Class 1 Blog

  Week beginning 26.09.22 What a wonderful week we have had! The children have shown me how well they have settled into their new routine and I have loved seeing their confidence grow and their personalities coming out. They really are all amazing! This week we have been  learning new sounds in phonics and remembering the previous ones - s a t p i n m d g o  c k  using ten frames and cubes to show numbers and continuing to consolidate one more than a number  learning our harvest poem for Church next week making our own inventions with junk modelling  practicing our letter formation  reading with adults trying something new each day Nursery: This week nursery children have been recognising their name and have been tracing over their names counting and singing counting songs going to the library for a story  playing listening games I hope you all have a lovely weekend :) Miss Lewis 

 Week beginning 19.09.22 What a wonderful week we have had! I have been super proud of the reception children as they have started full time at school now.  This week we have been  learning new sounds in phonics - s a t p i n m d learning the importance of touch counting when we are counting, we have also been exploring one more and one less of a number  harvest making our creations for the harvest festival  exploring the outside area and trying new things  collecting leaves  finding fruit on the trees on the field and picking them for a healthy snack Nursery: This week nursery children have been practice recognising their name and have been tracing over their names exploring the outside area building obstacle courses  going on treasure hunts around the playground collecting leaves  finding fruit on the trees on the field and picking them for a healthy snack I hope you all had a lovely week and enjoy your weekend. I have taken some apples to the farm to give to the horses, I will share

 Phonics  Hello,  Please watch the video of the sounds that we have learnt so far and the phrases to help us write them.  This will help you as parents know how to pronounce the sounds, as well as helping your child(ren) write them.  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14bcfHZoDQzK85MFpdQnMut3SR-YFa354 Thank you,  Miss Lewis 

 Hello,  Thank you all for coming along on Tuesday to hear about life in Class 1. Please do not worry if you could not make it - the slides are here and then will also be sent out to you.  If you have any questions about what is on the slides please do not hesitate to ask.  Thank you,  Miss Lewis 

 Hello,  Although I will not be sending home learning home for nursery, other than a reading book to share. I thought I would share some home learning ideas to do at home, if you want to.  Literacy: Maths: Expressive Arts and Design  Any questions, please ask.  Miss Lewis 

 Hello,  Above are some ways that you can practice Maths at home, in a fun way as you go about day to day activities.  Some Maths to do at home: -practice counting to 20 - always starting with 0  -count down 10 to 0 - one more and one less -count objects - touch counting helpful videos: Subitising What is it?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwt7NgfeZRY Subitise to 10  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cI37YqVVQc0 Number bonds to 10  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lD9tjBUiXs0

 Hello,  Fine motor skills are essential in order for your child(ren) to be able to write. We cannot expect them to write if they haven't yet developed the strength needed in their hands and fingers.  I am going to add some links here to activities or videos that you can do at home.  Activities to do at home:  https://theimaginationtree.com/40-fine-motor-skills-activities-for-kids/ Crocodile snap video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6kPcQSSsEY How to hold your pen:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FKuJtCCkNk Pencil grip development:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWAaMk7u8zk Hope you find this useful.  Miss Lewis 

 Hello,  As we start learning phonics at school, I thought it would be beneficial to share sources that you can access at home to help your child(ren).  Here are some useful vocabulary used within phonics: Here is a useful link to how you can support phonics at home: How can I support my child with phonics? - Oxford Owl for Home Here is a link on how to pronounce pure sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCI2mu7URBc Here is a link to an example of sound blending  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ovJIxTQpsU If you have any questions, please ask.  Miss Lewis 

  Welcome to Class 1's Blog! My name is Rhian Lewis and I am the class 1 teacher, working alongside me to teach your children is Miss Spink, Miss Guiliano (am) and Mrs Aindow (pm). I am really enjoying my time at Little Houghton thus far and feel thankful to have been welcomed my staff, parents and wonderful children. This blog will be used to keep you up-to-date with what is happening class each week. I will also be adding suggested ways to support your child's learning at home. I am always here if you have any questions, please just ask.