Literacy

Today we were focusing on using descriptive words to hook the reader into our stories. We also discussed the importance of having a good vocabulary and being able to understand what a question is asking us (comprehension).

 ICT games is a fantastic site which has a variety of numeracy and literacy activities. They are linked to specific learning intentions so you can find a specific activity which links to a learning need or interest you may have. Its AMAZING so give it a go !!

We learned how to use the BBC schools website to help us increase our vocabulary and comprehension. Here is the Digger and the Gang activity.



**NZ Post Book Awards 2010**  **Here's a great YouTube clip of Craig Smith singing the award winning book 'Wonkey Donkey' song - its great !! Remember some of us voted for this book.**

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 **Some websites that will help you practise spelling, reading and writing are:**



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http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks1bitesize/literacy/

​Fancy doing a bit of writing.....this website describes to you the different genre and how to go about being effective in your writing. Well worth a look as its really interesting and exciting !

 ** Punctuation **  ** Not sure when to use a full stop, comma, colon etc This powerpoint presentation will help with any questions you may have. **

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