2Z with Miss Zanatta
Semester 2
A message from Miss Zanatta
We have already reached the end of the year! It has been such a joy to watch 2Z learn and grow this year. Thank you 2Z for working so hard you, should feel very proud of your achievements this year. I wish you all, all the best for Year 3. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Take a look inside our wonderful classroom
Literacy
During literacy we learn about reading, writing, handwriting and phonics.
In Writing, 2Z have had a focus on learning about and responding to a variety of imaginative texts with an Aboriginal perspective. Students have learnt to identify the main features of imaginative texts and appreciate the cultural messages within. They have also learnt some of the symbols used in Aboriginal art and storytelling.
During literacy rotations students are able to improve what they have learnt through a variety of different, hands on activities.
Mathematics
During Mathematics, 2Z work on developing their number sense through a range of hands on activities. We have worked on whole number, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, data and measurement. 2Z love to play maths games that work on developing their mental strategies.
Meeting the Fairvale Chickens
2Z were very lucky to get to meet the Fairvale chickens this semester. We were even able to give them a pat. 2Z loved meeting them and had some great questions. We got to learn about their diet and when they lay their eggs.
Abby with a Fairvale chicken
Wardie with a Fairvale chicken
Khoshaba with a Fairvale chicken
Sports Fun Day
Although we didn't get to have FAIR day this year due to COVID-19, 2Z had such a fun day at Sports Fun Day. They got to play with a variety of fun sports activities that helped them develop their gross motor skills.
Who can build the tallest tower
Who can build the tallest tower
Who can build the tallest tower
Who can build the tallest tower
Bean bag throwing
Ring throwing
Science
This semester in science, we have been able to focus on stem activities that allow students to problem solve as well as learn about coding. We have been able to learn to code through Minecraft and Ozobots and problem solve to create different lego animals.
Problem solving using lego
Problem solving using lego
Learning to code
Art
During semester 2, our art activities have allowed us to be creative and connect to different subjects. We made magic potions that gave us superpowers, we then wrote about our superpowers in our writing lessons, we made reindeer biscuits to celebrate Christmas and we made a wreath decorated with the Aboriginal symbols that we learnt in Writing.
Making magic potions
Making magic potions
Making magic potions
PDHPE
For PDHPE this semester, 2Z worked with Miss Berry on different dance routines. They were able to use their creativity to help choreograph the dance and perform it in front of the class. They did such a great job dancing and performing.