Posts by Carla Ross

Show Me the Money

Financial literacy is a part of the New Zealand maths curriculum and is also a fun area of maths to explore.
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Reading for Enjoyment

In an era dominated by digital distractions and fast-paced entertainment, understanding the reading habits and preferences of young students is eye op…

Unmasking the Beauty of Symmetry

Room 16 embarked on a  journey that blended the world of art and mathematics. During our inquiry about the world around us, we focussed on Italy.
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Build a Bridge

Learning to think like an engineer, problem solve, work with others, and share ideas have been front and centre for Room 16. Taking photographs and un…
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Dip, Swirl, Dab, Swipe

By using the sequence, dip, swirl, dab and swipe, and the correct terminology such as ‘apply’ and ‘bristles,’ students followed an art process, and ga…

How Lucky Can You Be?

Luck - Success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions:  "it was just luck that the first kick went in". Oxford …

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