Year 6 came together as a year group to learn about diversity, individuality and the impact racism can have. We discussed a range of scenarios and reflected on how this might affect how someone feels- learning how the way we communicate with each other matters. In groups, we worked to create poems on this topic using creativity and teamwork.
Year 5 had a fantastic Viking day today.
They were able to row, try on outfits, explore artefacts and decide if they wanted to trade or raid!
All children showed great curiosity and grit and determination and we are very proud of them.
Year 5 had a great time with their Year 2 buddies on Friday designing odd socks as part of curriculum day.
They worked hard together and showed good teamwork skills.
This afternoon Year 2 and Year 5 spent some time with their buddies as part of Anti-bullying Curriculum Day and designed a pair of odd socks together. They worked really hard on the designs and used excellent teamwork.
To celebrate Antibullying curriculum day we have been concentrating on the qualities needed to be a kind friend. Children made friendship bracelets, worked on our fine motor skills, friendship pictures and wore our odd socks! We also have learnt about floating and sinking and using the phonics we know to begin to write words.
Year 4 were fortunate to take part in a friendship workshop today presented by staff from the NHS. We learned how to resolve conflicts, how to recognise the positive qualities in ourselves and finally some relaxation and breathing techniques.
Year 4 pupils explored how everyday drinks can affect our teeth by using eggshells as a model for tooth enamel. They placed eggs in water, orange juice, blackcurrant and Coca-Cola, then observed how each drink stained or damaged the shells. The activity helped them understand how sugary and acidic drinks can impact dental health.
Today Year 2 had an exciting visit from author and illustrator David Litchfield. They listened to him read his story ‘The Bear and the Piano’, asked questions about what it was like to be an author and took part in a draw along with David. They all had a fantastic time!
On Monday afternoon, Year 3 were paid a visit by some members of the Rotary Club of Norwich. The Rotary Club are a group of men and women who seek to ‘make a difference’ in their community and around the world. As part of their work, they donated dictionaries to every child in Year 3.
Back in class, children had an opportunity to explore their new dictionaries, learning how to use them to support them with their learning. The dictionaries have been greatly appreciated and children have been keen to use them throughout the school day. Thank you Rotary Club of Norwich!
Last week, Year 3 were investigating friction as a force. Using toy trains and different surfaces and materials, they explored which surfaces the trains travelled across easily, and which ones made it more difficult for the trains to move.
They gave each surface a ‘star rating’ to record their results. They found out that the surfaces which were bumpy had more friction, which made it difficult for the trains to move across them. The surfaces which were smooth had less friction and made it easy for the trains to travel.
