I have investigated how whole numbers are constructed, can
understand the importance of zero within the system and can use
my knowledge to explain the link between a digit, its place and its value.
MNU 1-02a
LI: To investigate how whole numbers are constructed.
We used tens and unit blocks to create our names then added up the value of the blocks.
I can create and present work using the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern and texture.
EXA 1-03a
LI: To create pictures using line.
We explored different patterns using a variety of lines.
After we learned how to use different lines to create patterns we made rainy day pictures. We hope you like the patterns we made.
As I listen or watch, I can identify and discuss the purpose, key words and main ideas of the text, and use this information for a specific purpose. LIT 1-04a
To show my understanding across different areas of learning, I can identify and consider the purpose I am aware of and able to express my feelings and am developing the ability to talk about them. HWB 1-01a
I know that we all experience a variety of thoughts and emotions that affect how we feel and behave and I am learning ways of managing them. HWB 1-02a
I understand that there are people I can talk to and that there are a number of ways in which I can gain access to practical and emotional support to help me and others in a range of circumstances. HWB 1-03a
We read the book Silly Billy about a boy who worried about everything. His grandma told Billy about making a worry doll. He could then tell the worry doll all of his worries.
We explored some of the things we worry about and we all made worry dolls that we could tell our worries to. We also discussed who else we could tell our worries to and in class we made sure we all knew how to use our worry box. Let’s hope we don’t have any more worries.
I am developing an awareness of the ways in which followers of world religions celebrate different times of year and can relate these to my own life and community. RME 1-06b
We have been learning about the Christian festival of Harvest and also the Jewish festival of Sukkot. We made our own Sukkahs.
Jewish people like to thank God for looking after them.
Sukkot is celebrated in the Autumn, it is similar to the Christian festival of Harvest.
It is a time to remember the time the Jewish people spent in the wilderness, being lead by Moses, when they escaped from Egypt.
To remember and celebrate Sukkot, Jews build a sukkah.
A sukkah is a special hut with a wooden frame. The roof is made from branches and leaves because the stars can still be seen through them.
It is nicely decorated with candles and fruit. People like to hang fruits from the roof and hang pictures and decorations on the walls.
During the Sukkot celebrations Jews like to spend as much time as they can in their sukkah. They will eat, sing, tell stories and even sleep in their Sukkah.
By exploring the forces exerted by magnets on other magnets and magnetic materials, I can contribute to the design of a game.
SCN 1-08a
LI: To explore magnets and use them in a game.
We explored the forces of magnets by using different strengths and sizes of magnets in a variety of experiments.
We then designed a game that used magnets in pairs.
We had a visit from Hoots Owls and learned a lot about how to care for them. We learned about their anatomy and that Gillian their carer even needs to check their poo to ensure they are healthy.
We all got to hold an owl and they flew across the gym hall. They need lots of exercise every day.
LI: To measure in m and cm
We have been measuring large items using metre sticks and we can measure in metres and centimetres. We also used rulers to measure smaller items in centimetres.
We celebrated Roald Dahl’s birthday a few days early by watching an author’s event about him. Quentin Blake illustrated Dahl’s books and we got to draw one of his characters.
Every week we design and make something new using different resources,
We created our dream treehouses.
We also created submarines using art straws.
We have been learning to measure using metres and centimetres. We drew around each other with chalk to create our own flat person, then measured the height of our outline. Our flat people were very colourful.
I can estimate how long or heavy an object is, or what amount it holds, using everyday things as a guide, then measure or weigh it using appropriate instruments and units. MNU 1-11a
LI: To measure in metres and centimetres.
