Blog #4

MYP1B

Week 2 September ,2019

Subject	Blog Content
Math	In the last two weeks, we learnt the four most basic operations and integers using number line .We  practiced few questions , made story problems in pairs and solved them by using number lines. Furthermore, we started with a new unit ‘Points, lines and angles’. By: Suvaan Mohan Gupta MYP 1B
Language and Literature	Over the past two weeks we analyzed the pamphlets made by us. We focused on the features of pamphlet designing and how pamphlets convey information on a particular subject to the readers. We reflected on the understanding of rhetorical triangle (speaker, audience and purpose) to create a pamphlet. We also recalled our grammar concepts such as parts of speech and subject-verb agreement.  By: Suvaan Mohan Gupta  MYP1C
Individuals      & Societies	In the past two weeks, we presented our understanding of the unique features of the stone age through graphic organizers. We learnt about the metal age too. We also watched videos and reflected on them to know about heritage and its importance .We also discussed the consequences of losing our own heritage.  By: Rishabh Iyer Kochhar MYP 1C
Science	Biology/Chemistry We were introduced to a new unit used  for measuring tiny objects i.e micrometer. We learnt how to calculate magnification of microscopic objects. We attempted a few problems to learn to  calculate magnification. Later in the week we appeared for our formative assessment By: Aditri Nakul MYP 1A Physics: Over the past two weeks, we did an activity on lab safety to  understand th  various safety measures that should be  followed in the lab . We also learnt the first aid measures to be undertaken in case of an emergency. We finished our unit with an activity wherein we discussed the importance of  accuracy and precision  in measurement. By: Bhuvansh Swamy MYP 1A
Product Design	This week, we worked on a collage on carbon footprint. We researched the topic by using some guiding questions given to us. We also collected pictures from old newspapers and magazines. We utilized only one- side used paper to be in tune with the topic ‘carbon footprint’ and theme ‘sustainability’.   By: Kevin Joe ben MYP 1 C
Digital Design	In the past weeks, we continued with our presentation of the previous unit , gamification of learning. We also  analysed  the existing product and researched on the topic. Furthermore, we summarized the design outline for our product .  By: Kevin JoeBen MYP 1C
Language Acquisition	French: After our formative assessment of the current unit, we revised the adjectives used for describing our parents. We watched videos and did skill-building activities. We displayed our understanding of various adjectives by describing our friends. We were also introduced to a new grammar topic, ‘Adjective Possessive’. By: Geet Dhooria MYP 1D     Hindi: We had practiced  a poem by Faiz Ahmad Faiz  for Hindi Diwas performance. We also discussed the poem in relation to our unit ‘my personal world’ to focus on the freedom of expression. We also discussed the role of family in shaping our  identity and personality.   Spanish: During the past two weeks we learnt the expression of the verb “estar” to discuss civil status of a person in Spanish. We watched a presentation in which a person describes his family members. We also learnt the vocabulary related to countries and nationalities in Spanish. By: Eva Sadhwani  MYP 1A
Visual Art	In the last two weeks we learnt  a new art form called ‘Impressionism’ and observed some visuals of the same to develop a better understanding. We appeared for a formative assessment based on criterion A of Arts i.e. Knowing and understanding. Later, taking inspiration from famous landscape artist’s work, we created our layouts for the final composition.  Apoorv Gupta (MYP 1A)
Physical and Health Education (PHE)	In our unit ‘fitness through sports’, we discussed  the benefits of yoga and practiced “Surya Namaskar”. We also played badminton and table tennis matches.   By: Tushita Nagpal MYP1D
Dance	We did an interpretation activity based on videos. We understood how sculptures are a source as well as an inspiration to make movements. We watched the video showing  cave paintings of  Bhimbetka caves it made us  understand that cave paintings are a source for stories and movements. We also learnt how classical ballet evolved with time and had minor changes with change in lifestyle and working patterns   By:Kanav Agarwal MYP 1B