Our Class

Our Class

Saturday 25 April 2015

The week that was..

A short one.. but we are back!

Reminders: if you have not done so already, please ensure the permission slips for the trip to New World and the food sampling are returned asap. Many thanks.

Last week: In Maths, we started looking at multiplying using either Place Value Partitioning (PVP) or Rounding and Compensation (R&C). Most get this. Ask your children if they can show you the difference:
eg. PVP
4 x 24
(4 x 20) + (4 x 4)

R & C
4 x 18
(4 x 20) - (4 x 2)

In Writing, we started work on narratives with a focus on writing an exciting opening that engages the reader. I also placed a heavy emphasis on editing; ie. not just correcting but also adding more interesting vocabulary / figurative language.

In Reading, we studied Journal stories and articles that were all linked in some way to Gallipoli and the Anzacs. I learned a lot!

For spelling, I have started using regular dictation sessions for those that are struggling. During this time, the top spellers are working on spelling sheets designed to extend them.

At the end of the week, we put on our Year 6 camp assembly. Considering how rushed the children were to get something half decent together, they acquitted themselves really well. Here's a short video of the action:


Also, here are some snaps from the week:





Another short week looms...


Sunday 19 April 2015

Welcome back!

Reminders:

  • PE Tops are required on Tuesday and Thursday.
  • Hats are NOT compulsory this term.
  • If your child has expressed an interest in joining the running club this term, our first run is 7.30am this Thursday. NB. we are not waiting for latecomers.
A short week this week. On day one we are doing a rotation among the Year 6 classes for our intro. to this term's Inquiry Topic.

For the rest of the week I shall have an ANZAC theme running across a lot of the work as I feel it important that the children have a good understanding of the significance of Anzac Day.. especially this year.

In Maths, we shall be delving into the murky world of multiplication and division. We shall be starting with using rounding and compensation to help us multiply... ask your children at the end of the week if they can demo. this for you.

And finally..

Dancing during the Sports Assembly at the end of last term:


.. also, who could ever forget the appearance of 'The Stig'...