Through an active, rich and diverse curriculum, we continued to make excellent progress in our learning during this term.

Maths

In Birch Class, our exploration of mathematics this term has focused on the intriguing topics of mass and volume. Through interactive activities, we’ve delved into measuring capacities and volumes practically. Furthermore, our adventures in the forest involved measuring various objects in both centimetres and metres, offering real-world applications of our learning.

Literacy

This first term of 2024 the students have continued to progress with Jolly Phonics and they have now studied the 42 sounds of this method. We are now consolidating what we have learned and we are working on our spelling of ‘Common Exception’ (tricky) words such as do, to, today said, were etc. and also ‘High Frequency’ words such as the, and, from, can, could etc.

The students have been introduced to the prefix ‘un’. They understand that it changes some words and that it is like adding the word ‘not’ (ex: kind-unkind/happy-unhappy) or that it means the opposite of something (ex: zip-unzip, pack-unpack). They played educational games and made their own sentences and changed their board display with their prefix work.

The students were introduced to their first ‘Guided Writing’ activity. They were given an image and were encouraged to talk about it and then use their own imagination by answering the questions: who/what/when/where and writing down their story independently. We also read the book One Snowy Night which the students particularly enjoyed and we did reading comprehension activities/sequencing of the story and as an end of term treat we watched the beautiful short movie.

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French with Marie

Cette troisième période a été bien chargée en apprentissage puisque plusieurs notions de grammaire et de conjugaison ont été abordées en plus des nouveaux sons et des fiches de lecture et de compréhension. Nous avons abordé différents thèmes tels que l’hiver, la galette, le Nouvel An Chinois, les crêpes, la saint Valentin…

Les livres lus durant ce terme ont été les suivants:

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Science/Geography

This term in Birch Class, our scientific journey has been an exhilarating exploration of the world around us. We began by investigating the essential elements that shape our environment, from rocks to soil, discovering their significance in our daily lives.

Continuing our exploration, we delved into the captivating realm of weather, learning about different weather patterns, seasons, and the factors influencing our climate. Through hands-on activities and observations, we gained a deeper understanding of the natural forces at play.

Furthermore, our curiosity led us beyond Earth as we ventured into space. We marvelled at the wonders of the planets, observed the mesmerizing phases of the moon, and contemplated the vastness of galaxies.

Design and Technology

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Collaborative creation. There is so much art in me!

In Design and Technology projects, Birch and Walnut students had the opportunity to extend their understanding of different carpentry techniques while creating their ‘Computer Components Eiffel Tower’. The children were eager to get on with the project straight away and demonstrated precise actions while disassembling old computers and safely used a drill, heat gun and a screw driver. Collaged paper, melted crayons and electronic components beautifully fitted together as one and Birch and Walnut students are proud of their recycled materials Eiffel Tower.

Science Experiments with snow

During the snowy January days, Birch and Walnut scientists investigated with snow and tested different materials to find good thermal insulators and conductors. Students devised different experiments where they measured the time, temperature and amount of water formed after snow or ice was melted.

Building our survival skills in the forest– Forest Challenges

During our whole school forest challenges and team building activities, the children were engaged in a variety of physical and logical tasks. Not only that they started to develop a sense of belonging to the team but also tried to overcome frustration when something was not going their way. As a team, they tried to work on these tasks and often agreed on the strategies and techniques that they had to use. The main mission for these challenges is not only to allow children to have fun but also enrich their set of skills that will be useful for the rest of their lives.

The children worked on their Morality, Enquiry, Cooperation, Communication, Thoughtfulness, Respect, Resilience and Determination personal goals.

These skills are vital to acquire from an early age and knowing ‘how to get up when we are knocked down’ is very important.

Forest and PE

Topic

We have had a very busy and exciting start to 2024 in French Topic class! The main theme for this term was “Our World” where we learned a lot of new vocabulary related to this topic. We also celebrated La Galette des Rois, La Chandeleur and Le Nouvel An Chinois.

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Music

This term, we’ve studied the musical tail “Pierre et le loup”

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Chinese song

Art

This term, we’ve studied the painter Mondrian.

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Chinese Art

The children of the primary section learnt about the story told of 12 animals that competed in race and of how now each animal represents a new lunar year. We learnt about the importance of red envelopes and how to write in Chinese. They also made a Dragon puppet.

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Walnut Class and Birch have been a hub of creativity and experimentation. We’ve explored a variety of materials, allowing our imaginations to run wild. From paints to clay, we’ve embraced the opportunity to express ourselves through different mediums. It’s been a term of artistic exploration and self-expression.

Coding and Programming Workshop

This term, Birch class worked on different games to develop their coding and programming skills. They performed activities related to sequencing, debugging, loops and functions. Students showed they were able to learn by themselves and solve different problems. They also designed programs in ScratchJr, by the end of the term they made a Valentine’s Day Card. 

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Cooking

The children showed off their baking skills by making galettes…

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Les petits sablés for Valentine’s day

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Walnut Class has continued its journey of exploration and learning. This term, we made the most of the snowy days by enjoying outdoor activities and play. Through collaborative efforts, we engaged in various challenges in the forest, fostering teamwork and camaraderie.

Literacy

This term Walnut class had a varied and engaging term. They got involved in the following activities: 

Learning to Write Instructions:

   – Conducted experiments on how plants absorb water.

   – Discussed and wrote about the equipment and process involved.

   – Practiced using sequential words and varied verbs.

Reading Comprehension:

   – Read stories about various topics, including “Little Cousin Clare”, “Lunchbox: The Story of Your Food”, “Games from around the World” and “Cobweb Morning”.

   – Answered comprehension questions related to the stories.

Creative Writing:

   – Students created bear or duck stories with their own adventures.

   – Explored rhymes and poems.

     – Practiced syllable counting and drew inspiration from the forest.

     – Explored a dinner-time rhyme about food preferences and identified adjectives.

     – Engaged in a roleplay about shoe shopping.

     – Found the rhyming words in the first part of the poem “New Shoes”.

     – Ended the term with a writing rhyme project about magical shoes with unique features like aeroplane wings or the ability to tour space. 

   – On our last day before the holiday, we made a Book of Poems, where learners will be collecting the poems and rhymes they’re writing. 

Language Skills:

   – Developed vocabulary related to food and clothing/shoes.

   – Explored descriptive language through adjectives.

– Students sorted the vocabulary found in the poems into nouns, verbs, and adjectives.

Overall, it was a well-rounded term that incorporated activities that were not only educational but also fun and engaging for the students.

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Mathematics

In Walnut Class, this term has been a journey into the realm of multiplication. We’ve delved into the world of Times Table Rockstars challenges, honing our multiplication skills with enthusiasm and determination. Alongside mastering multiplication, we’ve ventured into the realm of division, exploring its concepts with curiosity. Additionally, we took our learning outdoors, engaging in hands-on activities in the forest to deepen our understanding of multiplication, particularly the concept of equal groups. It’s been a term of mathematical discovery and growth.

French with Joanna

After all the festivities of Christmas and New Year we decided to keep on celebrating this term! We began the term with the celebration of l’Epiphanie (6/01) and la Galette des Rois. We joined up with Birch class to learn about the tradition of la Galette and the students made their own galettes. Next up was the celebration of La Chandeleur (2/02) where the students also prepared their crëpes and the whole school got together to flip the pancakes carefully and enjoy eating them with a variety of tasty toppings! We finished off this term of festivities learning about and doing fun & educational activities around Le Nouvel An Chinois/Mardi Gras/Carnaval and La Saint Valentin (we got together with Birch class and made heart shaped biscuits for the parents). This term we also read a lot of books including the series ‘Sami & Julie’ (all books linked to the themes of this term). The children particularly appreciate this series which is adapted to their age and they all did really well with their reading comprehension worksheets, bravo!

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Les petits sablés for Valentine’s Day.

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Science/Geography

This term in Walnut Class, our focus in science and geography has been on the theme of an “Active Planet.” We’ve studied volcanoes, conducting experiments to understand their eruptions. Additionally, we’ve explored the layers of the atmosphere, planets, moon phases, and our galaxy. From Earth’s crust to outer space, it’s been a term of exciting discovery and learning.

French Topic with Joanna

This term’s topic for Walnut class was rather ‘explosive’: ‘Les Volcans’! We learned a lot of new vocabulary in French by reading books, watching videos and images of volcanoes : les types de volcans (rouge/effusif et gris/explosif), la formation d’un volcan (chambre magmatique, cheminée, magma, cratère, coulée de lave). We discussed the tragedy of Pompéi (Vésuve) but also eruptions in the USA (Mont Saint Helens), Santorin (la Grèce) , Tambora (Indonésie). We researched these volcanoes and made posters (placing them on world map with photos).

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D&T

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Collaborative creation. There is so much ART in me!

In Design and Technology projects, Birch and Walnut students had the opportunity to extend their understanding of different carpentry techniques while creating their ‘Computer Components Eiffel Tower’. The children were eager to get on with the project straight away and demonstrated precise actions while disassembling old computers and safely used a drill, heat gun and a screw driver. Collaged paper, melted crayons and electronic components beautifully fitted together as one and Birch and Walnut students are proud of their recycled materials Eiffel Tower.

Science experiments with snow

During the snowy January days, Birch and Walnut scientists investigated with snow and tested different materials to find good thermal insulators and conductors. Students devised different experiments where they measured the time, temperature and amount of water formed after snow or ice was melted.

Developing our survival skills in the forest – Forest Challenges

Forest Challenges and Team building activities

During our whole school forest challenges and team building activities, the children were engaged in a variety of physical and logical tasks. Not only that they started to develop a sense of belonging to the team but also tried to overcome frustration when something was not going their way. As a team, they tried to work on these tasks and often agreed on the strategies and techniques that they had to use. The main mission for these challenges is not only to allow children to have fun but also enrich their set of skills that will be useful for the rest of their lives.

The children worked on their Morality, Enquiry, Cooperation, Communication, Thoughtfulness, Respect, Resilience and Determination personal goals.

These skills are vital to acquire from an early age and knowing ‘how to get up when we are knocked down’ is very important

Music

This term, we’ve studied the musical tail “Pierre et le loup”

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Chinese song

This term in Walnut and Birch Class, our focus in Music has been on understanding pitch. Through engaging lessons, we’ve explored the concept of pitch and how it relates to music. From high to low tones, we’ve practiced identifying and reproducing different pitches.

Art

This term, we’ve studied the painter Mondrian.

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Chinese Art

The children of the primary section learnt about the story told of 12 animals that competed in race and of how now each animal represents a new lunar year. We learnt about the importance of red envelopes and how to write in Chinese. They also made a Dragon puppet.

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Walnut Class and Birch have been a hub of creativity and experimentation. We’ve explored a variety of materials, allowing our imaginations to run wild. From paints to clay, we’ve embraced the opportunity to express ourselves through different mediums. It’s been a term of artistic exploration and self-expression.

Coding and programming workshop

This term, Walnut Class worked on different games to develop their coding and programming skills. They engaged in activities related to sequencing, debugging, loops, and functions. Students demonstrated their ability to learn independently and solve various problems. By the end of the term, they worked on a project in ScratchJr, which gave them the confidence to use the computer and realize that making mistakes is part of the learning process.

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English

This term Elm finished reading Treasure Island. While the book was a challenge for the class, they came to enjoy the classic adventure story filled with larger-than-life characters, most notably the charismatic Long John Silver. The class read the story out loud and took on roles of the various pirates, as well as the narrator, young Jim Hawkins. The class reflected on the main characters, looking at which are ‘flat’ and which, like Jim Hawkins, grow and develop as the book progresses. They particularly noted the difference between the gruff Captain Smollett, so initially disliked for his plain talking, and the likeable and charming Long John Silver who proved so duplicitous. Spelling this term focused on Latin and Greek root words and in grammar the class reviewed prefixes and suffixes and parts of speech.

French with Joanna

This term we continued our adventures with the characters of Zig&Zag. Félix (main character) took us to visit les Châteaux de la Loire. We revised French numbers (going through historical dates) as well as the past, present & future tenses (vocabulary used ex: autrefois, maintenant, demain). We studied ‘les adjectifs’ and the agreement (l’accord) between the adjective and the subject as well as the subject-verb agreement (l’accord sujet du verbe). We studied specific verbs and had weekly dictées (spelling tests) : avoir/être/changer/grandir au futur. To improve their conversational skills, the students had fun in class writing out a small sketch pretending they were waiters and clients at a restaurant. We are also currently listening to an audio book ‘Rémi et le Mystère de Saint-Péray’.

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French with Marie

Durant cette deuxième période, les élèves ont étudié plusieurs notions:

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en grammaire: le sujet, l’attribut du sujet, les compléments d’objets directs et indirect.

en conjugaison: le passé simple, les temps de l’indicatif,

en orthographe: accord du participe passé, les homophones, mots polysémiques, synonymes et antonymes

en vocabulaire: le genre théâtral, étymologie et famille de mots

en mémorisation: apprentissage de 3 poésies “La rentrée” et “Automne”

en littérature: 1 roman a été lu et étudié:

• Louison et Monsieur Molière de Marie-Christine Helgerson

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History

In History, Elm continued their study of the Norman Conquest of England, learning about the events following the Battle of Hastings, which were filled with resistance to the Norman king. They learned the tactics used by William I to crush rebellion, including the brutal ‘Harrying of the North’, which gave him a reputation for cruelty, even by medieval standards. The class learned how life in England changed under Norman rule and the means with which William the Conqueror kept his subjects under control, including the building of a new style of castle (motte and bailey), the Domesday Book and the introduction of the Feudal System.

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Geography

Elm began the term learning about our solar system and the planets within it. They learned the characteristics of the individual planets, why some have rings and which are described as terrestrial and which are the ‘Gas Giants’.  The class then turned their attention to the structure of the earth, tectonic plate movement and the resulting clashes and collisions that can cause such devastation above ground in the form of volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis. The class learned about the three main types of plate movement and their different impacts. They learned how to label the different parts of a volcano and the key points of an earthquake,  and about some of the most significant volcanoes and earthquakes throughout history, including the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79.

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Mathematics

Linear equations

During this term, Elm Class practiced solving linear equations and then used gained knowledge while solving geometric problems where sides and angles were expressed algebraically. In order to draw the linear equations, students substituted some specific values for x to find y and then practiced plotting them on the co-ordinate grid. Student investigated with the linear equations in a virtual lab and learnt how to find the y-intercept and calculated the gradient of the line.

Area, Circumference; Surface Area and Volume

Elm students investigated with the different 2D shapes and then found area and perimeter of compound shapes, including those with the circles where circumference and area had to be found. To probe deeper into a ”circle and everything that comes with it”, students calculated the area of a sector when specific angle was provided.

Elm students used their previous knowledge of properties of faces, surfaces, edges and vertices of cubes, cuboids, cylinders, pyramids and cones and solved problems where they had to calculate their volume and surface area. Elm students understand how to use the formulae for calculating the volume but also know their meaning and how these formulae are formed. 

Position and direction. Translation and rotation.

Elm students practiced plotting the co-ordinates of different 2D shapes and then located their corresponding co-ordinates after rotation/translation. We know that 2D shapes stay the same after the rotation/translation and found out that using the tracing paper evidently help us to pinpoint our new location. We clearly understand that when we rotate the same shape around the origin and around the specific co-ordinate B, our new shapes will appear in two different locations. To dive deeper into rotation and translation, the children followed the translation and rotation rules and carried out these transformation without tracing paper.

Science

During this term we dived into the world of ‘light and sound’. Elms made measurements accordingly to the law of reflection. The students also learnt about the refraction of light and how to measure the angle of incidence and angle of refraction. Elms used the terminology related to soundwaves and explored the principal of superposition of waves.

While visiting the PeTH virtual lab, the students tested out different lenses and found out how light travels through them.

Linked to our Topic ”Electricity”, the children designed their own Mathematical switch game – quiz boards (On topics: Number and BODMAS, Pythagoras’ theorem, algebraic conversions and Area & Perimeter of a circle).

ICT

This term, Elm class continued their journey of learning and developing their programming skills with Lego Mindstorms EV3. We used the Driving Base to execute precise and controlled movements. Students actively engaged their building and logical skills by following instructions and addressing challenges presented to them.

In addition to these activities, students integrated the Touch Sensor into their robots. They skilfully programmed it to identify obstacles and respond with specific actions. This hands-on experience not only improved their coding abilities but also nurtured problem-solving skills.

Learners dedicated time to designing posters for the Christmas show. This task provided them with a platform to show their poster-making skills, fostering a spirit of healthy competition among the students.

Electricity and Circuits Workshop

This term Elm class had an interesting and creative term as we started with Circuits and Electricity on Tinkercad. They learnt and practiced how to edit, wire and add components together to create electrical connections, among other skills. We finished the term by learning how to light up the Microbit. 

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3D Design and Technology

Elm class spent most of their Term 2 building a greenhouse. They followed the steps of the invention process. Learners found information on how to build it, they explored at what has been done in the past and the features their design needed to have to allow and foster plants to grow. Next they explored sketches, took notes and did their own. They made decisions on material selection, structural design, ventilation, heating and cooling, shading and layout and plant arrangement.

Throughout Term 2, Elm class dedicated their efforts to constructing a greenhouse, meticulously following the steps of the invention process. Beginning with extensive research, learners sought information on greenhouse construction, investigating into historical examples and identifying key features essential for optimal plant growth and development.

Students engaged in sketching, note-taking, and creating their own designs. Decisions were made individually on crucial aspects such as material selection, structural design, ventilation, heating and cooling systems, shading mechanisms, and the overall layout, including strategic plant arrangement.

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Spanish

This term, Elm class dedicated a significant portion of their time to revisiting the fundamental Spanish sounds, mastering the pronunciation, and improving the ability to articulate and write numbers ranging from 1 to 31. The exploration continued into discussions on countries, languages, and nationalities, with a focus on both singular and plural forms. Engaging in conversations became an obvious part of their learning journey, touching upon personal preferences, habits, and food choices. This oral practice transformed into written expression, enriching our communication skills.

They recalled their understanding of verbs ending in -ar, -er, and -ir, specifically in the context of hobbies, habits, likes, and dislikes. Throughout these sessions, we explored the formation of questions, the application of determiners, singular and plural, as well as feminine and masculine constructs.

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Christmas Candles

Oak and Elm created their own Christmas candles and then in ICT lessons designed different labels to perfect their packaging.

Christmas Performance

Patience, persistence and artistic flair brought us together for an amazing celebration at the Theatre du Grenier where our students and ‘Lights, camel, action!’ shone bright on the stage.

English

This term, Oak class read The Iron Man by Ted Hughes. The book is full of figurative language and Oaks were kept busy collecting all the examples of similes, personification and onomatopoeia in this highly unusual book about an initially unwelcome visitor who becomes the world’s saviour. Oaks enjoyed writing up their own imaginary metal menus for the hungry iron man, who ends up living in a metal scrap yard where he can eat delicious metal titbits to his heart’s content.

The class also read the poem ‘The Coming of the Iron Man’ by Brenda Williams, based on the first chapter of the book. They then tried their hands at writing their own poem version of chapter two.

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Oaks learned the lovely poem ‘Autumn’ by George Cooper, which they recite below. This beautiful celebration of autumn is also full of imagery.

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French with Marie

Durant cette deuxième période, les élèves ont étudié plusieurs notions:

en grammaire: Le sujet et le verbe, les pronoms personnels, l’adjectif qualificatif épithète ou attribut.

en conjugaison: Les verbes d’action et les verbes d’état, le présent de l’indicatif des verbes du 1er groupe, des auxiliaires être et avoir, et des verbes irréguliers du 3ème groupe.

en vocabulaire: utilisation du dictionnaire.

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en littérature: 1 livre a été lu et étudié:

• Le buveur d’encre d’Eric Sanvoisin

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Cette période a été principalement consacrée à la préparation et aux répétitions du spectacle de Noël ainsi qu’à la confection des décors et des costumes.

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French with Joanna

This term we continued our adventures with the characters of Zig&Zag. Félix (main character) took us to visit les Châteaux de la Loire. We revised French numbers (going through historical dates) as well as the past, present & future tenses (vocabulary used ex: autrefois, maintenant, demain). We studied ‘les adjectifs’ and the agreement (l’accord) between the adjective and the subject as well as the subject-verb agreement (l’accord sujet du verbe). We studied specific verbs and had weekly dictées (spelling tests) : avoir/être/changer/grandir au futur. To improve their conversational skills, the students had fun in class writing out a small sketch pretending they were waiters and clients at a restaurant. We are also currently listening to an audio book ‘Rémi et le Mystère de Saint-Péray’.

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History

Oak learned about the Romans this term, beginning with the story of Romulus and Remus and Rome’s development from kingdom to republic to heart of a great Empire. The class learned about the structure of Roman society and the influence the Romans had around the world. They learned about the life of Julius Caesar and his brief visit to Britain, followed by a full-scale invasion and permanent presence in AD 43 by the Emperor Claudius. The class learned about the changes brought to Britain by the Romans, from food to roads, to design of towns, place names, language. The class researched Roman entertainment, gladiators and chariot racing, and the Colisseum in Rome, able to seat 50,000 people and the scene of incredible games and performances.

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Geography

In Geography, Oak class learned about settlements, or why we live where we do. They looked at the considerations made by early settlers who chose sites based on access to building material (wood) and water, protection from the elements, and flat land for agriculture. They compared these to today’s considerations when people are choosing a place to live. They learned about the different sized settlements, from hamlets to cities, how they are defined and their characteristics.

Alongside this, Oaks learned about the continent of South America, learning all the different countries and challenging themselves to complete a blank map from memory, with great success!

They chose countries to research, Venezuela and Argentina, and made posters presenting facts about the respective countries, including the geographical characteristics, natural resources, culture, food, flora and fauna. They presented their findings to Elm class.

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Mathematics

Measurements

During this term Oaks worked on solving different measurements word problems. We matched time on the analogue and digital clocks and used the number lines to solve time problems. We dived into problems where the starting time, finishing time and the duration of our favourite TV shows had to be calculated. 

Area and Perimeter . Angles and different 2D shapes.

Oak students investigated with the different 2D shapes and then found area and perimeter of compound shapes. We identified different angles on the line and around the point and then measured them with a protractor. Students can recognise different kinds of triangles and know their main properties.

Position and direction. Translation and rotation.

Oak students practiced plotting the co-ordinates of different 2D shapes and then located their corresponding co-ordinates after rotation/translation. We know that 2D shapes stay the same after the rotation/translation and found out that using the tracing paper evidently help us to pinpoint our new location.

Science

This term Oak Class children became robotic scientists and engineers as they got engaged in creating electric circuits and designing their own toys. We investigated with various materials to find out which ones are conductors and insulators. We learnt about different electrical components (e.g. bulb, motor, buzzer, switch, battery) their role and how they need to be connected to make an electrical circuit. We used imagination and gained knowledge to create our very own buzzing and drawing robot, burglar alarm and disco ball.

Wind turbines in the making.

Constructing and testing our ”Burglar Alarm” and experimenting with our Disco Ball.

”Buzzing and Drawing Robots”

ICT

This term, Oak class learned the basics of Logo, a text-based programming language. They planned, modified, and tested commands to create shapes, patterns, and procedures. We explored repetition and loops applied to Logo. Learners spent most lessons typing algorithms (a set of instructions) to draw letters and shapes. We had a wonderful term thinking logically, creatively, and giving commands to the computer.

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Coding and Programming Workshop

This term Oak class had lots of fun programming and coding with Scratch. They made fun stories, programs and games and practiced different skills like starting a conversation, switching backdrops, adding voice, gliding to a spot, walking onto the stage, responding to a character, adding a scene, among others. Students love working with Scratch and they show their interest by carefully making projects they are so proud of at the end. 

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Spanish

This term, Oak class made significant progress in Spanish. We began by practicing Spanish sounds through engaging activities like Bingo, which not only helped in sound recognition but also facilitated the learning and expression of new vocabulary words. Students can now confidently say and ask about their birthdays, involving the months of the year, days of the week, and numbers from 21 to 30. They’ve also acquired the ability to discuss their favourite colours and ask about others’ preferences.

We explored verbs ending in -ar (infinitive). Towards the end of the term, we explored questions related to their origin, asking ‘Where do you come from?’ and questioning about their place of residence.

We added an element of fun and did some singing. The Spanish version of the song ‘We’re going on a bear hunt’ became a favourite, supporting the practice and acquisition of numerous new vocabulary words. These words will be an important part of our learning in the upcoming term.

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Christmas Candles

Oak and Elm students created their own Christmas candles and then in ICT lessons designed different labels to perfect their packaging.

Christmas Performance

Patience, persistence and artistic flair brought us together for an amazing celebration at the Theatre du Grenier where our students and ‘Lights, camel, action!’ shone bright on the stage.

This term 2 has been filled with boundless learning and creativity. In the spirit of the festive season, we’ve immersed ourselves in preparing for the Christmas show. From sewing and painting to creating and mastering dance routines, Walnut class has worked tirelessly to bring a touch of magic to the stage.

Maths

This term, we’ve been mastering column addition and subtraction. From handling remainders to tackling borrowing, we have shown incredible determination and skill. It’s been a rewarding period of honing our abilities, and we’re excited to share the progress and achievements in the world of numbers.

Our exploration of shapes has been comprehensive. We have immersed ourselves in the world of 2D and 3D shapes, mastering the skills of sorting, identifying, and creating patterns with them. We’ve delved into counting faces, edges, vertices, and more. It’s been an enriching learning journey.

Literacy

We had an exciting term in Walnut class filled with different stories, including one by Dick King-Smith from the ‘Sophie’s Adventures’ collection. Next, we explored works by authors Rosemary Wells and Kes Gray—’Eat Your Peas’ and ‘Bunny Money,’ respectively. Their favourite was ‘Bunny Money,’ where the characters buy a present for Grandma. Learners shared their opinions about these stories and others, retelling them, engaging in role-play, and innovating on texts to create their own versions. To enhance punctuation skills, students learnt and practiced Punctuation Karate, assigning a karate-based sound and action for each punctuation symbol, making it more enjoyable and memorable. We also had Spelling and Grammar learning stations, practicing various sounds and grammar concepts such as nouns, adjectives, and verbs. Later, we started Unit 2 on how to write instructions, reading, analysing, and composing our own. 

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Walnuts are enjoying two very different books at the moment, the wordless Journey by Aaron Becker and the colourful Man on the Moon by Simon Bartram. Both books have great scope for observation and discussion. Walnuts have compared Bob’s daily routine with their own, talked about the challenges of working in zero gravity and written a poem about the aliens that are all around but of whom Bob appears unaware. Journey uses colour to imply mood and significance and Walnuts are making their own interpretation of the picture story.

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This term we continued our adventures with ZIG & ZAG Unit 2 with the theme ‘La Ferme’. The students learned the names of all farm animals, they also learned specific details about them & new vocabulary (mammifère, becs, dents, pattes, nager, sauter, voler) and we read an article about les poules et les oeufs and what to look out for when buying eggs (free range etc) . They worked more closely this term on their French oral skills by reading short texts out loud, answering questions, working on the French sounds/syllables. We are beginning to understand that words in French can be either masculin/féminin by sorting words out under the articles un/ une/ le/la (ex: une vache, la poule, un mouton, le canard). We finished off the term with some fun & educational Christmas activities by learning about traditions around the world and making our own carte de voeux.

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Science

In Science we’ve uncovered the wonders of simple machines. From exploring pulleys to experimenting with levers and wheels, we have actively engaged in hands-on activities, unravelling the secrets behind these ingenious mechanisms. This journey of discovery has not only broadened our understanding but also sparked excitement for the intricate workings of the world around us.

Art

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In our Art classes creativity knows no bounds. We kicked off the term by crafting our own treasure maps with coffee, setting the stage for a journey filled with artistic exploration. Throughout the term, the festive spirit took hold as we dedicated our time to Christmas-themed crafts. Using a myriad of materials, paints, and techniques, we immersed ourselves in creating unique masterpieces. Additionally, we poured our creative energy into crafting decorations for the Christmas Show.

Coding and Programming Workshop

This term, Walnuts class continued to learn how to do Coding and Programming in ScratchJr by: choosing a background, choosing characters, writing titles and changing colours, making programs to make the characters move, grow, shrink, move to the left, to the right and have conversations. The themes were the following: 

*Spooky Forest 

*Dribble a baskbetball 

*Dance party

*Meet and Greet 

*Classroom conversation 

*Christmas scene which included flashing lights and a star 

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Design and Technology

This term Birch and Walnut students became robotic scientists and engineers as they got engaged in creating electric circuits and designing their own toys. We investigated with various materials to find out which ones are conductors and insulators. We learnt about different electrical components (e.g. bulb, motor, buzzer, switch, battery) their role and how they need to be connected to make an electrical circuit. We used imagination and gained knowledge to create our very own buzzing-drawing robot and burglar alarm.

Music

During our Music lessons, we’ve been attuned to the nuances of rhythm and beat. Through engaging sessions, our students have delved into understanding the distinction between rhythm and beat. Exploring various musical genres, they’ve not only heard but felt the pulse and cadence that define these elements.

Throughout this second term, our students dedicated time to perfecting the songs for the Christmas show. Engaging in lively rehearsals, we not only sang with enthusiasm but also added an extra flair by incorporating dance moves. The classroom was alive with festive tunes and joyful steps as we prepared to showcase our musical talents in the Christmas show.

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Forest and PE

In our Forest Exploration and PE sessions, the classic game of hide and seek has become a must. The children eagerly embraced the thrill of hiding and seeking amidst nature, adding an extra layer of joy to our outdoor adventures. These sessions have not only kept us active but also fostered a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie. Forest Exploration and PE have truly been a highlight, with hide and seek adding an extra dash of fun to our outdoor escapades

Halloween

In Halloween, our class buzzed with excitement as kids dressed up, crafted slime, carved pumpkins, and enjoyed a scavenger hunt. Parents pitched in for a laid-back Halloween party with music, snacks, and games, making it a memorable celebration for everyone involved.

CELEBRATIONS ALL AROUND THE WORLD

Autumn has arrived, fallen leaves have begun to cover the ground, the days have become shorter and the cold has set in. It was time for us to address the theme of celebrations around the world with the Chestnuts.

In the forest, in the classroom, through new experiences every day, the children have developed their knowledge and have learned more and more about each other. The atmosphere in the classroom is serene and the children have found their feet.

Young and old alike learn from each other and everyone has found their place.

HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY

Throughout this term, we’ve talked about celebrations all around the world. It has been an opportunity to travel virtually throughout the different countries and continents.

The parents of the class also took us on a journey, thanks to the presentations they made about their origins. We discovered wonderful celebrations steeped in history and good manners.

So we have travelled through Europe, Asia, America, Africa and talked about other continents. This led us to talk about the different populations, the various customs and typical dishes.

France/Poland

Thanks to Victoria and Antoine, we traveled to France and Poland and learned more about these two European cultures. Many thanks to their parents for the presentation 🙂

Mostra Celebration Greece

With Georgios’ dad, we flew to Greece and discovered the festival of Mostra celebrated according to the history of the country. Thank you so much for this journey through the island and through time.

VENEZUELA/SCOTLAND

Then Cameron’s mum introduced us to the dual culture that represents them through Scottish customs and beliefs and the discovery of Venezuela. What a wonderful trip. Many thanks!

CRAFTS

During this term and throughout the year, the children touch different materials, create and develop their imagination as well as their fine motor skills.

Through painting, drawing, modelling clay, colouring and using natural elements such as painting with leaves, the children used their imagination and have created works about autumn and the various celebrations that we have discussed throughout this term.

CREATING A MAN WITH LEAVES

After going into the forest to collect raw materials, the children were given a role model that they were free to follow or not to follow. They had different kinds/colors of leaves available and they shaped their figure.

The children were also happy to give free rein to their imagination and create, through recycled papers, unused leaves, scraps of leftover fabric, all kinds of art and imaginary creation.

PRACTICAL LIFE

Practical Life is a key component of the Montessori educational approach. It involves providing children with hands-on, real-life experiences that contribute to the development of physical, intellectual, and social skills.

During this term, we focused on skills related to self care, such as closing/opening but also preparing a snack by pressing oranges (transforming oranges in juice), breaking chestnuts and eating them.

We also spent time practicing the abling frameworks that make it easier for children today to sit on their own, enabling more motor skills. Cleaning the classroom has also been part of our daily concern.

And care of the environment such as cleaning and composting – as part of the school’s Eco project .

Social skills such as pressing oranges for snack, cooking and breaking chestnuts and co-operating with others.

During one morning, we created cookies with the Birch class. This activity enchanted young and old alike and we were happy to taste these cookies together 🙂

These activities help children develop their independence, coordination and fine motor skills along with concentration and a sense of responsibility. In repeating the same gestures children reinforce their self-confidence and acquire the necessary maturity related to their age and growth.

SENSORIAL

Sensorial life refers to our ability to experience and interpret sensory stimuli from the world around us. We focused on using our five senses. Our brain processes this sensory information and enables us to perceive, understand and respond to our environment. Sensorial life is crucial for our survival and helps us communicate, learn and connect with others. It is constantly evolving as we interact with the world, and can be enhanced or impaired by various factors such as genetics, environment and experience.

This was provided through a number of our activities.

Touching/feeling

FINE MOTRICITY

In order to develop and work on children’s motor skills, we have, among other things, made a lot of use of scissors and carried out various cutting sessions.

LITERACY/PHONICS AND WRITING

This term we are also focusing on spoken language thanks to our discussions during circle time about different subjects such as talking about their weekend, the books we are reading in class and putting the stories into the correct order. Children also enjoy the time reading in class or at the library, chosing and reading books.

NUMERACY

Regarding numeracy, we work each day on a different matter such as counting from 1 up to the current date, working on bigger than, smaller than, identifying different shapes and numbers.

Shapes

SHOW AND TELL

Every Friday, the children are happy to share an object from home. It’s an opportunity for them to talk about what they like and introduce the class to their favorite object.

FOREST ACTIVITIES

Since the beginning of this term, the children have explored the forest and have become more comfortable and creative when playing with all of the forest materials at their disposal.

They also have gained more confidence during this term when it comes to climbing and balancing on trees.

CLIMBING

EXPLORING THE FOREST

During this period, we did a lot of walks through the forest to study the different changes related to the change of seasons.

CYCLING

Cycling is a great way to develop motor skills and every child is happy to practice the function of balance. It is a real JOY to ride a bike with the children through the forest because the children have a lot of fun.

JUMPING INTO THE PUDDLES

BUILDING A HOUSE

MUSIC

During this term, we practiced singing and playing instruments through walks in the forest but also for the preparation of our show .

SPECIAL DAYS

Electricity.

During this term, we worked on a joint project at the school about electricity. We have understood how electricity arrives in our homes, by what means. We also had the chance to do electrical experiments with Vlad.

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HALLOWEEN

After the All Saints’ Day holidays, we celebrated Halloween with costumes and activities organized in the forest and in the classroom. A true shared happiness!

FIREWORKS

Then we talked about the holiday celebrated in the United Kingdom, Guy Fawkes whose history we talked about. We then prepared fireworks based on paint and the creativity of each of the children.

DIWALI

The following week gave way to the Diwali lights in India during which we created beautiful candle holders and evoked this wonderful country.

THANKSGIVING

For Thanksgiving, in relation to the history of the United States, we created headbands of Indians and turkeys. The children also listened to the story about Thanskgiving.

SAINT NICHOLAS

During the following week, the children got to know St. Nicholas and had a small cardboard St. Nicholas on this occasion.

CHRISTMAS

On the occasion of Christmas, many activities have been planned. Among them, an advent calendar that allows children to follow the progress of the days and to look for the corresponding day each day. So each child had the chance to have a little chocolate to taste!

Advent Calendar

Santa Claus

In all his forms, Santa Claus has invited himself into the classroom….

Christmas’ decoration

PREPARATION FOR THE SHOW

The children and the teachers put a lot of effort into the preparation of the Christmas show. We prepared the backdrop all together, chose the songs and adapted the gestures so that everyone could feel good and be an integral part of this beautiful show. A great progression over the weeks, always with a smile and with willing children. Well done!!:-)

SHOW

What a wonderful day! Joyful and enthusiastic children arrived. We helped them to change, to review the course of the show and presto…. The show flew by, at lightning speed. The Chestnuts and Maples can be proud of their performance as it was so successful… Beautiful songs, beautiful gestures and a beautiful choreography. Enough to make mom and dad proud, who came to applaud them, and their teacher happy to have shared this exceptional moment with them!:)

Dear Parents, I hope you enjoyed this page describing your children’s activities throughout this second term, which we had the pleasure of sharing together.

Have a nice time with your family and MERRY CHRITMAS hohoho….

See you next year

Dina

French with Marie

Durant cette deuxième période de l’année, nous avons principalement lu 6 albums de jeunesse (en lien avec les fêtes tels que Halloween, Noël, les formes, l’hiver…) :

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De ces ouvrages, ont découlé différentes activités qui ont permis l’exploitation de ces histoires. Nous avons donné du sens à l’apprentissage, une façon plus ludique et une approche plus concrète.

A chaque début de semaine, vos enfants ont appris et chanté une nouvelle chanson (7 semaines = 7 chansons) :

La sorcière Gribouilla, La pluie qui mouille, Pétrouchka, Loin du froid de décembre, Vive le vent, J’ai planté un sapin, Petit garçon.

En parallèle, nous avons répété les chansons pour le spectacle de Noël.

 Les objectifs de cette période ont été de :

– se familiariser avec la langue française

– retenir de petits mots en français

– oser s’exprimer en petit groupe

–  découverte du monde

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The theme for this period is “Let’s celebrate.” We studied the differences between celebrations around the world and how each one organizes the festivities. We’ve read these books:

They played the bingo themed Celebration

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They learned two songs: “Quand les pieds font la fête” and “Noël”

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CELEBRATIONS ALL AROUND THE WORLD

Autumn has arrived, fallen leaves have begun to cover the ground, the days have become shorter and the cold has set in. It was time for us to address the theme of celebrations around the world with the Maples.

In the forest, in the classroom, through new experiences every day, the children have developed their knowledge and have learned more and more about each other. The atmosphere in the classroom is serene and the children have found their feet.

Young and old alike learn from each other and everyone has found their place.

HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY

Throughout this term, we’ve talked about celebrations all around the world. It has been an opportunity to travel virtually throughout the different countries and continents.

The parents of the class also took us on a journey, thanks to the presentations they made about their origins. We discovered wonderful celebrations steeped in history and good manners.

So we have travelled through Europe, Asia, America, Africa and talked about other continents. This led us to talk about the different populations, the various customs and typical dishes.

France/Poland

Thanks to Victoria and Antoine, we traveled to France and Poland and learned more about these two European cultures. Many thanks to their parents for the presentation 🙂

Mostra Celebration Greece

With Georgios’ dad, we flew to Greece and discovered the festival of Mostra celebrated according to the history of the country. Thank you so much for this journey through the island and through time.

VENEZUELA/SCOTLAND

Then Cameron’s mum introduced us to the dual culture that represents them through Scottish customs and beliefs and the discovery of Venezuela. What a wonderful trip. Many thanks!

CRAFTS

During this term and throughout the year, the children touch different materials, create shapes, objects, characters and animals according to the themes addressed and also develop their imagination as well as their fine motor skills.

Through painting, drawing, modelling clay, colouring and using natural elements such as painting with leaves, the children used their imagination and have created works about autumn and the various celebrations that we have discussed throughout this term.

CREATING A MAN WITH LEAVES

After going into the forest to collect raw materials, the children were given a role model that they were free to follow or not to follow. They had different kinds/colors of leaves available and they shaped their figure.

The children were also happy to give free rein to their imagination and create, through recycled papers, unused leaves, scraps of leftover fabric, all kinds of art and imaginary creation.

PRACTICAL LIFE

Practical Life is a key component of the Montessori educational approach. It involves providing children with hands-on, real-life experiences that contribute to the development of physical, intellectual, and social skills.

During this term, we focused on skills related to self care, such as closing/opening coats but also preparing a snack by pressing oranges (transforming oranges in juice), breaking chestnuts and eating them.

We also spent time practicing the abling frameworks that make it easier for children today to sit on their own, enabling more motor skills. Cleaning the classroom has also been part of our daily concern.

And care of the environment such as cleaning and composting – as part of the school’s Eco project .

Social skills such as pressing oranges for snack, cooking and breaking chestnuts and co-operating with others.

These activities help children develop their independence, coordination and fine motor skills along with concentration and a sense of responsibility. In repeating the same gestures children reinforce their self-confidence and acquire the necessary maturity related to their age and growth.

SENSORIAL

Sensorial life refers to our ability to experience and interpret sensory stimuli from the world around us. We focused on using our five senses. Our brain processes this sensory information and enables us to perceive, understand and respond to our environment. Sensorial life is crucial for our survival and helps us communicate, learn and connect with others. It is constantly evolving as we interact with the world, and can be enhanced or impaired by various factors such as genetics, environment and experience.

This was provided through a number of our activities.

Pink tower/ Brown stairs – Putting into order

PLAYING IN THE WIND

Opening/Closing

Magnets /Testing the attraction

Doing/Undoing

Touching/feeling

COOKING

During one morning, we created cookies with the Birch class. This activity enchanted young and old alike and we were happy to taste these cookies together 🙂

FINE MOTRICITY

In order to develop and work on children’s motor skills, we have, among other things, made a lot of use of scissors and carried out various cutting sessions.

LITERACY/PHONICS AND WRITING

This term we have reinforced our knowledege and understanding of phonics and began to read little words.

We have explored a range of new letters and sounds through actions, songs, story telling and games.

Jolly Phonics phase 2 introduces the sounds ck, e, h, r, m and d. We have learned these sounds whilst using new games about phonics

Through action of these sounds, children begin to use their knowledge of letter sounds to blend and segment words and listen more carrefuly in sounds that compose the words.

We also reviewed the sounds learned in the first term and strengthened our knowledges a, t, i, p and n.

The children also continue to write their names, the date and the sounds learned in class, using different matters to trace the letters in, and also practising with drawing shapes.

We are also focusing on spoken language thanks to our discussions during circle time about different subjects such as talking about their weekend, the books we are reading in class and putting the stories into the correct order. Children also enjoy the timereading at the library or in class, choosing and reading books.

NUMERACY

Regarding numeracy, we work each day on a different matter such as counting from 1 up to the current date, working on bigger than, smaller than, identifying different shapes and beginning to introduce the notion of addition.

Additions

Numbers and counting

Counting/How many/Ordering….

Shapes

SHOW AND TELL

Every Friday, the children are happy to share an object from home. It’s an opportunity for them to talk about what they like and introduce the class to their favorite object.

FOREST ACTIVITIES

Since the beginning of this term, the children have explored the forest and have become more comfortable and creative when playing with all of the forest materials at their disposal.

They also have gained more confidence during this term when it comes to climbing and balancing on trees and tree trunks.

CLIMBING / BALANCING

EXPLORING THE FOREST

During this period, we did a lot of walks through the forest to study the different changes related to the change of seasons.

CYCLING

Cycling is a great way to develop motor skills and every child is happy to practice the function of balance. It is a real JOY to ride a bike with the children through the forest because the children have a lot of fun.

JUMPING INTO THE PUDDLES

BUILDING A HOUSE

MUSIC

During this term, we practiced singing and playing instruments through walks in the forest but also for the preparation of our show .

SPECIAL DAYS

Electricity.

During this term, we worked on a joint project at the school about electricity. We have understood how electricity arrives in our homes, by what means. We also had the chance to do electrical experiments with Vlad.

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HALLOWEEN

After the All Saints’ Day holidays, we celebrated Halloween with costumes and activities organized in the forest and in the classroom. A true shared happiness!

FIREWORKS

Then we talked about the holiday celebrated in the United Kingdom, Guy Fawkes whose history we talked about. We then prepared fireworks based on paint and the creativity of each of the children.

DIWALI

The following week gave way to the Diwali lights in India during which we created beautiful candle holders and evoked this wonderful country.

THANKSGIVING

For Thanksgiving, in relation to the history of the United States, we created headbands of Indians and turkeys. The children also listened to the story about Thanskgiving.

SAINT NICOLAS

During the following week, the children got to know St. Nicholas and had a small cardboard St. Nicholas on this occasion.

CHRISTMAS

On the occasion of Christmas, many activities have been planned. Among them, an advent calendar that allows children to follow the progress of the days and to look for the corresponding day each day. So each child had the chance to have a little chocolate to taste!

Advent Calendar

Deers

Lovely deers have been created

GARLANDS

The children were introduced to garlands, which helped them learn how to fold and repeat the gesture.

Santa Claus

In all his forms, Santa Claus has invited himself into the classroom….

Christmas’ decoration

PREPARATION FOR THE SHOW

The children and the teachers put a lot of effort into the preparation of the Christmas show. We prepared the backdrop all together, chose the songs and adapted the gestures so that everyone could feel good and be an integral part of this beautiful show. A great progression over the weeks, always with a smile and with willing children. Well done!!:-)

SHOW

What a wonderful day! Joyful and enthusiastic children arrived. We helped them to change, to review the course of the show and presto…. The show flew by, at lightning speed. The Chestnuts and Maples can be proud of their performance as it was so successful… Beautiful songs, beautiful gestures and a beautiful choreography. Enough to make mom and dad proud, who came to applaud them, and their teacher happy to have shared this exceptional moment with them!:)

Dear Parents, I hope you enjoyed this page describing your children’s activities throughout this second term, which we had the pleasure of sharing together.

Have a nice time with your family and MERRY CHRITMAS hohoho….

See you next year

Dina

French with Marie

Durant cette deuxième période de l’année, nous avons principalement lu 6 albums de jeunesse (en lien avec les fêtes tels que Halloween, Noël, les formes, l’hiver…) :

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De ces ouvrages, ont découlé différentes activités qui ont permis l’exploitation de ces histoires. Nous avons donné du sens à l’apprentissage, une façon plus ludique et une approche plus concrète.

A chaque début de semaine, vos enfants ont appris et chanté une nouvelle chanson (7 semaines = 7 chansons) :

La sorcière Gribouilla, La pluie qui mouille, Pétrouchka, Loin du froid de décembre, Vive le vent, J’ai planté un sapin, Petit garçon.

En parallèle, nous avons répété les chansons pour le spectacle de Noël.

 Les objectifs de cette période ont été de :

– s’initier à la pratique de la langue française

– construire des phrases simples mais correctes

– oser s’exprimer en petit groupe

– tracer le bonhomme de chaque mois

–  reconnaître et nommer les formes simples (rond, carré, triangle et rectangle)

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– reconnaître son prénom (et savoir l’écrire pour certains enfants)

– apprendre les nombres 3 à 5 (savoir dénombrer une collection)

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– reconnaître de petits mots

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– réaliser des activités de graphisme

– comprendre les albums lus en classe

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– faire de la cuisine

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– découvrir les fêtes de Thanksgiving et Saint Nicolas

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French Topic with Marie

The theme for this period is “Let’s celebrate.” We studied the differences between celebrations around the world and how each one organizes the festivities. We’ve read these books:

They played the bingo themed “Celebrations”

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They learned two songs: “Quand les pieds font la fête” and “Noël”.

Finally, they prepared, decorated, rehearsed and performed the Christmas show.

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