Augmented Reality

We looked at a simple picture on the iPad, when suddenly it came alive.  We don't really know how it happened but we know it is called Augmented Reality.  

Check out what Isabella K thought of the dragon we met.  Think about the language she has used and how she has painted a picture in your mind.

Learn your 2x table

Jess has been working on learning her 2x table.  You could try learning it too.  Write them on a whiteboard then practice saying them out loud.  Get a buddy to test you or even make a photo-babble like this!

Endangered....what do you mean?

Jeremy has thought carefully about what the word endangered really means.  He has also done a fast forward to see what might happen if bees became extinct.  This was some of the great learning Jeremy had been doing at home!

Brookburn Quadblogging School

After some great comments for our focus week from Wix Primary, it is now time to start laying those comments on the Brookburn Blog. 

So get your commenting skills out and get over to Brookburn School.

Don't forget our success criteria for an effective comment. 

1. Are they positive and encouraging comments?

2. Are they questioning comments?
3. Are they constructive comments? (what they could improve)
4. Do they make sense and have correct spelling / punctuation?
5. Would you feel good to get this comment on your post?

Camera Spot 2

Taking Macro Shots:

When taking a macro shot, walk closer to the subject rather than use the zoom.  There is no macro on the iPad so only walk close if it is still in focus.  This shot is good for things like fossils, flowers and insects.

Using different Angles:
The subject stays the same but your camera angle changes how it looks.  Remember that the GIANT angle makes things look small, the eye-level angle makes things look normal and the snail angle makes things look huge - just like they would to a snail.  The possum view is pretty cool - it is snuggled up very close as if you are hanging onto the subject. 

Camera Shot Challenge:
This week you need to take three photos.
1. A macro shot (try the fossils or flowers)
2. A portrait from an unusual angle (giant view, snail view...)
3. A photo with guiding lines (guide you to the subject)

Taking great photos

How Kids Can Take Great Photos
With thanks to Jacqui Sharp.

A cool conservation site to visit

Check out this great website to visit.  
See if it can help in your inquiry.  


Kiwi Conservation Club

Rugby Awards

Isaac from the Cahill Family are going to explain to you what these awards are for.....

We all got rugby awards. I got tackler of the day. My big sister got player of the day and my little sister got most improved player.  We play for the Springston Club.

Homemade Scooter

Josh has been completing lots of amazing projects in his learning at home.  This week he made a scooter with his dad and brother.  We were amazed when he brought it to school.

Home Learning Model

Captain S Version 2

Jeremy thought he would try his story as a movie.  

Home Learning

Here are two ducks that Chloe and her brother shot on Sunday night.  

I think some people would agree that this is a great thing to do and some people would find this an unkind thing to do.  What do you believe?  Give your opinion in a comment but you must give the reasons to back your opinion.