The children had a fantastic time at Bristol Zoo today. Visiting the forest of birds, the reptile house, okapi, pygmy hippo, gorillas and howler monkeys were just a few of the things we were lucky enough to do. We also had our very own lesson in magical rainforest classroom. Have a look at our video that captures some of our best bits. More to follow.
Month: January 2013
Investigating sound in Goshawks
Goshawks class were investigating sound by listening to the vibrations through their tables. Cate then demonstrated different pitches with her guitar.
All about the rainforest.
Ospreys are currently having a fantasic time in the rainforest!
They are at Bristol Zoo for the day, which includes the sight and sounds of the rainforest!
Auditions for Goshawks play
Budding stars were busy auditioning today for Goshawks play.
Visit Eagles New Blog!!!
Eagles class now have their own blog which they will update regularly with everything they have been up to.
They would love to hear what you think about what they are up to, so please feel free to comment on the posts.
Or find us at http://www.eaglesatgastrells.wordpress.com
Ospreys get 180 in doubling & halving!
Snow Time
All the children have been enjoying the snow at break time.
Learning Together
Children from the Goshawks class have been leading group work for their younger friends in the Peregrines class. The Peregrines benefit from extra phonics and word recognition practise, while the Goshawks get the great feeling that they have been able to help someone with their learning that day. Oh, and it’s great fun for everyone too!
Fun in the snow!
We hope that you have had plenty of fun in snow and enjoyed the long weekend. We would love you to share your photos of your snowmen and pictures of you having fun in the snow. Please post them as a comment below.
Investigating Materials
The Peregrines have been learning about different materials. They have been collaging using metal, paper, plastic and textiles.
“I thought the foil was paper because it is so thin and scrunchy,” said one child, “but now I now that it is metal because it is shiny and cold to touch.”
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