Some of you may be very familiar with this image of a rainbow. It has become a very important symbol of these times with a lot of children from around the world placing rainbows in their windows.
However, why and when does a rainbow appear?
This short video might help to explain:
Can you remember all the colours of the rainbow?
This video might help:
You could practice learning the colours by playing the games on this website:
For both of these you will need a paper plate or semi-circle of card (could be from a cereal box?) along with tissue paper, colouring pens or pencils or perhaps paint with some cotton ball clouds to finish it off.
You might also like to try a Rainbow Treasure Hunt – you could make a sheet up like this to help you:
Finally, we can’t end our rainbow lesson without hearing the most famous rainbow song from the movies:
There are many important symbols in Buddhism, here are just two which you may already know: –
Here are some activities you could try:-
– an easy origami lotus flower made from a square of coloured paper
– or a trickier, but very pretty flower, made with different coloured squares
You could also attempt to make some lotus flower designs from cup cake cases-
Here is an easy moon activity using some aluminium foil. Just crush up a circle of foil, flatten it out and stick it onto a background.
For a dharma wheel craft activity try this from CBeebies:
Finally, this pretty “stained glass” lotus flower is also a simple lesson in symmetry! It looks very pretty hung in a window for the light to shine through it, and would be perfect for Vesak celebrations.
You will need:
Black card
Pink tissue paper
Glue
Instructions:
Fold the card in half and draw on the petals of a lotus flower, using our photo as a guide.
Carefully cut out the pieces.
Glue a piece of pink tissue paper to the back of the card.
Hang your picture up against a window, or somewhere the light will shine through it.
Good morning Gold class. Lots of activities for you to enjoy to day.
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2. Literacy: Messy writing. Can you make a messy tray with shaving foam or sand and practice writing the following words :
at, bat, cat, an, can, man, as, has, bad, dad, had, sad.
3.Social Studies
4 Story: In today’s story we are going to keep with our safari theme. For another South African story why don’t you have a look at Jock of the Bushveld. There was a movie made of him too called Hero Dog.
5. Sign of the day: Head to the the section to find out what signs you will be learning today.
6. Food Technology: Try making this delicious South African treat called Cremora Tart. Click on the picture to enlarge
7. ICT/ Technology
8. Music: Head over to the music section to see what has been planned. Also here is some traditional South African Music to listen to. Do you like it?
That is all for today. Have a lovely weekend and pop back on Monday to see what has been planned for you.
Good morning Pink Class – it’s a brand new day, what day is it?
Calendar/Movement –
It’s a brand new month – May
Let’s learn about May while getting fit and moving!
Assembly –
I can’t wait to see what today’s assembly is about. I know Tracey has been working hard on it for you. Pop over to see.
Life Skills –
Can you fold your clothes then put them away neatly in your wardrobe and drawers? It’s very tricky!
Literacy –
Read this story about Kipper, then answer the questions.
Social Studies –
Have a look in your garden.
We have been looking at seeds and plants this week. Where would the best place be to grow some plants? Think about what seeds need to grow.
Can an adult help you make a plan of the garden?
Story –
I’ve been thinking about some more of my favourite stories from when I was a little girl. ‘The Ugly Duckling’ is a story both me and my little brother enjoyed.
What did you think? Did you like it?
Signs of the Day –
What signs will Lorna be teaching you today? Go and have a look.
Food Technology –
Shall we make some more flapjacks? They are soooo yummy!
ICT/Technology –
Music –
What does Connie have planned today for us?
Challenge of the Day –
Have a tweet!
Can you imitate bird calls and get them to call back to you? Challenge your family. Honestly it can be done!
Enjoy this story then see if you can answer the questions.
Social Studies –
Can you make a map of your walk today or your garden?
Story –
Let’s listen to some more stories about the earth.
Signs of the Day –
What signs will we learn today. Pop over to this section to sign with Lorna.
Food Technology –
Have a look through Pinewoods recipe book (using tab on right hand side). What could you make? Or make these yummy flapjacks again.
ICT/Technology –
Music –
What does Connie have planned for you today? Did you join in with singalong yesterday?
Challenge of the Day –
Use some of that sunshine to draw some shadow animals. What else would create a shadow for you to draw? Be creative!
Another challenge for you –
We have been working on birds this week and I’ve just found a great spotter sheet. Use this on your daily walks, see how many birds you spot over the weekend.
Have a great day and a restful weekend Pink Class!
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