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Health and Wellbeing, Literacy, P3 Mrs Flockton, P3 Mrs Taylor, P4 Mrs Rees, Spicy Literacy

‘My Worry Box’ – Spicy Poem

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Good morning, everyone.

Many of us are experiencing all kinds of emotions at the moment, which is perfectly normal, but we don’t want to let ourselves become overwhelmed by them.  It’s good to find ways of helping ourselves stay positive.

Today’s poem focuses on the subject of keeping our minds healthy, and describes one person’s way of dealing with his worrying thoughts.

Click on the first Sway to read the poem.

Now click on the second Sway to access the follow-up questions. Remember to answer in full sentences and check that you have included capitals and full-stops.

Extension task:  What else could the poet have done to make himself feel better?  What do YOU find helpful when you’re feeing sad, worried or upset?  Discuss with your family and write your thoughts in your Home Learning Journal.

 

Literacy, Outdoor Learning, P3 Mrs Flockton, P3 Mrs Taylor, P4 Mrs Rees, Spicy Literacy

Bumblebee Reading Comprehension – Spicy

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As our Eco-fortnight draws to a close, here is one last post on the subject of bumblebees.

The Bumblebee Conservation trust has a collection of activities and fact files for all ages.  Click on the link below to find out more:

All About Bees

Read the article in the following link.   If you can, print off the worksheet, complete the crossword and label the different parts of a bee.

Bee Facts

Finally, click on the Sway to find a series of questions to test your knowledge of bees!  Remember to answer in complete sentences.

 

Eco Schools, Food technology, Health and Wellbeing, Hot Literacy, P3 Mrs Flockton, P4 Mrs Rees, P6/5 Mr Reid, P7/6 Miss Deans, Spicy Literacy

Meat Free Meal

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Following on from Mrs Taylor’s lovely recipe I hope some of you have managed to think about the idea of a meat free meal.

I’m sure many families have meat free meals at various points without realising it – for example Macaroni Cheese or even a salad. Those of you that are vegetarian or vegan will be doing this daily.

The idea of ‘Meat free Monday’  is a interesting debate as it opens up some good questions about whether or not it is good for the environment. (It doesn’t have to be on a Monday you do this)

Have a look at the website and read some of the ideas, some of you might need some adult support  –

http://ypte.org.uk/factsheets/meat-free-mondays/introduction#section

Task 1 – Write a short report sharing your view on Meat Free Monday.  You may have to research the website and note down some ideas before you start a report.

Remember to include your feelings and thoughts. Is your report for or against Meat Free Monday?

These questions may help –

  • Do you think Meat Free Monday will make a difference to climate change?
  • Do you think it will affect farming? Would this affect farming in our area?
  • Do you think it will improve health?
  • Do you agree with the information on the website?

Task 2 – Design a menu or recipe sharing your Meat Free meal. Did you make it?

Feel free to try one task or maybe some of you will manage both.

Remember to comment on here or share with your teacher we would love to see your ideas.

 

Hot Literacy, P6/5 Mr Reid, P7/6 Miss Deans

Literacy- Newsround Article- Quiz- Reading- Hot

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Hello Everyone !

Nice quick and easy activity today:

Step 1:Climate Change in Africa (Newsround Article)

(Read the article, write some notes then close the website down)

Step 2:

Close down the article and take the Quiz, I have created a range of reading comprehension questions (13 questions, multiple choice)

Close down the article and take the Quiz, I have created a range of reading comprehension questions (13 questions, multiple choice)

Hot Literacy, Literacy, P6/5 Mr Reid, P7/6 Miss Deans

Literacy – Hot – Persuasive Writing – Follow-up task

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Hello everyone,

Last Tuesday, Miss Deans posted a lesson on how to write a persuasive speech. Hopefully many of you have completed this activity and are now ready to complete this follow-up task. If you have not completed the writing activity set by Miss Deans, follow the link below to do so –https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/methlickspring/2020/05/05/literacy-hot-persuasive-writing-interactive-lesson-with-a-sweet-treat-twist/

Today’s task will explain how to deliver a powerful and impactful speech. We will look at some famous speeches and think about what makes a presentation memorable. Our very own Mrs Webster took part in last week’s writing lesson and has already recorded her speech. Mrs Webster’s speech, along with everything else you will require to complete this activity, can be found in the Sway below.