This half term we will be learning about the Shang Dynasty. We started our learning by going on an adventure to ancient China. We saw an ancient home, the ancient palace of the Emperor and the ancient barracks of the Great Wall of China. Here are some pictures of our learning.
Bluebells are really enjoying their music sessions with Miss Taylor on a Friday afternoon. As we are learning about Superheroes this half term, we have been talking about our favourite superhero. We then sang superhero songs whilst practising our high and low notes. The children have enjoyed playing different musical instruments to play alongside a superhero theme tune. Everyone tried really hard to keep in time with the music.
Today we made seasonal cheese tarts. First, we looked at the recipe, and then discussed kitchen safety and the basic rules of cross contamination. We then used a variety of seasonal vegetables, cheese and pastry to create our cheese tart.
This half term we are learning all about Magnetism. This lesson we have been investigating 2 different types of forces: contact forces and non-contact forces. We discussed and watched clips about friction, upthrust, air resistance, water resistance, gravitational force and magnetic force. We carried out some mini experiments to see each force in action. Then we finished off by testing our new found knowledge, by carrying out a sorting activity of forces.
Working in pairs, we investigated colour mixing using both primary and secondary colours. We fixed paper into a tray and used a wide brush to coat the paper with a thin layer of water. We then took turns choosing two primary colours, squeezing or pressing the paint onto the damp paper and then tilting the tray to allow the paint to spread and mix on the surface. We noticed primary colours blending to make secondary Read more
A fantastic first day back in Year 2. We began our new topic ‘Making music’ in computing. The children enjoyed experimenting using 2sequence to compose their own music. They then looked at the tune of Twinkle Twinkle and added different instruments alongside the drum beat, to create a new version.
We have been working with clay this half term. We have been practising moulding, rolling and using a ‘slip’ to stick pieces together. We all then designed 3 elf houses and picked our favourite to make out of clay. We used these different clay techniques to create our elf houses.
What an amazing week we have had in Year 2! Fantastic performing in the KS1 Nativity, Christmas film, Visit from Father Christmas, Christmas crafts, cards and calendars, and all finished with a fab Christmas party 🎉 Well done to all the children for a fantastic nativity and for a brilliant half-term. The Year 2 staff would like to say a big thank you for all your kind gifts and wish you a wonderful Christmas!
We’ve had a lovely Christmassy time in Willows. We’ve enjoyed Christmas dinner, Christmas crafts, making Christingles, nativity and we even had a visit from the Big FC himself. We hope you have a magical Christmas and a wonderful New Year! Love from all the Year one staff 🎅🎄✝️🧑🎄
Today year 6 have enjoyed their Christmas party. They have played games and busted some moves. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all the staff.