety both on land and in the pool, such as what the differences are between floating with and without a life jacket, what a current feels like and what to do if we are caught in one to name a few.

Here is what some of the learners had to say about the pool:

"It was warmer than I thought it would be" - Euan

"I liked how there were things to help us float" - Flynn

"I liked the size because it wasn't to big" - Maddy

"I liked doing dolphin wiggles!" - George


Also special thanks to Liz (Maddy's mum) for her swimming cap expertise!

Stepping Out Today!

WALHT travel safely in a car.

Today we...

 Learnt how to put our seat belts on correctly. The seat belt needs to sit on our shoulders to keep us safe. 

Leant that it is safest to travel in a booster seat if we are not 148cm tall. 

Dressed up in police uniforms. 

Heard the police siren across the school.

Got a chance to ride in the police car! We also got to speak in to the speakers while we were in the car. 

Cyber Smart

Cyber Smart Quiz!

This afternoon for elearning we completed the Cyber Safety Quiz.  This was a great opportunity for us to discuss what we knew about being safe online with a buddy.

Then we came together to discuss and reflect on what we had learned and what we need to become more aware of when using the internet.  

Click the link below and see how cyber smart you are!

Cyber Smart with Sam

Painting with straws: Part 1

We have been having a go at creating abstract paintings by blowing through straws.

Here's the video on how you use this technique:





Here's a video of a straw blowing artist:




We watched these videos and had lots of time to think about and discuss this new technique. Then we had a go using water on the concrete outside:

Then we practiced this technique using paint on paper. It was more tricky than we thought!

What are we cooking today?

It certainly smells pretty yummy in the kitchens at Stonefields this morning! We have two break through groups cooking today. We have build our knowledge about the recipes and the ingredients we need. Today we are applying our understanding by cooking macaroni cheese and chocolate chip cookies. Yum! Yum!

Macaroni Cheese 

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Our Recipes for Good Friends

Last week, Hub 2 talked about what makes a good friend. We collaborated to make recipes to show what qualities we thought a good friend should have. 

Clown Day

Yesterday, Miss Campbell's literacy groups found out what it was like to be a clown. Today we have been writing about our day as a clown.