Students from Clare, Millaroo, Airville and Maidavale state schools are putting their English skills on full display, literally. From November 30 to December 11, the Burdekin Library will showcase a range of projects created by Prep to Year 6 students, each exploring the subject of natural disasters.
The display, part of the Small Schools' English cirriculum, focused on teaching students how to create information reports. Younger students in Prep to Year 2 selected a type of natural disaster to study, while Years 3 to 6 chose a specific event, such as Cyclone Tracy. Students researched causes, effects, safety measures, and historical examples, presenting their findings through posters, dioramas, and PowerPoint presentations.
Clare State School Principal Troy Patti said the display gives students a real purpose for their writing and motivates them to better engage with the content.
“It gives them a desire to learn about [the subject], so they’re going to work harder, produce better work, and it’s something that is appealing to them as well," he said.
"I’ve never seen kids so interested in having their work displayed, in completing their work. We had one of our preppies just finish his work today…he was so excited to go and show the other kids."
Patti also said the project is a great way to foster lighthearted collaboration between students and their families.
“Parents get in on it as well. They’ve assisted their kids with some dioramas or little displays at home. It’s provided a topic, a talking opportunity for the kids and parents at home to engage in what we’re doing in English in a fun way.”
By fusing research, creativity, and hands-on presentation, Clare State School’s English unit teaches students about natural disasters while building pride and enthusiasm, with the library display giving the community a chance to see and celebrate their hard work.
From November 30 to December 11, the Burdekin Library will showcase a range of projects created by Prep to Year 6 students, each exploring the subject of natural disasters. Photo supplied
"I’ve never seen kids so interested in having their work displayed, in completing their work," said Clare State Principal Troy Patti
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