This week in B9 we have been learning all about the famous photographer Edward Weston. The children were given cameras and were allowed to explore the school, taking pictures of things they found inspirational.
This week in B12 we have been looking at our favourite healthy meals!! We’ve made the meals out of clay and salt dough and we’re going to paint them when they’re dry. We’ve also looked at how much sugar is in our favourite snacks and drinks.
This week in Beech class, we learned all about famous inventors from history. We learned about Leonardo da Vinci and the many inventions he was able to design. We also researched about some of the inventors who aided in the discovery of electricity and the creation of the light bulb, such as Thomas Edison and local inventor Joseph Swan. Did you know the first house in the world to be lit by a light bulb was Swan’s house in Gateshead?
This week B14 have been learning all about the famous photographer Edward Weston and his amazing photographic art. The children have been all round school taking inspirational photographs from what they see and eat (healthy snacks), so the adults around them can see how they view the world. They have taken some fantastic shots and we can’t wait to put them together in their portfolio. But here is a sneaky peek!
Children of class B11 and B9 took part in workshop to show awareness of racism and worked together to stop Racism in the world.
This week in Beech Class, we have been learning all about some of our most famous children’s authors. Our main focus was Road Dahl. Along with the rest of the school, we also took part in all of the wonderful activities and fun, to celebrate Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee. We wish all of you a relaxing half term holiday.
This week in B10, we learned about famous people in the world of religion. We asked ourselves ‘what really is a religion?’ and compared and contrasted the world’s main religions.
We also took time to discuss the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, looking closer at her role and duties as monarch of the United Kingdom. We researched about how different the world has become during her long reign. We also baked some cheese scones and chocolate brownies to enjoy as a treat.
The children of B11 class studied a variety of different artists and worked in a similar style.
They explored a range of different mediums and techniques.
This week B14 have been learning all about one of the most famous boxers in the world Muhammad Ali and the swinging 60’s. The children have been on a rocket to the moon, had their first moon walk, and watched the first man step foot on the moon as well as learning all about the phases of the moon from earth and with Jaffa cakes! It’s been out of this world!
We have also looked at the influential people, music, and fashion of the time. Discussing Black rights and the beginning the civil rights movement for equality and banning racial discrimination.
It’s been a busy week!