Croeso i Ddosbarth Derbyn
Staff: Mr L. Jenkins, Mrs M. Devoy, Miss A. Steel, Miss L. Thomas
Spring Term: Unit 2- This term we have been exploring the magical world of fairy tales through our big question
'What can we learn from the past?'
So far we have delved deeply into the following texts:Jack and the Beanstalk, The Ugly Duckling and The Princess and the Pea.
'What can we learn from the past?'
So far we have delved deeply into the following texts:Jack and the Beanstalk, The Ugly Duckling and The Princess and the Pea.
Jack and the Beanstalk inspired art.
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Princess and the Pea inspired art
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The Ugly Duckling inspired art
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Expressive Art skills we have used: Water-colouring, line drawing, pastel rubbing, smudging and collage.
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School Closure
Please check our page during the school closure for regular updates. Many thanks, Mr L. Jenkins |
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Information about Coronavirus
This week, a free e- book has been published by Nosy Crow to help children better understand the Coronavirus and what it means for us. With wonderful illustrations and simple explanations, the book is designed to answer children's many questions and worries. 'Click' on the book cover to access a copy. 7/4/20 |
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Return to School Update for Reception
I am pleased to confirm that we have had confirmation that Reception pupils at Penyrheol Primary are able to return to school during the week commencing 29th June 2020 for a session. Currently, we are offering pupils 1 session a week. This will start at 9 AM and end at 1 PM for Reception pupils. Children will be in a group of 8 as a class maximum.
If you answered 'yes' to the 'Return to School' questionnaire you will have received a phone call discussing your child's session details (or a message will have been left). If you have received a message, please could you contact the school office as soon as possible to confirm attendance for the given date, or to rearrange. This will allow us the opportunity to plan most effectively.
Many thanks for your patience and cooperation,
Mr L. Jenkins
18/6/20
If you answered 'yes' to the 'Return to School' questionnaire you will have received a phone call discussing your child's session details (or a message will have been left). If you have received a message, please could you contact the school office as soon as possible to confirm attendance for the given date, or to rearrange. This will allow us the opportunity to plan most effectively.
Many thanks for your patience and cooperation,
Mr L. Jenkins
18/6/20
Song of the Day
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Music is a key part of a typical school day in Penyrheol's Reception class. Therefore, starting on Monday 30th March Mr Jenkins shall be posting a 'Song of the Day'. These tunes shall be popular songs available on YouTube. Some will be lively motivating songs encouraging dance and dramatic flair, while others may be more reflective with positive messages that you may wish to learn together.
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Sunday 28th June: Stevie Wonder- 'Love's In Need Of Love Today'
"It's up to you, 'cause love's in need of love today...don't delay"
Saturday 27th June: Patti Labelle- 'You Are My Friend' (Live)
"I see the world with brand new eyes, your love has made me realise my future looks bright to me..."
Friday 26th June: The Cranberries- 'Dreams'
"Oh my life is changing every day in every possible way"
Thursday 25th June: Dire Straits- 'Why Worry'
"There should be laughter after pain, there should be sunshine after rain"
Wednesday 24th June: Bruno Mars- 'Count On Me'
"Count on me like 1,2,3,4 I'll be there"
Tuesday 23rd June: Rebecca Ferguson Ft. Nile Rogers- 'Nothing Left But Family'
"I woke up straight into a storm...Ain't nothing left but family, who else will tell me honestly"
Monday 22nd June: Phuturekind ft. Layke Jones- 'Never Be Apart'
"Once upon a time not a thing was fine but you came back home"
Sunday 21st June: Fleetwood Mac- 'Wish You Were Here'
"If i had you near, you'd make it alright"
Saturday 20th June: The Rolling Stones- 'Living In A Ghost Town'
"Life was so beautiful then we all got locked down..."
Friday 19th June: Mavis Staples (ft. Ben Harper) - 'We Get By'
"We get by with help from our kin, we get by through thick and thin...no matter how long I will be here waiting"
Thursday 18th June: MercyMe- 'I Can Only Imagine'
" I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by your side"
Wednesday 17th June: Gloria Estefan- 'Reach'
"I'm gonna be stronger...I'm gonna be so much stronger , yes I am, I put my spirit to the test"
Tuesday 16th June: Carole King- 'Beautiful'
"You got to get up every morning with a smile on your face..."
Monday 15th June: John Tibbs- 'Its Gonna Be Alright'
"Even in the dark of the night, I can see the light"
Sunday 14th June: Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram- 'Somewhere Out There'
"And even though I know how very far apart we are, it helps to think we might be wishin' on the same bright star"
Saturday 13th June: Sam And Dave- 'Hold On I'm Coming'
"Don't you ever be sad, lean on me when the times get bad"
Friday 12th June: Randy Newman- 'You've Got A Friend In Me'
"And as the years go by, our friendship will never die"
Thursday 11th June: Celine Dion- 'When I Need You'
"When I need you, I just close my eyes and I'm with you"
Wednesday 10th June: The Lighthouse Family- 'I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free'
"I wish I could be like a bird in the sky...I would soar to the sun"
Tuesday 9th June: Luv Bug- 'Best Is Yet To Come'
"But my father told me son, your best is yet to come"
Monday 8th June: Diana Ross- 'You Are Not Alone'
"I am here with you ...though your far away, I am here to stay"
Sunday 7th June: The Beach Boys- 'Wouldn't It Be Nice'
"Wouldn't it be nice if we could wake up in the morning when the day is new"
Saturday 6th June: Dolly Parton- 'When Life Is Good Again'
"I'll open up my heart and let the whole world in"
Friday 5th June: Joe Cocker- 'With A Help From My Friends'
"How do I feel at the end of the day? Are you sad because you're all alone? I don't get sad!"
Thursday 4th June: Leon Bridges & John Mayer- 'Inside Friend'
"Let's keep it at home"
Wednesday 3rd June: Frank Sinatra- 'That's Life'
"I know I'm gonna change that tune, when I'm back on top, back on top in June"
Tuesday 2nd June: Puff Daddy (feat. Faith Evans & 112) - 'I'll Be Missing You'
"'Til the day we meet again, in my heart is where I will keep you friend"
Monday 1st June: Van Morrison- 'Days Like This'
"When you don't need to worry, there'll be days like this"
Sunday 31st May: Barbra Streisand- 'Somewhere'
Mellow Sundays: "There's a time for us...time together with time to spare"
Saturday 30th May: College ft. Electric Youth- 'A Real Hero'
"With the strength of a will and a cause, your pursuits are called outstanding"
Friday 29th May: Michael Jackson- 'Heal The World'
"If you care enough for the living, make it a better place for you and for me"
Thursday 28th May: Alan Walker- 'Alone'
"Anywhere, whenever, apart but still together, I know I'm not alone"
Wednesday 27th May: ELO- 'Mr Blue Sky'
"Sun is shining in the sky, there ain't a cloud in sight"
Tuesday 26th May: Tanya Tucker- 'Hangin' In'
"It's lonely but I'm hanging in, hanging out, hanging on...But I know I can make it through whatever comes"
Monday 25th May: Katrina And The Waves: 'Walking On Sunshine'
"And I just can't wait 'till the day when you knock on my door"
Sunday 24th May: Gloria Estefan- 'Always Tomorrow'
"Things will never stay the same, only one sure thing is change"
Saturday 23rd May: Marvin Gaye- 'What's Going On'
"There's too many of you crying...You know we got to find a way to bring some lovin' here today"
Friday 22nd May: Bruce Springsteen- 'Waitin' On A Sunny Day'
"Don't worry we're gonna find a way"
Thursday 21st May: Diana Ross- 'Take Me Higher'
"It ain't good to let the bad news get us down, lets spread some love around"
Wednesday 20th May: Kirk Franklin- 'I Smile'
"Even though I've been here for a while, I smile, smile"
Tuesday 19th May: Bette Midler- 'From A Distance'
"From a distance... no one is in need...there is no disease"
Monday 18th May: Gabrielle- 'Sunshine'
"Sunshine through my window, that's what you are, my shining star"
Sunday 17th May: The Beatles- 'In My Life'
"I know I will never lose affection for people and things that went before... I love you more"
Saturday 16th May: Annie Lennox- 'Shining Light'
"You light up my life"
Friday 15th May- Bob Marley- 'Three Little Birds'
"Every little thing is going to be alright"
Thursday 14th May: Michael Kiwanuka- 'One More Night'
"I'm on fire, I'm on fire for the morning"
Wednesday 13th May: Brandy, Tamia, Gladys Knight & Chaka Khan- 'Missing You'
"Although I'm missing you, I'll find a way to get through"
Tuesday 12th May: George Michael & Aretha Franklin- 'I Knew You Were Waiting For Me'
"Like a warrior that fights and wins the battle"
Monday 11th May: The Four Tops- 'Reach Out, I'll Be There'
"When you feel lost and about to give up... I'll be there"
Sunday 10th May: Eric Clapton- 'Change The World'
Mellow Sundays: "And I can change the world, I will be the sunlight in your universe"
Saturday 9th May: Queen and David Bowie- 'Under Pressure'
"Pray tomorrow gets me higher"
Friday 8th May (VE Day Anniversary): Johnny Cash- 'We'll Meet Again'
"Don't know where, don't know when, but I know we'll meet again some sunny day"
Thursday 7th May: Chaka Khan- 'Hello Happiness'
"Love is what I'm here for, so don't give me no bad news"
Wednesday 6th May: George Harrison- 'Got My Mind Set on You'
"Its gonna take time...patience and time"
Tuesday 5th May: Janet Jackson- 'Together Again'
"Good times we'll share again, makes me want to dance, say it loud say it proud"
Monday 4th May: OneRepublic- 'Better Days'
"May we never ever shed another tear for today"
Sunday 3rd May: Barry Manilow- 'I Made It Through The Rain'
Mellow Sundays: "I kept my world protected ...And found myself respected"
Saturday 2nd May: Belinda Carlisle- '(We Want) The Same Thing'
"We want the same thing and all that we need is to see it together"
Friday 1st May: Blinkie x Crazy Cousinz- 'Blue Skies'
"You brighten up my day, you are my simple get away"
Thursday 30th April: Fleetwood Mac- 'Everywhere'
"I want to be with you everywhere"
Wednesday 29th April: Jackie Wilson- '(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher'
" Once I was downhearted...then you came and it soon departed"
Tuesday 28th April: Tata Vega Ft. Judith Hill- 'Let's Make A Better World'
"Let's all pitch on in and do our thing, to make a better world to live in. Everybody, let's sing, sing, sing"
*Mr Jenkins' feel good anthem at the moment
Monday 27th April: Tori Kelly- 'Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing'
"Everybody has got a thing, but some don't know how to handle it...but don't you worry 'bout a thing"
Sunday 26th April: Barbra Streisand With Andrea Bocelli- 'I Still Can See Your Face'
Mellow Sundays: "You're running to my open arms, like all the years have been erased"
Saturday 25th April: Avicii- 'Wake Me Up'
"Wake me up when it's all over, when I'm wiser and I'm older"
Friday 24th April: 4 Non Blondes- 'What's Up'
"And so I wake in the morning, And I step outside, And I take a deep breath and I get real high"
Thursday 23rd April: Elton John- 'I'm Still Standing'
"Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid"
Wednesday 22nd April: Sigala & Becky Hill- 'Wish You Well'
"It's sad we're not together but I wish happiness for you... I wish you well!"
Tuesday 21st April: Gladys Knight & The Pips- 'Make Yours A Happy Home'
"I wanna do you right, love me out of sight, I wanna be what pleases you ...make yours a happy, happy home"
Monday 20th April: John Mayer- 'Waiting on the World to Change'
"One day our generation will rule the population. We keep on waiting, waiting on the world to change"
Sunday 19th April: Natalie Cole- 'Miss You Like Crazy'
Mellow Sundays: "I miss you like crazy, ever since you went away, every hour of every day"
Saturday 18th April: Michael McDonald- 'Sweet Freedom'
"Coz there'll be starlight all night, when we're close together"
*Incidentally: One of Mrs Devoy's favourite singers
Friday 17th April: Lulu- 'Shout'
"You know you make me want to SHOUT...Take it easy, Take it easy"
Thursday 16th April: Stevie Wonder ft. Aisha Morris - 'Positivity'
"You can always look at the negative, but you should always live in the positive"
Wednesday 15th April: Ruby Turner and Jools Holland- 'Count Me In'
"I'm holding on...wherever you roll, wherever you've been. I've been there before and we'll go there again"
Tuesday 14th April: Joe Cocker- 'I Hope'
"Oh baby, I hope for more love, more joy and laughter"
Monday 13th April: Jimmy Cliff- 'I Can See Clearly Now'
"It's gonna be a bright sun shiny day"
Sunday 12th April: John Legend- 'Stay With You'
*Mellow Sundays*
Saturday 11th April: The Beatles- 'Help'
"I do appreciate you being round"
Friday 10th April: Bonnie Tyler- 'Hold On'
"There's a rage rising...so hold on...'cause everything changes, it will soon be gone"
Thursday 9th April: Brittany Howard- 'Stay High'
"I just want to stay high with you"
Wednesday 8th April: Queen- 'We are the Champions'
"We are the champions, my friend. And we'll keep on fighting till the end"
Tuesday 7th April: Alicia Keys- 'No One'
"People keep talking, they can say what they like. But all I know is everything's gonna be alright"
Monday 6th April: Bill Withers- 'Lovely Day'
"Just one look at you and I know it's gonna be. A lovely day."
Sunday 5th April: Will Young- "What the World Needs Now Is Love"
*Something more mellow for a Sunday morning*
Saturday 4th April: Beatles- 'Here Comes the Sun'
"Here comes the sun. And I say Its alright"
Friday 3rd April: D:Ream - 'Things Can Only Get Better'
"I must learn to deal with this disease. I look at things now in a different light."
Thursday 2nd April: Galantis & Dolly Parton Ft. Mr. Probz -'Faith'
"When the road gets dark...Have a little faith in me"
Wednesday 1st April: Fleetwood Mac- 'Don't Stop'
"Don't stop thinking about tomorrow...It'll be better than before... Yesterdays gone..."
Tuesday 31st March: Take That- 'Shine'
"You. You're such a big star to me. You're everything I want to be"
Monday 30th March: Kygo and Whitney Houston- "Higher Love"
"Think about it, there must be a higher love. Down in the heart or hidden in the stars above"
Summer Holidays
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Dear Reception,
Thank you for all your hard work over the past year. I have delighted in being part of your learning journey so far... and look forward to that continuing in Year 1. We have exciting new adventures ahead of us in September. I wish you all a happy and safe summer with your families and look forward to welcoming you all back in the Autumn term. Take care, Mr Jenkins |
Oliver Jeffers Week (WC: 13/7/20)
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For our final week of the summer term, we shall be exploring the wonderful world of Oliver Jeffers. Mr Jeffers is a very popular author who always has a message to share with us in his stories. Our book choice, from his fine collection, is the magnificent 'This Moose Belongs To Me'
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Language, Literacy and Communication
1a. Listing- Can you list how the moose made a good pet and a bad pet? What I am looking for: A title, bullet points, short sentences. 1b. My Perfect Pet- Can you choose a fantasy pet of choice? This should not be your current pet (if you have one). The information you include does DOES NOT have to be based on facts: it is a creative writing activity. |
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Mathematics and Numeracy
2a. Directions- Moose had a good sense of direction. Have you got a good sense of direction? Lets put that to the test! We have considered direction before...so can you now follow directions while blindfolded? Get a grown up to record you travelling back wards, forwards, left and right. Pob Lwc!
2a. Directions- Moose had a good sense of direction. Have you got a good sense of direction? Lets put that to the test! We have considered direction before...so can you now follow directions while blindfolded? Get a grown up to record you travelling back wards, forwards, left and right. Pob Lwc!
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Science and Technology
3. Fact File- Can you create a fact file about moose? You can use the template available or create your own. What I am looking for: interesting information, a detailed drawing and neat writing. Useful websites to explore with a grown up are listed below: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/m/moose/ https://sciencewithkids.com/science-facts/moose-facts.html https://easyscienceforkids.com/all-about-moose/ |
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Expressive Arts
5a. String craft- Canada is well known for having a leaf on its flag. While Wilfred found string to be helpful (initially) in the story. Can you create a string craft leaf? (The picture here is merely an example. If you are inspired by other string based craft please undertake) 5b. Flag Creating- Many moose live in Canada. The book features many beautiful landscape illustrations, inspired by the country. Can you use natural materials (including leaves) to make an alternative flag for Canada? This is an open ended activity. You could assemble on the floor or on paper. It is entirely up to you: be as creative as you like! |
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Heath and Well being
6. Belonging- Throughout the story many people think the moose belongs to them. We all belong to lots of different people and groups. Can you record all the groups you are part of? Draw a picture of you in the middle of a piece of paper, surround with arrows to drawings and labels of each group you are part of. Consider family, friends, faith, hobbies, community and the wider world. Additionally, can you use a new sheet to draw and write about a group you would like to join in the future? |
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Julia Donaldson Week (WC: 6/7/20)
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This week we shall explore activities centred around 'What The Ladybird Heard At The Seaside'. Please watch the YouTube video linked and attempt desired activities below.
I hope you enjoy the story. |
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Language, Literacy and Communication- 1a. Listing- Julia Donaldson is a very popular and prolific author who has written many books. Can you make a list of the books you know she has written (and hopefully you have read)? What I am looking for: A title, bullet points, well formed letters within words. 1b. Story Mapping- Can you map out the story? Consider the beginning, middle and end, characters and setting. What I am looking for: key information, essential words and neat pictures. |
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Science and Technology-
3. Water Proof- Can you explore materials? Using materials from around your home can you sort materials into waterproof and non waterproof groups. You may like to use the sorting cards (optional). Additionally, can you help the mermaid and make her a beautiful waterproof scale for her tail? |
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Expressive Arts-
5a. Wig Making- The robbers wanted to make beautiful wigs to sell from the mermaids hair. Can you make a wig of your very own using different materials? We would love to see you model your creation too. Be creative with your style and choices. 5b. Seaside Landscape- Burry Port is a coastal town near where we live. One of it's features is a lighthouse, as seen in the books illustrations. Can you create a beach landscape picture based on Burry Port? You can use any materials you wish...even real beach resources if you are able to collect locally. |
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Additional Resources And Activities (WC:29/6/20)
Due to the beautiful weather we have had over the last week, we shall continue with the activities from last week, based on 'The Tiger Who Came To Tea'. Additional activities and resources shall be posted for you to consider, in addition or in place of those not yet completed, from last week. Please revisit the story using either the YouTube link or your own copies of the picture book.
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Language, Literacy and Communication-
1a. Word Search- Can you find words from the story inthis word search? It features capital letters. Do you know the names of these letters? Impress grown ups, as you track the puzzle, with your letter name knowledge (not the phonetic sound). 1b. Cloze Procedure- Can you complete the sentence by selecting the correct word? Use your story knowledge and your ever developing reading skills. |
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Science and Technology-
The Great Reception Bake Off 3. Tiger Paw Biscuits- Can you bake tiger inspired biscuits? Mr Jenkins encourages you to follow instructions with a grown up to do some baking. After you have baked and helped to tidy up, eat and enjoy. Additionally, you could write your own set of simple instructions for your friends to bake like you, inspired by your recipe and design. Extra merits available for written work. You may like to use the page beside to record on. |
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Expressive Arts-
4. Henri Rousseau- 'Tiger in a Tropical Storm' We are used to seeing tigers in zoos, however some live in the wild. Can you create a piece of art inspired by Rousseau's 'Tiger'? You can use any material you wish and use the examples beside as inspiration should you wish. Be creative and impress! Health and Well-being-
5. P4C [Philosophy for Children]- Enquiry Question: Should tigers be kept in zoos? Can you keep a list of for and against ideas you have considered with your family? This should be an opportunity to think about the needs of tigers and how we can best provide for them. Discussion and reasoning are key. Alternatively, you could film yourself arguing your position with your varied reasons. |
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Reception 'Check-In' Sessions
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Next week, some pupils shall be returning to school. Before returning for your 'check-in' session Mr Jenkins would like you to consider the following for discussion during a mini class assembly:
1. What have you enjoyed during lock-down? (Try to think of 3-5 things) 2. What have you found difficult? Why? 3. Have you learned anything new? If so, how? Who helped you? 4. What have you missed about school? Why? Additional Challenge We are looking forward to sharing laughs together again. So... can you research and practise telling a joke? We shall entertain each other with these next week. Those who rehearsed jokes over half term can use these or add others to their repertoire. (25/6/20) |
The Return Of An Old Favourite (WC: 22/6/20)
As always, please consider the activities you like best from below, complete what you desire and please share with us, tagging us @penyrheol2 on Twitter.
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This week, we are going to base our learning on 'The Tiger Who Came To Tea' by Judith Kerr. This picture book is considered an all time great and has been read to millions of children all over the world. I hope you enjoy the story and the linked activities.
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Language, Literacy and Communication-
1a. Story Retelling- After watching the YouTube clip, can you retell the story? You may use the story frame provided (optional). What I am looking for: use of story words provided on the sheet, simple sentences and small writing. 1b. Shopping List- The tiger eats all the families food. to restock the cupboard they are going to need to visit a shop. Can you write a shopping list? What I am looking for: bullet points, your own spelling (where appropriate) and neat writing. 1c. Book Review- After listening to the story, can you complete a book review? You may use the sheet provided (optional). What I am look for: a detailed picture and reasoning. |
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Mathematics and Numeracy-
2. Fractions And A Lunchtime Treat In One (Halves/ Quarters)- The tiger helped himself to so much food, including sandwiches . Can you make a sandwich and cut equally in half? Mr Jenkins encourages you to practise practically cutting EQUALLY in half first. If you understand this, attempt the first sorting activity. If you think you can blow me away with more... ...then consider quarters practically, then attempt the second sorting activity. What I am looking for: Equal pieces! |
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Humanities-
3a. Judith Kerr Life History- Can you create a profile about Judith Kerr? Judith Kerr was a very popular author from long ago...much like Julia Donaldson is today. Explore the PowerPoint with a grown up an use an A4 sheet to record what you remember about this impressive and prolific author. What you might include: title, a portrait, fun facts about Judith's life. 3b. Detective Of The Past-Can you identify things in the story that seem strange? They may seem strange because they do not happen any more...but they did long ago. You can record using words and pictures. |
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Expressive Arts-
4a. Music Making- The tiger explored every inch of the families kitchen. Can you explore your kitchen to find things that will help you make music? BE CREATIVE! What utensils will make a cool sound? What I am looking for: a variety of sounds and a creative rhythm. Please record this to share with your friends. 4b. Tiger Food Packaging- The tiger ate so much of the families food. Can you persuade him to eat his tiger food instead with eye catching tiger food packaging? You can design on the sheet provided and then transfer your design onto a piece of paper to wrap a tin, box or packet. |
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Health and Well-being-
6a. Roar- Can you play a blindfold game? You need others to hide and be tigers while you ask the question "Where are the tigers?" They can respond but only with a roar. You then have to hunt to find them whilst blindfolded. Pob Lwc! 6b. Tiger Feet- Can you create a dance to the song 'Tiger Feet'? You can be as creative as you like with your moves, however, you could consider how a tiger would move and how to put this into a dance routine. |
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Learning Successes (WC: 15/6/20)
Already this week we have seen some fantastic learning centred on 'The Storm Whale In Winter'. Finlay has been busy creating his very own model boat, while still finding time to tackle some subtracting problems. Jasmine has been experimenting with ice and recording her results for others. Oscar has been recording sea creature facts to share information with us. While Shay has been listing sea creatures he knows. 'Click' on the pictures in the gallery below to enlarge
Keep up the great work Dosbarth Derbyn! We are very proud of you. Check this space again for more success stories.
Keep up the great work Dosbarth Derbyn! We are very proud of you. Check this space again for more success stories.
Additionally, Finlay and Oscar have considered what is essential for boat life. Jasmine has started populating her Welsh weather chart. Somto has undertaken every literacy challenge and Finlay even conducted an ice experiment. 'Click' each image to enlarge.
Follow Up Picture Book (WC: 15/6/20)
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Due to the popularity of 'The Storm Whale', this week we are going to explore the sequel, 'The Storm Whale In Winter'. If you did not complete a desired activity from last week, please feel free to undertake in addition or in place of one of this weeks learning opportunities. |
Language Literacy and Communication
1a. Listing- At the start of the story Noi thinks he has seen the storm whale but it is always something else. Can you list as many sea creatures as possible that Noi might have seen instead?
What I am looking for: list title, bullet points. (Note: Extra merits will be given for more specific creatures. E.G. Angelfish not just fish)
1b. Word Improving- Throughout the story Noi's feelings are described by the author. Can you think of words that mean the same or similar to these... happy, sad and afraid?
1c. Give Me 5- Noi's dad is a fisherman who has to set out on his boat in all weathers. Can you think of 5 things you would need if you were on a boat in winter? Something to also consider: you may be fishing at night time!
What I am looking for: draw a picture of yourself on a boat, surround with words and picture of the 5 MOST important things you will need.
1a. Listing- At the start of the story Noi thinks he has seen the storm whale but it is always something else. Can you list as many sea creatures as possible that Noi might have seen instead?
What I am looking for: list title, bullet points. (Note: Extra merits will be given for more specific creatures. E.G. Angelfish not just fish)
1b. Word Improving- Throughout the story Noi's feelings are described by the author. Can you think of words that mean the same or similar to these... happy, sad and afraid?
1c. Give Me 5- Noi's dad is a fisherman who has to set out on his boat in all weathers. Can you think of 5 things you would need if you were on a boat in winter? Something to also consider: you may be fishing at night time!
What I am looking for: draw a picture of yourself on a boat, surround with words and picture of the 5 MOST important things you will need.
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Science and Technology
3. Ice, Ice Baby- The storm whale family had to experiment with ice for Noi. Can you choose an ice investigation to explore ice? Note: You may wish to write (and/or draw) about your predictions and results for extra merits. Video and photograph evidence would be wonderful to share with friends. I am sure we can all be filled with awe and wonder. |
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Expressive Arts
4. Model Making- Can you make a model boat for Noi's dad or a lighthouse? This is an open ended activity. You can build a model using whatever materials you wish. If you make a boat you might want to think about the best materials for floating. Should you make a light house you will need to think what you might use for the 'light'. |
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Humanities
5. Lighthouses (Read and Respond)- The lighthouse helps the storm whale family find land. Lighthouses are a unique feature at coastlines. Can you find out about lighthouses using the read and respond activity? There is an additional PowerPoint for even more information if you enjoy learning facts. You can try and read with a grown up, letting them help you with bigger and trickier words. |
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Health and Well-being
6. Noi's Feelings- When Noi cannot find his dad he becomes very worried. Can you discuss what else he could have done to ease his worries? Mr Jenkins thought he could have made 'lost posters'. For extra merits you could create a poster for my idea, featuring a picture of Noi's dad and some key written information to help. |
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Learning Successes (WC: 8/6/20)
Inspired by the story 'The Storm Whale' by Benji Davies, many Reception pupils have excelled, this week. Both Finlay and Shay have considered Noi's feelings throughout the story and recorded these. Additionally, Finaly has completed a Welsh weather diary. Oscar has had another busy week practising reading and number work in addition to considering capacity. Meanwhile, Rhys has become a real life fisherman, much like Noi's dad. He even caught his first fish. Take a look in the gallery below.
New Book Alert! 'The Storm Whale' by Benji Davies (WC: 8/6/20)
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This week we are going to explore a new picture book by the author Benji Davies (Mr Jenkins' 2nd favourite childrens author).
The story revolves around a young character called Noi. 'Click' the button below to watch the story being read on CBeebies Bedtime Stories. Below are some linked activities you may wish to consider... |
Language, Literacy and Communication
1a. Character Description- Noi's feelings change many times throughout the story. Can you draw a picture on Noi in the middle of a piece of paper and write words to describe Noi's feelings around him? It may help to watch the video and pause when a descriptive word come to mind. Then, continue watching. What I am looking for: Neat character drawing, well written words and grown up word choices.
1b. Favourite Part- Can you choose your favourite part of the story? What I am looking for: choose your favourite part and reason why this is your favourite using 'because', draw a picture of this scene and add your 'because' sentence.
1a. Character Description- Noi's feelings change many times throughout the story. Can you draw a picture on Noi in the middle of a piece of paper and write words to describe Noi's feelings around him? It may help to watch the video and pause when a descriptive word come to mind. Then, continue watching. What I am looking for: Neat character drawing, well written words and grown up word choices.
1b. Favourite Part- Can you choose your favourite part of the story? What I am looking for: choose your favourite part and reason why this is your favourite using 'because', draw a picture of this scene and add your 'because' sentence.
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3. Weather/ Tywydd- Can you keep a weather diary? Use the place-mat beside to help you complete each day's weather. What I am looking for: Include the day of the week. Use the sentence pattern 'Mae hi'n ______________ heddiw'. Add a matching picture. As an extension you may wish to add the time you record the weather each day to the nearest hour (Something we have looked at previously). |
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Science
4. Animal Comparison- Noi has 6 pet cats yet he is so pleased to make a friend in the whale. Can you compare and contrast between whales and cats? What I am looking for: list how cats and whales are the same and different inside a Venn, use bullet points. You may like to add pictures too. |
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Expressive Arts
5. Beach Landscape- Can you create a beach landscape? This is an open ended activity. Therefore, you can use whatever materials you wish (eg. paint, pastel, collage, even lego!) ANYTHING! It can feature anything you would find typically on a beach in this county or another. |
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Health and Well-being
6. Gift For A Friend- At the end of the story Noi was hopeful he would see his friend, the whale, again. I am sure you are hoping to see a friend soon too. Therefore, can you make a gift for a friend you are looking forward to seeing again? This is an open ended activity. Be as creative and imaginative as you wish. However, you should include a name tag with your friends name on it ready for when you see them in the future.
6. Gift For A Friend- At the end of the story Noi was hopeful he would see his friend, the whale, again. I am sure you are hoping to see a friend soon too. Therefore, can you make a gift for a friend you are looking forward to seeing again? This is an open ended activity. Be as creative and imaginative as you wish. However, you should include a name tag with your friends name on it ready for when you see them in the future.
Learning Successes (WC: 1/6/20)
Wow! I have been blown away by more great work inspired by 'The Chimpanzees of Happy Town'. Finlay has been applying his Venn diagram sorting, superbly. In addition, he has considered what foods are healthy / less healthy for us. Jasmine has been making great comparisons with her friend using a character profile template and a Venn diagram. Oscar continues to impress with his CVC word assembling efforts. While, Shay has produced two fantastic pieces of work, his own fact file about Jane Goodall and his own healthy eating plate. Keep up the fantastic home learning Reception!
A New Half Term (WC: 1/6/20)
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I hope you all had a lovely half term break in the beautiful summer sunshine and feel refreshed and ready to learn again. We shall continue with activities linked to our latest story 'The Chimpanzees of Happy Town' before moving to a new exciting picture book, next week. You can attempt any of the activities that you desire below.
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Language, Literacy and Communication
1. Read and Respond- Jane Goodall is very famous for her work with chimpanzees: She is an expert. Can you find out about her? Read the fact file (grown ups can read/ you can try alongside them if you recognise high frequency words or blend-able words). Then answer the questions about Jane. What I am looking for: good listening and well remembered facts. For extra merits you might like to make your own fact file about Jane Goodall |
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Mathematics and Numeracy
2. Venn Sorting- Happy Town was covered with many beautiful flowers after Chutney became Mayor. Can you sort the flowers using the criteria provided, featured on these two problems? What I am looking for: Good cutting skills, accurate sorting. Reminder: Remember some may have to go outside the circles. |
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Health and Well-being
3a. Chutney held a celebration for the transformation of 'Happy Town' featuring many delicious treats. But was it a healthy party? Listen to 'Food Groups Are Rockin' Tonight' and consider foods we should eat rarely, sometimes and often. You can complete the pyramid with pictures and matching words or create a balanced and healthy plate of your own on plain paper/ paper plate What I am looking for: detailed drawings, neat well copied words or your own phonetic spelling. 3b. We Are All Different Comparisons- Chutney and the Mayor we're definitely different characters. But...how are you different from others?
This is a potentially great opportunity to communicate with a friend you miss. Can you work with a classmate over phone call/ video call? If not maybe a sibling in your house. Have a conversation about your likes. You can complete either or both of the activities linked should you wish. |
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Humanities
4. USA research- Chutney had travelled far to the USA much like the 'Go Jetters'. Can you listen to key facts within this PowerPoint to learn about North America? You can record anything new you have learned on plain paper. This is an open ended activity: You may like to learn some names of American states, draw and label a famous landmark, recreate the American flag, find out facts from your own questions. Be as creative and as inquisitive as you like. Surprise me! |
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Expressive Arts
5a. Singing- Previously, we asked you to learn a guided dance to the song 'Dancing In The Street'. Next, we would like to hear you sing part of the song. Listen to the song, pick a part you like best, practise the words, then practise singing them. When ready... record your performance. Note: Teachers will also be doing this challenge and we shall post later in the week. We are sure you are better singers than us! 5b. Junk Modelling- Can you create your very own Happy Town home from recycled materials? What I am looking for: cool designs, bright colours as Chutney insisted and well attached features. The picture here is ONLY an example. Please research your own designs. |
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Half Term Break (WC: 25/5/20)
Mr Jenkins' Half Term Challenge
I have one challenge for you for the week. Can you research a favourite joke and deliver this on video for all of us to enjoy? Ask family members theirs/ research online/ in books/ magazines. I shall post mine here during the week. Lets laugh together! |
Well done. Lots of hard work has been going on at home over the previous months. Therefore, we here at Penyrheol Primay believe your half term is very important. This is a time to relax and seek fun opportunities. However, as always we encourage you to continue reading every day. Should you wish to continue learning activities during half term, we would greatly appreciate seeing them. You could either revisit maths and literacy concepts we have previously explored, find story-based activities you didn't quite get time to complete or visit the Swansea Council Website to be directed to more resources. Additionally, don't forget the brilliant resources available on the 'Speech and Language Link' website. 'My Maths' challenges have also been allocated as usual. We shall resume learning around the 'Chimpanzee's of Happy Town' the following week (WC: 1/6/20) Stay safe, be good and have fun. Mr Jenkins (23/5/20) Mr Jenkins' joke to make you chuckle: |
Bendigedig ddosbarth Derbyn!
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Learning Successes
Week Commencing 18/5/20: It is only Wednesday and we have seen great learning happening at home this week. Finlay and Shay have created spectacular maps of their own 'Happy Towns'. Jasmine is ready to party with her 'Happy Town Celebration Menu'. While, Oscar has been practising his CVC word reading within a word search. 'Click' each picture to enlarge
Keep learning, keep sharing!
Keep learning, keep sharing!
Time To Check- In With Mrs Devoy (18/5/20)
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Mrs Devoy is back!
Has she been busy? Has she made Miss Steel happy with the challenge she was set last time? Find out by watching her latest video. Can you remember your colours in Welsh to impress Mrs Devoy? Will Miss Steel be up for her next challenge? Until next time, stay safe and keep learning. |
New Book Alert! 'The Chimpanzees of Happy Town' (WC: 18/5/20)
Our latest picture book comes from the popular author, Giles Andreae. I hope you enjoy this triumphant tale over the coming week.
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Below are some activities you might like to engage with after watching the video of the story...
Language, Literacy and Communication
1. Party Menu Writing- To celebrate the creation of Happy Town, Chutney organised a party with scrumptious things to eat. If you were hosting a party, can you tell us what would be on the menu? You can include writing and pictures to entice. I look forward to reading.
1. Party Menu Writing- To celebrate the creation of Happy Town, Chutney organised a party with scrumptious things to eat. If you were hosting a party, can you tell us what would be on the menu? You can include writing and pictures to entice. I look forward to reading.
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Numeracy and Mathematics
2. Directions- Blind fold game. Can you follow direction instructions from a grown up to travel around your happy house? [Parents to Include: forwards, backward, left, right, up and down. For extra merits include full and half turns] Remind pupils of the capital 'L' their own hand makes to help them with left and right prior to game playing. Please see the button for an additional linked challenge. |
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Humanities
3. Map Making- Happy town looks such a delightful place to live. Can you make your very own happy town? What would you include for it to truly be a fun place to live? After your initial drawings I would like you to include some map symbols and label with matching words. (See the documents beside to help you) |
Health and Well-being
4a. My Lock Down Hopes Poster- The tree Chutney planted bloomed and gave him strength and hope. Can you make a poster of all your hopes during our current lock down situation? Include both drawings and writing please. What I am looking for; a bold, eye catching poster, including at least 3 hopes.
4b. Planting and caring- If possible can you plant some seeds, like Chutney did, tend to these (as we have in class before) and ensure they grow? You could keep a diary of any key progress too, for additional merits.
4a. My Lock Down Hopes Poster- The tree Chutney planted bloomed and gave him strength and hope. Can you make a poster of all your hopes during our current lock down situation? Include both drawings and writing please. What I am looking for; a bold, eye catching poster, including at least 3 hopes.
4b. Planting and caring- If possible can you plant some seeds, like Chutney did, tend to these (as we have in class before) and ensure they grow? You could keep a diary of any key progress too, for additional merits.
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Expressive Arts
5. Dance- At the end of the story happy town was a party place, with street full of joyful dancing chimps. Can you practise the guided dance in this video? 'Click' the button beside this for the YouTube video. Videos of your efforts are warmly welcomed. Ps. You may even know some of the words as 'Penyrheol School of Rock' play this regularly during assemblies and concerts. |
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As always, please send your wonderful responses and results to us on Twitter, where possible, tagging us @penyrheol2
Pob Lwc/ Good luck.
Stay safe and keep up the great work
Mr Jenkins (16/5/20)
Pob Lwc/ Good luck.
Stay safe and keep up the great work
Mr Jenkins (16/5/20)
"Oi!" Can You Rhyme?
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Additional Literacy Resources During our time in class, we listened to many stories. Lots of these featured rhymes. Some of Mr Jenkins' favourite rhyming books are by Kes Gray and Jim Field. You can find the full series on YouTube. One, 'Oi Frog', is featured below. I encourage you to listen to one of these , identifying the rhyming words within, then attempt some rhyme based activities. Mr Jenkins' Challenge: When confident, can you record yourself saying a rhyming string of your own and tweet it? EG. Fun, Sun, Run, Bun, Nun. Go on, impress me! Pob Lwc (13/5/20) |
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The Koala Who Could (Continued) WC: 11/5/20
Please continue to watch 'The Koala Who Could' this week. Then, try some of the activities featured below...
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Language, Literacy and Communication
1. Book Review- Now you have an excellent knowledge of the story. Can you complete a book review in order to help other readers? What I am looking for: story detail, opinions, neat writing and detailed drawing. (You can choose the format you like best or copy a template onto plain paper) |
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Maths and Numeracy
2a. Dice Game- Assemble a koala quicker than a grown up, playing this simple game. 2b. Addition puzzle- Solve the addition problems and colour using the key provided to make a beautiful picture. |
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Health and Well-being (PE)
3. Ball Skills- Other animals offered to catch Kevin should he fall from the tree. Can you practise your catching? What I am looking for: keep a week long diary of your catching, record how many times you repeatedly catch a ball/ beanbag. How will this look? Write the days of the week on a piece of paper, fold and record the number of times you are able to catch underneath. Pob Lwc! |
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Health and Well-being (PSE)
4. Happiness Tree- Kevin liked to cling to his eucalyptus tree to make him feel safe and secure. What 5 things do you cling to when you are worried or scared? Can you make a happiness tree with these 5 things on it? You can use any material you wish but 5 leaves must be paper featuring writing and drawings. |
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Science/ Digital Competence
5. Facts- Can you research how to care for koalas? What are their needs? Record at least 3 facts on a sheet with drawings. You may wish to include a labelled picture for extra merits. (See file for example) |
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Additional Koala Based Activities (WC: 11/5/20)
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Life cycle- Use the poster to help you sequence and write.
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Craft and Colouring- Scissor skills and fine motor opportunities.
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Sorting- Apply your previous sorting skills to the new criteria on these sheets.
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Additional Resources (8/5/20)
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TTS have developed 2 booklets to support distance home learning.
One is aimed at early years, while the other 5-7 year olds. There may be ideas and activities in both that would appeal to Reception aged pupils. Take the time to look at these in addition to the linked story challenges and individual teacher challenges. |
Check-In With The Wonderfully Artistic Miss Steel (7/5/20)
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Please watch the video beside this message to catch up with Miss Steel.
What has she been doing? Can you believe that teachers are doing challenges at home too? We are always learning together in Dosbarth Derbyn. Lets hope Mrs Devoy is up to her challenge. If you would like to say hello and be a teacher giving Miss Steel feedback on her poster, you can record a message or type comments tagging us as usual on Twitter, @penyrheol2 . Take care. (7/5/20) |
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Daily Exercise Challenge at Loughor Estuary (WC: 4/5/20)
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Shwmae Dosbarth Derbyn,
My challenge for you this week is to take some SAFE exercise outside the house. It may be walking, scooting or riding your bike. But, I would like it to be at Loughor Estuary (if possible). [Parents: please discuss social distancing with children before engaging with the challenge]. While exercising, I set you the challenge to find the fairy garden I stumbled upon. You may wish to add something to the garden. That would be nice for others. If you find the garden, take a picture of you with it. It could be a selfie (which we have practised) or a grown up could take a snap you. Post these to Twitter tagging us, @penyrheol2 . Pob Lwc I Chi Mr Jenkins (2/5/20) |
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The Koala Who Could (WC: 4/5/20)
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After the great response to 'The Lion Inside', Mr Jenkins has chosen another book by the author Rachel Bright. One I hope you enjoy as much as the last. This story is all about a beautiful Koala bear, named Kevin. Below are some challenges you may like to engage with. Please watch the video before undertaking. |
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Literacy (Text Type) 1. Kevin is invited to join his friends down below his tree. Can you make an invitation to a friend/ family member/ teacher inviting them to an event at your home when it is safe and lock down is over? Include: times, location, activities, dress code and snacks/ refreshments that might be available. |
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2. Kevin spent many days and months up his favourite tree. Can you order the days of the week? (Tip: Sing our song to help you) Extension: Can you learn the names and order the months of the year? (Extra Merits Available) |
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3. Kevin likes to eat a certain type of leaf. But what do other animals eat? Can you learn these big words and what they mean: Herbivore, carnivore and omnivore? |
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4. Growth Mindset: Kevin thought he was not able to come down from his familiar tree...but he could! On a sheet of A4 paper (folded in half), can you list all the things you can do? I am looking for bullet points. On the other side draw something you cannot do YET! Write what this is below... ...Then get practising your YET activity. |
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Expressive Art
5. Can you create a Kevin the koala of your own? I would like you to use either leaves or newspaper to make it please. I am looking for good scissor skills. (The picture is only an example- researched variations preferable) |
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Literacy (Story)
6. Retell the story in three parts: beginning, middle and end. Use 3 separate pieces of paper. You can then create a story mountain. [Remember, the middle is always the part with the problem and the end is always the solution] What I am looking for: Pictures, sentences/ key words, finger spaces, full stops. |
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I hope you enjoy our latest Rachel Bright book and look forward to seeing your results on Twitter, @penyrheol2
Take care
Miss you lots
Mr Jenkins (2/5/20)
Take care
Miss you lots
Mr Jenkins (2/5/20)
STEM Ideas For Awe And Wonder
If you are looking for some 'awe and wonder' in your daily routine, look no further than the daily experiments available at STEM.ORG. Each day they post a new resource of the day.
'Click' the button below and then please select 'Primary Resource Of The Day' for excellent opportunities for engagement and thinking.
'Click' the button below and then please select 'Primary Resource Of The Day' for excellent opportunities for engagement and thinking.
Follow up/ additional resources (3/5/20)
Time Extension: Half Past
Only for those children you believe grasped the concept of o'clock well, last week.
Additional half past resources are available below...
Only for those children you believe grasped the concept of o'clock well, last week.
Additional half past resources are available below...
Board Games (3/5/20)
Last week, we had lots of feedback about the joy you had partaking in the o'clock board game. So please take a look at the additional games below. I am certain you will have fun with some of these. Pob Lwc!
Check-In With The One And Only Mrs Devoy [AKA Queen of the Readers]
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After 2 weeks of Mr Jenkins' videos, I thought it was time for change.
So checking-in with Reception this week we have none other than, Mrs Devoy. We have all missed Mrs Devoy in school, even before we closed. So this is a special treat for you I am sure (And we get to see Millie). If you would like to make Mrs Devoy a get well card or just a create a picture of her and you (reading maybe), you can take a picture and post to Twitter, tagging us @penyrheol2 . Mr Jenkins will then forward them to her. Diolch Yn Fawr (29/4/20) |
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Story Time
Speech and Language
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At Penyrheol Primary we are lucky enough to have Speech and Language activity groups with Mrs Mellish. These weekly groups are hugely beneficial and encourage talking and listening.
During the current closure, resources have become available for parents. The website features an abundance of activities that will benefit all Reception pupils. There are online games, activity sheets and other game ideas. Please 'click' the button beside to be directed to these. (26/4/20) |
Check-In and Shout Out
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Hi Reception,
I hope you and your families are all well. Thank you for all your hard work over the last week. Have a go at the next set of challenges. I know you can impress me to earn your very own shout out. Miss you lots, Mr Jenkins (25/4/20) |
Check-in and shout out
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My own challenge
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Expressive Arts Challenge Time: Roar! (WC: 27/4/20)
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This week Reception, I have a new challenge for you.
You will need to get moving. Have you got the moves? This is a guided dance. So, you need to watch the cool NTV children and copy their moves to Katy Perry's 'ROAR'. You will need to practise each day! What I shall be looking for: good timing, linked moves and most importantly fun. Be a "champion" and tweet your practises and routines to us @penyrheol2 Have fun! Mr Jenkins (25/4/20) |
The Lion Inside continued (Week 2: WC: 27/4/20)
Well done Reception, you have engaged brilliantly with our latest story by Rachel Bright, 'The Lion Inside'. Therefore, we shall continue with linked activities you can complete at home. Please watch the story again to refresh your memory.
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1. Maths- "Lion O'clock"
Mr Jenkins couldn't find Lion O'clock on his watch! Can you learn about real time and help? You can use the link and resources provided to support. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Luigc_EhPX8 |
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2. Research and Literacy
Can you create a fact-file about either a lion or a mouse? You will need to research key information (habitats, diet, special features etc). What I am looking for: pictures, a bold title and at least 5 facts. Helpful websites include: Folly-Farm.co.uk, natgeokids.com, Pestworldforkids.org Be a teacher and teach Mr Jenkins a cool fact about your favourite animal for merits! |
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3.Role Play
Last week, one of you challenges was to make a lion or mouse mask. With your mask on, I challenge you to think how your animal would react to meeting a crocodile? What would they do? What will happen next? You could film this and send it too us on Twitter, @penyrheol2 I look forward to the drama. |
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4. Humanities
Can you sort animals by their habitat? What I am looking for: name the animals and their habitats If you have animal figures at home even better. |
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Can you label a lion and/or a mouse? I would be very impressed if you could draw the animal yourself (Busy Bee Pencil please) and label the body parts correctly. If you want to print a real life image to then label as an alternative, that is fine. Grown ups: Please provide a word bank for pupils to select the required body part words using their spelling skills (where appropriate). You can also draw the arrows. |
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6. P4C discussion
Mouse had to be very brave to approach Lion to try and learn how to roar. When have you been brave? What helped you? How did you feel after? Draw a picture with a matching sentences / key words below. |
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I look forward to seeing your continued hard work so keep it up!
I miss you and am very proud of you.
Mr Jenkins (25/4/20)
Reception Selfie Gallery 2020
"You just call out my name, and you know wherever I am, I'll come running...You've got a friend."
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Ardderchog to all Reception pupils who have accepted the selfie challenge, so far.
We have some great photographers in our class. I hope seeing your friends faces on this page will bring you big smiles and classroom memories. Keep checking here to see who else joins the gallery next! Stay safe, Miss you lots, Mr Jenkins 
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Digital Competence Challenge
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Over the coming weeks, Mr Jenkins would like this page to feature many of your faces, as a beautiful reminder of all our friends we are missing from class.
Therefore, I challenge you to take a selfie of yourself in a place of beauty. What am I looking for? Well.. your picture MUST be outdoors, your face MUST be central with a beautiful smile and the picture MUST be taken by you! You WILL need to practise several times to achieve all the criteria. Using a grown ups mobile phone would be a good tool. (You could take it in your garden or during your physical activity outside the home) Please tweet your independent photography skills to us on Twitter, tagging us @penyrheol2 I look forward to seeing your smiling faces very soon. |
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Once some children have started posting their selfies, Mr Jenkins will hopefully persuade Mrs Devoy, Miss Steel and Miss Thomas to do the same. But....Shhhhhhh! I haven't told them yet! Enjoy camera time Reception. (19/4/20) |
New Unit- "How Do We Care?" (THE LION INSIDE by Rachel Bright)
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'The Lion Inside' being read by Sam and Mark. 1. Build a craggy rock tower. Measure your tower using object from around your house (Reminder: Make sure you use the same objects. E.g. All the same size cups).
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This week, we would have been starting a new unit if in school.
However, you can still enjoy some activities that link with the unit that can be done at home. Listen to the story, by one of Mr Jenkins' favourite authors, Rachel Bright, then consider the following activities: 2. Lion was in a gang . Can you research other animal groupings (collective names) and make a list of them? E.G. Lions make a Pride. Will you find my favourite? 5. Discussion: Mouse wanted to be like Lion at one point in the story. Is there somebody you would like to be like? Why? How could you be more like them? As always, I look forward to seeing your results on Twitter, @penyrheol2 Enjoy, Mr Jenkins (19/4/20) |
3. Create a new book cover for 'The Lion Inside'. Make it totally different from the official one. Do include the title (Reminder: Always in the biggest writing) and the author and illustrators names.
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New Literacy and Numeracy worksheets (WC: 20/4/20)
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Worksheets you may wish to engage with over the coming weeks.
Literacy: Please look at the documents below. There are 3 levels included. *Letter level (ONLY LOWER CASE: Please do not use or include capitals at this stage) *Word level (Phonetic = Can be sounded out ) & (High frequency= Memorise. Do not sound out) *Sentence level. (Use your high frequency words and phonetic knowledge to write simple sentences) |
Please do not push children to complete activities that are currently too difficult for them! |
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Numeracy: Please look at these money activities to ensure children's coin recognition. The first document is a helpful money strip included to support pupils if they need it. I cannot stress enough that pupils need experience with real coins before these activities.
Some pre-worksheet ideas with real coins: sort into groups (children to choose criteria where possible), discuss what you can see on each coin (how are they the same/ different), order by size, count collections, set up a role play a shop situation and write a shopping list too. |
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Challenge: When confident recognising coins, use your counting in 1s , 2s, 5s and 10s to total coin collections!
As always, please tweet any of your activities to us on Twitter, tagging us @penyrheol2
Mr Jenkins' Check-In
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Hi Reception,
I hope you had a wonderful Easter with your families. I want you to keep busy and keep learning. While away from school I ask you to make memories and learn something new. For example: Take part in a new board game, learn a new ball skill or learn phrases in another language. My days involve the guitar, gardening, reading and power walks around the local area. What are you reading?How are you being busy? Let me know on Twitter, @penyrheol2 I miss you all and look forward to the day we are all back together. Stay safe, Mr Jenkins (16/4/20) |
Mr Jenkins' latest read: Tom Jones: Over The Top And Back 
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Missing Extended Family?
As always please keep us updated with all your activities on Twitter, tagging us @penyrheol2 |
"This is me sending you a hug"
I am sure lots of you are missing meeting your Nannas, Bampas, Aunties, Uncles and Cousins. Why not make them something? This idea requires you to draw yourself with wide open arms, pictorially giving a loved one a hug. You can draw this on a sheet of paper or someone could draw around you on a large piece of paper. Then, decorate and write a message on the back. Maybe write what you love about the person/ people you are sending your hug to. Finally, post/deliver on your daily walk. or send photos digitally. |
Stay safe and take care of yourself and your family Missing you lots, Mr Jenkins (16/4/20) |
Easter/ Pasg
Below are some Easter activities you may wish to engage with this week:
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1A. The Easter Story- First, please watch the YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3UKd6LQKng .Then, cut out all the boxes carefully. Next, read the story sentences with a grown up (you will know some of the words!). Later, stick the sentences in order and find the matching pictures. Finally, as a grown up to read the story with you completed.
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1B. The Easter Story- (an alternative to the above activity). If you would like to do some writing, here is a lovely booklet that has each part of the story depicted with picture and an opportunity for simple sentence below.
Mr Jenkins will be looking for pupils own spelling (*sounding out and use of high frequency words*), finger spaces and some key Religious vocabulary. GO ON IMPRESS ME! |
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2. Cross Paper Collage- Rip and cut up colourful pieces of paper and stick on top of the the shaded cross.Cut around the cross shape and display proudly. If you have rainbow colours this would look great in your window over the Easter holidays beside your NHS rainbows.
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3. Poem- Can pupils try to learn this short poem? It would be lovely if you could record your child reciting this, completely, over the Easter holiday. It would be a beautiful message for all our followers on Twitter too! Be sure to share and tag us @penyrheol2
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Some additional activities you might want to try...
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National Parks Fortnight (4th April- 19th April)
Typically, we would be encouraging you to take the opportunity to visit parks during this calendar event. However, during lock down we can still take advantage of the nature in our own back gardens. Below are some suggested activities you may wish to complete, inspired by the great outdoors. These are not compulsory!
But why not start with a great, informative and fact-filled book, 'Mad About Minibeasts' by Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz, available here:
But why not start with a great, informative and fact-filled book, 'Mad About Minibeasts' by Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz, available here:
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In addition, you can get creative after being inspired by your own outdoor area.
You could decide to make your own mini beast, using either natural materials such as those on the left. Or recycled materials (e.g toilet rolls) and craft resources similar to those on the right. Please be sure to tweet any of your Park Fortnight activities to us @penyrheol2 . A fantastic response so far Dosbarth Derbyn Stay safe, Mr Jenkins (5/4/20) |
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An idea for next week!
The author of the much loved story 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt', Michael Rosen, is currently unwell with suspected Covid-19. I am sure we all wish Mr Rosen a speedy recovery. Therefore, we would like you to complete an activity while getting some of your daily exercise. Can you share this letter with neighbours via social media or post, encouraging them to place a bear in one of their windows for you to spot. (*Download file below. Remember to sign your name too!) What Mr Jenkins will be looking for is your use of positional language. EG. The bear is... up, on, in, behind, next to, in between etc. (Maths skill) As always, please take pictures of your bear hunt and tweet them to us, @penyrheol2 , next week. Enjoy! Mr Jenkins (4/4/20) | ||
Thank yous
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We may not be in school or mums and dads in work BUT...some people are still in work! Not only doctors and nurses but other people too. Many of us have been clapping for the NHS staff but have we done anything for our refuse collectors?
You can show your appreciation by leaving a note on your bin next week. As always Mr Jenkins encourages you to be as creative as possible and include your own drawing, colouring and writing. Be sure to tweet us your activities @penyrheol2 Keep up the great work Dosbarth Derbyn. I am very proud! Mr Jenkins (3/4/20) |
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Maths worksheets
Please see below for some maths worksheets you may wish to complete with your child. These are NOT essential activity sheets. If you do not have a printer- DO NOT WORRY! You can do practical counting of objects and write numerals in more creative ways. EG. In sand, shaving foam, paint etc.
Continue to focus on number and counting each day. EG. Count in 1s to 100, Count in 10s, 5s and 2s. Practise giving a number of objects from a larger set. Grouping larger collections into 10s, 5s and 2s and counting.
In addition, learning the names of 3D shapes should prove fun for pupils.
Continue to focus on number and counting each day. EG. Count in 1s to 100, Count in 10s, 5s and 2s. Practise giving a number of objects from a larger set. Grouping larger collections into 10s, 5s and 2s and counting.
In addition, learning the names of 3D shapes should prove fun for pupils.
| all-about-numbers-0-to-10-number-formation-activity-booklet-english.pdf |
| number-formation-workbook-10-20.pdf |
| colour_by_3d_shapes.pdf |
| 3d-shape-hunt-activity-sheet.pdf |
Read Write Inc
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Please continue to practise your letter recognition and formation as often as possible, in short but regular sessions.
Parents, please can you reinforce the sound (NOT the letter name). EG. a, a, a apple, d,d,d dog Next, you can play games whereby you sound out a 2/3 letter word and your child can write it down. Add matching pictures where appropriate, to extend. 1.1: at, mat, sat, mad, dad, sad 1.2: it, in, on, gap, pan, top, got, dog, pin, tip, pig, dig, sit, and, an 1.3: up, cup, mud, bed, kit, get met, bin, bad, cat, can, cot |
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| letter-formation-workbook-lowercase.pdf |
| cvc-word-activity-booklet-booklet.pdf |
If your child knows all their letters and is able to put them together to make simple 3 letter words such as cat, sun, log you can try reading the ditties attached below. They do feature 'red words' which are some of the high frequency words in your reading folders
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Many thanks,
Mr Jenkins
1/4/20
REMEMBER: Reading every day is the Penyrheol way!
Mr Jenkins
1/4/20
REMEMBER: Reading every day is the Penyrheol way!
Additional Reading Resources
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Oxford Reading Tree are providing many eBooks for free. These are tablet accessible. Sign up for your free account and check what level is appropriate for your child with the online test.
https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/for-home/find-a-book/library-page/ 27/3/20 |
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Create a Rainbow
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Staying safe at home gives us a great opportunity to be creative. Why not create a rainbow for your window?
The rainbow is a symbol of hope and peace. The sight of the rainbow is sure to cheer up your neighbours and passers by. We would be delighted to see your creative efforts. Remember to tweet pictures to us on Twitter @penyrheol2 27/3/20 |
A Story a Day
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Amazon Audible Stories are now free to stream. Please listen and record in your reading record each day. Click the link below
Today, Mr Jenkins listened to 'The Owl and the Pussy-Cat and Other Nonsense Rhymes' read by Alan Bennett. https://stories.audible.com/start-listen 25/3/20 |
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Mother's Day
Happy Mother's day to all in Dosbarth Derbyn.
Remember to give your Kandinsky inspired cards to your mums today. Be sure this is delivered with a great big thank you for all she does for you, every day.
Can you be creative and make something for mum today? Or share an activity/ experience with your mum? Upload your pictures to twitter and tag @penyrheol2
Below is a episode from CBeebies Radio you may like to listen to together...
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/radio/my-cbeebies-special-day-mothers-day
Take care,
Mr. Jenkins
22/3/20
Remember to give your Kandinsky inspired cards to your mums today. Be sure this is delivered with a great big thank you for all she does for you, every day.
Can you be creative and make something for mum today? Or share an activity/ experience with your mum? Upload your pictures to twitter and tag @penyrheol2
Below is a episode from CBeebies Radio you may like to listen to together...
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/radio/my-cbeebies-special-day-mothers-day
Take care,
Mr. Jenkins
22/3/20
Literacy and Numeracy
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Check out the Topmarks website for fun maths and literacy games
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/Search.aspx?AgeGroup=1 |
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Home Learning
Home learning ideas you may wish to engage with...
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