Daily Archives: March 24, 2020

Story choices for tomorrow

Hi everyone,

I hoped you enjoyed Mog on Fox Night.

The choices for tomorrow’s story are Twinkles, Arthur and Puss

Twinkles, Arthur and Puss

Or The Little Mole who knew it was none of His Business

The Little Mole who knew it was None of his Business

Send me a message (just click on reply above) to let me know which one you would like me to post.

I hope you are having a good day,

Sarah

Games

Hi Everyone

There are lots of maths and language opportunities playing games

Why don’t you try playing some board games or card games together?

Why not try snakes and ladders, Junior monopoly, draughts, dominoes, playing cards ,skittles or make your own game up and share it on the school blog?

Here is a link for ideas on card games for children

https://wehavekids.com/parenting/Card-Games-For-Kids

and other games ideas

75 Fun & Free Indoor Games for Kids – Boredom Busters for All Ages

 

Have fun !

Clare

 

CAMHS Standing Yoga Programme For Children

Hello learners!  The Orange Class have been piloting the CAMHS Standing Yoga Programme since February.

Would you like to try ????   

Why not have a go and let us know what you think in the comments!

Please find below a link to the full programme document with notes.                                       CAMHS Standing Yoga Programme Level 1

Alternatively, here are easy to follow pictures for you to try!

Mountain

Stand still, feet slightly apart and arms by your sides.  Slowly stretch arms out to the side, then raise them above your head.                                                                                                                      Hold the stretch for count of 5. Slowly lower arms back by your side.

 Mountain

 Starfish

Stand still with feet spread apart, arms by your sides and point toes to the front for a few moments.  Take a deep breath and raise arms out by your side.  Palms facing forward.          Hold for the count of 5-10.

Starfish

Reindeer

Stand still at the top of the mat with feet side by side.  Place your hands on the mat, on either side of your feet.  Take a step back with your left foot and place it sideways on the mat, toes pointing to the side of the mat.  Keeping your right knee bent and lift your chest and the rest of your body upwards.  Straighten your arms and raise them arms overhead.                               Hold for the count of 5-10.  Repeat with other side.

Reindeer 

Owl

Stand with your feet spread far apart.  Turn your left foot sideways and turn your right foot forward.  Raise your arms.  Turn your head to the right and bend you right knee.                    Hold for the count of 5-10.  Repeat on the other side.

 

Owl 

I hope you really enjoyed standing yoga and had lots of fun!

Thanks to CAMHS Claire Wakefield, Alexia Mitchell & Sarah MacFarlane .

CAMHS LD Occupational Therapy Standing Yoga Programme                                                              Adapted from Yoga Ed.’s Resource:   Gruber, T. and Kalish, L., 2005. Yoga Pretzels. London: Barefoot Books Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alternative to Movement – Some New and Familiar Activities

Hi all,

I have added an alternative to Movement Activities for our children should you wish or prefer to use the below videos. All videos are from YouTube therefore you may be able to display them on your TV as opposed to smaller devices, should your home equipment allow this.

These short clips are representative of some of the short videos i used with our primary pupils last year. Many of our secondary pupils still really enjoy them and have been known to try to join in while they are passing Primary taking part in our PE hall. So please let them have a go and join in.

Please use them as you wish. You don’t need to do them all. This is just some alternative ideas which will provide some sense of recognition and familiarity to our children.

In particular some of these clips were used as opportunities to stretch and follow instructions for those children with particular movement limitations.

If i can help in any way in relation to PE, Movement and Outdoor Learning then please feel free to drop me an email.

Busy Feet <———– Click here for Busy feet as it doesn’t give the preview on this blog.

Take care, Be Safe, Keep Active and have Fun!