Swimming Poem

S - Swimming strokes and dolphin-swim makes me feel like a pro.

W - Washing my face with warm water feels like i'm in a race.

I  - In the pool doing streamlines is like i'm in a real competition.

M   - Magnificent waves move me around gently.

M  - My goggles help me under the clean water when I do freestyle.

I   -  Inside the pool we float like a peaceful starfish on the surface.

N  -  No diving is allowed in the swimming pool because you might hit your head.

G - Going to the pool makes everyone very happy.

Manainkalani

On Wednesday 26 March 2015 all the schools in Tamaki, teachers and visitors come to Pt England beach in buses to welcome travellers.

When we came we went to where we had to sit. It took a while for it to start. We saw other schools having their lunch but we didn’t have ours. Later on, it started we had to stand up.

We heard the shell horn and saw two wakas. We saw a motorboat filled with people. When all of the people got on the beach the leader said a prayer.

Later on that day all of the people got to speak. After a long while all of the schools got to high-five all of the visitors hands. Last of all we took a moment to relax.

Then all the schools went back to their work. I thought it was a very cool and a good lesson for us.

Anzac

On Saturday 25 1915 New Zealand and Australian soldiers got ready to fight in Gallipoli, Turkey. We have Anzac day to remember 1800 who died for our country.

Today we went to church, each of the classes had different poppies. When church were finished we went to where Mary stood. Fiapo and I got ready to read.

After we read we put the New Zealand flag over the white crosses. Later on that day we learned about ‘Simpson and the donkey.’

Simpson worked with the ambulance. They didn’t have ambulance back then so they used donkeys. Simpson was very kind to donkeys and so the donkeys were good to Simpson. Simpson used to put the injured soldiers on the donkeys to take the soldiers back.

When the New Zealand and Australian soldiers got to Anzac cove some of them knew they would die so they ran covering their faces so if they got shot they would know who died.

One day a soldier found a turtle in the trenches and kept it as a pet. When the soldier came back he saw the other soldiers eating the turtle.

The youngest Anzac was James Charles. He went to war when he was only fourteen. There was a nursing home with 1000-bed called ‘The poppy Inn.”

Sometimes when the turks are running to the Anzac they stepped on landmines and die. Some donkeys that go to Gallipoli comes from Greece.

Lots of soldiers write letters to their relatives or loved-ones. I think Anzac day is a great story of battle for our country.

Easter Show

On Holy Thursday Antonio, Gillian. Princeton and I went to the Easter Show in my mum’s car. When we got there I saw horse rides, racing, games and prizes.

We went to the petting zoo. I saw cows, pigs, goats, chickens, a bull and a donkey. We got to feed them with special treats. After that, we washed our hands and went on fun rides.

We stopped and tried win a prize. We had to try to get the hoop in the hole in the ground. I went inside the clown house. It was very fun. After that Antonio and I went on the rocking boat.

After a while we went to see a motorbike show. There were lots of men on colourful motorcycles.

Last of all it started to rain and we got inside the car and went KFC to get something to eat. I thought we had  a great time at the Easter Show.

My Dearest Mum

Today I want to tell you how much I love you. You always take care of me and I really appreciate it. I love you so much for everything you have done for me. I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day.

I want to thank you for making me lunch and dinner. Thank you for looking after me when I was a baby. Thank you for our lovely new house and thank you for giving Antonio somewhere to stay. Thank you for my presents on my birthdays.

I really enjoy how you make me happy when I’m sad. I really enjoy how you make me feel like a real princess. I really enjoy how you are always there when anyone is feeling blue. I really enjoy how you make my food extra yum.

Thank you mum!

I would like to give you a new car when I grow up. I would like to take you to Paris in a jet with our family. I love you mum because you are my queen.  

My Wonderful Mum

My mum is a graceful loving woman because she does everything for our family. She cleans the house, she pays the bills, looks after Princeton and feeds the family.

Sometimes she needs a break. In her free time she likes to buy clothes, have a smoke, go to the gym and sometimes buy new furniture.

My mum does not like some things like the mess my brother makes, dogs that bite and animals like mice and rats. She doesn’t like beer or chips with lots of salt. She also doesn’t like the day because sometimes she needs to go to sleep or the sun because it is too hot. She also dislikes cats that bite and swear words.

My mum is really a funny person so she likes watching comedy movies with the family and wine. She likes funny things like cat clips and books about people’s lives because it makes her feel relaxed. She enjoys hanging out with her friends and having a drink of wine. My mum likes to have a good time.

St Patrick's Day

On St Patrick's Day, March 17 we walked quietly into the church with our Soulfriends. We made a promise to take care of each other, share our lunch and share our feelings.
After in all went into the hall for a Duffy Assembly. Telesia and I were going to lead the assembly. I was better at reading. There were four guests their names were Mary, Peter, Peter, Peter and Peter. Next they were doing a play and asking kids to come and take a part in the play. The play was very funny. After that they asked people to come up for another play, and I was in it. Later on it was time to give out the Duffy books.
The Duffy Assembly was fun!

Get Wise

On Monday 09 March a stranger came into Room 3 and introduced himself. His name was Evan from ASB bank. He had a big black bag with fake money. We were going to play three fun games. First we had to guess the values of the fake money. There was one lost note. Evan couldn't find it. He also taught us about Eftpos cards and Credit cards. An Eftpos card uses your money when a Credit card uses the bank's money. Next Evan got us to face him. So we did. After that Evan said he was going to travel as fast as a Cheetah back in time. We went to the Caveman time where Evan taught us how Cavemen used to get food without using money. Caveman use to try to kill a hairy Mammoth and try to get the tusks off and trade for some food like Fish, fresh meat, Tiger skin or even sharp knives. Eventually we got to Pirate times. Evan told us how the Pirates use to keep their money safe without using the back. Pirates bury the Gold on a deserted island. That was the end of our journey back in time, but the fun did not end. Evan told us to make three line in front of Jerome, Dianne and me. Evan gave us three some fake money and gave the people in  front of us cups. We had to give the money to the people in front of us and they had to give us back the cups. When Evan had to leave, we all had said "goodbye " and "thank you" and we went back to work. I thought we had a fun journey with Evan.

Golf

On Wednesday 4th March we were walking to the field to play Golf. First of all we got a warm welcome from coach Stu. Next we saw a jumping ladder on the field. We were supposed to jump one step at a time then keep doing that until the next persons turn. It was really fun after that we lined up into three lines. We were having a race. We had a tee. We put the Golf-ball on top of the Tee. We then had to run to the finish line and back without dropping the golf. Later on we practiced playing Golf. This was really difficult, but we got the hang of it. I think that everybody in room 3 enjoyed their time with coach Stu.
After a long time we played a game called golf/ baseball. We played like this: first the batter has to hit the Golf-ball, then they have to run. The batter then has to run to the hoops. The other people need to get the ball to coach Stu. If you're still running when the ball is with coach Stu you're out. When it was time to go, we all said goodbye to coach Stu and went back to Room 3.
I really enjoyed Golf because it was a good experience for us.

February 18

On Wednesday 18 February, Prince, Jillian, Antonio, my mum and I were staying at home.
When my aunt Tula came and dropped off  King, the Husky and Beast, the Ridge-back we were all happy.
Later on we went outside and played on the trampoline with the dogs. The dogs were really funny.
Afterwards my mum went to Grey Lynn to go church.
When mum was at Church we had the idea to go to the dog pound. At the dog pound we saw Bulldogs, German Shepherds, Chiwawas and Ridge-backs. Some of the dogs licked our toes. Next we were really hungry so we went to McDonald's. Antonio and I didn't eat meat because it was Ash Wednesday. Then we went to the park with the dogs. The dogs jumped into the cold water. I climbed up the cliff to get to the car.
After a while we arrived to Pak 'n Save to get my lunch. We got candy, Fizzy drinks, Chips, Fruit, Popcorn, Ham, Cheese and Fruit Sticks.
When we got home I ate so much, I went straight to bed.

My Holiday

On Saturday 20th of January Father Filipo, my mum, and I went to Sylvia Park to watch "Big Hero 6". We used father Filipo's  big blue car to get to Sylvia Park. When we got there, we asked the cashier for two medium sized popcorn and 3 movie tickets. I was really looking forward to watching the movie. I also enjoyed eating the popcorn, Yum! While we were watching, father Filipo was asleep. In the movie there was sadness, happiness and I also experienced anger.
The movie was about a young boy and his older brother who died in a fire. What makes him angry is when he finds  out that his brother's teacher saved himself rather than helping the kids. So the boy seeks out revenge and tries to save the world from the evil teacher, on the way big hero 6 helps him. When the movie had finished, my popcorn was also finished. I thought the movie was fantastic.
From the movie I learned that I have to put other people first then myself. When we got home I wished I could go movies again. 

My Dad

My dad is very strong but to me he is a big teddy bear because he's soft and cuddly.My father is hard worker and he works until night so we have food. He is very quiet and shy because that is how he is. My dad lives in Sydney Australia to support our family.

Good friends - Aaliyah

A good friend is a person that knows you very well because you have known each other for a long time. A friend will always stick to your side when you play sports and when your in class. Friends never betray each other. A good friend will always be there for you. A helpful friend is someone that will care for you when your feeling sad.

How does Grass become Milk?

1. Each Cow eats about 70 kilograms of Grass.


2. The Grass gets digested (broken down) in the first two stomachs.


3. Then the Grass is squashed into a Ball  Cud.


4. The Cud is burped back into the mouth chewed for about a minute.


5. Then the Grass goes into the next 2 stomachs.


6. It then enters the bloodstream and is turned into Nutrients.


7. Then it enter the Udders as Milk.