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Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Show and tell how a mathematical answer was found using objects, drawings, and spoken words

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Make sense of a problem by identifying what is being asked, choosing concrete objects or pictures to represent the situation, and explaining a pathway to the…

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Use objects, drawings, or simple number sentences to represent a real-world situation (early mathematical modelling)

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Notice simple patterns and structures: spot that changing order doesn't change the total, and recognise how numbers relate to each other

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Use mathematical words carefully when counting, comparing, and describing shapes and positions

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Move between a real-world situation and a mathematical representation using concrete objects, drawings, diagrams, tables, number sentences, or bar models

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Notice when a calculation or pattern repeats and use this to count more efficiently or predict results

Mathematics // Mathematical Thinking

Select and use familiar tools (concrete objects, fingers, ten frames) to help solve a mathematical problem

English // English Thinking

Understand that reading is about making meaning, not just saying words correctly — a text that can be decoded but not understood has not been read

English // Reading Comprehension

Predict what might happen next in a story based on what has been read so far; discuss the significance of titles and events

English // Reading Comprehension

Check that text makes sense while reading and self-correct inaccurate reading by re-reading or using context

English // Reading Comprehension

Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in familiar stories; identify similarities and differences between two texts on the same topic

English // Reading Comprehension

Link what is read or heard to own experiences; draw on background knowledge and vocabulary to support understanding of texts

English // Reading Comprehension

Participate in discussions about what is read, taking turns and listening to others; explain understanding clearly; actively engage in group reading activities

English // Speaking & Listening

Use spoken language to develop understanding through speculating, hypothesising, imagining, and exploring ideas; use strategies to build vocabulary through talk

English // Writing Composition

With teacher guidance, re-read own writing aloud to check it sounds right; listen and respond to questions and suggestions from teacher or peers to add detail…

Science // Scientific Inquiry

Ask simple scientific questions and recognise that they can be answered in different ways including observation, testing, and research

Personal & Social Development // Self-Awareness

Notice what you are feeling and put a name to it — being able to label an emotion is the first step to understanding and managing it

Learning to Learn // Learning to Learn

Ask for help when you've had a go yourself and are still stuck — knowing when to ask is a skill in itself

Learning to Learn // Learning to Learn

Keep trying when something feels hard — making mistakes and trying again is how learning happens

Learning to Learn // Learning to Learn

After finishing a task, look back at what you did and ask yourself: does this seem right?