Year 5: The Pandas: Blog items
Hello Pandas, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 2nd Mar 2022 @ 10:28pm
Hello Pandas I hope you are looking forward to our visit to The Hindu Temple next week as much as I am. I am looking forward to being with you on Tuesday too for our writing session. Well done to the children who read in church this week , you were amazing.
Your homework is on Google Classroom- it is all about verbs, doing words.
Mrs Fletcher
Welcome Back, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 23rd Feb 2022 @ 3:05pm
Welcome back to school Panda's. I hope you all had a lovely half term break. Miss Eglin has now joined our lovely tribe and is working hard to make learning fun for you all. I will be popping in to see you all and also to do writing with you on Tuesday afternoons.
Your homework for this week is on Google Classroom and is a revision task in Maths.
The new subject organiser for this half term is now on the class page .
Have a great half term, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 11th Feb 2022 @ 1:46pm
Pandas, you have had an amazing half term . You have worked hard , had fun and of course we had our wonderful trip to Manchester Airport.
Next term Miss Eglin will be joining our teamafter half term and I know that she is looking forward to it very much.
Make sure you all have a great break and I am looking forward to seeing what you have been up to in your holiday passports.
Safer Internet Day, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 9th Feb 2022 @ 10:44pm
Tuesday 8th February was Safer Internet Day. The Pandas took part in a Vtes for Schools discussion. They discussed the question Is the Internet bad for friendships?
They reached the conclusion that the internet is good for somethings but it is still better to play with people face to face. Our discussion went on to playing games online with people that we do not really know and how we have to make sure we are safe.
This lead to us watching the first episode of a series of internet safety stories called Hectors World where we learnt about not giving our details online to people we do not know. If you would like to share the rest of these stories with your chld this is the link.
episode 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snbQ3GTXogo
episode 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUAXS3P9sDE
episode 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sk6ac-s5pL0
episode 4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9uLTG3jrvA
Assembly blog, by Mrs Catterall
Date: 6th Feb 2022 @ 3:07pm
Today in assembly on Tuesday we talked about, animals and how they are the same and if they work well together. The animals we saw were penguins, dolphins and whales, zebras and ostriches and a crocodile and a bird. We also talked about when it’s important to work together.
Our Thursday picture news assembly asked the question ‘What type of events do you think deserve a celebration?’ This question came about as the Queen announced a special competition ahead of her Platinum Jubilee later this year. On the 6th February Queen Elizabeth will have reigned for 70 years!
The competition is to design a pudding. There will also be a 4 day bank holiday in June and other events too. We all like celebrating birthdays and weddings and fireworks.
Super Research, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 31st Jan 2022 @ 8:59pm
Well done Panda's you really impressd me with your IT skills today. You all did an amazing job logging onto your chrome books and then researching famous landmarks in Europe.
Assembly blog, by Mrs Catterall
Date: 30th Jan 2022 @ 10:48pm
In our assembly on Tuesday, we talked about a picture and how old it was and how we knew it was old then Mrs Catterall told us a story about the boy in the old picture. Next, we saw a picture of a light bulb, then an old film projector, after we saw a picture of a phonograph and a gramophone. We then discovered that the boy in the first picture was Thomas Edison and he invented all of the other items in the pictures. We discussed how he would have needed to work hard, that there would have been failures along the way but he kept going. We reflected on when we have had to be like Thomas Edison today and how if we come across something which is tricky or hard work we shouldn’t give up.
In our assembly on Thursday we talked about Rose off strictly come dancing and how well she did because she is part deaf. We also talked how many people want to learn sign language. This is in the news because people were voting for it to be recognised as an official language in law. We also asked if anyone knew any parts of sign language, year 3 and year 4 performed the rainbow song to the school, they have been learning it during their LPS+ lessons. We also talked about which is more important touch, sound, smell, taste, hear or sight.
Lucie and Evie
Assembly blog, by Mrs Catterall
Date: 23rd Jan 2022 @ 1:48pm
In our assembly on Tuesday we focused on dreams and goals. We are learning to face the big fears of our mountains / challenges. We read a story about a rescue dog that helps in the cold misty mountains and a little boys life, that story taught us not to give up.
On Thursday we had our picture news assembly with the question - is it ever fair to treat others differently because of their looks? We discussed that a Chinese footballer had to cover up his tattoo and he had no choice. We also thought about other jobs like nurses, soldiers and chefs etc. We talked about how it’s not right to judge people by their looks or their culture.
Lucy year 6
Manchester Airport Trip, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 20th Jan 2022 @ 4:37pm
The Pandas have had a wonderful day visiting The Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport.
The trip was organised to enhance learning about ways we can travel to Europe and as part of our LPS+ curriculum to learn about future careers.
Well we certainly learnt about aeroplanes, we learnt about concord, DC10's just to name 2. We saw planes take off and land including the worlds largets passenger plane the A380. The pilots even waved to us as they taxied past. After our outdoor session we went into a classroom inside the front of a Monarch DC10. The children learnt about so many different careers linked to aviation such as pilots, cabin crew, air traffic control, the emergency services that are on site just to name a few. As we left the airport the children were very excited to share with their famlies today's exciting adventure.
Assembly blog, by Mrs Catterall
Date: 16th Jan 2022 @ 3:09pm
On Tuesday in assembly, we were taking about what our Jigsaw lessons are all about - Friendships, how to be respectful, ways to keep safe, working together as a team, how our bodies change as we get older. This half term our topic is all about dreams and goals. We also mentioned what we might want to do in the future for a job. We thought about how the journey to this might be a bit of a roller coaster, there can be ups and downs and sometimes people change direction to end up doing a different job than the one they first wanted. But all the way we have to remember our learning powers to work hard and self improve, to show commitment, resilience and perseverance.
On Thursday our picture news assembly was all about the James Webb Telescope. This is in the news this week because NASA have sent it up into space to find out what our Universe looks like.
I wonder if when we grow up we might get to go into space ourselves. Does anyone want to be an astronaut? Scientists, engineers, designers will all work together to design the space telescope, it takes a long time to create and test. These people both boys and girls will have had to use their learning powers like we talked about in assembly on Tuesday.
Superstar Storytellers, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 6th Jan 2022 @ 3:46pm
This week we have been using the story of Baba Yaga and the Black Geese in English to create story maps of the main events. Today the children watched a clip of Wilf Merttrns tellig his version of the story. As a class we worked together to pick out what he did to make his story telling so awesome, Then we had a go! We were amazing. Some of us have been videoed and lots more children will be soon.
Homework, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 6th Jan 2022 @ 3:43pm
Homework this week has been sent home in the red book bags ( if they were in school), or the children's blue bags. It is a maths task based on equall grops which we were working on before the holidays and then again this week. It needs to be returned to school on Tuesday please.
Projects are due in again tihis term. please look at the subject organiser, on the class page on the website or on Google Classroom for ideas. The project doesn't have to be linked to anything on there it can be about a hobby, interest or even a favourite book or author.
2022 begins, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 4th Jan 2022 @ 8:50pm
Welcome back everyone. It was lovely to see all of you this morning. Thank you for all of your lovely Christmas gifts.
The new term has got of to an amazing start . Today was very exciting as we got to meet Nutmeg, a guide dog and to learn about Braille on world Braille Day.
Christmas Party Fun, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 14th Dec 2021 @ 8:11pm
Today was Christmas party day and the children had great fun dancing and playing party games. Father Christmas paid a visit too. The children unable to join us today willl get their presents when they are able to join us in school again.
Panto Trip, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 1st Dec 2021 @ 8:18pm
The Panda's all had an aboslutely amazing time watching Aladdin this morning. They enjoyed every minute of it. Every child had a favourite character and it was great to see them having so much time. We have also got lots of great dancers amongst us !
Trip to Blackpool to watch Aladdin, by Mr Pearson
Date: 1st Dec 2021 @ 2:46pm
Today the whole school got on 3 double deckers and travelled to Blackpool Globe Theatre pleasure land to watch Aladdin. We all had a fabulous time thank you very much to all our volunteers who came to help and to Anna for organising.
Another Busy Week, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 28th Nov 2021 @ 11:10am
The Pandas have had a nother busy week. They have finished their unit of work in English using 2 books they really enjoyed- John Patrick Norman McHennesy The Boy Who Wa Always Late and Dear Teacher.
In maths they have been busy learning about money using pounds and coins.
Sxience this week has been looking at what some animals do in autumn to prepare fr winter and what happens to leaves.
On their LPS+ afternoon the children started to lern British Sign Language with Mrs Woolley and Miss Lynch.
Next week is another busy week with the trip to the pantomome on Wednesday smething to really look forward to.
Remembrance, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 12th Nov 2021 @ 10:29am
On Thursday the children continued thinking about Remembrance and why we remember. They started their work on Wednesday with Mrs Woolley and Miss Lynch learning about poppois and then making their own poppies.
On Thursday we joined in the Remembrance servie in the hall with the whole school and our VIP visitor Mr Turner form the Royal British Legion.
In class we continued to learn about World War 2 and learnt how to draw poppies.
Snow White production, by Mr Pearson
Date: 2nd Nov 2021 @ 2:23pm
A special treat for all the children today, Mrs Brown organised for a pantomime to come into school based on Snow White. All the children had a fantastic time.
VR Tour of the World, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 1st Nov 2021 @ 8:51pm
WOW What an exciting first day back!
This mrning the children had a wonderful time using virtual reality headsets to go on a tour of the world. They visited India, Italy, Brazil, Peru, Mexico, Jordan and China. In each country they were able to explore a famous landmark such as the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, The Taj Mahal in India, The Great Wall of China etc.
This work linked with our Geography from last term when we were learning about the 7 continents. It has also enhnced our understanding of human features in geography and allowed us to use our English skills to write a recount.
Every single child in the class thought it was an amazing experience.
End of the week news, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 22nd Oct 2021 @ 2:32pm
The Pandas have had a wonderful first half term in Year 2. They have settled down, are working hard and becoming independent learners. It has been great to chat to so many parents this week online or on the phone.
Half term homework is the red passport which the children shouls all have. I have handed out the ones that were put in the box.
Please keep reading too.
Next half term PE will move to Tuesday morning as well as Friday afternoon.
A new timetable and knowledge organiser will be appearing on the class page.
Have a lovely break and see you all soon
Mrs Fletcher and Mrs Woolley
Google Classroom, by Mr Pearson
Date: 12th Oct 2021 @ 11:31am
A guide has been added to the class page to give you directions how to access Google Classroom and Google Meet for parents evening.
Please check you have your child's username and login.
Lion's your is coming home today 12th October
Please have a look at how to do before Monday so we can answer any questions.
Kind regards
Mr Pearson
A busy week, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 10th Sep 2021 @ 1:38pm
The Pandas have had a very busy week. They are all trying really hard with their learning. We have now made a start in all of our curriculum areas so the children have had a taste of what Year 2 learning is going to be like.
As a class we are focussing on developing our listening skills, listening to adults and to each other.
We have had our first KS1 assembly in the hall which was lovely as it has been a long time since we have been able to do that.
Toast and milk lists are now up and running. For those children not having toast please can we remind you that he children only need 1 healthy snack with them ofr morning playtime. Fruit is provided in the afternoon.
Today the class have met their new teachers for French, Music and sport and enjoyed computing with Coding Becky. Art with a specialist teacher will begin next Friday.
Than you to the parents who joined me on Wednesday fior meet the teacher. A copy of the leter and what we talked through is now on the class website page.
Hope you all have a lovely weekend
Mrs Fletcher and Mrs Woolley
Welcome Back, by Mrs Fletcher
Date: 5th Sep 2021 @ 12:16pm
The Pandas have made a super start to Year 2. They have settled in well and are working hard.
We will be sending new Google Classroom passwords home with the children on Monday. You will need them to join the Meet The Teacher meeting on Wednesday afternoon and to access homework.
PE will start on Tuesday as=nd reading books will be changed on Wednesdays.
A lovely last day!, by Mrs Pratten
Date: 20th Jul 2021 @ 5:03pm
We had a great last day.Fun with the parachute,saying goodbye to Y6 and time with friends.A last picnic in the shade and last picture of the Year1 Pandas.
Thank you Pandas for being a f a n t a s t i c tribe, parents for being amazing in what has been a tough year.A big thank you for our lovely gifts as always much appreciated but not expected.
Have a lovely, lovely and break and see you all in September,keep safe ????
