Reflecting on being a Rocket

School's out for summer! It is with mixed emotions that I write this, possibly the last post for the year. Our school term ended a week ago today, on December 14th. 

The Rockets have now all dispersed, and are home with their families enjoying summer in Hawke's Bay. We performed "Rudolph" magnificently on our Prizegiving evening with the rest of the Junior Syndicate. The term went so quickly, the last couple of weeks were warm and we were able to start swimming which was very exciting.

A big thank you and Christmas cuddle to all those who have followed our blog this year. It has been such a huge success for the Rockets, and has enhanced their learning in so many ways. Thank you to every one of you that has taken the time to comment, the children love to know that their voices are heard. 

Ka kite ano

Miss Revell

Here are some reflections from the Rockets themselves on their class this year:

Oliver's Magical Birthday

Hi Miss Revell,
I turned 7 in the holidays and had a wizard party.
We ate jelly with worms in it.
We made poisonberry’s to drink.
We played musical cushions and got wands.
We also made hats.

Oliver S
Oliver's Wizard Party on PhotoPeach

Olden Days - Habits of Mind

Oliver on the Habits of Mind people used in the Olden Days from MissRevell on Vimeo.

Ryan on the Habits of Mind used in the Olden Days from MissRevell on Vimeo.

Oliver and Ryan talk about how people in colonial New Zealand used the Habits of Mind to overcome the obstacles they faced in day to day life. Ryan is describing milking a cow, an important task to complete in this era.

The Big Fat Gorilla (and Mr O' D)

We had a great time last week, when Mr O'D came in to teach us one of his favourite games. It's now our favourite game!
Its all about a bit fat Gorilla, down in the jungle...