This week in RE we have discovered a new word, ‘Visitation’. We listened to the Gospel from Luke and heard all about Mary visiting Elizabeth. We made finger puppets of both Elizabeth and Mary and the children worked with their learning partner to retell this piece of scripture. Our prayer and liturgy has been focused around the words, ‘King’ and ‘mercy’ we listened to a piece of scripture about Jesus on the cross next to two criminals, Jesus showed mercy to the criminal who asked Jesus to remember him when he enters the Kingdom of heaven. We then thought carefully about how we can be merciful this week…
Going deeper in conversation
Question to ask: We have been focusing on our understanding of important vocabulary in RE. Please ask the question, “What can you tell me about the Visitation?”
Magic moments
Sometimes it is easy to forget that the children have only been in Year 1 for 12 weeks; but this week we have taken a moment to really celebrate just how much the children have achieved. This was particularly evident during our English lessons this week when we saw just how independent the children are becoming with their writing. The confidence that they have in their own abilities has grown tremendously and they are recognising what they can achieve thanks to their focus and determination. During a sentence writing task many said “I’m going to write even more!”. We know there are many more of these magic moments to come this year!
Let’s celebrate
A huge well done to Noah who has been a focused Cooper Crab this week. Noah, your focus this half term has helped you to go from strength to strength. You have written some brilliant sentences in English, showing how much you are growing in confidence and how you are remembering to be brave and have a go. During Phonics, we have spoken about focusing on becoming speedy readers and my goodness have you risen to the challenge! We are so proud of you Noah and we love seeing you shine! Well done Noah!
A huge well done to Mollie who has received the Star award for demonstrating our Faith filled and Hopeful virtues this week. Mollie, you have a wonderfully positive outlook on all aspects of school life. Towards your peers, the staff and towards all of our learning. You take on any challenge with the faith that you will do your best and that any experience is an exciting opportunity for learning. Thank you for bringing this ray of sunshine and positivity into our class and into our school! Well done Mollie!
Reminders
Hot snack menu - The order form is on Mrs Gregan’s blog, if you would like to order any hot snacks for your child this coming week. Please complete your orders ASAP (before Monday).
Own clothes day - Once again we will be creating Christmas hampers / prizes for the school Christmas raffle. On Thursday 27th November we will be having an own clothes day along with chocolate donations.
Year 1 Forest school takeover day - On Friday 28th November we have our takeover day in our forest school. This day is for ALL our year 1 children so please come dressed for a day outside: coat, waterproofs if you have them, clothes you don’t mind getting mucky, old trainers and wellies in a bag please. Please also remember winter hats, gloves and a scarf.
Nativity: Our Nativity is on 10th and 11th December at 9:30. We cannot wait for you to see the children on the stage retelling the Christmas story.
Emails:
c.bassett@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk
s.hartley@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk
Have a lovely weekend!