Hi Primary 7,

Hope you are feeling well rested after the September weekend!

In Maths this fortnight, we are focusing on 3D shapes. Could you list everyday objects/architectural objects which have the following shapes; sphere, cuboid, pyramid, cone, cube, triangular prism?

For example: cone – ice cream cone, traffic cone, magician’s hat, coffee filter papers, liquid glue cap, incense cones, scented candles, Ophion building (London).

This morning, we discussed participating in the Holyrood Learning Community Public Speaking Competition. In order to do this, we need to think about a subject which we are passionate about, in order to deliver an information five minute speech.

As a warm up activity, try this game with your family – The Big Lie. Each speaker is to share three things about themselves on a particular theme: holidays, the future, my favourite after school activities, my beliefs, the best books I’ve read, the best adventures I’ve had…

Two of the things they say about themselves are to be true. The third is not.

When they’ve finished speaking, ask your family members to identify the lie.

Record your three statements in your homework jotters from you and your family members!

I look forward to reading them. Remember, it’s all about the delivery and being convincing about what you are saying!

🙂