Molly Davies
Teacher
Room - A4
Classroom Teacher
Teacher
Room - K6
Ōrākei Y 5 & Y 6 Hub - Term Overview 2025
Kaupapa | Lines of Inquiry
Nature’s Hidden Power
We interact with invisible forces (magnetism and electricity) every day, and we can harness these forces to create and innovate. We will be investigating magnetic forces and electricity. We will consider the different ways in which energy changes can be put to use and how to keep safe around electricity.
Pāngarau | Maths
Number
Exploring fractions and decimals.
Geometry - Properties of Shapes
Define and sort 2D and 3D shapes using their geometric properties and justify the decision. Create nets for rectangular prisms. Draw plan, front and side views of objects.
Ngā Toi | The Arts
The Arts
Using magnets to create art such as fridge magnets.
Te Reo Māori
Numbers and Questioning
E hia - How many? E ono - 6 of them.
E hia o tau - How old are you? E tekau ma tahi ahau - Im 11.
Kei hea to pukapuka? Where is your book?
Literacy
Pānui Reading
Reading novels and chapter books with a focus on NZ authors eg Joy Cowley.
Reading non-fiction books on electricity, magnets and following directions for simple experiments. Reading poetry.
Tuhituhi | Writing
Writing poetry e.g. acrostic, haiku poems. Writing explanations from our science investigations.
The Code spelling programme
Studying homophones eg flower, flour and contractions eg couldn’t, they’re. Identifying soft ‘g’ (gy) eg gymnastics.
Events
Parent Interviews
Wednesday 21st May from 3pm to 7pm.
Hauora | Health & PE
PE
Games for Understanding.
Big ball skills for playing team games eg netball, soccer, touch.
Health
Identify & implement safe practices when using devices using the guidelines from our cyber safety user agreement.
Resilience Programme
School Value - Inquiring Minds
I can wonder and ask questions with confidence and engage in research to seek the answers.
