Poster

In social studies we have been learning about varies gods. Here is my poster about Papatūānuku.

Paragraph Question:

Are students addicted to their cell phones? If so, is that a problem?

Many students have some sort of addiction to their smartphone. Smartphones can be very beneficial to students. Students can connect with friends and family, seek help for a school test, and they can even download apps to stay organized. However, smartphones can also be very addicting. Students are expected to use technology both in and out of school/classrooms. They manage their social lives through various apps and social media platforms. Students find themselves mindlessly reaching for their smartphone or refreshing social media feeds, even when they just checked it minutes ago. Smartphones can cause many health issues mentally, physically, and emotionally. For example, it may affect the way you communicate or interact with certain relationships. Whether it's with friends, family, or others. Many times it affects your communication in a negative way. Sometimes students might find it hard to hold a simple conversation when they can't peel their eyes away from their smartphone. It helps to focus less on counting the minutes of use and more on how they use their smartphone. It is important to have a healthy balance with a smartphone, understanding how students use their phone and what that purpose serves them. 

Technology

Technology Definition

Technology is the creative process that utilises tools, resources and systems to solve problems. It also enhances control over natal and man-made environments to improve our lives. 

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My boomerang

Boomerangs 

What was the purpose of the activity? 

The purpose of this activity was to get a better understanding of how the aboriginal culture used boomerangs.  We designed our own boomerangs with the inspiration of the artwork aboriginal people used. Painting dots, line, animals, etc. We did this to get an idea of how a boomerang might have been designed and used. 

What is the meaning of my boomerang?

My boomerang doesn't really have a specific meaning to me. I took some symbolic aboriginal painting designs and applied it to my boomerang. The tree represents the wood the aboriginal used to make the returning boomerang, traditionally boomerangs were made from Mulga or Black Wattle. The brown background represents the colour earth, healing and the wood. The light green represents growth and peace. I added the white lines and dots as inspiration from an aboriginal boomerang.  

What went well when painting my boomerang? 

At first, I didn't know what to paint. I painted one side of me boomerang and I didn't end up liking how it looked. So I started again on the other side. My boomerang turned out alright, I was happy with what I painting. The painting was really fun and it was cool to see everyone's designs.