Alves Primary School

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November 11, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Science – Owl Pellets

Look at us dissecting owl pellets! What is an owl pellet? Jamie – “Something that owls cough up.” Ruth – “It’s something that they can’t digest.” Caitlyn – “It’s something that they can’t eat.” Max – “Bones and fur.” Annabelle … Continue reading

November 11, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Firework craft

Last week we had lots of fun experimenting with different mediums to create some beautiful fireworks pictures. We had a variety of art materials to explore – we used crayons, pens, pencils, chalks and we even tried warm sugary water … Continue reading

November 1, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Bob’s Buddies visit to P1/2

Our visit from Bob and his feathery friends was so much fun! We learned lots of interesting facts about owls. Did you know that some owls come out during the day? Some of us thought they were only nocturnal animals. When you … Continue reading

October 11, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Howlat, Hoolet or Owlet

As the children may have already informed you, our next class IDL topic is based on Owls. I have just come across this event happening at Brodie Castle this weekend and thought that I would share it with you. Do … Continue reading

September 10, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Active Numeracy and Mathematics

Last week during Numeracy sessions some of the children were able to explore a variety of active tasks through rotation stations. We had lots going on: number formation, ordering numbers (forwards and backwards), sequencing numbers (thinking about numbers that come before … Continue reading

September 10, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Active Literacy

As you will see from the photo’s below we have been super busy in our Literacy sessions. Last week P1/2 took part in paired reading with the children from P5/6/7. This will continue each Monday afternoon and will last for 15/20 … Continue reading

September 10, 2016
by Mrs Thomson
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Charlie, our travelling class bear

Charlie, our class bear, has finally met the new children in P1/2. The Primary 1’s were thrilled to meet him and Primary 2 were very happy to see him return again! All of the boys and girls have enjoyed having Charlie watching … Continue reading

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