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In maths, we have been looking at comparing mass using balancing scales. We enjoyed using the scales in provision to investigate which items around the classroom were heaviest and lightest. We used post it notes to label the heaviest and lightest side.
A round up of provision in Crew McGlone from the last couple of weeks!
In writing, we’ve been exploring new learning and practising how to use direct speech in our writing. We worked hard to punctuate our sentences correctly, using inverted commas to show when a character is speaking. Some of us even challenged ourselves further by remembering to use a capital letter at the start of the spoken words and the correct punctuation at the end. We’re becoming more confident writers!
To link to our work on the text ‘Owl Babies’, Crew McGlone have been drawing their own mummy owl following a step-by-step instruction sheet. They used crayons to make sure that each part of the owl was the correct colour, and once finished they used a starting dot to trace over the word ‘m-u-m’. The children have worked hard at remembering everything they need to show that they are ready to write, including; bottoms to the back of their chairs, tummies touching the table, 6 feet on the floor, 2 hands ready to write, and pinch parrot.
We have been discussing families during our expedition lessons, and what better way to tell our friends about our families than by SHOWING THEM! We shared pictures of the people who are most special to us with our friends, and we talked about how they keep us safe. It was lovely to hear the children talking so beautifully to one another, and the questions that could be heard being asked were fantastic!
Last week, we took some time out of our afternoon to get creative and make some artwork for our upcoming Presentation of Learning. We also put our multitasking skills to the test by practising our songs along the way! We’re working hard to get everything ready and can’t wait to share our learning with you all!
Carcroft School was delighted to welcome Olympic medal-winning cyclist Ed Clancy and the Bikeability team for a fantastic day of cycling activities, after we worked so hard during last year’s Walk and Wheel Challenge!
Our children had the opportunity to take part in exciting cycling sessions, build their confidence and learn more about the importance of cycling safely. Meeting Ed Clancy, a three-time Olympic gold medallist, was a brilliant opportunity to be inspired by someone who has achieved so much in the world of cycling!
The sessions helped promote active lifestyles, road safety and cycling as a fun, healthy and environmentally friendly way to travel. It was wonderful to see our children getting involved, developing new skills and enjoying such a memorable experience.
A huge thank you to Ed and the entire Bikeability team for visiting Carcroft and helping to make the day so special. We are incredibly grateful for this fantastic opportunity and the lasting memories created for our children.
What a brilliant way to celebrate all of the children’s effort, walking and wheeling to school!
Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust!
To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.
C29 and C30’s fieldwork to Cambridge University @ XP
Sensory Play Crew @ Norton Infants
Year 5/6 boys football champions @ Norton Juniors
G31 Farrell Centre Fieldwork @ XP Gateshead
Netball Update: Brilliant effort and a first win! @ XP East
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Crew Haddock have really enjoyed making their halloween sensory bottles
