P1-4 have been learning about animals who migrate, hibernate or adapt during our cold winters. They used their technology skills to make ebooks. They needed to decide which animals to write about and made sure to put them in the correct section. Some children took notes from the internet and drew pictures of their favourite animals.
We had a lovely afternoon yesterday celebrating Burns, with entertainment provided by every child in the school. We heard poetry recitals and traditional songs, listened to music on piano and bagpipes, watched highland dancing and saw some wonderful artwork based on a Scottish theme. The children demonstrated courage and resilience, learning and then reciting their poems to a supportive, respectful and enthusiastic audience. We ended our afternoon with shortbread and a couple of ceilidh dances.
Here is a snapshot of our afternoon. We hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed taking part.
Lots of creative learning going on in school this afternoon. P5-7 have been busy developing their sewing skills and their understanding of sustainability, through their ‘Cool Clothes’ project.
P1-4 were busy trying out their new easel, bought with money they raised at the school fair. Their construction skills are always very imaginative, but Lucas’s multi storey car garage is fantastic!
Lots of interesting weather this week- perfect for our weather and animals IDL.
Our SWAY has been updated, click here to view. Check out our science experiment and our big picture showing the water cycle – lots of great teamwork on display!
Both classes have been learning about Lohri Festival, celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs. It celebrates the end of winter solstice and is on 13th January, the longest and coldest night.
Bonfires are lit and people sing and dance around the fire wearing bright clothes.
Sweet treats are eaten, including jaggery which is made from sugar canes.
We learned a dance that is used to celebrate Lohri. Click the link below to see P1-4 dancing.
This term our topic is the weather and its impact on our local wildlife.
We will regularly update the slideshow below to let you know what we are learning in class.
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We will be finding out about Robbie Burns and his poetry and songs when we are back at school. This link will take you to lots of fun Burns related activities aimed at P1-7.
( A couple of links on the site are not working, but this one will take you to Scots Hoose primary songs and poems. )
See you soon,
Mrs Maclean
Good morning again, P1-4,
here are some activities for you to try today.
Literacy
Write a set of instructions for how to build a snowman. Imagine they are for someone who has never seen a snowman before – include lots of detail. Try to use a different opener for each line. For example:
1. First….
2. Next…
3. After that…
Numeracy
Symmetrical snowflakes – can you draw a picture of a snowflake which has one or more lines of symmetry. Perhaps you could carefully cut one out of paper and draw the lines of symmetry onto it.
Click the link to go to Hit The Button to practice your maths skills.
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
Science
How much snow investigation
You will need:
2 containers that are the same, e.g. large yoghurt pots or butter tubs
snow
water
Fill one tub to the top with snow.
Fill the other tub with water.
Leave your tubs in a warm place until the snow melts.
What do you notice?
Try packing the snow into the tub by pressing it down. Weigh the tubs. What happens when the snow melts?
Do water and snow have the same volume?
Have a great day,
Mrs McKnight
Hello again P1-4,
Thank you to the Shirrans for sending in these lovely photos- I can see you are having fun in the snow. That’s a great snowflake picture too! We love to see what you’re getting up to. ❄️
And great photos from Oscar this morning, digging a snow tunnel in the field.
Mrs McKnight is ‘in class’ today and has asked that you have a look at the learning activities below.
Literacy
· Think of an animal that lives in a cold or snowy place. Draw a picture of the animal and write around the outside things it has to help it to survive the cold (e.g thick, warm fur). Perhaps an adult could help you to research the animal online or in a book?
· Adjectives are describing words. How many adjectives can you think of to describe today’s weather? Make a list to share with me when we are back in school.
Numeracy
· Log into Sumdog and continue practicing your maths skills.
· Measure the snow, in the same place somewhere in your garden at different times during the day. Is the snow staying at the same depth or is it changing. Can you make a chart to record your results?
Here is an example of how to record your data:
Depth of snow on the patio
| Time of measuring | Measurement in cm |
| 10am | 32cm |
| 11am | 28cm |
| 12pm | 26cm |
| 1pm etc… |
P3/4 – can you work out the difference in snow depth between your first and last measurement?
HWB
· Make up a dance routine to your favourite song.
· Create a gymnastics routine using some of the balances, jumps, rolls and travelling movements we worked on last term.
Have a great day,
Mrs McKnight and Mrs Maclean
