Year 6 - Montreal Class
Welcome to Montreal Class
Year 6 Home Learning Summer 2020
Hello Montreal class!
I hope you and your family are keeping safe and well. The teachers at Jubilee have been working hard to ensure that you can continue learning at home during this challenging and unprecedented time. Please check our class page regularly as I will be uploading activities that you will be able to complete at home. The activities will not only help you to continue your learning, but also let you fill your days with some fun and engaging projects.
You have shown so much resilience this year in order to achieve your personal targets. Having witnessed your tremendous attitude in the classroom, I'm hoping that your loved ones are impressed with your dedication and patience during this peculiar situation. Please continue to treasure this special time with your family whilst ensuring that you remain focused as you have done this year.
Remain empathetic and tolerant of others who may feel stressed, and above all, show the very best version of yourself.
Stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives!
I hope to see you all soon to show our appreciation for those who are on the frontline,
Mr Llewelyn
You could have your work featured on our class page or gallery! If you would like to send us pictures of your wonderful projects, or have any questions, please contact us on year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com
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Home Learning w/c 13.7.20 (Final Week)
Mr Llewelyn's final reflection:
"I’ve always loved the first day of school better than the last day of term. Firsts are best because they are beginnings!” by Jenny Han who is a children’s author.
It is so true that the first day of school brings about memorable experiences like: first impressions, excitement and the annual question…what will this year have in store for me? The last day of term brings sadness and worry, but a beginning is just around the corner.
I hope you have enjoyed the time we spent together this year as much as I have enjoyed teaching you as an enthusiastic class! We have built strong foundations for yourselves to become lifelong learners and opportunities to reach your full potential.
Whilst you are off this summer, I hope you consider the first impressions you wish to make at your new school with all your teachers and other students. Being positive and thoughtful will allow you to be proactive when creating new friendships.
Good luck and seize every opportunity that your future has to offer,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - Transition, Maths and Foundation Subject
Transition: For your transition between Year 6 and Year 7, we have prepared a workbook for you to complete. This will allow you to talk through any concerns or questions you may have with your parents or carers. It has some ideas about how to deal with your anxieties or thoughts about secondary school. If you have any questions that your parents cannot answer, then please feel free to email us at year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com and we will respond as soon as we can.
Maths: In today's lesson, you will solve practical coordinate problems by looking for general rules relating to coordinates and then work on finding missing coordinates. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-solve-practical-coordinate-problems
Foundation: In this penultimate Spanish lesson, you will recap your previous learning, then you will be learning how to describe different types of weather in Spanish. For today's lesson, you will need some paper and a pen or pencil. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-be-able-to-describe-the-weather-in-spanish-0ab4ac
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In your final maths lesson, you will revise the names of the parts of 2-D and 3-D shapes, name 3-D and identify 2-D faces of 3-D shapes. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/coordinates-and-shapes-to-recognise-3-d-shapes
Foundation: Today, your final Spanish lesson will recap your previous learning, then learn how to say different places in a town or city. For this lesson you will need a pen and paper. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
Friday – Transition and Science
Transition: Your transition lesson today is a continuation of the 'Primary to Secondary Workbook' from Monday. During the week, you should have researched the information that you did not know on Monday about your chosen secondary school. If you have any questions that your research or parents cannot answer, then please feel free to email us at year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com and we will respond as soon as we can.
Science: In this final lesson, you will learn about the difference between physical changes and chemical reactions. You will learn about the particles in both of these types of change and the signs to look out for in a chemical reaction. You will need a pencil, a ruler and a piece of paper for this lesson. If you have baking soda and vinegar then you will need that for an investigation too, but don't worry you can still take part without these things. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
Home Learning w/c 6.7.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"The beautiful journey of today can only begin when we learn to let go of yesterday.” by Steve Mariboli who works as a life-changing speaker.
As you have two weeks left at Jubilee, it is fitting that you begin to think about the wonderful and treasured memories that you will hold on to for the rest of your lives; I still recall lots of different events from my time at primary school too!
The transition between year groups, schools and teachers can become emotional and sometimes overwhelming. But, you all have the strength to overcome change and establish yourself as a dedicated student ready for the next stage of your life.
Over the next few weeks, we will continue to plan more activities around how to deal future changes in order for you to feel comfortable and excited before you start your chosen secondary school in September.
Enjoy,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In this unit you will be describing coordinate positions on a grid. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-describe-coordinate-positions-on-a-grid
Foundation: In this lesson, you will recap your knowledge from previous lessons and you will build on your knowledge by learning the days of the week. You can then use this, as well as your previous knowledge of months and numbers, to say the date in Spanish! For this lesson you will need some paper and a pen or pencil to write down your new vocabulary. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/how-to-say-the-date-in-spanish-a06223
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In this unit you will be reflecting simple shapes. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-reflect-simple-shapes
Foundation: Today, you will recap your previous learning in Spanish and then learn how to answer the question ¿Dónde vives? and saying where you live in Spanish. For this lesson, you will need a pen and pencil and some paper, as well as another person or a cuddly toy to have a conversation with! The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/saying-where-you-live-in-spanish-f125c9
Friday - English and Science
Science: In this lesson, you will look at three different methods for separating mixtures: sieving, filtration and evaporation. You will learn when to use each one and plan your own experiment. You will need a pencil and a piece of paper for this lesson. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
Home Learning w/c 29.6.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” by Anne Frank, who inspirationally survived the Holocaust.
Everyone should welcome change as this leads to progress and opinion. It has been vital this week during our first full week back as a ‘bubble’. Our classmates have been enjoying themselves in the hot, sunny weather here at Jubilee whilst beginning to increase our workload back up to full capacity.
Further changes are forthcoming and will soon allow us more freedom within our community. I hope you continue to enjoy the activities that Mr Kolseth and I set as they reflect those completed in our classroom: you may not be here physically, but are definitely in thoughts and in memory.
Stay safe,
Mr Llewelyn
Maths: In this unit you will comparing and classifying quadrilaterals. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/compare-and-classify-quadrilaterals
Foundation: In the third lesson of our Spanish sequence, you will recap your numbers and alphabet, as well as saying your name and age in Spanish. You will then expand your number knowledge to learn the numbers up to 31 and the months of the year in Spanish, so that you can say the date of your birthday! For this lesson you will need some paper and a pen or pencil. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/saying-your-birthday-in-spanish-323843
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In this unit you will be calculating unknown angles in quadrilaterals. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/calculate-unknown-angles-in-quadrilaterals
Foundation: Today, you will build on your knowledge by learning to say how you feel in Spanish! For this lesson, you will need some paper and a pen or pencil to write down your new vocabulary. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/saying-how-you-feel-in-spanish-7cfd7d
Science: In this lesson, you will learn what happens to particles during dissolving. You will investigate what happens when you mix water with salt, sugar and sand. For this lesson, you will need a pencil and a piece of paper. If you would like to take part in the practical you will also need a glass of water and some sugar and salt. If you do not have these things then you can still take part in the lesson by watching the teacher's demonstration. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/explain-what-happens-to-particles-during-dissolving
Home Learning w/c 22.6.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eye!” by H. Jackson Brown Jnr. (inspirational American book author).
As each week passes by and the lockdown continues to be eased, we are seeing changes physically through our eyes but more importantly, we understand the meaning behind everything with our hearts.
This quote can also be said about our reopening: we are seeing more pupils return and understand the changes and measures with our hearts.
I hope you all continue to remain safe,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In this unit, you will be studying angles. You will deepen your understanding of angles by applying your understanding to find and calculate missing angles within diagrams and 2-D shapes. You will also consolidate your understanding of properties of shapes, comparing and classifying 2-D shapes. In today’s lesson, you will use algebra and bar models to represent problems and calculate missing angles. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/find-the-value-of-missing-angles
Foundation: To prepare you for secondary school and to further advance your knowledge of languages, we would like you to begin to learn Spanish. In this lesson, we are going to learn about where Spanish is spoken in the world as well as the Spanish alphabet and numbers 1-10. You will need some paper and a pen or pencil for this lesson. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/el-alfabeto-y-los-numeros-f6be74
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: In today’s lesson, you will compare and classify triangles, looking at how to recognise the different types of triangles and the sum of the angles in a triangle. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/compare-and-classify-triangles
Foundation: In your second Spanish lesson, you will recap learning about the alphabet and numbers: then you are going to learn how to greet people and introduce yourself too! You will also learn how to say your name and age in Spanish. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/introducing-yourself-in-spanish-7765f4
Friday - English and Science
Science: This week within our chemical and physical changes unit, we will represent the particles in pure substances and mixtures. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
Home Learning w/c 15.6.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"Coming together is the beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success!” by Henry Ford (founder of the Ford Motor Company).
This sentence can be directly linked to our class. We begin the academic year together, journey together throughout to make progress and learn together in order to succeed! This may have briefly stopped but this week we reopen the doors and enjoy the same process: beginning, staying and working together.
It will be terrific to see as many familiar faces as possible and enjoy retelling lockdown memories/stories in person. Having the time to share and enjoy company we have truly missed.
Stay safe and see you soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Using a clever and innovative app, Lewis has produced an awesome collage of him in lockdown!
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Friday - English and Science
Science: This week we will begin to look at chemical and physical changes. This week’s learning is based on solids, liquids and gases, more specifically regarding the particles involved. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/represent-the-particles-in-solids-liquids-and-gases
Home Learning w/c 8.6.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." By Benjamin Franklin (he is most famous for helping draft the Declaration of Independence for the United States of America and his work investigating electricity).
Firstly, this thoughtful quote highlights the importance that teachers have on young minds. It also explains why we, especially in primary schools, spend so much time building and constructing your own thoughts in order for you to learn.
I first came across this quote at the beginning of my teaching career: it was used to inspire and provide positivity. It truly reflects our human nature as we often have to repeat things, listen to someone to try and remember information, but also how including one another will create the strongest bond of all - which is togetherness!
With this in mind, I am thoroughly looking forward to seeing as many of my Montreal class next week as the school begins to allow our Year 6 pupils to return to their friends, learning and community.
Stay safe and see you soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 1.6.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” by A. A. Milne (from the author who wrote Winnie the Pooh).
This quote reflects the attitude of our key workers who are continuing to work tirelessly on the frontline. They epitomise the words 'brave, strong and smart' when dealing with the effects of our challenging situation. It also shows how characteristics can be hidden until they are truly needed: we continue to applaud your efforts!
I hope you have enjoyed a restful week, especially with the sun shining in all of its glory. I look forward to seeing you soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
How awesome does Michael's aeroplane look before he begins his DT challenge?
Friday - English and Science
Science: Continuing to consolidate your learning of our previous topic 'Evolution and Adaptation', we would like you to use the following link. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you. See how much you can remember from this topic.
Optional Half-term Home Learning w/c 25.5.20
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest of men.” by Roald Dahl.
With this week being half-term, I would like you all to relax, rest and reflect after a strange series of events. One of our favourite children’s authors further highlights to us that we should embrace the warm weather and celebrate with family.
Throughout this week, we have tried to raise awareness around mental health and wellbeing. Therefore, the activity packs for you to complete below are optional, as we would like you to reward your hard work with time off. Our dedicated and terrific staff here at Jubilee will also try to reenergise.
Please stay alert, protect yourselves and family before we hopefully see each other again soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Friday - English and Science
Science: Continuing to consolidate your learning of our previous topic 'Evolution and Adaptation', we would like you to use the following link. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you. See how much you can remember from this topic.
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"Golf is a good walk spoiled!"
by Mark Twain (an American author whose real name is Samuel Langhorne Clemens).
You all know that one of my favourite pastimes or sports is golf, due to the physical skill and mental side when playing each shot. However, with the lock-down restrictions easing, I was able to play a round with my brother (obviously keeping our distance). Words cannot explain the joy at not only playing golf, but seeing my brother...
This famous quote may soon be forgotten, as everyone will appreciate any form of exercise whilst being in our beautiful countryside. With this week being dedicated to mental health, being able to play has eased my anxieties and worries.
Please make sure that you do something this week which is positive and enjoyable for you!
Keep safe, alert and we'll see each other again soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Lewis' Lava Lamp
Science: Continuing to consolidate your learning of our previous topic 'Evolution and Adaptation', we would like you to use the following link. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you. See how much you can remember from this topic.
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"I've never claimed to be a great singer but I've always given my best, and I've loved what I've done and had a very good life!"
by Dome Vera Lynn (a London born singer known for her wartime songs to uplift the nation).
This quote resonated with me after reading it over several times: it does reflect many of our Jubilee Keys, but it also highlights the humility one might have after contributing so much to a community...and ultimately a nation.
Her infamous lyrics from the song, "We'll meet again," have been echoing around my flat for the past few days after the emotional and memorable VE Day celebrations. This truly remarkable woman sung to a nation struggling to remain positive during bleak times. We find ourselves battling against an invisible enemy whilst saying these words to loved ones and friends.
Having watched so many wonderful acts of kindness on television, and with the words 'We'll meet again' on everybody's lips, I'd like you to consider what you are doing to to unite your family or those around you in your community.
Stay safe and hopefully we'll see each other again soon,
Mr Llewelyn
Science: Continuing to consolidate your learning of our previous topic 'Evolution and Adaptation', we would like you to use the following link. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you. See how much you can remember from this topic.
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you have to put up with the rain!"
by Dolly Parton (an American country singer).
Rainbows are currently the symbol of those who we acknowledge as heroes and those who go above and beyond the call of duty: there seems to be an endless list of people who are placing themselves at the forefront of this war - we salute and appreciate your fine efforts!
It occurred to me that rainbows also appear after a storm. 'The storm', currently controlling our way of life and causing questions in how we may return, is that of the coronavirus. We are past the peak, according to the Government, and we wait until the rain stops to allow the sun to shine again on our lives.
I reiterate last week's message - to be patient. The rainbow will show itself soon. So, stay...safe...strong...and positive!
Mr Llewelyn
This week, Year 6 are including some links to the Oak National Academy website for some fantastic online resources. Just click on the links that are included below and you will be redirected to their website. The lessons consist of a short quiz to start, a video and a final set of questions. You may want to have a pen/pencil and paper handy to take notes and for any working out. If you have any problems accessing the lessons please email your teachers.
Three members of our class have already drawn their self-portrait...who do you think they are?
Maths: Below is the first of two interactive maths lessons. Both lessons are of a skill we worked so hard on in school and we were all so confident in. I thought it would be a good idea to recap the skill: adding and subtracting fractions. The first link is for adding fractions; remember the steps and the process we need to go through in order to achieve the skill.
Maths: Here is the second link, subtracting fractions. Remember to follow the same process for subtracting fractions that you used for adding fractions, just make sure you're taking away not adding as the final step.
https://www.thenational.academy/year-6/maths/subtract-fractions-year-6-wk2-4
Science: Below are two interactive lessons that will help to consolidate your learning of our previous topic, 'Evolution and Adaptation'. The lesson will begin with a short quiz, you will then be asked to watch a video (you may want to take notes) and then a second set of questions will be given to you. Don't feel like you have to do both lessons in one day. See how much you can remember from this topic, it seems so long ago that we learnt it but I'm sure you will do well.
Home Learning w/c 13.4.20
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Here you can see our Art activity 'The Scream' stunningly recreated by Harry, Lewis and Finley. As a replacement for white paint, Harry had to use toothpaste...I hope he's not using it as an excuse to not brush his teeth!!!
Friday - English and Science
Lewis has cleverly created a 5* Bug Hotel linked to our science activity this week.
Top insect joke of the week…why did the fly never land on the computer?
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It was afraid of the world wide web!!!
After working through the ratio questions from our Maths activity, Lewis found a pizza recipe to make a cheese, pepperoni and sweetcorn calzone. I reckon Lewis could go into the pizza business, especially if he wants to make some dough - £££!
Mr Llewelyn's weekly reflection:
"Attitude is a little thing that can make a big difference!"
by Winston Churchill (former British Prime Minister).
I read this quote last night and felt that it sheds some light into how we must keep adapting our lifestyles in order to bounce back, especially entering our fifth week of lock-down. Waking up each morning with positive mental thoughts can change the day for everyone in our family: we all love a routine but someone must have the drive and motivation to begin. Are you the motivator in your household?
Please remind yourselves to be patient during this time: whether it's with yourself (frustration at not completing something or not being allowed out) or even with family members. However, it is how we act and respond during this time that will be remembered! So, stay...safe...strong....and positive!
Mr Llewelyn
Sasha has sent in her possible holiday recommendations for this summer because of our cancelled Easter holidays. Both herself and Lewis have already typed up their animal descriptions of a hedgehog and an Arctic fox, utilising expanded noun phrases, relatives clauses and a semi-colon to link relevant independent clauses. It reminded me of the joke, "Why did the hedgehog cross the road?"
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To see his flatmate.
A few of the children have constructed musical instruments to annoy their siblings and parents with…sorry to noisy households!
Topic Brainstorm
Newsletter
Homework Menu
Feel free to look over the children's homework menu to see what different opportunities they have to further their learning and embed knowledge learnt at school. Homework is expected to be handed in by Friday, every week. We would like the children to select either a Maths or English homework alongside another subject each week. Therefore, two pieces of homework should be completed.
Autumn Term Topic 'World at War'
It has been a terrific few days and the children are beginning to settle into their expected routines. Here are a few examples of sketches to highlight the class' levels of expectation so far...
Whilst studying how light travels and that objects either give out or reflect light, the children created nets (similar to bird boxes) in order to prove that some objects are not light sources and we seem them due to reflected light.
The school had arranged CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) workshops for the children. The pupils listened attentively and enjoyed learning about strategies to deal with incidents such as bleeding, burns and difficulties when breathing.
The children have enjoyed PE lessons as they have built on skills previously taught in hockey. Following on from short demonstrations, they have managed to refine their talents.
As we begin our new writing unit based on Narnia, we have set the children the task of redesigning the wardrobe in which Lucy and the Pevensie children enter the magical world! Utilising skills in Art and DT, we hope that they can transfer cross-curricular skills in order to be successful.
Year 6 welcomed Private Billy into Jubilee this term. He showed us what it might have been like for soldiers in boot camp. He showed us artefacts from the First World War and even taught us the ways in which soldiers protected themselves from their enemies and the chemical weapons that were used.
As KS1 were using the hall for their Christmas rehearsals, we warmed up using some of the Just Dance routines. I’m sure you would agree that there are a few budding dancers in Montreal!
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We have focused heavily on mental health and personal well-being in English lately. The children have responded empathetically and reflectively in regards to how some characters hide and isolate themselves away from family and friends. Therefore, our pupils have created ways in which we can advertise, and apply different skills from English lessons, to persuade characters to address their negative thoughts and ‘break the chain’!
Spring Term Topic 'Running Wild'
To broaden the children’s awareness in science to how animals adapt and potential reasons for endangered animals’ numbers dwindling, the children were enthralled with a visit from Eagle Heights (which is a wildlife foundation located near Dartford).
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Within our recent English lessons, the children have learnt, retold and transformed the original story of 'A Lion in Paris' (which is written by Beatrice Alemagna) into their own. It is based on a lonely and curious creature who gets bored at home on his grasslands. This book was chosen by the children due to its cross-curricular links and transferable language from a plethora of subjects.
Please read the wonderful stories written by a selection of pupils. Unfortunately, we could not display all but they will be available for parents to view during Parents' Evening and within their Writing Portfolios for secondary school.
Spring Term 2 - Running Wild
Our PE lessons have been based on Outdoor Adventurous Activities this half-term. OAA has a strong focus on team work, resilience and enhancing leadership qualities. We asked the children to evaluate their own leadership qualities by running unstructured games for their peers. They assessed their communication skills, tolerance and overall leadership ability.
During 'British Science Week', we challenged the children to show and apply their knowledge of adaptation to see how animals evolve. The children recognised that most creatures adapt based on their colour, pattern, shape or habitat. It was difficult to find all the children's butterflies as they had camouflaged them to blend in with our classroom. Aren't they creative?
To ensure that our children can appreciate how science cannot only be based on knowledge but also fun, we invited a scientist to provide our pupils with imaginative experiments that they can complete at home, within a safe and controlled environment. You can witness for yourself the reaction it had on our students...
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