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Year 1 - Pear Class
Welcome Back!
We have had a lovely start to the Summer Term! We’ve been busy learning about Sharing a Shell and reinforcing our knowledge of lots of 2, 5 and 10s. We hope our wonderful commitment to learning continues throughout our last term in Year 1, hopefully with some lovely Summer weather.
Happy Easter!
A huge thank you to all our parents for all of your help this term. We have had a fantastic Spring Term and we hope everyone has a wonderful and relaxing Easter break. We will see you all soon for a fun Summer Term!
Bring and Share a Book
To end this term we learnt all about the importance of sharing in the book Mine! We also heard all about how busy home life can be in All in One Piece. A huge thank you to those who have shared a book this term and we look forward to more being shared as we go into the Summer Term.
Easter Service
Reverend David Keen led a wonderful KS1 Easter Service, celebrating the message of hope and new life. All children proudly wore handmade Easter bonnets which added joy to the celebration.
Easter Gardens
After learning about the Easter Story over the last few weeks Pear Class explored the story by creating their own Easter Gardens. Using soil, plants, stones and crosses they designed scenes representing new life and hope. They were all very excited to make their own gardens.
Cricket
We got to enjoy the sun this week during an exciting cricket workshop. The children were introduced to batting and fielding through fun and engaging activities. A huge thank you to Shaun for organising a fantastic workshop.
Bring and Share a Book
This week we had two more lovely books shared. First we read the book The Bear Who Went BOO, hearing all about the funny adventures of a cheeky bear. To follow we read a book perfect for reading at bed time Goodnight Little Bear.
Design and Technology
Pear Class explored creativity by designing and making delicious cold desserts. Through being hands on they measured, layered and decorated their desserts all while having fun! Some were enjoyed more than others but everyone had fun when making them!
Bring and Share a Book
We loved hearing two new books this week. To start the week in I Love You as Big as the World we all thought about how much we loved everyone in our families. Next we had a wonderful time spotting the butterflies in a Pop Up Butterflies book. Thank you girls for sharing your favourite books.
Red Nose Day
We had an amazing time celebrating Red Nose Day! With funny outfits and exciting activities, we supported a great cause while spreading laughter throughout our school.
Science Investigation
This week we had great fun exploring which materials are best for a waterproof coat. We tested wood, fabric, plastic, foil and paper by pouring water on them, discovering which kept the teddy dry the best. We then discussed which material would be best, learning about their properties. We thoroughly enjoyed our day of being scientists!
Global Recycling Day
Pear Class had a fantastic time crafting toilet roll animals to celebrate Global Recycling Day! Using recycled materials, we creat3d amazing creatures while learning about sustainability and caring for our planet.
Bring and Share a Book
A huge thank you to the two boys who selected their favourite books from home to share with us this week. We really enjoyed learning about both space and time! Thank you boys!
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm
Pear Class went to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm this week. The children did so well to travel all the way there on the coach, despite the long journey. We saw lots of exciting animals from meerkats to bears and lions and even managed to watch a bird of prey show! It was a pleasure to take the children as their behaviour was exemplary. Everyone had a fantastic time and we hope you enjoy seeing the photos.
Science Fair
Pear Class were lucky this week and got to visit the Science Fair. They loved learning from the other children who described their projects and the science behind them. Thank you to everyone for sharing your projects with us!
Bring and Share a Book
Pear Class loved hearing the two books shared this week. They enjoyed hearing the classic book The Tiger Who Came to Tea and also loved hunting for the cats in the interactive book There Are Cats In This Book. Thank you both for sharing!
More from World Book Day...
Please enjoy looking through the photos of all of our costumes. Thank you all for dressing up!
World Book Day
We had a brilliant time today celebrating World Book Day. Every child in Pear Class looked fantastic in their outfits and costumes. The children had a fun day filled with lots of different opportunities. As a class we encouraged the reading of bed time stories by exploring a variety of books throughout the day on cushions, blankets and in tents. We hope the children thoroughly enjoyed their day and a huge thank you to all the parents for their help with the children’s costumes.
Transparency
After learning about the meaning of the word transparency and identifying transparent materials, we made our very own glasses. We had so much fun making our glasses and seeing our classroom through the different colours.
Pancake Race
This week we learnt all about the importance of Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday and how these events are celebrated. We celebrated Shrove Tuesday this week and the race was on! We had a fantastic time outside having a pancake race against Pine Class, with even the adults getting involved!
Bring and Share a Book
We started the half term off well with two different books. First we read Minecraft Creative Handbook, where we were taught how to use creative mode and lots of other fun facts. Our second book was When Amelia Grows Up, where we heard about all of the different jobs that Amelia could do when she grows up. Thank you for sharing your books with us!
Disco!
We all had a fantastic time dancing and singing along with Pine Class and Year 2 at the school disco. A huge thank you PTA for organising this wonderful event.
Direction
As the weather was lovely this week, we managed to get outside when learning about direction. After learning about clockwise and anti-clockwise on a clock, we directed each other around the playground using directional language.
Science
This week Pear Class learnt all about different materials and as a class we came up with words to describe these materials. Then in groups we picked our own categories and sorted a selection of materials.
Bring and Share a Book
To end the half term we had two books which were beautifully read by the children themselves. Our first book was The Day the Bananas went Bad where we learnt to celebrate what makes us different. The second book shared was The Happy Postbunny where we went on a woodland adventure with a bunny. We can’t wait for more wonderful next half term.
Art
Pear Class worked hard this week when learning about kindness. The children carefully copied a picture from the book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. Here are a few of their lovely pictures.
Bring and Share a Book
We had two more fantastic books to share this week. To start the week Pear Class enjoyed hearing the story of the skeleton family in Funnybones. At the end of the week the children enjoyed making donkey sounds during the book The Wonky Donkey. Thank you to the children for sharing their books.
Moving Rapunzel Books
This half term Pear Class have made moving Rapunzel books and they’ve done an amazing job! To make their books the children have been busy colouring, painting, plaiting, cutting and joining. The children demonstrated fantastic independence and resilience throughout the project.
Bring and Share a Book
We had two more great books to share this week, Supertato and My Bum is so Noisy. The children loved hearing the books and asking questions. We look forward to more books being shared next week!
Chinese New Year
This week we celebrated Chinese New Year. We learnt about the story of the Chinese Zodiac, discovering how the names of the years started. We found out that Pear Class were either born in the year of the Pig or the Dog. To begin the week we wrote lovely messages to each other and made our very own red envelopes for them to be placed in. To celebrate us entering the year of the Snake, we made our very own snakes and even got to taste different Chinese food!
3D Shapes
This week Pear Class got creative when learning about 3D shapes. After learning about vertices, edges and faces we put our knowledge to the test and tried to make our own 3D shapes. We used magnets, Lego and Playdoh to make our shapes, finding some shapes easier to make.
Bring and Share a Book
This term we have swapped our Show and Tell sessions for Bring and Share a Book. Everyone will get a chance to bring in their favourite books to share with their friends. We started off well with The Three Little Pigs and Goodnight Harry. We look forward to hearing everyone’s stories over the term.
Celebration Time!
A huge thank you to Mr Conway who came in to show us his MBE. He obtained his MBE in 2018 for his dedication over 43 years to his company. We really enjoyed hearing about your experience at Buckingham Palace and seeing the photos of you and Princess Anne.
Bee-Bots
Pear Class were very excited to use bee-bots this week. The children learnt about directional language and put their knowledge to the test. We spent time learning how the bee-bots worked and then made our own maps to get the bee-bots from one space to another.
PE
We have been working hard in PE this half term. We have been learning how to throw, catch and kick different objects. The children have loved getting active and putting their skills to the test.
Celebration Time!
We always love to celebrate achievements outside of school and this week we got to celebrate our very own majorettes star, a huge well done.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year everyone! Pear Class have had a fantastic first week back and are ready to see what Spring Term has to offer.
Last Day of Term Fun
Pear Class had a wonderful last day of term with all of their friends. The children enjoyed the ‘Elfie’ booth, where they could make themselves into an elf, and also enjoyed playing with the toys that Father Christmas had brought in earlier in the week. We hope you all have a fantastic holiday and enjoy the rest.
Christmas Art
In the last week of term Pear Class were very creative and drew not only the Grinch’s hand but also Father Christmas himself. Their art work was amazing.
Church Visit
The children in Key Stage 1 went on a visit to St James’ Church this week to share the Christmas story. We heard Year 2 sing a song from their Nativity and also shared a song from ours. Thank you Reverend David for having us.
Pantomime Visit
A huge thank you to the PTA for giving us the amazing experience of attending the local Pantomime and for providing sweets for the interval. Pear Class loved every second of Jack and the Beanstalk.
Snowmen
Pear Class were very excited to make their own snowmen this week. They all painted their own snowmen and then got the opportunity to pick the hat and scarf they wanted for their snowmen.
Father Christmas Visit
We were very lucky to have a visit from Father Christmas and an elf in a helicopter. The children loved seeing the helicopter land and they had the opportunity to give their letters to Father Christmas himself.
Puppets
This half term Pear Class have been busy making their very own puppets. The children were extremely creative, working independently to design and make their own puppets. We were hugely impressed with the final puppets made.
Sponsored Run
A huge well done to the whole of Year 1 who went out together to complete their sponsored run. The children demonstrated great determination and enthusiasm, which made us very proud. We would like the thank everyone who has sponsored the children, your money will be going to a great cause, A School in a Bag.
SNOW!
Pear Class couldn’t resist going outside for a few minutes to experience the snow. We never know how long it will be until we experience it again.
RSPCA Visit
Pear Class were extremely lucky to have a visit from Alex who works at the RSPCA. She taught us all about what to do if animals are poorly and how to care for them ourselves. We then learnt all about hedgehogs, including where they live and what they eat and drink. The children then got creative and made their own hedgehogs, using clay and spaghetti.
Children in Need
To celebrate Children in Need, we made and decorated our own Pudsey biscuits. Throughout the week we learnt about the charity Children in Need and why we wear non-school uniform.
Welcome Sign
Mrs Hodgson tasked Year 1 with making a new Welcome Sign for the Welcome Garden as you come into our school. Pear Class had a fantastic time using the paints to decorate the letters and the posts. We hope you enjoy looking at the new signs on your way into our school.
Remembrance
This week to celebrate Remembrance Day Pear Class joined the rest of the school to observe the 2 minute silence. As a class we discussed why we take part in this silence. We also learnt about the importance of poppies and made our own.
Inter Faith Week
A huge thank you to Kerri Hill for coming in during Inter Faith Week to teach us how to do a Jewish Celebration Dance. Pear Class thoroughly enjoyed the session and performed the dance excellently!
Computing
Pear Class got creative on the iPads in our first week back from half term. After discussing the firework shows that we had all seen, the children made their very own firework displays on the iPads.
Maths
This week we developed our understanding of patterns using different resources found in the classroom. After the children made their own patterns they then swapped with a friend who continued to develop their pattern further.
Black History Month
To celebrate October being Black History Month we learnt all about Betty Campbell, the first black headteacher in Wales. We also created a piece of art using our mark making skills.
Mask Making
This week we invited our parents to come into school to help us make masks. Darrell Wakelam challenged us with making farm yard animal masks. The children and adults got creative, cutting and shaping cardboard to make different animal features. Some of us were very lucky to have our parents or family members helping us and we are very grateful for their help with their own children and also the other children sat near them. We can’t wait for everyone to see our masks displayed In the corridor!
Hello Yellow Day!
On Friday we all came to school dressed in yellow to celebrate Mental Health Day. We spoke about the importance of friendships and what we do with our friends that make us happy. We had a lovely day and enjoyed putting our mental health first.
Art
Pear Class continued to develop their Art skills when drawing and decorating a hedgehog. They all did extremely well, please enjoy a few examples of their great work.
National Poetry Day
This week we celebrated National Poetry Day in different ways. We enjoyed Mrs Cashmore’s challenge of writing a class acrostic poem. After writing our poem, we looked at another poem about leaves, which we had to learn and then we recorded ourselves reciting it. Then to continue our fun, we all went outside to explore Autumnal leaves.
Harvest Festival
This week we celebrated our Harvest Festival. The children sang beautifully and a huge well done to the children who read their own prayers. Thank you to Rev. Keen for comimg in to lead our worship.
Computing
This week in Computing Pear Class were tasked to use a keyboard. Using the keyboard the children had to write their own names and then had to write their own sentences. Everyone enjoyed being creative when using the iPads and had a great time exploring the keyboard.
Measurement
In Maths this week we were learning about measurement. Each child picked a leaf from the playground and then explored the classroom to find a object which was longer than their leaf and another which was shorter. Later in the week each child measured and recorded theie height.
Art
In Art this week we continued to explore mark making by each drawing our own tree. Here are a few of the trees that Pear Class drew.
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
In English this week we went on a bear hunt! The children found footprints in the class which led us on an adventure around the school. After following the footprints we found a big, brown, fluffy bear sleeping in a tree!
Owl Visit
We were very lucky this week to have a visit from Owl Obsession who brought in their owls. We met a variety of owls learning their names, where they are from and other fun owl facts. We even managed to feel their feathers! Thank you to the PTA for organising this visit.
Art
The children were creative this week in Art. They showed off their artistic skills by drawing The Crocodile from The Enormous Crocodile. The children all drew their own crocodile, which you can see in the photos, focussing on their attention to detail, before decorating their crocodiles using different media.
Senses
This week we learnt all about our five senses. The children enjoyed exploring and testing their senses at different sensory stations before exploring their senses further in the sensory garden.
Maths
In Mathematics this week we learnt how to use a number line. To do this we played a game against our friends, rolling a dice and moving our counter accordingly. It was a fun way to consolidate our knowledge of addition and subtraction.
Computing
For our first computing lesson of the year, we took the iPads outside to explore our school. The children opened the camera app to take their own photos of the school grounds. Here are some of the great photos that Pear Class took.
Welcome to Pear Class!
We have had a fantastic start to the year this week in Pear Class. All of the children came into school looking smart, with huge smiles ready to see what Year 1 has to offer. We heard all about their amazing Summer holidays and all of the different activities the children got up to.
We are looking forward to the upcoming year and all of the new experiences this may bring.