Core Skills Analysis
Mathematics
- Arrie practised counting and comparison during the dice game by trying to roll the highest number and tallying the results.
- She used early data-handling skills by keeping track of outcomes, which supports simple recording and pattern noticing.
- Her session included time awareness and sequencing (morning class, lunch, afternoon play), helping her understand parts of a day.
- Arrie also experienced real-life problem solving when deciding when to switch activities and manage waiting for the wifi to turn on.
Science
- Arrie explored cause-and-effect through slime making, clay play, dye washing, and movement games.
- She observed how materials change shape and texture when handled, mixed, or washed away.
- Her exercise session with Matt included body movement, balance, and coordination, linking to physical science and body awareness.
- When she fell over and then re-regulated, she learned about body signals, safety, and how movement can affect mood and energy.
English
- Arrie strengthened oral language by talking with SWs, Sarah (Mo), and a friend during video calls.
- She showed self-expression and identity through her created videos, explaining that she liked her voice, humour, and communication style.
- Arrie practised turn-taking and social communication by asking for privacy when speaking with her friend and by joining positive conversations.
- Her participation in karaoke and video creation supported confidence using voice, performance, and audience awareness.
Health and Personal Development
- Arrie worked on emotional regulation, recovering after a fall and re-engaging in activities after becoming dysregulated.
- She practised self-care by washing dye off her arms, legs, and face with support from SW.
- Arrie learned about boundaries and safety in relationships when SW modelled limits around matches and unsafe play.
- She showed growing social awareness by discussing feelings about a family loss and a conflict with a friend while staying engaged with support.
Tips
Arrie would benefit from a mini reflection routine after active days: talk or draw about the best moment, the hardest moment, and what helped her stay regulated. You could also extend learning with a simple tally chart or graph of favourite activities from the day (Roblox, dice, karaoke, outside play, slime), which would build maths links and decision-making. For language development, Arrie could make a short voice recording or video diary describing what she did and how she felt, then retell it in order using time words like first, next, and last. To deepen self-management and safety learning, practice role-play scripts for asking for space, setting boundaries, and choosing safer alternatives when excited or upset.
Book Recommendations
- The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn: A comforting story about managing separation and feelings with support.
- Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse by Leo Lionni: A gentle story about friendship, identity, and wishing to be understood.
- When Sophie Gets Angry—Really, Really Angry... by Molly Bang: A classic picture book about big feelings and calming down.
Learning Standards
- Mathematics – Year 3 (AC9M3N01): Arrie’s dice game involved recognising numbers, comparing results, and tallying outcomes.
- Science – Pre-primary (AC9SPS01): She observed movement changes during dancing, dodgeball, and outdoor play, and noticed how actions affected her body and mood.
- English – Year 6 (AC9E6LY01): Arrie used spoken language in video calls, karaoke, and conversations to share ideas and connect with others.
- English – Year 6 (AC9E6LA05): Her video-making and discussion of humour/voice show awareness of how language and expression affect an audience.
- HASS/Health connection – Year 6 (WAHASS65, conceptually): Although not a history lesson, Arrie’s discussion of family change and relationships reflects understanding of personal and community experiences.
Try This Next
- Make a simple feelings-and-activities chart: list each activity and mark whether it felt calm, exciting, or tricky.
- Write 3 short questions: What made Arrie laugh? What helped her feel regulated? What was a safe choice?
- Draw a comic strip of the slime-making or karaoke moment with speech bubbles showing Arrie’s words.
- Create a dice tally worksheet: roll 10 times, record results, and circle the highest number.