Reflection

As I start Term 2, I look to these photos I took on my holiday and feel inspired. I just love the reflections. The start of term is a time for reflection. What has really engaged the students? What has made them inspired to learn more? What has given them the confidence to take risks, think creatively and persevere? What can I do to ensure my teaching is rigorous, meaningful, engaging and inspiring? I shall reflect and prepare for a great term!

Think, pair, share strategy

Click on the link below for a great strategy to encourage quieter students to participate and speak up in class.

https://youtu.be/vxMOl2Vnw54​

Ice Tower Excavation

This is a great idea for students to explore their senses! Great for following a procedure to make some of these wonderful creations themselves. An ever changing installation to observe, photograph, alter, touch and simply experience. 

Let There Be Peace On Earth

I am listening to a beautiful song, Let There Be Peace On Earth, by The Boys Choir of Harlem. On Remembrance Day I discussed with the Kindergarten students the meaning of Peace. I was amazed at their understanding of this concept and comments by the youngest students were very insightful and personal. I thought I'd share the lyrics with you as we approach Christmas.

Let there be peace on earth
And let it begin with me
Let There Be Peace on Earth
The peace that was meant to be

With God as our Father
Brothers all are we
Let me walk with my brother
In perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me
Let this be the moment now.

With ev'ry step I take
Let this be my solemn vow
To take each moment and live
Each moment in peace eternally
Let there be peace on earth
And let it begin with me

One of the most peaceful places I have been. High in the Snowy Mountains.

Take time to smell the roses or whistle!

I was walking downstairs yesterday with some of my students and one began to whistle. We stopped, listened and clapped. I then showed them my way of whistling using my cupped hands. They were enthralled! I began to teach them this new skill on the steps and one commented on how hard it was. Perfect example of the value of practice! I simply said, "Keep practising and you'll be able to do it!" We continued down the stairs to "practice" our reading. My students were happy and motivated.
Couldn't find a picture of roses but thought this wisteria from Oia Santorini inspiring.

Little India, Singapore

How could you possibly not be inspired by the colour and life in Little India, Singapore! On our recent trip to Italy, Croatia, Greece and Turkey, we returned to Australia with a stopover in Singapore. Where to head for a decent meal? Little India of course! The food, the shops, the colour, the life! Just wonderful!