LI : Understand the difference between perspective and Contrast
This Week For Reading , We were reading about the Boy In The Stripped Pyjamas again . but this time , the video said it was about a boy named Bruno . Bruno comes home , to find out that they are moving houses , and Bruno won’t see his 3 best friends again .
LI : To notice how the author uses vocabulary to create mood and atmosphere in a text
This Week For Reading , We read about The Boy In The Stripped Pyjamas . We watched a video about it , and we read the book . Honestly , The video was sad , because there is this kid called Daniel , and he lost his german friends . And Most importantly , he lost his Mum and his sister .
LI: To design a mural for our community that connects to my culture
For Reading we read ‘Painting the Town’ by by Renata Hopkins. This text was about how Christchurch has painted murals all over the city to bring back happiness to the city after the 2011 earthquake destroyed 80% of the CBD. My mural shows about my culture , and what I love about it .
I think the murals were painted to express people’s feelings if they had lost something important .
LI: To understand we make judgements based on stereotyping, assumptions and prejudices
We read the text Bok Choy for Reading. This text showed us the prejudices that existed towards the Chinese immigrants in early NZ. It also showed us that it is important to show empathy for those who are seen to be different from us. Our challenge after reading this was to write a letter to Ah Sum to thank him properly, as you didn’t have the right words when you were shivering in his hut.
Something I found interesting about the events in this text was how Chiniese people came to New Zealand .
LI: To celebrate our success
Last week PBS had their Summer Learning Journey celebration assembly. Mrs Grant came and presented our certificates and prizes. My certificate is for participation. The SLJ was a fun activity to do because you can get cool and fun rewards , and you can learn alot about stuff that you didn’t already know about . My favourite activity was the Anteater or Aardvark Activity , because it lets us learn fun facts about Anteaters and Aardvarks , and it tells us if it is endangered or not .
LI: To make an informed opinion
Our task was to create a DLO that shows both perspectives of this event. Our group considered whether or not the risks that Johnny Pohe took were dangerous , risky , or brave .
Something we found interesting was out of the 73 men that tried to escape prison , including Johnny , only 3 made it out .Because 2 of the tunnels were found and destroyed , and the 3rd tunned was found , after a German guard crawled out of it .
LI: To summarise a text
We read about Dame Naida Glavish, a wahine toia who choice to greet callers with “Kia Ora” instead of “Hello.” Her one action led to a massive change in New Zealand’s cultural identity.
We think Dame Naida Glavish was an agent of change because she is a good leader , and never listened to the people who doubted her .
LI: Understanding How Hard It Was To Earn Incomes From Shearing Sheep
This week for Reading , we made a DLO about the 1891 Shearers Strike
But If you don’t know what is the backstory behind it , let me explain :
The 1891 Shearers Strike: Standing Up for Workers’ Rights
What was the 1891 Shearers Strike?**
The 1891 Shearers Strike was a significant event in Australia’s history when sheep shearers across New South Wales decided to take a stand for their rights. They wanted better pay and working conditions, and when their demands weren’t met, they chose to go on strike. This meant they stopped working in the shearing sheds, refusing to shear any more sheep until their requests were taken seriously.
**Why did it happen?**
The strike occurred because many shearers felt they weren’t being treated fairly. They worked long hours and were paid little for the hard work they did. The shearers believed they deserved a fair wage and better conditions to work in. It was also a time when workers were beginning to organize and fight for their rights more than ever before.
**When did it take place?**
The strike began in April 1891 and went on for several months, showcasing the shearers’ determination to stand up for what they believed was right. It was a tough time, and many families faced hardships during this period, but the shearers stayed united in their cause.
**Who was involved?**
The main players in the Shearers Strike were the sheep shearers themselves, who came together to demand better treatment. Additionally, there were those who owned the shearing sheds, called squatters, who were less willing to give in to the shearers’ demands. This led to clashes and tensions between the two groups. The strike also drew attention from the broader community and helped inspire future workers’ movements across the country.
### Conclusion
The 1891 Shearers Strike was a key moment in the journey toward workers’ rights in Australia. It showed how important it is for workers to be heard and to come together for fair treatment. Even today, the lessons learned from this strike can still inspire us to stand up for what is fair and just. Let’s remember the courage of those shearers and continue to support each other in our own journeys.
That is The Story behind it . And It is very bad that the Shearers didn’t get enough money for completing their jobs , even though they did it fast , they still got the same amount of money , everyday .
Anyways , after making the DLO , we blogged it , and checked for mistakes , and blogged it ,
This Task was good because you can understand the History of Australia , and what happened to shearers , back then .
LI: To identify the key historical context and events related to the Polynesian Panthers and the Dawn Raids as depicted in the graphic novel.
We read the text Once a Panther and asked to create a comic strip that depicts a scene related to the ideas of prejudice, justice, or taking a stand in today’s world using thought bubbles or dialogue that explains the image.
Something I found interesting about this challenge was that we got to make comics , and the Prime Minister in 2021 , did an apology for the Dawn Raids .
We read the text RISE UP: The Story of the Dawn Raids and the Polynesian Panthers and asked to create a DLO that explores and discusses both perspectives of this historical event in our groups.
Something I found interesting about this text was that the Authorities arrested the Pacifics and the Maoris just for no reason .