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Kia Ora bloggers, Yesterday in science, we did a science experiment about paper clips. We learned how they float onto the water and how you have to use a special method. We conducted an intriguing experiment involving paper clips. We explored the fascinating concept of surface tension and observed how these seemingly simple objects can float on water. Through careful application of specific techniques, we were able to manipulate the physics at play. It was a valuable experience that deepened our understanding of hydrodynamics. We used a method of placing the paperclip gently onto the paper towel. then lowered it slowly into the circle of water and slowly, unplaced the paper clip of the paper towel into the water. It took some tries to get it in, but luckily for me I had it done the first time. Then we had some soapy water. The soapy water eliminated the paper clip from floating and made it sink into the water.

ℤ𝕠𝕟𝕖𝕤 𝕆𝕗 ℝ𝕖𝕘𝕦𝕝𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟

Kia ora everyone, we have started a topic on ℤ𝕠𝕟𝕖𝕤 𝕆𝕗 ℝ𝕖𝕘𝕦𝕝𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟. Zones are based on the topic of your emotions. They come with all sorts of different impacts on your feelings and emotions. The most common emotions are red (anger), green (happy), yellow (anxious), and blue (sad). How do you think you cope? I know specifically that I try to breathe it out. Deep breaths. It reflects on what’s happening in your daily life. What you take from every hour of your days. What’s your lifestyle like? It could reflect on anything. But it is most important to stay in the green zone. Because that’s a more calm, nicer, kinder, zone that could help you make yourself feel amazing. It’s like minions, they all have different zones and different personalities. They reflect on how they feel every day, and also what’s around them, something might annoy them, so it shifts their mood into another zone. I agree on the different zones because I have also felt like I’ve been in those zones before. I also agree on the different subjects that go into the zones. Example Red (anger) it’s got a list of different emotions that relate into one big emotion and a colour. I think it’s a great idea to express our emotions through colours.

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Kia Ora, Everyone in science today has been doing a science experiment: We experimented the difference between splashing the water onto the coin and then putting it slowly onto the coin. We eventually counted the drops as we went. There were other members of my group, Athea and Carleigh. They wrote the answers on the worksheet as I carried on dropping solution A, B, C, D, and water. I committed to getting this science experiment done. Because eventually we were going to have to blog it like today, otherwise I would have had no information to share on my blog. That’s what I call not doing the work I was supposed to do. I helped my other classmates figure out how to do the experiment. Science has a meaning and part of that meaning is to commit to the experiment you have been given.. I liked this experiment because it was a fun way to work well with my group members. We also worked well together, showing respect and resilience. Thank you for reading my article and looking at my science experiment.

Solution Test 1 Test 2 Average drops
A 30 34 32.0
B 27 59 43.0
C 25 29 27.0
D 27 31 29.0
Water 50 46 48.0

 

 

 

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Niao, welcome to my post. Today I will be answering some of your questions about the subject 𝑫𝑨𝑵𝑪𝑬! Like what is a musical? Well, that is exactly what I will be explaining today.  Alright, let’s dive into the world of musicals! A musical is a type of show that combines dialogue (talking) with songs and dance. Imagine you’re watching a play, but in a musical, characters burst into song to express their feelings or to move the story along. It’s like feeling so happy or excited that you just want to sing! Key Parts of a Musical:

Every musical has a plot, just like a book or movie. It tells a story about characters that we can relate to, whether they are happy, sad, or on an adventure.

The songs are super important! They help tell the story and show what the characters are feeling. Sometimes they’re happy and upbeat, and other times they can be slow and emotional. Each song is crafted to fit the moment in the story, almost like a character is sharing their feelings with us.

Musicals often include dance routines that accompany the songs. This dancing adds excitement and helps to tell the story visually. It can range from simple moves to amazing choreography with many dancers working together.

Musicals usually have a variety of characters. There’s often a hero, a villain, and supporting characters who add humor or help move the story along. These characters might go through challenges, learn lessons, or fall in love, just like in any good story.

The setting is where the story takes place. It can be anywhere—a bustling city, a magical land, or even inside a school. The set design, which consists of the backgrounds and props, helps to create the world where the story happens.

Musicals are meant to be performed live on stage. This means that actors sing, dance, and act right in front of an audience. It creates a special experience because the energy from the live performance adds excitement!  Why Are Musicals Special?

Musicals are special because they mix different forms of art. They entertain you with stories, music, and dancing all at once. They can make you laugh, cry, and feel lots of different emotions. Plus, many people love to watch them because they tell stories in a fun and engaging way, and sometimes even leave you with a lesson to think about.

Some famous examples of musicals include The Lion King, Annie, Hamilton, and Wicked. Each of these tells its own unique story while using songs and dance to bring the characters to life.

So, in short, a musical is an exciting blend of storytelling, singing, dancing, and acting on stage, and it’s a fantastic way to tell a story!

Forensics Blog Post

Hello and welcome back to my blog post. Today, I will answer some questions about forensic scientists.

What is a forensics scientist?

Forensic science plays a vital role in the criminal justice system. Forensic scientists examine and analyze evidence from crime scenes and other locations to provide objective findings. These findings can help in investigating and prosecuting criminals, or they can exonerate individuals who are innocent and under suspicion.

Who was the first forensics scientist?

Archimedes is often considered the first forensic scientist. According to legend, a king had commissioned a special gold crown from a local goldsmith, but he suspected that it might not be made of pure gold. He asked Archimedes to determine whether he had been deceived, but he wanted to ensure that the crown would not be damaged during any tests.

Who was the first person to be convicted due to fingerprints?

The Chinese were the first culture known to have used friction ridge impressions as a means of identification. The earliest example comes from a Chinese document- titled “The Volume of Crime Scene Investigation—Burglary”, from the Qin Dynasty (221 to 206 B.C.).

What is DNA and how is it used to “catch” people – or prove their innocence?

Every individual has unique DNA, except identical twins, who share the same DNA since they originate from the same initial cell. Forensic scientists utilize the distinctive nature of DNA to assist in apprehending criminals.

They collect human cells found at a crime scene, which may come from sources such as blood, saliva, or hair. Forensic scientists then extract DNA from these cells, analyze it, and create a DNA profile.

This DNA profile is compared to a database of other profiles. If a match is found, it can serve as valuable evidence in the investigation.

Genetic profiling can be a controversial topic. The table below summarizes some of the advantages and disadvantages of using this technique.

How does dirt help a forensic scientist?

Soil trace evidence can connect a suspect to a burial site or help establish links between different crime scenes. By comparing soil samples from the burial site with samples collected from other locations, investigators can gain valuable insights into the movements of suspects or objects.

How do insects help a forensic scientist?

From the early stages of decomposition, insects are drawn to the body and may lay their eggs on it. By examining the insect population and the various developmental stages of the larvae, forensic scientists can estimate the postmortem interval, determine any changes in the position of the corpse, and assist in identifying the cause of death.

How do you become a forensic scientist?

Many universities offer relevant science courses, including forensic science at the Universities of Auckland and Otago. Your expertise will develop through work experience in your specialized field and on-the-job training.
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Maths

Hey everyone. Today, let’s dive into something super fun that we encounter every day: data. You might not think about it often, but data is all around us. It helps us understand the world better, and it’s really fun to explore. In this post, I’ll tell you all about two important types of data, Discrete data, and continuous data.

Explaining Discrete and Continuous data.

Imagine you have a big bag of marbles. If I ask you how many marbles you have, you can count them one by one. Let’s say you have 10 marbles. Since you can count them easily and there aren’t any half-marble things hanging around, we call this discrete data. Discrete data is all about counting things. You can have 1 marble, 2 marbles, or even 50 marbles. But you can’t have 2.5 marbles. Discrete data is made up of whole numbers because it counts items that are separate and distinct.

Now let’s think about something different: the height of your friends. You might measure your friend’s height and find it’s 4 feet, 5 inches, or even 4.3 feet. You can have all kinds of measurements, like 4.1, 4.2, etc. This kind of data is called continuous data. Continuous data can take on any value within a range, meaning it can be specific. like 4.235 feet. It’s like watching the water level in a cup: it can be any amount, not just specific whole numbers.

Reflection:

I felt excited as I learned about discrete and continuous data because it opened my eyes to how we reflect on information in our lives. I realized that whether I’m counting my toys it measuring my height, I’m using these concepts without knowing it. Understanding the difference feels like unlocking a secret code. To interpret the world around you and me. It’s fascinating how numbers help us understand so many things!

I hope you enjoy learning about data as much as I did and thank you for reading my blog post thank you.

Pike Mine River

Hello and welcome to my blog this week and last my class and I have been doing tasks on Pike Mine River. Pike Mine River was a Mine that people would work in. In 2014 it blew up and killed 29 men and only two survived that day. This is the post for it and the work I’ve done on it. Explore it and hope you enjoy it.

Reflection: I loved learning about the Pike Mine River. It was a fun activity to learn about. And I’d love to learn about it again. Thank you for reading my blog post I hope you have a great day!!

One Shot Video

Hello bloggers and welcome back to my blog. This week and last Neverland my reading group has been reading a book called Muse. We had to complete a one-shot video for it. Like a reflection on the book I think, like what the Author’s purpose is of it. I think that it was a fun activity to do especially because we got to make a script for this video. Here’s my video hope you enjoy it.

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What is good sportsmanship?

Hello and welcome to my blog again. This week we have been learning about what good sportsmanship is. Good sportsmanship is when you lose or win a game you can lose and still be happy about it. Bad sportsmanship is when you get upset easily if you lose you also get mad easily, or intend to hurt the other opponent hurt/injure. So teachers want us students to learn about sportsmanship so we can practice.

Reflection: I think this was really fun to learn about. I think sometimes I have bad sportsmanship. Hopefully I can be better. I think that alot of people now should reflect on how they act when they play sports. They should be able to see when if they use good or bad sportsmanship, and they can reflect on it and work on it. r now

Listen to me explaining what good and bad sportsmanship is. Thank you for reading my blog hope you enjoyed it goodbye.

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What is Rongoli patterns?

Hello bloggers and welcome back to my blog. This week in Wānanga we are learning about Dwali. Heres some information hope you enjoy What is Rongoli patterns?

Rongoli patterns are bright and coloured designs which are drawn on the floor to decorate homes and temples. They are drawn with a mixture of rice flour, water, flower petals, coloured powder and sand. Hindus believe that Goddess Lakshmi will see the patterns and visit their homes. Many different gods and goddesses are prayed to during Diwali in the hope of bringing good luck and success. There bright beautiful designs that connect with Diwali. They are placed to welcome the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi, He is the goddess of wealth to your house and the thought of bringing good luck with them into your home. They are orginated in India but are produced wherever Hindy people are celebrating.

What does the Rangoli symbolize?

The rangoli represents the happiness, positivity and liveliness of a household, and is intended to welcome Lakshmi. It is believed that a Hindu household without a clean entrance and rangoli is a abode of daridra (bad luck). The purpose of rangoli is beyond decoration.

The story befind Rnagoli art.

Lord Brahma instructs the king to draw an image of the boy on the floor. He then breathes life into the image. This is the earliest reference to Rangoli, or floor art, in Indian epics. The Ramayana also makes serveral references to this art form.