Children on the challenge table have been showing off their independent skills, as they answer abstract maths questions. Well done to Kingsley and Dallas who have been independently using maths manipulative to answer questions. Crew Farrow are very proud of you! ✨
Crew White Learn Vital First Aid Skills
This morning, Crew White took part in an exciting introductory First Aid session led by expert, Sam. The children were introduced to DR ABC and learned the important first steps to take when helping a casualty, including staying calm, checking for danger and finding out whether a person is responsive.
The session linked closely to our current science learning about the circulatory system and the importance of keeping the heart beating to move oxygen around the body. Sam explained how CPR can help save lives and demonstrated the correct technique using straight arms and effective chest compressions. To help remember the correct rhythm, the children practised compressions to the beat of ‘Another One Bites the Dust’!
Crew White also took part in a range of practical activities, including head-only CPR, arm-only CPR, physical challenge CPR and high knees, helping them understand both the technique and physical effort needed during an emergency.
To finish the session, the children learned about defibrillators, including where to place the pads and how these devices can help restore a normal heartbeat.
A huge thank you to Sam for delivering such an engaging and memorable session. The children represented Crew White brilliantly and showed fantastic maturity throughout.
Writing
This term, we are starting our new writing topic based on Jack and the Beanstalk. The children discussed what Jack needed to reach the giant’s castle and learned that he used a beanstalk to climb there. To link with the story, they have started planting beans and will be observing their growth and progress over time.
Measuring in maths.
Last half term, we started measuring our growing plants to see how big they would get. We were amazed to discover that in just three weeks they had grown an incredible 60cm tall!
This week’s maths focus is all about measuring and comparing size. Today we explored our classroom, measuring different objects and seeing what we could build. As our structures got taller, we practised measuring them and comparing their heights.
We also developed our counting skills by adding one more resource each time and then remeasuring to see how the height changed. This helped us to understand measurement, counting, and the concept of “one more” in a fun and practical way.
Making Predictions
Today we began our new writing unit and made predictions about what we thought might happen in the story. A few eagle eyed children even thought they recognised the story! I can’t wait to see what they all produce this time!
Digital Time Practice
Today in maths we consolidated our learning of the digital clock which we found tricky before half term. Well done to everyone, you worked so hard!
Publishing our Poetry
We have been busy writing our own poems based on “The little boy who cannot see”. We used lots of similes to describe different colours and some amazing onomatopoeia too!
Some of these poems will be printed onto boards for our new eco-garden. Great work CrewRobson!
Letter to Carcroft Parents and Carers
Practicing our fast running!
With the field marked out into lanes, we decided to practise how fast we could run while also learning the importance of staying in our own lane. The children showed good listening skills, waiting to start until they heard “GO!”. There was some fantastic running and listening throughout the activity. We’ve enjoyed the nice weather over the past few days, burning off some energy.
Have a lovely half term 🙂
