Writing. This week for writing we have used Monsters Inc as our stimulus. We have written stories about monsters in the house and then created wanted posters about their made up monsters. The learners still kept their writing target in mind and did a super job at ensuring their posters had a range of connectives.

Big Question. This week our big question focused on key events in space exploration. As a class, we looked at a timeline of key events that took place from 150BCE until the present day. The learners then worked in groups to create their own timelines and fact files. I was so impressed with the variety of timelines and fact files and how each group did something completely different. Collaboration, creativity, problem solving and digital skills were very evident across the class.

Life Skills. On Thursday afternoons, Carrie-Ann is working with groups to focus on some basic life-skills. This came after the learners requested to do more baking and cooking. Over the last two weeks, the learners have been learning all things eggs. They’ve been taught how to scramble eggs, fry eggs, make eggy bread and make omelettes. As well as this,  they have been shown how to make a cup of tea or coffee and make toast. Through this, they have also focused on safety in the kitchen and how to clean and tidy up. You’ll maybe all be treated to breakfast in bed this weekend.