Social Studies: Treaties

During Social Studies we have been learning about different treaties and did some research about them. The treaties we looked at was The Acts of Union (Between England and Scotland), and the treaty between the Americans and Indians. I chose to do my research on the treaty between England and Scotland. I've presented this in a google slideshow, with some remaining questions I had to provide information for. 

Social Studies: Population data of NZ from 1836-1901

Today in Social Studies, we have been looking at the population data of NZ from 1836-1901. We started creating a line graph as well as answering some following questions given. 

What does the graph show us?

The graph shows us that over time the Maori population dropped, whereas the European population increased.

Why do you think the numbers of Maoris change? 

The Maoris population changed because they suffered from fatal diseases and, Europeans attacked them during the Musket Wars.  

Why do you think the number of Europeans changed?

Because the land was sold to them, transporting them over to New Zealand, making their population grow.   

Here is the graph I made:

Commercial Patterns: Bucket Hats

In Term 4 for Soft Materials, we have started making bucket hats. The material for my bucket hat has blue butterflies with cursive writing; this will be on the outside and a plain navy blue fabric on the inside. Right now, I am at the stage of sewing my material/parts together. The process of this is a new experience for me since I haven't made something like this before although, I think I'm going great and, I am getting there at some point. 

Here is a photo of my bucket hat process, and a DIY video on how to make one:

  

Passion Projects: Reflection

In Term 4 2021, we are doing passion projects for Wananga. We spent weeks working on the projects.

For my passion projects, I am working with my friend Dominique and, we are doing visual art. Specifically, scrapbooking. Scrapbooking is a form of art collage, putting pieces together to create art. Our scrapbook is about the kpop groups we like (BTS, Stray kids etc.)

During this unit, I found our project stressful due to the lack of time. The reason for that was because lockdown occurred on the weeks we were supposed to start and prepare. However, we eventually got there and completed a decent amount pages.    

Social Studies: My Pepeha (Mihi)

Today in Social Studies, we created our Pepeha (Mihi). It's a traditional way of introducing yourself in Te Reo Maori. I have written one before in the past but I have revised some parts with some of my previous Mihi included.

My Pepeha (Mihi)

Ko So’oialo Anneleise tōku ingoa

Ko Aoraki tōku maunga (Mountain)

Ko Waimakariri tōku awa (River)

Ko Hornby High School tōku kura

No Samoa tōku whānau (My family is from)

Ko Otautahi ahau e noho ana (I live in )

Nō reira, tēna koutou, tēna koutou, tēna koutou katoa.