What a brilliant week it has been in Primary 6A! Here\u2019s a little snapshot of what the children have been working on:
\ud83d\udd22 Maths: Breaking Down Barriers with the Grid Method
We have been tackling multiplication using the grid method. It\u2019s been great to see the children gain confidence in breaking down larger numbers into their place values. By visually mapping out the multiplication, they are really beginning to master the “why” behind their calculations, not just the “how.” It\u2019s a huge step forward in their numeracy journey!
\u270d\ufe0f Literacy: The Power of Suffixes
In literacy, we\u2019ve been exploring how a few letters at the end of a word can completely change its meaning. By focusing on suffixes (like -tion, -ly, and -ness), the children are not only improving their spelling but also expanding their vocabulary and learning how to craft more precise sentences.detectives” in their book!
\ud83c\udf0d Topic: The Commonwealth Connection
Our social studies focus has shifted to the Commonwealth and the Commonwealth Games. It\u2019s been a fascinating look at how 56 diverse nations come together under shared values. We\u2019ve been discussing:
Global Citizenship: What it means to be part of a global community.
The “Friendly Games”: Why the Commonwealth Games are so special, particularly their focus on inclusivity and para-sports.
Geography & Culture: Discovering where our partner nations are on the map and learning about their unique traditions.
If you want to keep the conversation going at home, ask your child which Commonwealth country they would most like to visit and why, or see if they can explain how the grid method helped them solve their latest maths problem!<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
What a brilliant week it has been in Primary 6A! Here\u2019s a little snapshot of what the children have been working on: \ud83d\udd22 Maths: Breaking Down Barriers with the Grid MethodWe have been tackling multiplication using the grid method. It\u2019s … Continue reading