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How Geothermal Power Stations Work
First the steam that comes out of the selected geothermal hot spot gets transferred through the metal pipes to the…
First the steam that comes out of the selected geothermal hot spot gets transferred through the metal pipes to the…
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Out and About Around the School
A trip to the gully, the maze, and the aquaponics unit have helped Room 12 unpack what an ecosystem is and to use these experiences to write informati…
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Dealing to Decimals
Training for the inter school Mathematics competition is underway for Years 5 and 6 students.
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Exploring Māori Tikanga and the of Gifting Pounamu
Pounamu holds a special place in Māori culture, symbolising the connections between people, their ancestors, and the land. To make the learning experi…
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Blazing Brilliance
Knowing what to do in a fire is an important life skill that could just save a life. The Firewise programme is a key resource to teach students about …
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25 Years and Counting
There are not many things at Wairakei Primary School that Diana Fitzsimmons doesn’t know about. As she heads towards her 25 year celebration, I sat do…
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Tech Savvy Students
Room 5 delved into the world of coding using Scratch and Scratch Jr, embarking on a creative journey of digital storytelling. By using these coding ap…
Tu meke Tuatara
Do you know that the tuatara is New Zealand’s largest reptile and is often called our living dinosaur? Room 14 do!
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Fresh Veg At Our Fingertips
Your Lucio - Your light
Room 4 secured one of three plant towers purchased by Wairakei Primary School as we continue to promote and develop healthy…
Room 4 secured one of three plant towers purchased by Wairakei Primary School as we continue to promote and develop healthy…
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Building Resilience
Building resilience is part of growing up. There are many opportunities during the school day to put this into practise. In our school life students c…
Lizard Gardens
Room 14 have been diving deep into the life cycles of plants, learning the importance of nurturing our planet and our local community. Buzzing with ex…
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Beneficial Brain Breaks
Brain breaks are short, purposeful breaks that allow young learners to refresh, recharge and refocus their brains. When students are given the chance …
