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🌍⚽ World Cup Fun in Primary 4 ⚽🌍

Primary 4 have been having an amazing time celebrating the excitement of the World Cup! Our classroom has been buzzing with energy as we used this global event as a theme for rich interdisciplinary learning across the curriculum.

In maths, pupils explored data handling by collecting and analysing match results, creating tally charts, pictograms and even making predictions about which teams might win. There were lots of great discussions about scores, patterns and probability!

In literacy, learners developed their writing skills by designing team and country fact files. We also enjoyed reading about different countries competing in the tournament and sharing our ideas through class discussions.

Our art lessons were full of colour and creativity! Pupils designed their own football kits, balls, stadium scenes, and wall murals taking inspiration from countries around the world. The classroom has been transformed into a vibrant celebration of global culture.

In geography, we explored where different teams come from, locating countries on maps and learning about different continents. Pupils were fascinated by how diverse the world is and enjoyed discovering new places.

Throughout all of this, teamwork, cooperation and enthusiasm have been at the heart of our learning—just like in the World Cup itself!

Please enjoy the photos below, which capture just some of the fantastic learning, creativity and fun that Primary 4 have experienced during our World Cup topic.

Christmas in Romania with P4/5

We have been learning about Christmas around the World. To celebrate the different cultures in our classroom, one of our classmates taught us about his Christmas traditions in Romania. We took part in a fun quiz to test our knowledge, learned a traditional Romanian carol song and made our own Sorcova tissue flower for New Years.

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Christmas in Spain with P4/5

In P4/5, one of our classmates taught us about her Christmas traditions in Spain. She shared some interesting and fun facts! We took part in a fun quiz to test our knowledge, sang two carols; Noche de Paz (Silent Night) and Mi Burrito Sabanero. We learned about the Three Wise Men who visit Spanish children on the night of the 5th of January, delivering gifts or coal. We then played a fun game of pasar el paquete (pass the parcel), where one of our classmates got a gift from the Wise men and another unluckily got coal. It was a lot of fun!

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Spreading Christmas Cheer at Braid House

Our school choir had the wonderful opportunity to visit Braid House this week and share the festive spirit. The children performed a beautiful selection of Christmas carols and songs, filling the room with warmth and joy. Residents and staff were delighted, and it was heartwarming to see so many smiles. We are incredibly proud of our pupils for representing the school so well with their enthusiasm and lovely singing. A big thank-you to Braid House for welcoming us so warmly and making this special occasion possible.

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Learning About Remembrance Day – A Creative Tribute

This week, Primary 5 have been learning about the significance of Remembrance Day and the importance of honouring those who have served and sacrificed. Through stories, discussions, and reflection, the children have gained a deeper understanding of why we wear poppies and take time to remember.

We read The Fallen by Laurence Binyon, a moving poem that reminds us of the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for peace. The children listened thoughtfully and shared their ideas about what remembrance means to them.

To mark this special occasion, the children got creative with two beautiful poppy-themed crafts:

🌺 Cutting Craft Poppies – Using red and black paper, the children carefully cut and assembled their own poppies. This hands-on activity helped develop fine motor skills while reinforcing the symbolism of the poppy.

🌞 Suncatcher Poppies – We also made vibrant suncatcher poppies using tissue paper and clear contact sheets. These lovely creations now hang in our classroom windows, catching the light and serving as a gentle reminder of remembrance and hope.

We’re so proud of the thoughtful conversations and beautiful artwork the children have shared. It’s been a meaningful way to connect with history and express gratitude through creativity.

Challenge Poverty Week

P6/7 learned about the importance of shelter during poverty awareness week. We looked at the materials we would include in our houses and different shelter all around the world. We listened to the alternative eco friendly stories ‘The Three Little Eco Pigs’ and Cinderella and the Carbon Foot Prince’. We created our own comic strips to retell the stories. Here are some photos. 

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New Years Resolutions

It was lovely to welcome all our children back to Toronto after the Festive break.

P4/5 have started off their new year by reflecting on all that 2024 offered and making resolutions for the year ahead. They have set their own goals for what they would like to achieve in 2025.