One of the highlights this week was the introduction to our new topic for term 3.  Ancient Greece will be our focus with a a particular interest in the effects of slavery during this time.  We discussed what we would like to find out and what we already know about this fascinating time period.  The famous story about Icarus flying too close to the sun was our first myth we learned about.

In maths we concentrated our Glasgow Counts strategies on rounding and partitioning.  These skills helped us with a new problem solving task called “number pyramids”.

In reading we used the iPads to record our voices and see how well we can use expression when reading aloud.  Using iPads is a great well to have fun, work in a group and practice our reading too.  This is a video of Maryam and Mysha reading aloud.

On Friday we had our first session with Claire, the fantastic music specialist.  This week we learned a new song that our class will perform next Friday in celebration of burns’ Day.  the song s “Donald, Where’s Yir Troosers”, a fun song about Donald who wears a kilt instead of a pair of trouser, no matter where he is or what the weather is like! He must be very brave!

Next week will be slightly different.  We have the privilege of having a week-long input from Barrowland Ballet.  Every morning between 9 and 12 P3 will be learning how to move, dance and perform.  Please ensure your child comes to school next week dressed in non-uniform, this will ensure they are comfortable during Barrowland Ballet.

Also, just to confirm that PE this term will be on a Wednesday afternoon (outside on the MUGA) and Thursday afternoon (indoor Fitness).  Please bring a change of footwear on both days.