Tuesday 20 May 2014

New Inquiry

Recently we have discussed ideas from the 'Sneetches'. As part of our new inquiry we are also going to discuss some of the ideas from 'The Butter Battle Book'.

Check out this animated movie of the book. click for  The Butter Battle Book.

Here are the key understandings for the new inquiry:




KEY UNDERSTANDINGS:
  • New Zealand has played a role in international conflicts.
  • Failure to empathise affects relationships.
  • Conflict can lead to change.
  • Relationships are better if people are tolerant.
Key words:
Tolerance – empathy - compassion – compromise – negotitaion - saving face – pride – change – values – conflict – propaganda - relationship -

Life Education Caravan and cross country!

Here are some pictures from our time in the Life Education Caravan and also from the cross country on May 20th.