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First Level, Interdisciplinary Learning, Maths & Numeracy, Primary 2

Money

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This week Primary 2 have been working very hard learning about Money as part of their IDL Topic.

LI We are learning to use different coins to pay an exact amount

SC I can read the cost of an item

I can choose the coins I need to pay for it

First, we looked at all the coins very carefully and practised recognising and sorting them by putting them into different money banks.

Next we looked at the cost of items in the toy shop, and discussed which coins we could use to pay for it. We discovered that there were different ways of making the same amount. Soon, we were trying to make the exact amount using the fewest number of coins.

Perhaps we will be able to use our skills at home too, by using coins to pay for some items next time we go shopping.

Mrs Smith would love to hear how we get on!

 

 

 

Events, Learning Stories, Maths & Numeracy, Primary 1, Primary 2, Primary 3, Primary 5, Primary 7, Supporting homework, Useful Websites

West Lothian Maths Contest on Sumdog

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P1-7 have been entered to take part in Sumdog’s West Lothian Maths Contest. This runs from 10-16th November and can be played at both home and at school using the Sumdog website or app. All pupils should have their Sumdog log in their homework diary/ book.

The children have to answer 1000 questions and their score is based on accuracy, not speed or winning games. There are also prizes to be won and certificates will be given out at assembly for those children in the top 50 from across West Lothian.

Good luck everyone!

Learning Letters, Primary 7

P7 Learning Letter Term 2

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Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome to term 2 in Primary 7. The children have settled well into the routine of the new term and it is unfortunate that Mrs Wright has not returned but I have put measures in place to ensure consistency and progression in their learning. Mrs Redmond has been the main teacher and is planning very closely with Ms Richmond who has our other P7 children. Mrs Wright does hope to return within the next few weeks and is extremely upset at what has happened. I do understand that does not help our children but by having experienced teachers in the class who are communicating very closely we aim to provide a stimulating and settled environment until her return. I will keep you updated and I am sure the children will continue to relay to you any information on the day to day running of the class.
Mrs McKenzieLearning Letter P7 Term 2 – 2017-18

Learning Letters, Primary 7

P6/7 Learning Letters Term 2

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Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome to term 2 in Primary 7/6. All of the children have settled well into P6 and we are looking forward to a busy and fun term. There is lots to look forward to, including our new IDL context: Mid Calder Memories. Also, all pupils are part of a Junior Leadership Team and have started making positive changes within our school. Please keep track of all that we are learning this term via the school blog.
Ms Richmond
P7/6 Teacher
November 2017
Learning Letter P7.6 Term 2 – 2017-18

Learning Letters

P6 Learning Letter Term 2

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Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome to term 2 in Primary 6. All of the children have settled well into P6 and we are looking forward to a busy and fun term. There is lots to look forward to, including our new IDL context: Mid Calder Memories. Also, all pupils are part of a Junior Leadership Team and have started making positive changes within our school. Please keep track of all that we are learning this term via the school blog.
Mr Renshaw
P6 Teacher
November 2017
Learning Letter P6 Term 2 – 2017-18

Learning Letters, Primary 5

P5 Learning Letter term 2

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Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome to term 2 in Primary 5. All of the children have settled well into P5 and we are looking forward to a busy and fun term. There is lots to look forward to, including our new IDL context: Mid Calder Memories. Also, all pupils are part of a Junior Leadership Team and have started making positive changes within our school. Please keep track of all that we are learning this term via the school blog.
Miss Anderson and Mrs Campbell
P5 Teachers
November 2017
Learning Letter P5 term 2 17-18

Learning Letters, Primary 3

P3 Learning Letter Term 2

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Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome to Term 2 in Primary 3. All of the children have settled well into P3 and we are looking forward to a
busy and fun term 2. The highlights of last term included our Dinosaur IDL context, a trip to the National
Museum of Scotland, a visit from Mr T.Rex and sharing our learning with P1 and P7 through our Mid Calder
Museum. All pupils have also now joined a Junior Leadership Team and look forward to making positive
changes within our school this year.
Miss Sherlow
November 2017
Learning Letter P3 Term 2

Learning Letters, Primary 2

P2 Term 2 Learning Letter

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Dear Parent/Carer,

Welcome to Term 2 in Primary 2. All of the children have settled well into P2 and we are looking forward to a busy and fun term 2. The highlights of last term included our Dinosaur IDL context, a trip to the National Museum of Scotland, a visit from Mr T. Rex and sharing our learning with P1 and P7 through our Mid Calder Museum. All pupils have also now joined a Junior Leadership Team and look forward to making positive changes within our school this year.

Mrs Smith

Learning Letter P2 Term 2