MRS GREN video

WALT find the mean, median and mode in a set of data

WALT write an explanation

Explanation sample

Explanation sample 2

WALT understand how photosynthesis works

SC - I can explain the process of photosynthesis
- I know plants use photosynthesis to create food
- I know how why this process is so helpful for us

TED-Ed Activity 

TED-Ed Extension Activity

WALT understand how the election works

SC - I know the number of seats in parliament
- I know where each party sits inside parliament
- I know voters get two votes - one for the party and one for their electorate representtitive
- I know voters can get into parliament by winning their electorate or as a list MP (if their party wins 5% of the votes)

Here are some images you might find helpful:

 Inside - view from the speaker's perspective.             Current allocation of seats.

 View from the back of the Parliamentary Chamber.

Here is some more info about the Chamber.

View from outside of Parliament and the Beehive. 

Here is some information on how Parliament works.

Complete your own research, to help you gain a better understanding of how the election works, now that you know a little more about Parliament.

Kiwi Chick Data for our Statistical Investigation

Click on this link to view the Kiwi Chick data

Zoo Follow Up

Teacher Group:
WALT analyse data and draw conclusions, and find the mean from a set of data
SC: I can understand what the data represent, compare the data, identify similarities and differences, and make statements based on the data

I will give you a copy of the data as well, but have put it online so you can refer to it here as well.


Independent Group:
WALT see how maths is used in real life situations and identify statistical information.
Make a copy of this activity. It is the one we started at the zoo last week.

Use the Auckland Zoo Website to help you.
This part of the site will be especially helpful with cracking the code.
This part will give you lots of information on Native species. 

Algebra - Create your own problem

Don't forget about BEDMAS!
Here are some examples you might find helpful as a start.  You can choose to either use pictures or letters.
Share your questions with me and we will have a go at them as a class.