Inquiry - Predators.

In inquiry , we are focusing on sustainability (Air pollution , deforestation , overpopulation). The topic we are learning right now is the top predators. I chose the red fox , one of the highest predators around.

When I was looking for information about red foxes I found this - 

The red fox eats a wide variety of foods. It is an omnivore and its diet includes fruits, berries, and grasses. It also eats birds and small mammals like squirrels, rabbits and mice. A large part of the red fox's diet is made up invertebrates like crickets, caterpillars,grasshoppers, beetles and crayfish.

And ----- 
Jaroslav Cervený spent two years studying red foxes in the Czech Republic, and his team observed 84 foxes perform almost 600 mousing jumps.

Here is my slide - 

PE Athletics Pratice

When we were practising for athletics , we learnt some skills along the way. 

Shotput -  In shot put , you launch the shot by resting the shotput near your chin and shoulder as well as putting your hand out to aim. When you throw , you slightly tilt and release. 

If you stand over the line , you are disqualified. When your ready to throw , your hand stretches out and you let go. After everyone has gone , the teacher/starter will blow a whistle to let you know that you can collect your shotput.     Here is an example of how you launch/hold the shotput

Discus - 

Discus is just like shotput , but the shape/weight/launch/hold is different. 

In discus , you put your fingertips underneath the discus while the palm of your hand is covering the top. Your other hand will be resting underneath. (Make sure you fingertips are firm underneath otherwise it may be a bit hard to hold) 

Since one of your hands are underneath , you will lunge down still holding the discus with your fingertips. When doing this , you will lunge down 3 times. On 3 you lunge fast back up. Once your up , your discus will be thrown. 

It may tend to roll or bounce. But you're counted when it hits the ground , not when it stops rolling/bouncing. 

Rules - 

Boys - If they want a point , they must throw it past 10-11m 
Girls - If they want a point , they must throw it past 8-9m
                                     Here is an example of discus 

   

Long Jump - 

In long jump , you wait in a line for each person to go. You try your hardest to reach far. 

When you are long jumping , never walk back through the sand. If you do it will count the last step you take before getting out. You have to walk off to the side. 

If you really want to get far , you would have to go quite fast to slip and land on your chin. If you land on your chin , they will count from there. 

But.. IF you fall backwards , they will count it from your head. 


The best way to help get far , is too use your hands. Usually , you would jump into the pit with the foot that is comfortable to use. (Left/right) 

Never jump at the end of the grass area (The ledge before you jump into the pit). As it can be hard and you can fall easily. 
                              Here is an example for long jump