This Week in Reception (WB 04.11.24)

Date: 7th Nov 2024 @ 11:21am

This week in Reception we have been busy learning about the wonderful season of autumn, with plenty of hands-on activities, storytelling, and even some delicious cooking! We've explored the story of Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, created our very own chapattis, and even had a little celebration for Bonfire Night. Here’s a look at some of the exciting things we’ve been up to!

One of the highlights of this season has been reading the lovely story Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson. In the story, Fletcher, a little fox, worries when he sees all the leaves falling from the trees. He tries to save them and protect his tree, but soon discovers that the falling leaves are part of the natural cycle of autumn. The story helped us understand how the trees change in autumn and why leaves fall.After reading the story, we had some great discussions about the seasons, how autumn is different from other times of the year, and the colours of the leaves that we can spot outside.

One of our most memorable moments this autumn was when our wonderful parents joined us for a special chapatti-making session! We invited our families into the classroom to cook alongside us, and it was such a fun experience for everyone. Together, we rolled out dough into flat rounds. With a little guidance, the children learned how to cook the chapattis on a hot pan, and everyone enjoyed eating the delicious results!It was a fantastic way to bring our families into the classroom and share a hands-on activity that celebrated both cooking and autumn. The children loved kneading the dough, and the parents had a great time helping their little ones learn new skills. We also talked about how chapattis are made in many different cultures, making it a wonderful opportunity to connect our food with the world around us.

We’ve also been learning about this special celebration 'Bonfie Night'. We talked about how people celebrate by watching fireworks, having bonfires, and enjoying yummy treats like toffee apples and sparklers. To get ready for Bonfire Night, we created our own firework art using bright, bold colours and lots of sparkles! Our classroom was filled with lots of smiles as we created our firework displays on paper. It was a fantastic way to end the week with some fun, colourful creativity!

A big thank you to all the parents who joined us for the chapatti-making session — your support and enthusiasm helped make it a memorable experience for everyone. We’re looking forward to more fun and learning in the weeks ahead!

Stay tuned for more updates from our Reception class as we continue our autumn adventures and share the joy of this wonderful season!