What We Got Up To Last Half Term (Spring 2)

It was a busy and exciting half term in Year R!

During Book Week, we created a magical Fairy Reading Garden outdoors and investigated a mysterious library crime scene—where we discovered that The Gruffalo had stolen the books! The children loved reading with their Year 6 buddies and taking part in “Bouncing for Books” to raise money for reading in school.

During STEM Week, we enjoyed a colourful Magic Milk experiment 🧪🌈 and took part in a forensic science workshop, where the children used clues such as fingerprints, footprints and DNA to solve a mystery. Fantastic teamwork and problem-solving were on display!

In RE, we explored the festival of Holi through a dance workshop and learnt about the story of Prahlad. The children created beautiful artwork inspired by rangoli patterns and colour.

We also celebrated Easter, performing at our Easter Spring Tea, making chocolate egg nests, and learning about its importance to Christians. We also took part in a special church service.

What We Are Learning This Half Term (Summer 1)

This term, our topic is “Big Beasts and Mini Beasts” 🐛🦖

We have already started exploring the life cycle of a caterpillar, and we are very excited about our very own pet caterpillars to arrive soon! The children have been learning about symmetry by looking at butterfly wings and have been busy creating their own butterfly gardens in the construction area.

Coming up, we will be exploring:

• How mini-beasts help our environment
• Mini-beast habitats
• Comparing different mini-beasts
• Similarities and differences
• Features and simple classification
• Simple food chains

We are looking forward to a term full of curiosity, discovery, and hands-on learning!
See our topic web and family learning attached below for more information and things you can do together at home. 

Mrs Garrett