Class 8: Blog items
Date: 7th Apr 2022 @ 12:44pm
Class 8 have done so much great learning that we couldn't decide what to show! We decided to show our brilliant big writes and our amazing art work.
Our big writes were adventure stories based on Charlie Stinky Socks. We added new parts to the adventure in our handmade journals.
In art we were using a printing technique. We made a design based on our Egyptian learning and then created a print. We have enjoyed our learning so much!
Date: 29th Mar 2022 @ 10:36pm
In English we have been reading the book Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, The Mummy's Gold, which links well with our topic on Ancient Egyptians. The children have loved making a setting box based on the story setting and describing it using adjectives, similes and metaphors. The children are retelling the story this week but are adding their own ideas for an alternative retell. They will make their own journal like the one in the story and write their own adventure.
Date: 23rd Mar 2022 @ 5:03pm
At swimming this week the children learnt Reach and Rescue skills. They learnt about the dangers of swimming in open water and jumping in cold water. They took turns to be a casualty, to save someone and to help someone. They shouted 'Don't panic - I will save you - catch this and kick your legs.' They were fantastic and took it serioulsy whilst enjoying the challenge. Hopefully they will never need to use these skills but if they should I am confident they could save a life.
Date: 17th Mar 2022 @ 1:01pm
This week Class 8 have been making links with their learning in Topic-Ancient Egyptians and English. They had to mummify a tomato just like the ancient Egyptians did. The children enjoyed scooping out the inside of their tomato and adding natron to mummify it. It was good fun!
Date: 11th Mar 2022 @ 4:50pm
Class 8 have been learning the Egyptian Myth about Set, the evil one. We have been entertained by Set's evil ways and wrote fantastic descriptions of him last week. This week we wrote the myth ourselves. We placed our myths in a casket, just like the one Set tricked his brother into getting in. We were so proud of how our writing looked and these two children did their best ever Big Writes.
Class 8's Science learning about plants.
Date: 2nd Mar 2022 @ 8:25pm
Class 8 started their new Science topic All about Plants. The children worked in cooperative groups to recall what they already know from previous learning. They talked about what they want to find out during our half term learning on plants. Then they looked at real plants and labelled all the parts. Finally, they researched using iPads and books to find out what the job of each plant part was. They all enjoyed looking close up at plants. Minahil told the class all about the root hairs on the roots and how these suck up the water for the plant. Well done!
Date: 17th Feb 2022 @ 4:42pm
Class 8 have been learning about metacognition this week. We have learnt what it is and how we can use it to enhance our learning. Mahad explained "Metacognition is when you are working hard and actually thinking. You get more stuff correct when you use metacognition properly"
We used the Plan, Monitor, Evaluate wheel to enhance our DT project making Egyptian jewellery. We are going to use the wheel to improve at a skill over the holidays too.
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Date: 11th Feb 2022 @ 10:22am
This week was Internet Safety week. Class 8 looked at how we behave online when playing games. They worked in cooperative groups and discussed games they played, why they enjoyed them and what experiences they had had when playing. We talked about treating people respectfully like you are talking to them face to face and then about what information do we need to keep safe. The children were very knowledgable about not sharing personal information and passwords and more importantly if they are ever unsure about anything to speak to a trusted adult. These are some of the leaflets Class 8 produced. Well done Class 8 you know the rules on Internet Safety!
Date: 3rd Feb 2022 @ 3:59pm
Class 8 have been earning certificates for their swimming this week. These children swam 25m either on their front or on their back. That's the full length of Oldham Pool!!!
Class 8's Maths learning on Measurement
Date: 25th Jan 2022 @ 8:37pm
Class 8 have started a 2 week block of learning on measurement using mm, cm and metres. They have used a variety of equipment to measure items in the classroom and record their findings. They worked cooperatively to solve problems on equivalent lengths.
Date: 21st Jan 2022 @ 4:15pm
Class 8 have been writing setting descriptions from The Egyptian Cinderella. I love the description in the one below and am really impressed with the rhythm and rhyme in it.
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Date: 12th Jan 2022 @ 11:48pm
Today Class 8 were real scientists. They carried out an investigation to find out which rock would be the best to build a house. The children made a prediction, gathered equipment and ensured all tests were fair. They tested which rocks were waterproof and which were the hardest wearing. The results showed slate and granite were the best rocks to build with. Great investigating Class 8!
Date: 6th Jan 2022 @ 4:49pm
This week we have started our topic on Ancient Egypt. We have learnt where in the world Egypt is and drawn the River Nile and major cities onto a map. Our second lesson was super exciting! We were archaeologists! We searched the sand for hidden Egyptian treasures being very careful not to damage them - just like real a archaeologist. We then hypothesised about why the artefact was a treasure before finding out facts about them. We are all so excited for a term of learning about Ancient Egypt.
Date: 15th Dec 2021 @ 9:31pm
This week in Class 8 the children have designed their pneumatic, moving mammoth, then created it and finally evaluated what went well and what they would do next time. The children loved seeing their creation come to life by using the pneumatics which opened and closed the mammoths mouth. They produced fantastic designs and all the outcomes were successful. The childrens' written work was beautiful and detailed. Well done Class 8! We are super proud of you.
Date: 10th Dec 2021 @ 4:13pm
Today Year 3 did their Christmas Cracker performance of the song 'O Little Town of Bethlehem'. They were AMAZING. There were so many words for them to learn and the song was completely new to them two weeks ago. We were blown away by their performance. SUPER STARS. 
Date: 1st Dec 2021 @ 8:10pm
Class 8 created majestic Ice Age setting boxes and then wrote amazing descriptions using adjectives, similes and then extended their ideas by using conjunctions. We are really looking forward to reading their Big Writes on Friday. Why don't you ask your child to tell you all about their learning?
Date: 24th Nov 2021 @ 4:18pm
Class 8 were super scientists this week. They were investigating the size of shadows in teams. They found that the closer the light source to the object the smaller the shadow. Why don't you ask your child to tell you all about it?
Date: 16th Nov 2021 @ 10:08pm
Class 8 have been investigating in Science which material would be best used for protecting your eyes from the sunlight. They said opaque objects would be best to block the sun but then you couldn't see, so they decided translucent materials would be best used because they would allow the light to pass through. What great scientists! Also this week the children have used Clips on their iPads to retell the story of The Stone Age Boy using puppets and then they added speech. They worked great in their teams.
Date: 10th Nov 2021 @ 5:29pm
Class 8 wrote some poetry this week. The poem was based on The Sound Collector. The children performed their poems with musical instruments. Read Mahad's fantastic poem.
Date: 2nd Nov 2021 @ 11:47pm
Class 8 took part in a WOW starter this week to introduce the new topic The Stone Age. The children researched facts about the different time periods in the Stone Age, carved out tools, created our own cave paintings and became cavemen and women! We had a fantastic, fun time!
Date: 20th Oct 2021 @ 1:02pm
This week we have learning about our responsibility as a citizen of the world. We used the collaboration feature of 2Connect on Purple Mash to work with our table and mind map what we feel are important qualities as a good citizen.
Look at our AMAZING collaborative learning.
Date: 13th Oct 2021 @ 10:04am
Class 8 have been learning about two different artists this week, W Turner and L S lowry. The children used different art media to create a moody background. Then they added a boat and lighthouse to their image using watercolours and chalk pastels for the waves. The children were amazing and produced some super star results. They had lots of fun too!
Date: 8th Oct 2021 @ 8:22am
Class 8 had a super Read Achieve Succeed day. We were very grateful for the free book and couldn't wait to start reading.
We made our own story videos and added special effects on the Ipads.
We enjoyed making a Book in a Box and had some lovely creative ideas. The winner was Tayba with her Harry Potter box.
Date: 28th Sep 2021 @ 9:37pm
This week Class 8 have shown great listening skills and focus during their iPad training. They have set up passwords, changed avatars, found their way around all the function buttons, explored different Apps and read and quizzed on how to look after and keep their iPad safe. Once they have completed all 5 training
lessons they will be bringing their iPad home.
Date: 23rd Sep 2021 @ 7:42pm
Please see the letter for information about what we are learning in PSHE this half term. /uploads/533/files/PSHE Aut 1 Parent Newsletter.pdf
