Day 3: Groovy Man (The 1970’s)
Activity 1: Ready to Roll 
In the 1970s one of the most common television programmes was called ‘Ready to Roll.’ It was broadcast on Saturday afternoons and hosted by a man named Roger Gascoigne. During the show, Roger would introduce music videos and then play them for the TV audience. He also invited famous people to come onto the show and perform songs that were currently popular.
Watch the following three clips that were shown on the Ready to Roll programme:
When you have finished, rank the clips in order from your most favourite (#1) to your least favourite (#3). Post your rankings on your blog.
1. Ray Columbus and the Invaders
What I really liked about this song is that it felt alive and had a fun and happy beat. Plus the man that was dancing.
2. Golden Harvest
What a liked about this song is that it was really relaxing and touching. Plus it felt like it was from his heart to the girl he was singing it to.
3. New Zealand Underdogs
What I didn't like about this song was that it was slow I mean it was relaxing but like it was the same tune almost the whole way.
Activity 2: Bell Bottom Pants
Fashion in the 1970s was quite unique. Take a look at the pictures of a ‘typical’ 1970s outfit and tell us, on your blog, two things that you like about 1970s fashion and two things that you don’t like about the fashion of the day. I am not a huge fan of the patterned pants. What about you?
I don't like the girl on the right's pants.
What I liked:
What I liked about the men was their tight fitting shirts.
and what I like about the woman's wear is their colour coordinate I'v seen women nowadays wearing the same style except the bell bottom pants.
and what I like about the woman's wear is their colour coordinate I'v seen women nowadays wearing the same style except the bell bottom pants.
What I didn't like:
I don't like the men's tightsI don't like the girl on the right's pants.
Bonus Activity: A Bilingual Schooling System
For much of the past century, schools in New Zealand taught students in only one language – English. In 1972, Ngā Tamatoa member, Mrs. Hana Jackson, submitted a petition to Parliament to ask the government to include the teaching of Te Reo Māori (the Māori language) and Māori culture in New Zealand schools. We still use petitions to this day when we want an organisation (e.g. a school) to make a change.
Think about your school. What is one thing that you would like change. Would you like to learn about different things? Maybe you think school should only be open 3 days a week?
On your blog, write a letter to your principal to try and convince him/her to make the change. Ensure that your letter is polite and respectful.
Dear Mr. Coakley
I wish to put forward a few ideas for our school
1. Sport: Participate in more sport such as Soccer, Ripper Rugby, Rugby etc
Reward and acknowledge those who participate it will motivate and encourage
them to strive more and maybe this will be the future for them if not academically
then it's sport.
2. Music: To have more instrument classes during school hours. I say this because i'm
missing out on the Saturday morning classes due to other sport commitment.
3. School day out: Have two days or more out in a year such as Zoo, Kelly tartan, Beach/pool,
Movies etc.
Thank you for your consideration
From Opeti
Thank you for your consideration
From Opeti
Hi again Opeti, thanks for sharing your thoughts on the fashion in 1970's. I also found it appealing how the women were wearing bright colours, it looks good for the summer. For the men, I think their shirts are pretty cool but their pants are a bit strange, especially the man on the right.
ReplyDeleteWhich do you prefer, the fashion today or the fashion of 1970's?
Thanks, Billy
Kia Ora Opeti,
ReplyDeleteActivity 1: Ready to Roll.
Thanks for ranking the three video clips from the popular 1970s programme, Ready to Roll. It looks like a popular trend amongst students across New Zealand to pick Ray Columbus and the Invaders.
Which of their songs do you like best?
Bonus Activity: A Bilingual Schooling System.
I really respect your letter to your Principal! Particularly your reasoning behind your suggestions. For example, you ask that there be more opportunities to participate in sports, and that the students should be rewarded and acknowledged because you believe that it would increase motivation and for them to strive more. What a smart young individual you are!
I've really enjoyed reading your posts Opeti,
Keep it up!
Cheers,
Jordan.