Do bigger plants have the biggest leaves?

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This afternoon we investigated the question "Do bigger plants have the biggest leaves?" We made a prediction and Herons had many different opinions.

We measured plants to see if we were correct and we found that it didn't matter how big the plants were, even small plants have very big…

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Partitioning tens and units

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In Maths this week we are looking at the value of tens and ones in teen numbers and beyond. The children are working independently and as a whole class to partition given numbers. 

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A visit from the Guinea Pigs

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Today we had a lovely visit from Rory's Guinea pigs, Stars and Frank. Rory expertly told us all about how to look after them, what they like and dislike and handled them beautifully. Very one was excited to have a stroke with Frank. 

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Dan Worsley opens our new library

Last week, our favourite author, Dan Worsley opened our new library.

 

Before he took part in a Q and A session with us, Annie from our class gave him a copy of her first book, 'The chamber in the school!' Dan was so impressed he was lost for words.

 

What did you ask Dan? What did you…

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Ordering caterpillars and gutters

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This week we are ordering things according to length. We have used the language, longest, shortest, longer, shorter as we ordered caterpillars and lengths of guttering. 

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Library Opening

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Little Chicks dressed up for the re-opening of the library. The children were captivated by the story author Dan Worsley told us and as we walked back to class Dan commented on their excellent behaviour. Well done Little Chicks! we are very proud of you!

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A visit from Oscar and Della the tortoises

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We had a visit from Ethan's tortoises and learned lots about how to look after them, where they live and what they like to eat. They children loved handling the tortoises and watching their behaviour. 

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Story telling by Dan Worsley

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We really enjoyed celebrating the re-opening of our library by listening to local author Dan Worsley telling us a story.

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Speaking and Listening

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Hands On Animals

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We enjoyed a lovely morning with Kelly from Hands On Animals finding out all about the mini beasts and other creatures that she brought in. Some of us were very brave and either handled or touched e creatures. We learnt lots and enjoyed asking questions to help us learn more.

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Category: Ducklings

Understanding the World mini-beasts

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Wizards everywhere!

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Well done to everyone for their amazing costumes! Everyone looks fantastic!

In Herons we are full of magic today with lots of wizards from Hogwarts!

I look forward to what the rest of the day will bring :D 

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Healthy living week 10th June

Next week is healthy living week and we have lots of exciting things planned.

  • On Monday it is the opening of the library and we would like all children to come dressed as a book character.
  • We will be rehearsing for sports day on Tuesday and then sports day (fingers crossed) will be on…

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Healthy Living Week next week

Next week is Healthy Living Week!

 

You will need your full school PE kit and trainers in school Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

 

What are you looking forward to next week? What house do you represent? 

Category: Hawks

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