Primary 7 transported back to war times to explore methods of communication during the 1900’s. They used Morse code to read secret messages and crack the clues. Then they transferred this skill to making their own cryptic messages and clues and enjoyed cracking each-others.
Well done P7 🙂 Another very productive day! Keep up the Excellent Effort.
Miss Gavin & MrMcKay
Primary 4b have been learning about Charles Rennie Mackintosh in Social Studies. This week we went on a trip to Scotland Street School Museum.
In the morning we met the Head Master; he was very strict! We went on a tour of some of the museum and learned about what life would have been like for children when the school first opened. Boys and girls played separately and even took different lessons! The girls would learn how to cook, clean and look after a home, whilst the boys learned woodwork and other skills to prepare them for the world of work.
In the afternoon we took part in a workshop called Shapes of Mackintosh which was great fun! We loved being in a building that Charles Rennie Mackintosh had designed and enjoyed looking at all of the hidden shapes and symbols.
Primary 4a have been examining influential Scots from history. Last week they studied John Logie Baird and discussed the influence he has had on their lives today. The children then worked in groups to design and create a television of the future. They used their presenting skills to confidently share their ideas with their classmates.
Eastwood House
This afternoon as part of our Outdoor learning, we went to Eastwood House to learn more about our Local Area which is our topic. We found out about the history of Eastwood House and then did a quiz about what we learned.
VR Headsets
During Digital Technology Week we have been using a range of technology to enhance our learning experiences. Have a look at us trying out the VR headsets.
Local Area topic
We have been using the Chromebooks to find out about local businesses in our area and why they are important to the local community. Then we created some information leaflets about a local business.
We also designed our own business which we thought the community needed. We had to think of a name for the business, what it would sell or provide and explain why it would be important.
As part of our Local Area Study P3d went outdoors to conduct a traffic survey. We registered the different types and the frequency of the traffic. Back in class we used the laptops to put the information into spreadsheets and then created bar charts.
Check out P3d’s Blog!
P3d presented their amazing projects on their chosen aspect of the Celts topic. The children have worked really hard researching and developing their investigative skills and should be extremely proud of themselves.
Eva-Grace said, “I liked learning about the Celts and how they made their houses and clothes.”
“The Celts topic was interesting. I put a lot of effort into making my powerpoint but I really enjoyed it.” said Eamon.
“I felt really pleased with the Celtic house that I made.” Matthew said.
Primary 3b have been very busy! Last term they learned all about The Celts.
As part of their homework research task they selected an aspect of Celtic life in the past and by using historical evidence, they produced some amazing pieces of evidence.
Some boys and girls choose to make Power Points about Celtic food, homes, weapons and even Law and order in Celtic times. Some of them made models of swords, shields and roundhouses. Others made fact files and posters. The pupils very much enjoyed showing off their projects and worked very hard on their presenting skills.
They loved comparing aspects of Celtic life to modern day life and contributing to many discussions around this. They found out some amazing facts and really enjoyed sharing them with the class.
P3b have done some wonderfully impressive research and investigation and they have really learned from one another’s presentations.
Well done P3b, very impressive work.
