Primary 6/7 have been studying area this week in maths. We have been using the formula a=l x b to calculate the area of a square or a rectangle. We then completed a challenge in pairs, where we had to measure and draw 10 rectangles, cut them out then place them on a 100 square, trying to cover as much of the 100 square as possible. The winning pair covered the biggest area.
The META skills we used were:
Primary 6/7 have been taking part in a STEM challenge. Our challenge was to build a spaghetti and marshmallow tower. The winning team create a tower that good 37cm high. Well done to Murray and Alexis who worked all together to win the challenge.
META skills used:
After talking about the library in nursery, one child said she had not been before. We then decided to have a visit to our local library.
We followed instructions, walked safely, listened to the staff and library staff and explored the library.
Everyone enjoyed their visit.
Some of the nursery children went to our local shop to buy some things for snack. They listened, walked safely and were able to fine what they needed and paid for it.
