Critical Thinking Games and Show-and-Tell (15 and 16 November 2007)

After the exam, we had an interesting hands-on activity. Pupils had to use match sticks to solve a pattern with a challenge. The fastest group to solve the puzzle was awarded 3 stars for their group. This activity is an excellent post-exam game as it triggers critical and logical thinking in our pupils.

On the last day of school, pupils did a Show-and-Tell. They could bring their pets (except big animals), or their favourite items (such as books and toys) for this activity. After a pupil had done a show-and-tell, other pupils asked him/her question about the item. By doing a show-and-tell, their confidence level is increased. In addition, this activity gives them an excellent opportunity to practise their public-speaking skills. :)

14 November - Acrostic Poem on Elephants

Pupils had a lot of fun and excitement on Wednesday. After watching a documentary video on Thai elephants, pupils were given a task. In their groups, they had to create an acrostic poem on "Elephants". I am glad that my pupils had tapped on the useful information from the video in their poem. This acrostic poem group activity has given my pupils a great opportunity to practise their writing, speaking and oral presentation skills. Their level of creativity can be heightened as well. :)

9 November 2007 - Show-and-Tell of Book Review

On 9 November 2007, pupils did a show-and-tell with their group members. They were given a storybook last week and they had to write a Book Review based on the book. In their Book Review, they have to tell their classmates the title of the book, the author, the genre of the book, their favourite character and lastly the summary of the book. After each pupil had presented to their group members, each group will nominate a best representative to present his/her Book Review to the class. Pupils enjoyed this Show-and-Tell as they had the opportunity to recommend the books they had read to their peers. Show-and-Tell is also an excellent strategy for pupils to practise their reading and speaking skills. :)