Notes
Connected Level 4 is for students at Reading Year Level 7-8 of the New Zealand Curriculum. The Connected series shows science, technology, and mathematics in the context of students’ everyday lives. The stories and articles are designed to appeal to students by reflecting their interests and experiences, expanding their knowledge and understanding, and engaging their imaginations. Teacher support materials providing background information for teachers, curriculum links, and ideas for classroom discussion and activities can be accessed at the website listed.Contents
Contents : Reconnecting the brain by Bronwen Wall [Dr Melanie Cheung describes how she brings aspects of her identity as Maori and her identity as a neurobiologist to the task of seeking solutions for people who live with Huntington's disease] -- Lighting the way with solar energy by Andrew and Anna Dickson [Tiny Tokelau is “lighting the way” for the use of renewable energy as a way of combatting global warming. It is a switch that has had significant economic benefits for Tokelau and has greatly improved the quality of people's lives] -- A sinking feeling by Ken Benn -- Don't sit if you want to keep fit by Neale Pitches.Additional Info
SET = 15 copies (Item #16421) Teacher notes are available on the website.
