Fire Truck Origami

Wednesday (01/08/2012)

a)      Fire Truck.

l       After going through some vocabulary wordlist, we did an origami of Fire Truck.

l       Each kid was given a rectangle red paper. They fold it to make a square. Then, they cut the excess paper. Next, they unfold and fold the paper into half to get the middle creased line. Next, kids made 2 long triangles on the lower part. These will be the wheels.

l       After that, they turn the paper the other side. Fold the top down till the middle creased line. Next, fold a small triangle at corner angle. Fold it another time. This will be the driver’s window.

l       Next, kids pasted the openings with double sided tape so that they are firm.

b)      Decoration.

* Kids drew parts of a Fire Truck onto the origami paper. Example: the driver, the rescue dog, the ladder, the water hose, the axes, the water tank, the siren, the engines and the wheels. Not forgetting the headlights and the emergency number”999”.

Fire Trucks

Monday (30/07/2012)

a) Riddles.
* I am big,I love red,Iclimb up to save people in high buildings, I go....."Eeeww....Eeewww....Eeewww....", Ilive in the Fire Station. What am I?
* I go fast at emergency, I have 4 wheels or more, I have ladders on me, I put out fire with water. What am I?
Answer: Fire Truck.

b) The Emergency Procedure.
* When someone calls the Fire Station at 999 or 994, an operator will answer. He will ask for the address of the fire occurence. Then, it would ring the alarm as to alert his fire fighters who might be sleeping at night or doing their duties at day time. Theyu would immediately changed into their uniform with helmet and wear their boots. 
* Next, they would hop into the truck. Kids asked will the fire truck runs out of petrol. Firefighters are always cautious at checking their trucks and equipment to be in good condition. 
* Then, upon reaching the spot, they would look for the water pump so that they could connect to the hose and squirt water to put out the fire. In some situations, they pumped in water from lake, pond or river.

c) A Fire Truck.
* I drew a huge Fire Truck on the whiteboard. We learnt the different tools carried on a Fire Truck.
* A Fire Truck may have 4 or 6 wheels depending on its size. It has got sirens, headlights. I carries a long ladder. It has got long water hoses. It has got tools including axes, big metal scissors cutter, rope and etc. Firefighters also wear a mask and breathing equipment to protect themselves.

d) Song: The Fire Truck Song.
* Kids loved this song.

Hurry, hurry, drive the fire truck
Hurry, hurry, drive the fire truck 
Hurry, hurry, drive the fire truck
Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding!

Hurry, hurry, turn the corner
Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding!

Hurry, hurry, climb the ladder
Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding!

Hurry, hurry, squirt the water
Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding!

Slowly, slowly, back to the station
Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding!

Transportation Craft

Thursday (26/07/2012)

a)      The Design.

* We discussed a few shapes of types of transporations. I drew them on the board. Half of the kids have brought boxes from big to small for this craft. They have to design their transport first. Then, paste them together. Then, only take the sate sticks to measure the steel of the car wheels. Next, they cut the cardboard wheels. Although they were quite hard, most kids surprisingly could cut them including Yu Xi. The others, I helped them to cut. We need thick cardboard wheels in order for them to roll.

The Monster Motorbike.

Monday (23/07/2012)

a)      The Monster Motorbike.

l       After Wushu lesson, we immediately got hold of our Wushu teacher so that he could share about his bike. We then discussed and make comparisons to Teacher Yap’s normal motorbike.

A normal motorbike. * RM5 per full petrol tank. * It has manual starter using foot energy to start the engine. * Only a piston; thus not that powerful. * Smaller battery and engine. * A smaller seat. * The tyres are not narrower; sufficient for the motorbike’s weight. * Teacher Yap has a container at its back seat to keep her helmet.

A Monster Bike. * RM18 per full petrol tank. * It has automatic starter. * It has 2 pistons in its engine; thus more powerful. * It has bigger battery and engine. * The seat is bigger and more comfortable. * The tyres are broader and more stable. * Wushu teacher wears a covered helmet and a fluorescent vest for safety measure. * Its headlight is bigger.

b)      Motorbike (Motorcycle) Evolution.

l       The early bicycles were known as Boneshakers. 1885 marked the first motorbike invented by Daimler. It looked similar to a bicycle except that it has a small engine powered by petrol. However, most of it was wooden made. Thus, it wasn’t comfortable and its engine wasn’t that of good quality.

l       In 1900, Thomas motorbike included a motor which improved the motorbike journey.

l       The 1918 motornbike was more popular because the engine was easier to maintain.

l       The 1920 was Indian Daytona Twin and was one of the fastest racing motorbikes at that time.

l       The 19306Harley-Davidson was the favourite monster motorbike because of its design and comfort.

l       Other bikes: Indian Chief which had a bigger passenger seat by the side, Motorcross motorbikes and also scooters which were favourites among ladies.

A Motorbike Tour

Friday（20/07/2012）

a)      Trishaws.

l       We learnt and observed trishaws from around the world. There was China Trishaw, Malacca Trishaw, Penang Trishaw and Singapore Trishaw.

l       China Trishaw has 2 big wheels with a person to pull in front. The puller stand in front of the passengers. The Penang Trishaw rider sits behind the passenger, He gets to ride the bicycle trishaw. The Melaka and Singapore Trishaw bicycle is beside the passengers.

b)      Motorbike parts.

l       We were so happy to borrow Teacher Yap’s motorbike. Hers is Modenas, a Malaysia product.

l       Parts included: handle, steering, brake, signals, choke, gear, oil accelerator pedal, wheels, chain, tyres, petrol tank, plug and the motorbike stand.

l       We compared it to both cars and bicycles. Basically, a motorbike is similar to a bicycle with engine.

c)       Riding a motorbike.

* I rode on the motorbike fetching the kids! They really thought it was a superb ride!

Volkswagen Beetle Car.

Thursday (19/07/2012)

a)       Vocabulary Recap.

l       We recapped words that we have learnt. As we read, sometimes kids would ask the definition if they have forgotten about it. Among words: transportation, car, bicycle, petrol, Proton, Perodua and etc.

b)      Picture Drawing: Beetle Car.

l       We didn’t really have the time to draw a Volkswagen Beetle Car. Kids asked if they could learn to draw it. Thus, I drew a big VW Beetle Car while the kids observed. I labeled the parts with kids’ help. By this time, most kids were confident at sketching this picture. In fact, at times; when I don’t draw that nicely; they would comment on my picture. They would also tell me if I could improve on certain parts! It’s really fun drawing with kids!

c)       Play Time!
* We discussed on changing the playground into a street play! First, we thought of making road dividers. Hiro suggested small chairs. Then, we thought that benches would be better! Then, we thought of names of buildings including shopping mall, petrol station, mechanic workshop, hospital, restaurants, Police Station and etc. Kids also suggested the school fountain to be Genting Highlands. Next, kids chose the roles they wanted to be. Some were bicycle riders, some were car drivers, on e was a thief, some operate shops while some were the traffic police. 
* We arranged the items at the playground and of course, kids just loved this play!

A Sedan Chair

Wednesday (18/07/2012)

a)      Vocabulary Recap.

l       We read words that we have learnt. Among: car, racing car, sports car, wheels, tyre, honk, wiper, brake, handbrake, hood, engine, battery, unicycle, bicycle, tricycle, Tandem bicycle and etc.

b)      Why Bicycle?

l       We brainstormed the functions.

1)      For sightseesing.

2)      To carry people and things as a transportation.

3)      For sellers to sell things.

4)      For exercising.

5)      For charity purpose. Some people cycled around the country or a long distance to collect donation for a good cause.

6)      Bicycle racing.

c)       Sedan Chair.

l       In the past, when wheels weren’t invented yet, people use a carrier or rather known as “Sedan Chair” to carry Kings, Queens or even brides.

Shawn: How did they carry?     Wei Lok: Is it heavy?

l       They attached long wooden poles to the chair or carrier.

Yee Xuan: How about if it is too heavy?

l       Well, more people need to carry the rider then!

d)      Game: Sedan Chair.

* 3 people needed for this game. 2 stronger people squat and hold each other’s arms. The third person would sit in between their arms. He or she has to be lighter! The kids discussed among themselves of who they want to lift! Teams that have got problems required my assistance. Well, Yu Xi and Jia Jia are really strong. They were able to lift the 6 years old! …….phew!