HOW WE ORGANISE OURSELVES
Decisions have a range of consequences

An inquiry into:

1. The process of decision making 
2. Consequences of decision making
3. Evlauating ideas and opinions of others 

We loved learning all about making decisions.

Did you know?

Common Types of Decision-Makers

Making responsible decisions doesn’t come naturally to everyone. It’s a skill that many must be taught. Let’s take a look at three common ways people make decisions. They are:

No Decision

Children fall into the ‘No Decision’ trap when they let their peers or someone other than a trusted adult make decisions for them. They let others tell them what to do instead of making their own decisions.

Many times this happens because children are afraid they will make the wrong decision. They doubt themselves and look to others to decide for them.

Kids who fall into the ‘No Decision’ category need to be reminded that it’s OK to make mistakes. Making mistakes provides an opportunity for learning and growth.

Snap Decisions

Snap decisions happen when children make decisions without properly analyzing the situation. They don’t consider the consequences of their actions and they react to what’s going on.

There are times when snap decisions are OK. Like say choosing between chips and yogurt. That’s not a life altering decision for most people (unless of course you have food allergies or nutritional concerns).

Responsible Decisions

Responsible decision makers think about the consequences of their actions and how it will affect them and the people in their lives.

It’s important that children learn to make responsible decisions on their own.

Sometimes kids need guidance from trusted adults to make good choice. However, there will come a time when they need to rely on themselves to make the right choice.

This is when knowing the decision making process steps comes in handy.

EXCURSION TO GINNINDERRY 

We used Google Earth to measure the courtyard dimensions and then draw the boundaries in their maths books. We sketched the courtyard areas. Taking note of what can and can’t be removed etc.  

Data collection from Kinder students and teachers

Questions:

What play things would you like to see in the courtyard?

What do you think is the most important thing to have in the courtyard?

Would you like to see more seating in the courtyard?

We presented our findings to the P&F. The P&F has accepted our plans and we are now waiting for a contractor to start the work. 

Year 2 are so proud of the inquiry they completed and that real action has resulted.

SHARING THE PLANET
THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE EARTH’S RESOURCES IS ESSENTIAL

An inquiry into:

1. Earth’s finite and infinite resources 
2. The effect of human activity on water 
3. Our responsibility to be good stewards of earth’s resource

PROVOCATION

What are you wondering? 

Early into our unit we went on an excursion to the Cotter Dam. 

It was great to learn all about the how our water gets to our taps. 

As a year we were so thrilled to be able to take action and make our very own beewax wraps. Thank you to Lisa B for being our in-school expert. 

SHARING ALL THAT WE'VE LEARNT ABOUT SHARING THE PLANET