📰 Part 1: Understanding News Articles

1. What makes a good news article? Circle all that apply:

Clear headline

True information

Made-up stories

Interesting facts

Respectful language

2. Match the news article parts with their meanings:

1. Headline

2. Introduction

3. Body

4. Conclusion

A. Main details and facts

B. Short title that grabs attention

C. Wraps up the story

D. First paragraph with key information

🌟 Part 2: Word Bank & Vocabulary

Christian Values Words: kindness, compassion, service, community, blessing, gratitude, stewardship, fellowship

Te Reo Māori:

• whakapono (faith) • aroha (love) • manaakitanga (hospitality) • whakatōhea (unity)

Afrikaans:

• nuus berig (news report) • gemeenskap (community) • waarheid (truth)

3. Fill in the blanks using words from the word bank:

Our school shows _____________ (aroha) when we help each other. Writing truthful news shows good _____________ (stewardship) of information.

📝 Part 3: Karakia for Writing

Karakia before writing:

"Kia tau te rangimārie ki a tātou katoa. May peace be with us all as we share our stories with truth and kindness."

4. Why is it important to say a karakia before writing news?

📰 Part 4: Step-by-Step Article Writing Guide

Step 1: Write Your Headline

Tips: Keep it short (5-8 words), make it interesting, tell what happened

Example: "Year 6 Students Plant School Garden"

5. Write a headline for a story about your class helping at a food bank:

Step 2: Write Your Introduction (First Paragraph)

Answer these questions: Who? What? When? Where? Why?

Example: "Twenty Year 6 students from Greenfield Primary planted vegetables in the school garden yesterday morning to provide fresh food for families in need."

6. Write an introduction for your food bank story:

Step 3: Write Your Body (Middle Paragraphs)

Include: More details, quotes from people, interesting facts

Example: "The students worked in teams of four. 'We wanted to show manaakitanga to our community,' said student leader Sarah. The garden will grow carrots, lettuce, and tomatoes."

7. Write body paragraphs for your food bank story (include a quote):

Step 4: Write Your Conclusion

Tips: Wrap up the story, mention what happens next

Example: "The students plan to harvest the vegetables in three months and donate them to local families."

8. Write a conclusion for your food bank story:

✏️ Part 5: Plan Your Own School News Article

9. Choose a school event to write about. Circle one:

Sports day

School concert

Fundraising event

Special visitor

Other: ________________

10. Plan your article by answering these questions:

Who was involved? ________________________________

What happened? __________________________________

When did it happen? ______________________________

Where did it happen? _____________________________

Why was it important? ____________________________

11. Write your complete news article using the 4-step guide:

🌈 Part 6: Reflection & Christian Values

12. How can writing truthful news articles show Christian values?

13. Draw a picture of people reading your news article and feeling happy:

Remember: Good journalists write with aroha (love), truth, and respect for their community. Your words can bring people together and share God's blessings!