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Volcano Part 1
As part of their Topic work on dinosaurs and their Science subject on habitats, Year 1 and 2 have been thinking about where dinosaurs may have lived. Following their discussions, during their Art lesson, they used recyclable paper to create a structure and paper mache to create a volcano. They also enjoyed using toy dinosaurs to press onto salt dough to make 'fossils'.
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Gung Hay Fat Choy!
The Year 1 and 2 children have really enjoyed learning all about Chinese New Year during their Religious Education lessons. They learnt all about traditions, how Chinese New Year is celebrated and discovered it is the year of the snake. During their Art lesson they were busy making various decorations and paintings, they used their fine motor skills to weave lanterns, their observational skills to paint a cherry tree, and they also enjoyed making red envelopes that symbolise good luck.
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Brachiosaurus - How Big?!
Year 1 and 2 have been learning all about dinosaurs in their Topic work. They discovered the shape of a Brachiosaurus on the school playground and were amazed at the size of it, they wondered how many children it would take to fill it…It took 54 children and 3 adults to fill the dinosaur! Wow!
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All things Winter
Our Art lesson certainly fell at the right time for the snowy weather we were experiencing outside! The children thought about using and mixing colours to create a winter themed picture, they used their fine motor skills to cut out trees and enjoyed flicking paint to create a snowy effect. The children also used their cutting skills to create snowflakes.
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The Christmas Party
Year 1 and Year 2 thoroughly enjoyed their Christmas party, lots of fun was had with entertainer 'Dosy Dave' and his cheeky magic tricks! The children enjoyed some juice with a cookie, then discovered Santa's snowy footprints in the classroom, Santa had secretly visited and left everyone a gift!
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Animals - Tiddles the Tortoise
As part of their Science topic on ‘Animals’, this week the children discovered reptiles. The children were extremely excited to discover a real life reptile had visited their classroom; Tiddles the tortoise! The children explored Tiddles and asked lots of questions. Year 1 and 2 found out lots of information and facts about tortoises.
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Remembrance Day
Year 1 joined the rest of the school for an assembly today to commemorate Remembrance Day, they also created their own poppies to wear and stood in respect for the two minute silence.
Fireworks!
Year 1 and 2 created wonderful firework representations during their Art lesson, we talked about the different colours and patterns they make. The children first created ‘houses’ silhouettes, then experimented with chalk pastels to create their picture.
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"Keeping Healthy"
Year 1 and 2 have been thinking about ‘Keeping Healthy’ during their PSHCEE lessons. They discussed the importance of physical activity and the physical signs of being active; their heart beating faster, their bodies sweating! The children had a visit from one of our parents, who delivered a sporting session, here the children enjoyed playing a variety of ball games as well as team work! A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon!
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Bird Spotting
As part of our Science work about Animals, Year 1 and 2 went bird spotting around the school grounds. We used our ears to listen for birdsong. We were very quiet so as not to scare any birds away. We saw lots of Magpies, a Crow and a Pigeon.
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Harvest Time
Today, Year 1 enjoyed a live lesson about harvest time. The children learned about different ingredients for vegetable soup and watched as large farming machinery harvested wheat, potatoes and celery.
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Chester Zoo Trip
As part of their Science topic 'Animals', Year 1 had a fun filled visit to Chester Zoo, they explored and identified lots of interesting artefacts in the Education Hub followed by a picnic lunch. During the afternoon, the children enjoyed visiting all the different types of animals and their habitats.
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PE in the Sunshine
Year 1 and 2 thoroughly enjoyed their PE lesson outside in the lovely sunshine! They developed their balancing skills through activities using the stepping stones. The children also negotiated space and collaborated with others to travel over and around the stepping stones.
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"Me and My World"
Year 1 and 2 have been exploring 'Me and My World'. For their Art lesson, they used mirrors to observe their faces and features and thought about their hair and eye colour. They then chose a variety of collage materials to create a portrait of themselves.
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