Reception: Exploring the Snow
Our Reception children enjoyed exploring the snow today. They worked together in small groups to build snowmen! They collected resources for the arms and they all had carrots for their noses. The children also found some icicles so we looked closely at them and how they had formed. It was also wonderful to look around at the winter sight and really feel the snow too. Our world is beautiful in all types of weather and what a treat we all had this morning.
Year 1- Smoothie Bike
Yesterday, Year 1 took part in the smoothie bike experience with Aspens Catering. The children discussed different types of fruits that they liked and learned how many portions of fruit and vegetables they should eat every day. The children then helped to put the different fruits, yogurt and honey into the blender before using a special bike (with a helping hand from Donna) to blend the ingredients to create three delicious smoothie drinks. Last of all, they sampled their creations.
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Year 3- D.T-Pinning and cutting fabric using a template
Today in DT, the children continued developing their skills by carefully pinning and cutting fabric using festive templates such as baubles, stockings, gingerbread men, and Christmas trees. These designs will create a wonderfully aesthetic and festive look.
Year 2 - Sewing practice
In preparation for making our Christmas hand puppets, we began to practice a running stitch. We will be using a running stitch to join our two pieces of material. It was very difficult to thread the needle and tie a knot. A lot of perseverance and resilience was required, everyone had a really good go and I was impressed with our textiles skills!
Seasonal Stockings Session 2 - Can I explore different ways to join fabric using sewing skills?
In our second DT session, we looked at the different sewing stitches, how to thread a needle and joined two pieces of fabric together using a sewing stitch. The children showed great perseverance and determination as many found it difficult to thread the needle at the start! Eventually, the children selected the sewing stitch that they preferred and got to work joining the two pieces of fabric together. Some children even managed to get on to creating their very own stocking design so hopefully, next week, we can begin on the wonderful seasonal stockings that the children will be making for our Christmas Fair.
Reception: Birthdays
As part of our celebrations topic, we are focussing on birthdays this week. The children have enjoyed making birthday cards, birthday cakes, bracelets and birthday crowns too. They have been focussing on their fine motor skills to complete their challenges and also have been working really hard when writing their names. Well done!
Year 4 DT - Seasonal Stockings
In our DT session this week we started our Seasonal Stockings . We focused on visual appeal and function. The children looked at lots of sample stockings , identifying which designs they preferred and why. We also highlighted different types of stitching and which is most suitable for their stocking for durability. We also gave the children time to select their felt colours for their design so we can begin to cut out the templates and create our own designs.
Reception: Bonfire and Firework Safety
This week the children in Reception have been learning all about Bonfire night. They learnt how Guy Fawkes planned to kill the king using gunpowder. His plan failed and we now celebrate Bonfire night to remember. The children have learnt how to keep safe around bonfires and fireworks. We then created bonfires using playdough and fireworks using pens, pegboards, sand and paint.
Lego Club
Everyone had a great time at our first Lego After School Club. It was lovely to have a mixture of ages all laughing, chatting and making together. We have some real Lego Masters. We will continue making more Lego models next week!
Reception: Dough Disco
Our Reception children have been developing their fine motor skills today. Their hands have been getting stronger by completing a dough disco activity. This really helps them to get ready to hold a pencil and form letters accurately.
Year 1 D&T- Sliding Mechanisms
In D&T this week, Year 1 created their own moving mechanisms. Their models showed a rabbit coming out of a hat (up and down) and a car moving along a road (forwards and backwards). They worked incredibly hard to do this independently and their models were a success. Year 1 will be using these skills when they make their Christmas themed moving picture books in a couple of weeks.
Reception: Diwali
Reception have been learning all about Diwali this week. Diwali will be celebrated by Hindus on Thursday and we are looking forward to teaching the school about it on Thursday. The children learnt about Rama and Sita and how Diwali is the festival of light. They have made Rangoli patterns, cards, Mendhi, diva lamps and cards. The children have also learnt a special song all about Diwali.