In Primary 6c, we use the ActivExpressions (Maths Pods) to practise our multiplication tables.  We use them so that we can improve on the recall speed of our multiplication tables. Each time we use the pods we try to beat the amount of questions we have answered from last time. At first we found them new and different to use but now we are experts!

“I think the atmosphere is very tense because everyone is concentrating.” – Tomas

“I like using the Pods because it is competitive.” – Rebecca

“I enjoy using the Pods because I think its improves my knowledge of the tables.” – Leeza

“I find the time limit a good challenge.” – Rose

“I like using the Pods because each week I can see my score improving.” – Connie

“I like using the Pods as it helps me to get better at my multiplication tables.” – Angus

On Thursday 3^rd September 2015, Primary 6c travelled to Sky Academy Skills Studios in Livingston. We went to make a news report on a “Mission to Mars”. It took us a while on the coach to get there but it was worth it! When we got there we went into a very colourful room and met our group experts.  They were called Cammy, Abbie, Pamela and “invisible” Alan.

The first activity that we completed with our experts was watching a few clips on one or two of the roles. This helped us understand what skills were needed to make a successful news report. The producers from each group were then called for a producers meeting. In this they talked about what each group would say and discuss in their part of the report.

After watching the clips and having the meeting, we went in to a room with different coloured doors which lead to each of the four studios. Before we went into the studios we watched another clip. This one was sent by Ashley Banjo! He was explaining to us about how important teamwork was. He also talked about other skills that you would need to be successful when we were making our news reports.

Next, we went into the studios and we made our news reports. Studio 1 had a desk in it for the reporters to sit at. They introduced the whole news report which they all got dressed up for. Studio 2 gave lots of facts about Mars as well as having loads of fun. Studio 3 talked to eyewitnesses like Angus Birnie the astronaut and Nuala Clark the boss of the Mission Control Centre. Lastly, Studio 4 talked to experts such as Doctor Imogen Robinson and Professor Alexander Bell.

After all of this tiring filming we had a well-earned snack!  Then we went to the customer service building to see all of the people that talked on the phone to the people that had Sky TV. “Invisible” Alan and Abbie took us round the customer service. We learned that they even had a V.I.P section for people like the Queen, though she would probably have people that phoned up for her!

Finally we had the chance to watch our news report. It was funny and really interesting to watch. Then we had lunch and we finally got the coach back to school.

By Rose Williams and Nuala Clark

On Wednesday 23rd September, we came together as a group to launch our class blog.

We will be posting regular blog posts about our learning. You can follow our exciting learning and progress by reading our blog!

P.S. It is going to be the best!