As part of the Gastronomers Mearns Masters pathway Primary 6.21 developed their skills, knowledge and understanding of food preparation and cooking, Over the course of the 6 week block they worked on gaining confidence when working with knives and working with heat.
The theme of the pathway was Mexican cuisine. The children created a variety of different meals such such fajitas, tacos and guacamole.
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This week the class were tasked with creating Quorn tacos and an avocado and tomato salad. This focus of the week was to create further independence in the kitchen by following the recipe given when collecting their ingredients and starting the cooking process. This provided the class with the opportunity to select the appropriate amount of ingredients and prepare each ingredient according to the recipe and apply the skills they have been developing over the course of the pathway.
The class are now preparing for their Mexican Fiesta Showcase!
Primary 6 have been continuing to develop their serving while playing badminton. They have enjoyed working with a variety of different people to play short games.
As part of our Friday growth mindset discussions Primary 6.21 have been reflecting on what they enjoy seeing and doing. We decided to create an eye self-portrait that displays their likes and goals.
This task also provided the opportunity to work on their line drawing skills by drawing their eye using only a lead pencil.
Keep your eyes peeled for the final pieces.
Primary 6.21 kicked off their first week of their new Mearns Masters pathway by making some delicious vegetable fajitas.
The focus of the lesson was to develop their confidence using a knife and getting used to cooking the kitchen.
Primary 6.21 have throughly enjoyed working with Nicole from Whitecraigs rugby club over the last 4 weeks.
This morning they had their final session and enjoyed working in a team and developing their communication skills while playing a sport.
Over the course of the year Primary 6.21 have been developing their hockey skills. They have been focusing on controlling the ball, dribbling, shooting and tackling.
They have been building up their skills in order to start playing small games of hockey and have enjoyed sharing their understanding of the importance of effective communication while playing a team game.
