24.10.2024 Performing, creating, learning!

Last week, in Maple class, the children worked in their groups so that they can deliver an expressive performance of the poem ‘Mr Nobody’ by Anonymous. This week, during a fantastic poetry performance, they articulated the poem with clarity and confidence, projecting their voices,  while incorporating dynamic actions to bring the poem to life.

In English, in our grammar lesson, the children reviewed previously taught grammatical concepts. They collaborated with their partners to complete exercises together, requiring them to explain the grammatical terms clearly.

In Art, inspired by Kandinsky’s abstract style, the children experimented with overlapping geometric shapes, vibrant colours, patterns and lines to create their own unique compositions. After completing their artwork, they added titles to their beautiful creations. During a class discussion, the children shared the emotions and ideas their art evoked, describing how the combination of shapes and colours made them feel and what their artwork represented to them personally.

 

In History, the children learned about ancient Greek scholars and philosophers. The ancient Greeks were a forward-thinking civilization, encouraging innovation and progress. As a result, many scholars and philosophers emerged during this period, developing theories on subjects such as mathematics, science, and how society should be organized. Their ideas continue to influence the way we think today. In small groups, the children explored the lives and contributions of six scholars and philosophers. Working with their learning partners, they crafted acrostic poems to help them remember the interesting facts they discovered.

Hope you have a lovely break with your families.