To finish off our angles and shape unit, Y5 were challenged to make their own 3D shape using art straws. They needed to make sure they measured and cut the straws accurately so that the shape had the correct properties.
Happy 60th to Mrs Roper! We hope your day has been as special as you are!
In Year 2 we had a great time celebrating VE Day!
We started the day by finding out about why VE Day is so important and how it is celebrated. In class we listened to some war time songs and decorated VE Day medals.
We had a brilliant time today visiting Souter Lighthouse. We found out some interesting facts about the place from our knowledgeable guides and we were all very brave climbing to the top of the tower to see the special light! We even had time to squeeze a bit of fun playtime on the grass near the fog horn with our special bear Paddington.
Today, we had Chris and Sam come to talk to us about their role in keeping people safe in the water. It was very informative!
The key message was to make a star shape when you lie back to make sure you float.
Yesterday Y3 had a delightful day being stone age people. They dyed material, made tools and shelters and their own model of Skara Brae.
Everyone worked so hard!
In Computing in Year 2 we have been exploring musical instruments. We have been looking at how to use an ipad to make music and this week we compared real instruments with the ipad bands.
After the adventure of a lifetime, Y5 threw themselves straight back into their work this morning and learned how to measure angles up to 180 degrees. The tables were transformed into collection of angles using tape and the children used protractors to measure the angles. We used whiteboard pens to mark the angles (don’t worry Mr Rudduck and Mrs Hunter- it wipes off!) and then check their partner’s work.
The last stop before home was to McDonald’s where we ate tea and even had a McFlurry!
Mrs Marshall took our orders beforehand on the bus but with a twist… we had to order in French!
What an experience that was! We separated into two different pods and took in the breathtaking views from Big Ben to the BT Tower and even Wembley Stadium. We may have been a little anxious before stepping into the pod but everyone was beaming by the end!
