The day the Dragon came...

Primary 1 had a huge surprise yesterday. Over lunch a very large Dragon came and stomped all over their desks, all up the walls, and through the corridor. He threw over their chairs and pencil tubs and made an awful mess!

As you can tell, we were VERY shocked.

The Dragon left us a letter, which he brought from Fairyland. He explained how all of Fairyland is being destroyed since children are no longer reading the famous Fairy Tales. Dragon has asked Primary 1 if they would help save Fairyland by exploring lots of traditional Fairy Tales and remembering to read books.
 

 In his letter the Dragon said in order to save Fairyland Primary 1 had to; read lots of Fairy Tales, and they had to create a Beanstalk, Jack and Daisy the cow. Can you guess what our focus story is?

It is hard work trying to save Fairyland!!

We will keep you updated with what the Dragon does next.

Learning Through play

Primary 1 have been continuing to develop their skills with learning through play. We play on a daily basis to enhance our skills in Numeracy, Literacy and Health and Well being We have kept learning logs since August to record the children's achievements, but more recently the children have taken responsibility for their own recording by beginning play diaries.All children are motivated and excited about recording their learning journeys and enjoy reflecting upon previous play sessions.

The children are now confident recognising their play experiences as learning experiences, and can share their understanding of what success looks like in each play session.

 

Science Centre Trip

The Primary 1's had a fabulous time at the Science Centre last Friday. They took part in the Santa's sleigh workshop in the planetarium, using the stars and constellations to help Rudolf and Santa find their way home. They also learned how to find the North Star. We went as far as Japan and Australia in the night sky on Santa's Sleigh. After this the children had a great time exploring the Science Mall.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas, and look forward to more learning in the new year!

Poetry Perfection

Library Visit

Primary 1 were fortunate enough to be invited to the Faifley library to hear "Poetry Stories" written by Joan Porter and illustrated by Jessica Excell.  The school were given 2 signed copies of the stories of "Little Terry Tiddlemouse and his countryside friends" and "Little Terry Tiddlemouse time for tea and dressing up".  The children loved hearing the stories and exploring the detailed illustrations.  The children were given the opportunity to ask the author questions about her stories and what inspired her to write these costumes.

The children enjoyed visiting the library and exploring the different kinds of texts available there.  The Faifley Library is a great resource in developing your children's reading skills.  Books can be borrowed frequently by taking out the free library card available from the library.  

Primary1 learning journey

When the Halloween fairies came to visit...

Primary 1a and b loved learning all about Halloween. We couldn't believe our eyes when we came in to find the Halloween fairies had left us a potion to make for the witch. We had to use our maths skills for measuring, our talking and listening skills to follow instructions and our wonderful imagination to record the results of the potion!