This week P5a have been writing short stories and learning to describe in some details , the setting of their story. Furthermore in Mathematics we have completed symmetry and revision of the 4 operations. They are all excited at the thought of the trip to the safari park on Wednesday. We are now hoping that the fine weather continues.
Mrs. Jodah
We have inspected the drive since the workmen repainted the car park and the crossings on the driveway. It looks brighter and better now. You can see the crossing for children to cross over and the car park has lines that you can see. The disabled space is now closer to the main door.
We interviewed Miss Davidson about how she organised it. She had contacted lots of people from the council and got someone to do the lines. She thinks it is better and organised.
As the JRSO we like the driveway into school and think this will help with road safety.
This week P5a have planted more lettuce, 🥬 spring onions 🧅 and wild flowers. We are trying to grow tomato 🍅 plants inside! As the children are learning about how to plant and grow vegetables and are still finding out about how to plant a delicate plant like lettuce! So far I am encouraged by their enthusiasm and commitment to looking after the vegetables outside. This is all part of our topic focusing on biodiversity.
Mrs. Jodah
This term we started thinking about sustainability with lessons from Donald. He helped us understand the great environment we have to develop at Wallacewell Primary. With his help and guidance we had great fun helping to create a bug hotel.
We have started the term with enthusiasm! This week P5a enjoyed participating in the community clean up. Everyone got involved in picking up the litter around the school and made positive contributions towards planning how we could promote a clean environment in and around the school.
P5a started planting on Friday. We have planted salad vegetables and plants.
I think the first week of term 4 has been a great start!
Last week P5a finished their space topic by studying images of the International Space Station and then creating their own version of the interior. They worked in small groups. Here are some of their creations.
Primary 5 pupils have been learning about orienteering within the school grounds. The lessons included learning about grid references, reading compass point and following different maps. The winners from each class had their photograph taken holding a carabiner donated by Blairvadach Outdoor Centre to celebrate their 50 year anniversary. Everyone enjoyed the learning outdoors.
As usual P5a have been working very hard this cold week. Despite the chilly conditions we were able to practise our skills about perimeter in the playground. A great way to enjoy learning!
Today we completed our Space topic and everyone was able to show their work. 
Next week weather permitting we will start to plant some seeds in the plots behind the P5 classrooms.🤞
On Tuesday 12th of March Ollie and Rosie traveled to the City Chambers to make a film about road safety around Wallacewell Primary. They had a great experience learning about the task of making a film and all the jobs associated with creating images for a film. The next task is to share their video with the school.
This week, P5 went outside to learn about reading grid maps and this time we added using a compass. Everyone enjoyed the learning even in the rain! ☔️ Next week we have planned to include the pitch with the maps, weather permitting!
The road safety team came to Wallacewell and we all enjoyed a quiz! These lucky 4 are the winning team.
On Tuesday 2 pupils from P5a went to the CIty Chambers to make a movie about road safety around the school. The whole class had supported and contributed to their script and film.
Well done Rosie and Ollie
The P5 JRSO have been very busy this term making a road safety film. Ollie and Rosie-Joy have written the script, chosen the “actors” and organised all the photographs they need to make this short film. Wish them luck as they travel to the City Chambers on Tuesday 12th of March to finalise their work.
Our film directors busy making a film about road safety.
