We've got lots to celebrate this week! The children have been busy developing their writing, getting hands-on with Maths and exploring some new topics across the curriculum. Here's a little look at what we've been up to in Year 1.
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This week, we've been learning about the Annunciation and exploring the special words of the Hail Mary. We've been making links between the two, thinking about Mary's response to the angel Gabriel and the meaning behind the prayer.
Our Wednesday Word was talent. We had lovely conversations about this and spoke about what talents we have and are proud of.
We've also loved seeing the Travelling Nativity making its way around everyone's homes. It's been wonderful to see the children sharing this special part of our Advent preparations with their families.
Magic moments!
English
We've been busy preparing to rewrite the story of Supertato! The children have been writing instructions and creating storyboards to help them remember the key events in the story. We're looking forward to seeing how they use these to become authors themselves.
Maths
We've been nailing our counting in decades and exploring how numbers are made up of tens and ones. The children have been recognising and representing tens and ones in lots of different ways, helping them to build their understanding of place value.
Wider learning
In science, we've started a brand-new topic all about animals and humans! Our first focus has been on how and why animals move. We explored different ways animals travel and used Venn diagrams to sort and compare their movements.
In geography, we've been learning the names of the continents and have even learnt a new song to help us remember them. The children have really enjoyed using music to support their geographical knowledge!
With Mrs Gregan, the children made some beautiful bunting to mark Remembrance Day. We also spent time talking about what remembrance means and why it is important to remember those who have served and sacrificed for others.
GOING DEEPER IN CONVERSATION
A little question to get your child talking about what we have been learning in school. See where the conversation takes you!
“Can you name all 7 continents?” “Do you remember the song?"
A Few Reminders:
Please make sure your child brings a pair of named wellies into school; this allows the children to play on the field at break times. We want everyone to be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy our outdoor play opportunities, whatever the weather!
Our Star Virtue ⭐
Our new half-term virtue is Faith-filled and Hopeful. We will be thinking about what it means to have faith, trust in God, and remain hopeful, even when things feel difficult.
Our Star Virtue this week is Oliver; he has really embodied our half-term virtues of being Faith-filled and Hopeful. Oliver has been a pleasure to have in the class and has demonstrated these qualities throughout the week. Well done, Oliver! 🌟
Notices:
Homework- Please check the homework blog for your child’s weekly homework, including the deadline date.
Forest School- For those children attending forest school this term, please make sure they are dressed in appropriate clothes and shoes as it is getting colder now; please make sure they can be wrapped up! Forest school takeover day is 5th November for the whole class.
Show and Tell will now take place on Friday afternoons. Children are welcome to bring something in to share with the class, but please remember that toys should be left at home. We look forward to hearing all about the things the children would like to share!
Email- a.edwards@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk