In English, the children brainstormed adjectives to describe fireworks. They then wrote a sensory poem using the word bank that they had made. They were excellent poems, which they read out to the class. I can safely say the lesson went off with a BANG!

In mathematics, the children have been working on addition and subtraction using a number line. They have been using place value cards to make 2-digit numbers and some children enjoyed making 3-digit numbers. 

The children have been exploring how sound travels through their environment. During an investigation in the playground, they experimented with different musical instruments, listening carefully to how the sounds travelled. They observed that the further away they moved from the instruments, the fainter and quieter the sounds became. This encouraged the children to think about how sound travels through vibrations and how distance can affect the volume of the sound we hear. 

During PSHE, the children explored a range of different feelings and emotions, discussing the different feelings they may have experienced. They particularly enjoyed playing a guessing game, where they used clues and expressions to identify the different emotions. This was a fun way to develop their understanding of feelings and recognise that everyone experiences a variety of emotions.

Form 2 took part in an exciting embossing activity, exploring how to create texture and dimension in their artwork. They began by using a pencil to carefully outline their chosen image before adding finer details with a special embossing tool. They then cut out their chosen picture and attached it to either gold or silver backing. By embossing the design, they transformed their flat image into a beautiful raised, 3D surface. The children enjoyed experimenting with this technique and creating their own unique pieces of artwork. 

In Humanities, the children have been learning about British Geography. They used Google Maps to locate Otford, Russell House and the local duck pond. The children were very excited to see familiar places from a bird’s-eye view and enjoyed identifying where they were on the map. They also explored the United Kingdom, locating and identifying its capital cities. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm as they developed their map-reading and geographical skills.