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Teaching & Learning Activities – Stage 3

Term 2 Week 3

Please complete the activities in your homework book.

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Morning English

Read one chapter of a novel/text of your selection. Use the Blooms questions and complete 1 knowledge question.

Brain Break

• 3 hands, 7 fingers

• Find two other people to play this with (can be your family members or over video conferencing)

• One of the players says, 'One, two,

English

Read one chapter of a novel/text of your selection. Use the Blooms questions and complete 1 comprehension question.

Complete a character web on your favourite character from the novel you are reading.

Handwriting – Using your best cursive writing copy this poem into your book (My Best Friend)

Remember: Take a new line when the poet does and write the poets

English

Read one chapter of a novel/text of your selection. Use the Blooms questions and complete 1 application question.

Writing – Watch the following example of following a set of poorly written instructions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN2RM-CHkuI Why was the dad unable to create a peanut butter sandwich?

English

Read one chapter of a novel/text of your selection. Use the Blooms questions and complete 1 analysis question.

Sentence of the Day – Authors often use adverbs (words used to describe verbs, adjectives or other adverbs) in order to make their writing more interesting. Use adverbs to describe the underlined verb in these sentences so that they are more interesting. For

English

Read one chapter of a novel/text of your selection. Use the Blooms questions and complete 1 synthesis and evaluation question.

Brain Break

Pencil Jumps

Place a pencil on the floor and jumps over forwards and backwards, 10 times. Then jump 10 more times side to side.

Use the

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three, show!'

• On 'show', each person holds out 0-5 fingers.

• The aim is to have 7 fingers in total.

• How many times do you have to do it to have exactly 7 fingers?

• Once you do, play with both hands and try to get to 11!

Writing – Homophones/Homographs and Homonyms

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LtEfYSO610 Watch the video and answer the question: What is the difference between Homophones/Homographs and Homonyms? Write a definition and an example for each one.

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Watch ‘Behind the News’ at 10am on ABC Me. Choose your favourite story. Write a summary of the story.

Spelling: Use the soundwaves login to access this week’s activity sheets. If you are able to print out the segmenting page or complete it online for this week’s sound (unit 13).

Library Choices

Mrs Bedingfield has included some interesting library activities for you. Please refer to the Library Choices page below.

What was lacking in each step of the procedure? Record your answers.

Spelling: Use the soundwaves login to access this week’s activity sheets. If you are able to print out activity pages or you could copy them into your book.

example, the man ate quickly at the dinner table.

The boy ran in the race. (Tell how he ran)

A dog barked at the postman. (Tell how it barked)

The children played with the ball. (Tell how they played)

Spelling: Use the soundwaves login to access this week’s activity sheets. If you are able to print out activity pages or you could copy them into your book.

https://www.kidsnews.com.au/ to read a story

or article that interests you, there is a quiz at the end of the story.

Spelling: Use the soundwaves login to print out games sheets or complete the online games available for this week’s sound.

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Spelling: Use the soundwaves login to access this week’s activity sheets. If you are able to print out the brainstorming page for this week’s sound ay (unit 13).

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Middle Mathematics

This week we are revising addition and subtraction and learning about fractions, decimals and percentages.

Use the strategy you think is best to answer the following addition and subtraction questions.

Alan scored 423 more points than Sam. Sam scored 615 points. How many points did Alan score?

John’s bike cost $193. Molly’s bike cost $287.

Mathematics

Revision: what a fraction is – to create a fraction, a whole (e.g. 1 pizza) is divided into equal parts (e.g. 8 equal slices). See diagram below. Fractions are represented by two numbers above and below a dividing line (e.g. 1/4). The bottom number is called the denominator and shows how many parts the whole is divided into. The top number is called the numerator and shows how many parts

Mathematics

We are going to learn about proper and improper fractions and mixed numerals.

Proper fractions (refer to the diagram below) – there are two quarters in the first grid and one quarter in the second grid. All together we have three quarters (3/4). ¾ is a proper fraction because the numerator 3 is less than the denominator 4.

Improper fractions (refer to the diagram below) – there are 3 quarters in

Mathematics

The steps involved in adding like fractions (i.e. fractions that have the same denominator) - add the numerators and leave the denominator the same. Refer to the diagram below.

When we add two fractions and it equals an improper fraction, we need to change it to a proper fraction. For example 5/4 would become 1 1/4.

Look at the explanation in the pages below to see how we add mixed

Mathematics

When adding and subtracting fractions, it is easier if the denominators are the same. When the denominators are different, we may be able to use equivalent fractions to convert the denominator of one of the fractions to the same denominator as the other fraction. When adding and subtracting fractions we also need to ensure the answer is a proper fraction, or whole numbers and a proper fraction (i.e

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What is the price difference between the two bikes?

Charlie had $178 in his wallet. After he paid for a ticket, he had $95 left over. How much did the ticket cost?

Record the strategy you used and why you chose it.

Challenge:

Try solving the following word questions.

Australia’s population in the 2006 census showed its population consisted of 9 799 252 males and 10 056 036 females. What was the total population? How many more females than males were there?

Mars is 206 670 000 km from the Sun and Earth is 147 100 000 km from the sun. What is the difference between these distances?

we have.

Equivalent fractions are fractions that have the same value, but different names.

See diagram below.

Multiplying the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero whole number will change that fraction into an equivalent fraction, but it will not change its value. Equivalent fractions may look different, but they have the same value.

For example, ½ x 2 to the numerator and denominator equals 2/4. It has the same value, but a different name.

Find four equivalent fractions for the fractions listed below. Write your answers in your workbook or on Google Docs: 1/3, 2/5, 3/10, 5/6.

We can also use division to find equivalent

the first grid and 2 quarters in the second grid. All together we have five quarters (5/4). 5/4 is an improper fraction because the numerator 5 is greater than the denominator 4.

A mixed numeral has whole numbers and fractions. For example, if I had 1 whole pizza and 1 slice of an 8- slice pizza, this is shown as the mixed numeral 1 1/8.

Improper fractions such as 5/4 can be expressed as mixed numerals, i.e. a whole number and fraction. Look at the diagram below to see that 5/4 is equivalent to one whole (four quarters) and one quarter, i.e. 1 1/4.

In your workbooks or on Google Docs, draw diagrams to represent the following mixed numerals and then convert them to improper fractions: 1 1/5,

numerals.

Complete the following additions and subtractions in your workbooks or in Google Docs:

Calculate:

5/12 + 6/12

5/6 + 1/6

5/8 - 2/8

9/12 – 2/12

Calculate and simplify:

3/12 + 5/12

2/10 + 3/10

9/12 - 3/12

6/8 – 2/8

Calculate, convert to mixed numerals and simplify where necessary:

4/5 + 3/5

7/10 + 5/10

mixed numerals), and that fractions have been simplified. Look at the example below.

- First step, convert 2/3 to sixths using equivalent fractions 2/3 = 4/6 (multiply the denominator and numerator by 2)

- Second step, add 4/6 + 1/6 = 5/6.

- Is the fraction a proper fraction – Yes

- Is the fraction simplified? – Yes

Use equivalent fractions to convert the highlighted fraction, then calculate.

¾ + 1/8 =

1/6 + 5/12 =

7/10 – 2/5 =

5/6 – 2/3 =

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Mathletics- Log on and complete activities set by your teacher every day. Have a go at the game and other online activities.

fractions. (See examples below)

For example the fraction 2/4, if I divided both the numerator and denominator by 2 the answer would be ½ which is a half.

Use division to find 3 fractions equivalent to 42/48.

Mathletics- Log on and complete activities set by your teacher every day. Have a go at the game and other online activities.

PDHPE

Manipulative Skills

Practise rolling a ball: - Towards a partner’s ‘goal’ who tries to block the ball - Towards a partner who runs to field the ball and rolls it at a target - For others to field and throw return

2 ¾, 3 ½, 4 1/3.

Draw diagrams to represent the following improper fractions and then convert them to mixed numerals: 5/2, 7/4, 7/3, 15/4.

Fractions can be simplified by dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number, until it is no longer possible to simplify either the numerator or denominator any further

Look below for an example.

Simplify the following fractions in your workbooks.

2/6, 5/10, 3/9, 2/8, 12/16

Mathletics- Log on and complete activities set by your teacher every day. Have a go at the game and other online activities.

Add mixed numerals and simplify where necessary:

1 ½ + 2 ½

11 ¾ - 6 ¼

Mathletics- Log on and complete activities set by your teacher every day. Have a go at the game and other online activities.

Use equivalent fractions to convert the highlighted fraction, then calculate and simplify the answer.

4/5 + 2/10 =

8/12 + 1/6 =

6/8 – ¼ =

5/6 – 1/3 =

Mathletics- Log on and complete activities set by your teacher every day. Have a go at the game and other online

activities.

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- Along a line, running and stopping the ball with feet - So it stops as close as possible to a target - To a partner using both hands right/left

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Afternoon Creative Arts

Autumn art

Using an A4 piece of paper, put the paper on a rough surface eg concrete/ floor and colour the background in a warm colour (red/orange/yellow)

You can use pencils/crayons.

Go outside and collect or look at the shape of the leaves. Choose 1 shape and draw or trace the shape in overlapping patterns all over the page. Colour the overlapping leaf shapes using more warm

Science and technology

Scientists believe stars are spaced objects like our Sun, emitting light many light years away in Space. This claim is supported by many observations of the light emitted by the stars. Watch the following clip on Constellations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--MGQNhVs3s&app=desktop and read the ‘Star-crossed Story’ (attached) and have a go at the challenge.

History

Create an immigrant profile on Prezi, PowerPoint, Word or cardboard! Decide on an immigrant to interview. This could be someone in your house (or a grandparent, relative, neighbour or friend).

Write your questions in preparation first. Start with the basics: their name, where and when they were born, when did they arrive here, who did they come with, what transport did they take on the journey, how long was the journey and what was it like. Write your own questions

Science and technology

Students play coding games that teaches them how to build houses using 3d objects on Tinkekad. Students explore coding websites that explore the factors of radius, depth, width and length to create 3D shapes which can be viewed from a number of angles.

Websites include Tinkekad, Blockly games and Scratch.

PDHPE

Why Do we need water?

Go to: https://www.healthyactivekids.com.au/teachers/online-video/healthy-habits-healthy-you/

Click on Lesson Plans, Australian Curriculum, Unit 1 Food and Nutrition.

Select lesson 5 Hydration and Body Composition.

Complete Activities B and C

Activity D – Watch video Why Do we need water?

Click on and play Body

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colours.

MASTERCLASS MONDAY: UNDERARM THROW

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regarding the ‘push’ and ‘pull’ factors, their life in Australia as an immigrant, their emotions, things they brought with them, cultural connections, etc.

Once you have your questions written down interview your person (it can be over the phone, facetime, etc). You could film or record your interview if you like.

Use the questions and answers to write your immigrant’s’ profile and include a map showing their journey and any relevant pictures. Be creative!

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY

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TRICKY THURSDAY: JUGGLING CHALLENGE

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Bloom's Taxonomy Book Review Questions

Knowledge

1 Point Each

Comprehension

2 Points Each

Application

3 Points Each

Analysis

4 Points Each

Synthesis

5 Points Each

Evaluation

6 Points Each

Week Score

Make a list of

facts you learned from

the story

What was the

problem in the book, and how was it solved?

Did this book

remind you of anything that

has happened to you? What?

Why?

If your story

happened in a foreign land, compare that

land to the Australia.

Design

costumes for the characters

Who do you

think the author

intended to read this book

and why?

List the characters

and describe them

Did anyone in the book do

something you did not like?

Why?

Did this book give you any new ideas

about yourself?

Why?

If your story occurred long ago, compare that time with

today in a paragraph. If it was a modern

story, compare it with another time period and state what would be

different.

Using information

from the book about one of

the main characters, rewrite the

ending of the book.

If you could only save one character from the book in the

event of a disaster, which

one would it be and why?

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List five new words you

learned in the book. Write down their dictionary

pronunciation and meaning.

What kind of book is this?

List three evidences of

this

What would the main

character be likely to do if

s/he visited out classroom?

Think of a shape that fits with one

of the main character’s traits. Draw the shape. Then describe the character

inside the shape.

Write another short story using the

same characters

Is the title a good one or a poor one and

why?

If your book was a

mystery, tell what the

mystery was and how it was solved

What was the author's

purpose or purposes in writing this

book?

If you were in a problem

situation like one in the book, how would you

have acted? Be sure to tell

what the situation is.

Decide which parts of the book include the five W's and How. Then write a

paragraph for a newspaper

article including these facts.

Name one character.

Rewrite the story from this

character's point of view.

Did you like the way the

story ended? Why or why

not?

List ten good words from

the book. Put them into a word search

If you could continue the story, what

events would you include?

Why?

What lesson did you learn

from the story?

Write a different ending to the

book. Tell why you changed it.

Write a poem about this

book.

Which character in

the book would you

choose for a friend? Why?

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What problems

does one of the

characters have, and

how does he or she solve

it?

List the five major events in the story in the correct order.

Tell about a time something similar to what happened in

the story happened to

you or to someone you

know.

Tell five ways the main character is

like you

Design a poster for this

book.

What did you think was the

most interesting part

of the book? Why?

Where did the story take

place?

Tell in your own words the beginning of

the book

Write a letter to a friend

recommending this book.

Find one word that describes a character in your book very well.

Give five reasons for your choice of

words.

Pretend you are a librarian recommending

this book to someone.

Write a paragraph telling what

you would say.

Tell about the most exciting

part of the book being

sure to give at least three

reasons why

List the places

mentioned in the book.

Describe what is happening in

the first illustration in

the book

Pretend you are one of the characters in

the book. Write a diary entry

about the

In a good paragraph, state the main idea of

the book.

Make an eight-section comic

strip with captions

showing the

Which parts of the text could be improved?

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happenings in your life.

main events of the story

What other books has this author

written?

How did the main character feel during the

book? Give evidences of

this.

List the places in the book

that are important. Make up a

map including these places

as you imagine they may look.

Compare this book with the last

book you read.

Make a radio announcement

to advertise the book. Write

it out.

Who would you

recommend this text for?

What is the time period in

which the book

happens?

What did the title have to do with the book?

What changes would have to be made if the book occurred

200 years ago?

Compare two of the characters in

this book.

The climax of any book or story is the exciting or interesting

part. Tell what you think is the climax of the

book and why.

If you were the main

character, how would you

have reacted to an event in

the book?

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Equivalent Fractions Examples

Equivalent Fractions using Division

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12 =

6 ÷ 6

12 ÷ 6 =

1

2

5

10 =

5 ÷ 5

10 ÷ 5 =

1

2

4

8 =

4 ÷ 4

8 ÷ 4 =

1

2

2

4 =

2 ÷ 2

4 ÷ 2 =

1

2

Proper Fractions

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Improper Fractions

Mixed Numerals

Simplifying Fractions

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Adding Fractions with Like Denominators

Adding Mixed Numerals

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