PYP Question & Answer by Anika Smit https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d Hello again grade 5's. We have taken a look at all your questions and tried our best to answer all of them. We hope these help! en-us 2022-01-19 05:42:23 UTC 2022-01-21 17:38:25 UTC hello@padlet.com "How hard will it be?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999619940 If you are already a hard worker in grade 5 and you continue working hard going into grade 6 then you will see it isn't that hard. Also because it is your first year as a MYP student the work will not be too hard because you guys still have to get used to everything. ]]> 2022-01-19 05:54:20 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999619940 "My question is that what app will we use to do our homework?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999622644 For each subject there will be different apps that you will use which your teachers will introduce to you, but you also have to sometimes do your homework in your books. ]]> 2022-01-19 05:56:43 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999622644 ⭐Top Tips⭐ anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999628663 - Always try to bring your device fully charged to school.

-Try to complete your homework on time (if you really cant then talk to your teachers, they will help you.)

-If you get lost please ask any other teacher or older student where you are and where your class is. They will be happy to help.

-Remember, yes it can be scary going into MYP but you all have a lot to look forward to!

- In grade 6 we sometimes find it hard to ask questions when we are in class. Remember your teachers want you to ask as many questions as you can because there will always be someone else in the class with the same question as you. 

-Remember no one gets a 100% in their first test, you have a new grading system which will you will get used to so take your time and try your best.

-Have fun! 😁

]]> 2022-01-19 06:02:16 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999628663 "How many breaks do you have and how long are they?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999632129 Everyday (but not Friday) we have 2 breaks. Our first break is a short one which is 20 minutes. Then later we have our second break which is a long one and is 40 minutes. 

On Friday because it is a short day we only have 1 break which is 40 minutes.]]> 2022-01-19 06:05:11 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999632129 "How is it like to be in grade 6, how much busier is it than Grade 5?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999635381 Grade 6 will be a little confusing at first but overall it is one of the most fun years to be in. It will be busier than grade 5 because you will have more subjects but if you work hard in school and stay on top of your homework then it will be completely fine. ]]> 2022-01-19 06:07:48 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999635381 "Will we do science experiments with fire?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999637618 You will do some experiments with fire but only in higher grades but don't worry there are some fun experiments you will do in grade 6 (they remain a secret until then). ]]> 2022-01-19 06:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999637618 "Is everyone more strict?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999642130 No- All of the teachers are friendly and understanding. (Do not take advantages of this!) Some are a little strict but only about work. ]]> 2022-01-19 06:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999642130 "Are we going to be walking from class to class on our own?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999644926 Yes- Each student gets a timetable with their classes for the week and a location to where the classes are. 

Also, you might get lost. It happens to everyone and is normal. But do not worry if you ask any other teacher or older student where to go they will be happy to tell you. ]]> 2022-01-19 06:15:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999644926 "Will we be able too choose the classes that we want?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999772167 In grade 6 you will have an option to choose between if you want to learn French or Spanish. Other than that you are required to do all subjects and in grade 9 you can choose more of your subjects. ]]> 2022-01-19 07:44:04 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999772167 "My question is what work that we will be doing in grade 6?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999777550 You will continue to develop the skills you learnt in grade 5 and in new subjects like Design and I.T they will teach you the basics on the different computer programs and how to use different tools in the workshop. ]]> 2022-01-19 07:46:53 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999777550 "Is it hard to learn there?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999780344 No- It is really easy to learn in the MYP because you have more teachers and older students who can help you and they teach you one step at a time to make sure everyone understands.]]> 2022-01-19 07:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999780344 "Is MYP hard and do we really focus when we go to grade six, does anything change?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999784224 Yes- as you go into older grades you will find them harder than the ones before but that's how the MYP works. What has to change is your way of thinking, if you continue working hard and making time to relax as well you will not be over stressed so then it will still be fun. ]]> 2022-01-19 07:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999784224 "Do we have any other subjects that we do not have in grade 5 , if so then what are the subjects ?" (+All other subject related questions) anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999794527 Same subjects: Math, Arabic, English, Art, Music, PE, Science

New Subjects: I.T (working with computers), D.T (working with tools and wood), Drama, Spanish or French

In the arts: classes will take turns learning about Music, Drama and Art. (Every few months they swap.)

In science you will learn about: Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Every few months they swap.)

]]> 2022-01-19 07:56:21 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999794527 "What kind of learning will we get to do (group, solo, both)?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999798611 For most classes you will do both. In science we do experiments together but normal work is mostly alone. ]]> 2022-01-19 07:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999798611 "Will we have to go through a strict routine in grade 6?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999802613 Depends on you- If you make a routine for yourself after school, you come home and rest and then give a few hours to do homework during the week then you will be able to enjoy the rest of your day and your weekends without needing to worry about school work. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:00:54 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999802613 " Will we be able to adapt to that program easily and those subjects?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999806110 You will easily be able to adapt to the new program and subjects because it is only your first year, all your teachers will take you through everything step by step. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999806110 "Do we have to bring our own books" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999811270 Books will be given to you by your teachers. Remember to bring your book and device with you every time you have a class.]]> 2022-01-19 08:05:36 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999811270 "Will we need to bring our laptops and iPads? What apps will we need to use? Where will the classroom area be?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999815839 Yes- you will need to bring your devices with you everyday. The teachers will introduce you to all the apps you will use so do not worry about it yet. Your classrooms will be in every building. Each building is for a different subject so you will be walking to a different building to your different subject everyday. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:08:04 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999815839 "How will it be like?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999819709 Fun, Different and a little scary.
But that is completely normal every new grade 6 student feels this way and the current grade 6 students are all happy and saying they really enjoy MYP. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999819709 "My question for the grade 6 is do you do coding in school?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999824048 You do not learn coding until you are in higher grades but if you ask your I.T teacher (computer teacher) about it he will be more than happy to teach you.]]> 2022-01-19 08:12:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999824048 "where are my classes?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999827334 Everywhere!!- Your classes will all be in different buildings so you will have to walk to a new building when you go to a different class. (You will get used to it eventually) ]]> 2022-01-19 08:14:33 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999827334 "i wondor how we will now wich building is which to go to our next class?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999832163 Each building has a label on it (for example: building H or building F) 

On the timetable you will get it will say the building your class is in as well as your class number. Class numbers are shown outside the door of the classroom in every building.]]> 2022-01-19 08:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999832163 "Is grade 6 a lot harder than grade 5?Do we still have 2 45 minute breaks?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999835230 Grade 6 is very different from grade 5 but not a lot harder and no sadly our breaks are shorter now. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999835230 "I wonder if switching classes are going to be different." anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999840651 It will be very different but it is also nice because it gives you a few minutes to go outside and get some fresh air and stretch your legs before going to your next class. ]]> 2022-01-19 08:21:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/1999840651 "How hard is it? Do we do fun things?" anikasmit2 https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/2005477189 If you work hard then grade 6 will be more fun than hard. You do many fun things in grade 6 because you have more options (subjects). Now you are able to have fun in different types of subjects and ALL your teachers are friendly and fun so do not worry. ]]> 2022-01-21 17:27:47 UTC https://padlet.com/anikasmit2/jlghhulcwbi7yy6d/wish/2005477189