ANZAC Writing

We also did some amazing writing.  We took the perspective of a soldier, a wife at home, a child at home, even a nurse and wrote a letter to someone.  The heartfelt feelings and emotions really shone through.

My Dear Wee Daughter, Rosie,
How are you?  I hope you are fine.  I hate to tell you that I got shot in the leg and the doctor said that he might have to amputate it.  He will let me know soon.  A few days ago my friend got shot as he was on the front line.
Are you ready for the good news?  I am coming home for Christmas!  I can't wait to see you.
I have to go now, it's time for dinner.  I hope you are having lots of fun.
Sincerely, Your Dad
PS:  Only 3 weeks until Christmas
(written by Jordan)


Beloved Mother,
I miss you with all my heart.  I hope you are alright back at home.  The reason I am writing to you now is because brother is in the hospital.  He had a terrible accident and isn't expected to live.  I am hoping to come home to you soon.  I love you to the moon and back.
Love your dearest daughter, Jenny
(written by: Dara)

Dear Uncle Jodey,
I hope everything is going well at war.  I hope you aren't hurt.  The dog is really missing you.  Mum is really worried about you.  All she wants to know is that you are ok.  Everything is going well on the farm.  The paddocks are green, the animals are healthy as I hope you are.   I love you heaps.
Love from your niece, Lucie
(written by:  Lucie)

Dear Mum and Dad,
I've just gotten off the boat and we are getting everyone of safely.  We have started making the trenches.  First off I will be in the front line.  I will be using the rifle they gave me.  I'll be ok.  Hey, happy birthday, Mum.  You're 40 this year!  I love you lots and lots.  I'll send a message to you as soon as I can.
Love your fearless child, Liam
(written by:  Liam)

Dear Mum and Dad,
I miss you a lot!  Yesterday I finally got to sleep but today I am on the look out as the other soldiers sleep.  I am very hungry and also have a black foot from the poor trench conditions.  I feel sick but have to deal with it.  I fell off my horse.  Unfortunately he got shot, but lucky I didn't.  I am now in the trenches.  The rats are quite annoying.  I have helped the injured people in my group.  I will write again soon.  Missing you and love you.
Your Daughter, Sarah
(written by:  Sarah)

My Dearest Nana and Pop,
We have just landed in Gallipoli.  The weather is cold and stormy, just like how I feel every day without you.  I have lost some of my friends.  It is very sad.  I can't wait to see you.  They say I will be home in 3 weeks.  How is mum?  Tell her I love her.  I love you too.
Sincerely, Your Granddaughter
(written by:  Estella)

ANZAC Day Activities

The last week of term we celebrated ANZAC with a cooperative learning week.  From history lessons to art projects we learned a lot about the veterans and what they did for our country.  We did dioramas with our cooperative groups to simulate a scene at Gallipoli. 

Cooperative Activities

Team 3 children have had a great time doing cooperative group challenges on Fridays in Term 1.  Using different materials such as spaghetti, marshmallows, tin foil, straws... we have had to make the strongest, the biggest structures. We have had many laughs, frustrations, and excitement.