This week we have been learning how to play the drums. It was great fun and we were all fabulous at it! We have also been learning about Symmetry, which links in very well to Islam .Symmetry can be seen in        Some  Islamic architecture, art and prayer mats. We have also been learning how to write a formal letter. We need to sign off now as we are going to a special drum  show!

This week, we have been learning all about the Islamic religion and one of our parents visited in order to tell us about Ramadan.  We tasted some dates and the majority of the pupils thought they were delicious. Yum!

This week our work has been centred around our novel study. We have been learning about some of the techniques that an author uses in order to create a good text.  These include  Onomatopoeia, Alliteration and Similes. We are becoming quite good at identifying Continue reading The Wild Robot →

Last term we all really enjoyed the William Wallace topic.  We especially loved the visit to the Bannockburn Experience, where we got to try on medieval armour and re-enact the battle.  We also had lots of visitors to tell us about Wallace and Bruce, which we really appreciated.  Thank you!

This term our literacy focus is on the Wild Robot story by Peter Brown.  We will use this as a springboard to enhance our learning.  The story links well to our topic of Scotland’s Wildlife.  We are hoping to get outside and learn lots about the wonderful wildlife that surrounds us here at Redwell.  In maths we will be looking at area, angle and grid references, as well as learning about money and change.

As part of the Health and Wellbeing curriculum, we will be starting a unit of work on Parenthood, Sexual Health and Relationships Education.  In P3 this will include:

• Families and people in my world who can help me
• Emotional wellbeing and friendships
• Similarities and differences between people including male and females
• Classifying living and non-living things
• Growth and development from baby to present day
• Needs of a baby/how to look after a baby
• Correct vocabulary for male and female body parts
• Maintaining a healthy body/personal hygiene

Mrs Smith and Miss Fuller