This week our learning has been extremely hands on and practical and it has been awesome!
We started the week with a drama session in the hall, with Louise from Red House Theatre. We brought history to life and created a physical timeline, adding inventions through time as the morning went on. We became aeroplanes, computer typists, wheels and lightbulbs as we delighted in using drama to remember old inventions. We were excited to identify that nearly everything has been ‘invented’ and talked about our favourite inventions. What a fun morning!
On Tuesday morning, we enjoyed our swimming session at the local pool. Our confidence is improving and our skills are certainly progressing. Improvements are happening with each session. Swimming skills are so important, living where we do!
On Tuesday afternoon, we enjoyed holding our Jewish Shabbat in class. After lots of hard work and gaining knowledge over the half-term, the Shabbat was a great way to celebrate and conclude Learner’s learning around Judaism. The tables were decorated with cloths and candles. Learners shared toasted bagels and drank blackcurrant juice in special glasses. We said a prayer before we ate. It was very special and we enjoyed eating and relaxing together. Linking back to our learning, we could identify similarities with a traditional Shabbat celebration.
On Wednesday, we enjoyed a session with Hawkes Sports. This half-term we are working on developing our hockey skills. Learners have lots of enthusiasm for PE and always look forward to Wednesday’s session.
On Friday we enjoyed a visit to the forest, while we were there, we were able to focus on three different curriculum subjects. In Geography we were able to use compasses to identify North, South, East and West. With a Science focus we planted our own flower seeds, in order to bring back to the classroom to grow. We gathered natural materials, such as sticks, stones, grasses and feathers so that back in the classroom we can make patterns in art. This was outdoor learning at it’s best. Alongside this. we had plenty of fresh air and fun, climbing trees and exploring the forest!
Wow Learners, we’ve had the best week with the BEST learning!
We can’t wait for next week!
Learners love to learn 🙂