Class of 2030 (Y1)

Year 1 Science 

We have been learning about wild plants and garden plants. We sequenced the tulip bulbs into the correct order. Today we have been planting sunflower seeds and different types of bulbs. 

Year 1 History Transport 

We have been sorting different types of ships in year 1. We sorted them by size and colour. We talked about how the ships are powered by coal, wind and diesel fuel. 

Year 1 Printmaking 

We have been learning about printmaking in Art this afternoon. We have been using over printing and relief printing to produce some wonderful artwork. 

Year 1- Geography-Train Stations 

We have been looking at the different train stations on a map. We have been locating the symbols on a map to help find the train stations and lines. 

Year 1- Absorbent and absorbent materials 

We have been exploring different materials to find out if they are absorbent or non-absorbent using water. We looked at the following objects- paper towel, plastic wallet, a sponge, paper, fabric and tin foil.

”a mop is absorbent”

”a book is…

Year 1- I can and I’d like to learn to…

We talked about all the things that we can do well and what we would like to learn more about. 
 

“I am good at sports”

”I am good at morris dancing” 

“I am good at football”

”I’m good at good dancing” 
…

Year 1- RED 

We listened to the story about Jesus blessing the little children. We talked about why we are special to our families, friends and community. 

Year 1 Comparing Numbers to 20

We have been comparing numbers to 20 in pairs this morning. “Which number is less or greater than”

Year 1 Crudités 

Year 1 enjoyed chopping the different vegetables into strips and making a delicious dip. “It was so yummy. I liked it all.” 

Year 1 Yoga

Year 1 enjoyed a wonderful yoga session this morning. They listened carefully to the instructions and the music whilst making the different positions. 

Year 1 Design & Technology 

The children have really enjoyed working as a team to make cardboard towers. We talked about towers that topple and lean. Which team could make the tallest tower? 

Year One - Design Technology Structures

This week we have been exploring how free standing structures need a strong wide base to stay stable.  The children used cardboard boxes to explore the best way of building their structure.