This week we have started to learn about the farm. We looked at different types of buildings on a farm and designed a farm for Farmer Duck. We had to design a map of the farm using a key. We have also been learning about the different types of animals on the farm and their uses. All animals are there for a reason. For example, we use dairy cows for their milk which we can drink or use to turn into cheese. Most farm animals provide us with food. For example, we  use beef bulls for our beef burgers and mince for spaghetti bolognaise.

In art this week we have been continuing to learn about portraits. We created portraits of farm animals but they were all mixed up! Some had cow skin, a pig nose and a goats horns!

In science we have been learning about germs and how they spread. We watched a video which explained to use that germs enter our body and start to multiply which can make us ill. We can try to stop germs by washing our hands and trying not to have too much contact with someone who is sick. We found it quite hard to understand germs though as we can’t see them. We have conducted a science experiment to see what happens to a potato that has germs on it. We have one potato which has not been touched by anything. This is called the control. One potato was rubbed on the carpet, another in soil and the last was rubbed on someone’s hands. We will look at the potatoes next week to see what has happened.

RRS: Article 28: Right to an education

Article 24: Right to be safe, clean and healthy.

Enjoy the long weekend!