This week as part of our ‘Marvellous Machines’ topic our focus in Reception has been ‘robots’. The children enjoyed exploring and discussing the ‘No-Bot’ book, programmed Bee-Bots and described the dance moves they could see in the Robotboys ft Poppin John video. They may have even tried to recreate some! In teams, they have worked hard to spell some CVC
Author: Alice Wood
This week the children have enjoyed rehearsing for the Christmas concert, watching some of the England vs Iran game and talking about what to expect at a football match. They looked at different types of machinary and did some observational drawings. We read and retold the story of Mrs Armitage’s Journey and used this to inspire our mechanic workshop in
Reception enjoyed starting the week with ‘Odd Socks Day’. They thought all about what is means to be kind (and learning the Makaton sign) and designed their own odd socks creating repeated patterns. They investigated which was most efficient at cleaning up crumbs- a dustpan and brush or a hoover as there were lots of crumbs left after the Children
This week Reception have enjoyed learning all about bridges and machines. They were challenged to get a car across a tuff tray without getting wet. They also watched a video and discussed what bridges are used for, the materials they are made from and why we use them. They have also explored ‘Rememberance’ and created poppies using lots of different
Reception enjoyed working on their balance and coordination, whilst navigating the space safely, during their scooter session outside. The learnt to use a ramp and played games, taking it in turns to be the rabbit.
Reception have enjoyed making wallpaper for the new (and improved) book area. Outside, they have been bowling and counting the skittles knocked down and have been pretending to go on holiday. Within the classroom, the children have been learning the sign for ‘holiday’ and exploring places around the world. Today the children had a visit from Mr Stringer who brought
The children have been learning what the word ‘subitise’ means this week and applying the skill with a partner.
Reception enjoyed reading ‘The Colour Monster’. They discussed each of his emotions, collaged their own monster (using a range of materials) and were able to play around with facial expressions.
