Week beginning 19.02.24
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In the creative area this week, all children have had the opportunity to explore letter formation. Children were given the challenge of recognising the initial letter of their name before attempting to write their full name using a variety of materials. This supports with fine motor skills including pencil control and pincer grip. Some children also used the play dough to create letter moulds which supports childrenβs hand eye co-ordination and encourages focus and concentration. π‘βοΈ
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We have enjoyed exploring our βcuriosity caseβ which contains various technology objects including torches, talking boxes and magnets of various sizes. The children enjoyed exploring the environment identifying objects that stick to the magnets. We are also beginning to explore farm animals and their habitats based on the childrenβs interests observed within the playroom. Some children have been creating their own stories relating to animals, sparking imaginative skills and creativity.
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In the ECC we will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 7th March 2024. Children are welcome to attend the ECC in their pyjamas to promote bedtime reading or if they wish to dress up in their favourite costume or their favourite character in a story they can do so as well. Children are welcome to bring their own story book to share with their peers.
Any parents/carers who wish to read a story to a small group of children in the ECC on this day and haven’t already signed up please speak to a member of staff and we will provide you with a time slot to attend the ECC.
You are invited along to our Book Fair-
Once again we are holding a book fair at Mauchline Primary School. It is the perfect time for you and your child/children to browse some fantastic books from Scholastic Books. Please remember to bring along your World Book Day Token.
The book fair in school will be open at these times:
- Monday 4th March 2.00pm – 3.00pm
- Tuesday 5th March 9.00am – 10.00am
- WednesdayΒ 6th March 9.00am – 10.00am
- ThursdayΒ 7th March 2.00pm – 3.00pm
You can use your book token to get Β£1 off any full price book, just as long as the book or audiobook costs at least Β£2.99.
The World Book Day book tokens are valid from 15th February β 31st March 2024.
If you require further information please speak to a staff member, thank you.
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Outdoors this week, some children enjoyed creating their own gym using the construction resources. They enjoyed taking part in physical activities and discussed the importance of being healthy and active. All children worked together and shared the resources well, demonstrating team work πͺπ». We have also been exploring capacity and enjoyed creating Β potions in the water tray. Children used various containers to measure the volume of water and discussed their findings using appropriate mathematical language including full/empty. In the mud kitchen, some children have been busy creating recipes using real ingredients and discussing quantities and numbers throughout. π₯π₯¦ π« Children have also extended their interest in numbers by exploring number recognition and identifying numbers in play. This supports with childrenβs numeracy, mathematical and problem solving skills.
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The staff at Mauchline ECC wish all our children and families a lovely weekend and we will see you on Monday. π
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