The Hamnavoe school will be closed on Monday 5th January 2026.  If you are not out and about being busy in the snow here are some activities that could keep you busy at home.  You can choose to do as much as you like.  Please bring in your work once school has re-opened.

All Primary Activities

• Read some books yourself, or with a parent, for enjoyment.
• Write some news or draw a picture showing some of the things you have done in the snowy weather.
• Play some fun number games on Topmarks.co.uk

Lower Primary Activities

• P1 any Phase 2 games on Phonics Play PhonicsPlay
• P2 any phase 2 or 3 game
• Topmarks maths (https://www.topmarks.co.uk/
• Ice Art – a flower pot tray or plate – place some ‘treasure’ onto to the tray, gently add water and leave outside.
• Practise writing name in snow
• Take some snow inside on a tray and make a snow village with some small toys/figures.

Middle / Upper Primary

• Practice writing your words in the snow.
• P345 play Phonics Play games at phase 3,4 and 5 PhonicsPlay
• Grammar for P4567 Spelling and Grammar, English Games for 7-11 Years – Topmarks
• Build a snow man.
• Write what you have done with your snow days.
• Write a story about a snowman coming to life. Explore the adventures and experiences that unfold as the snowman discovers the world beyond its snowy existence. Think about introduction, character development, exploring the world and any challenges that they may encounter.
• Read a book.
• Draw a new front cover for the book.
• Draw a picture of your favourite part and write why.
• Write a book review which includes:
  • Title / Author / Genre
  • Characters / Plot Summary
  • Setting
  • Challenges / Conflicts or Themes
  • Conclusion / Recommendation
• Topmarks website for educational games.
• Help your family by doing some jobs around the house.