Thursday, September 23, 2021

Episode 12 - Is it ok to lie? The Three Billy Goats Gruff

So, in the comments let us know a situation where you think it is ok to lie. You have to prove that the good that will come from the lie will outweigh anything bad that might happen from the lie.

ako

If you're not too familiar with the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff you can read or listen to a version of it here.

hanga

Option 1: Write an alternative ending where none of the goats had to lie, they all survived AND the troll got to eat something for breakfast.

Option 2: Write the story from the troll's perspective. After all, he was just sleeping and trying to eat in order to survive. Did he deserve to get washed away to sea?

Option 3: Re-write the story with different characters. A bit like Axel did.

Option 4: Retell the story as an animation. This Cybersmart Challenge will help you animate.

tohatoha

Share your ideas about when it's ok to lie, with your justification, in the comments section.

If you have had a go at one of the create tasks then share it on your blog. You could even comment below and share the link to your post with your creation. Here's a video of how to add a link in a comment.

Monday, September 20, 2021

Episode 11 - Who is the baddie? Hansel and Gretel


So who is the biggest baddie in the story? Leave a comment below and remember to include your reasons. Still want more mahi? Have a go at...

ako

If you're not too familiar with the story of Hansel and Gretel you can read or listen to a version of it here.

hanga

Option 1: Design a new solution to Hansel and Gretel's problem of either getting lost in the forest or being trapped by the witch. You could draw or explain on paper or a Google Drawing.

Option 2: Write the story from one of the other 'baddie's' perspectives. Is there a reason why they acted the way they did? Maybe they're not so bad after all?

Option 3: Retell the story as an animation. This Cybersmart Challenge will help you animate.

tohatoha

Share your ideas about who the main baddie is and explain your thinking in the comments section.

If you have had a go at one of the create tasks then share it on your blog. You could even comment below and share the link to your post with your creation. Here's a video of how to add a link in a comment.


Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Episode 10 - Guest Host

Kia ora koutou. It's been a while! I'm happy to hand over to Neha from Hay Park for this latest episode. Please leave her some feedback in the comments section. If it inspires you to have a go yourself then check out the four podcasting lessons on the Ako Hiko blog

Sunday, June 13, 2021

Episode 9 - Student Toolkits

This term we had over 200 students take part in our Student Toolkits at Owairaka School. You can see the toolkit presentations on our website but let's hear what the students thought about it...

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Episode 8 - Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa

It was amazing to see how Samoan Language Week was being celebrated in different schools this week.

Leave us a comment with something you learnt or your favourite facts about the Samoan language or culture.


Saturday, April 10, 2021

Episode Six - Poetry Slam 2021

Kia ora koutou podcast people. This episode of the podcast focuses on the second annual Ako Hiko Poetry Slam. You can have a look at the Poetry Slam on the Ako Hiko website. You can even enter a poem if you'd like! On the site you'll also find this sheet where you can view all the poems that were entered and leave some lovely feedback for our poets. Below I've also put a link to blog posts from all the students who shared their poems on this episode. Enjoy!