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IDL learning in P1-4- week 5
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Category Archives: Literacy
Making our ebooks in P1-4
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.
To a mouse… Robert Burns artwork
As part of our Robert Burns celebrations, p5/6/7 drew mice, inspired by the poem To a Mouse. Each one has its own unique style. 🐭
RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch
21/01/26
Today p5/6/7 have been learning all about birds! They make pinecone feeders this morning, and walked up to the Creag Choinnich bird hide to take part in the RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch in the afternoon. We were able to spot lots of chaffinches, tree creepers, and a couple of robins. Some of the pupils enjoyed making camouflage dens to observe from.
Reading in P5/6/7
We have started term 3 with three new reading books.
They are:
- Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell
- A Pattern of Secrets by Lindsay Littlejohn
- Falling Waters – Dragon Eggs
The pupils have been enjoying getting to grips with the new books and task maps this week. We have also been working on our new IDL topic ‘Cool Clothes’, look out for our recycled garment, and our wearable tech projects next week!
Burns activities 2026
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
Learning P5/6/7 07.01.26
Good Morning,
I hope you are all staying safe and enjoying this bumper load of snow! Here are some learning activities for today. If you have any questions or would just like to say hi, feel free to email me on Glow. 👋🏻
Maths –
- Sumdog: Money Snow Day!
- Magimix – 1,3,2,6,6,6 Total = 50
- Measure snow depth with a ruler or measuring tape – add to your chart for this week.
Literacy – Take a look at this article about Polar Bears: http://Polar Bear Facts Nat Geo Kids
Answer the following Taskmap questions, write down or type your answers. Share with me on Glow if you can.
Read and Understand
- Where are polar bears commonly found?
- How big can an adult polar bear grow in length and weight?
- What physical features help polar bears survive the cold Arctic climate?
- How long do polar bear cubs stay with their mother?
Infer What’s Not There
Why is blending in with their surroundings important for polar bears when hunting?
Explore Some More
- How does melting sea ice affect the hunting ability of polar bears?
- What might happen to polar bear populations if climate change continues at the current rate?
- Why do you think polar bears are classified as “vulnerable” and not yet “endangered”?
Reflect and Respond
- Which fact about polar bears surprised you the most, and why?
- How did learning about polar bears change the way you think about climate change?
- Do you think humans have a responsibility to protect polar bears? Explain your answer.
Create Something Great
Draw a Polar Bear and her cub. Label the drawing with interesting facts about Polar Bears.
See if you can spot some Polar Bears LIVE on camera from Wapusk National Park in Canada.
Happy Learning,
Miss Florence
Learning P5/6/7 06.01.26
Good Morning,
I hope you have all been enjoying this snowy weather. Can you remember how to say ‘It is snowing’ in French?
Here are some learning activities for you to try today.
Maths – Measure the depth of the snow with a ruler or tape measure, add to a chart to compare with yesterday. Is it more or less? By how many centimetres?
Winter Market Money – Take a look at these money problems. Solve on paper or, if you can, print the sheet.https://glowscotland-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/gw24florencekirsty_glow_sch_uk/IQAp2FMpczonTZWof7771j4-AXKRHGNZNTJyqSwKe21kHOg?e=KVZtF1
STEM – Try this Ski Lift Engineering project. Use problem solving skills to build a functioning pulley system. Ski Lift Engineering – STEM.mov
Literacy – In your best handwriting, write a diary entry for your day. Try to use descriptive words. For example:
8:00 am – Woke up and looked out of the window – more snow! I had a dream about sledging.
8:30am – Had boiled eggs with toast for breakfast. The hot melted butter tasted delicious.
9:00 am – Took my dog for a long walk, had to wear heavy snow boots and a cozy hat.
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If you would like to share any learning with me on Glow, that would be brilliant! If not, I will be delighted to hear about it when we get back to school.
As always, comment to let me know if there is an issue with any of the links.
Happy learning,
Miss Florence
Learning P5/6/7 05.01.26
Good Morning P5/6/7
Here are some learning activities for you to have a look at on this snowy day.Senses Poetry – Open this file for instructions on how to write a descriptive poem using the 5 senses. Snow Day Poetry.
Magimix – Use 1,6,6,2,3,1 to equal 30.
Measuring – Use a ruler or a tape measure to find the depth of the snow. Record your findings.
STEM – Create a chain reaction. Use dominos, Lego, blocks, marbles, (anything you can find) to make the longest chain reaction you can. Film it toppling down and experiment with slow motion on a device if you have one available. The science: When you line something like dominos up they have potential energy. When you knock over the first domino this potential energy is changed into kinetic energy, which is the energy of motion.
Paired reading P1-7
We love our Friday paired reading sessions. We are working our way through all of our Christmas themed books. Next week we have invited Nursery children along for a story too.
