As we reach the end of a very busy and exciting half term, we have been reflecting on just how much the children have learned and achieved. Our classroom has been full of curiosity, imagination and wonderful conversations as we explored the fascinating worlds of dinosaurs and wild animals.
The children thoroughly enjoyed learning about animals that lay eggs and discovering the difference between herbivores and carnivores. They became increasingly confident talking about what different animals eat and the habitats they live in. From icy polar lands to warm jungles and dry deserts, their understanding has grown beautifully. It has been a joy to hear them using new vocabulary in their play and discussions.
Stories have continued to inspire our learning, and this week was no exception. Using the much loved book Flip Flap Frozen by Axel Scheffler, the children created their own imaginative creatures. We were introduced to Polarpandas, spidyfrogs and butterfoxes, to name just a few. The laughter and excitement as they described their creations was truly wonderful to see. The children then worked so carefully to make their very own books to share with their friends. We are so proud of their creativity and growing confidence.
With Valentines Day approaching, we spent time thinking about the people we love and all the thoughtful things they do for us. The children showed great care and concentration while making and decorating their cards. They took their time adding special details and messages, and we are sure you will treasure their sparkly creations.
Our theme of love continued into our mathematics learning. The children practised matching numbers to numerals and amazed us with their speedy subitising skills, recognising quantities without needing help from the adults. Their confidence is growing each week and it is lovely to see them so proud of themselves.
In phonics, the children have worked extremely hard to learn our new sound i. They have impressed us by confidently identifying all of our previous sounds alongside this new one. Even more exciting, many of them have begun blending sounds together to read their very first words. This has been such a proud and special moment for us all in Nursery.
We would like to say a huge well done to every single child for coming to school each day ready to learn, for listening carefully to the adults, and for always trying their very best. We are incredibly proud of everything they have achieved this half term.
How you can help at home:
Create your own flip flap animal. Draw two or three different animals, cut the pictures into sections and mix them up to invent a brand new creature. Talk about what it would eat and where it would live.
Go on a habitat hunt. During a walk, talk about the different places animals might live. Look for birds nests, insects under logs or animals in fields and discuss whether they might be herbivores or carnivores.
Practise sound spotting. Look for objects around your home that contain the sound i. You might find a pin, a lid or a tin. Encourage your child to say the sounds and try blending simple words together.
We are sure next term will be just as exciting and full of new discoveries.
Enjoy your half term break. You certainly deserve it.
Lots of love,
The Nursery Team 💛