We have had a very busy week in Penguins class! This week in Maths the children have been matching Numicon shapes to numerals finding the 1-1 correspondence, and correctly identifying numbers when given a choice.

In Phonics the children have learnt 3 new sounds and we have spent lots of time focusing on the "tricky words" learnt so far.  

In topic, we have spent this week learning about Diwali.  We have had such fun exploring this Hindu faith.  The children listened to the story of Rama and Sita, and created their own colourful Rangoli patterns and learnt about the Goddess Lakshmi.  This afternoon we are going to be visited by Mrs Webster who is going to talk to us about how she and Aniya prepare for and celebrate Diwali.  There will be a separate blog to cover this exciting visit so watch this space!

Finally, the children participated in the Remembrance Service at the church this morning.  They had each made an individual poppy out of red craft materials and collaboratively made a poppy wreath that was laid at the front of the church.  This week we have talked about why we choose to wear poppies and what poppies signify. The children know that when we wear a poppy, we think about those that have fought for our country.  The Penguins were beautifully behaved in church and showed great respect, one of our school values, in acknowledging  the 2 minutes silence.  I was very proud of them all.  Well done Penguins.

I hope you all have a lovely weekend. 

Mrs Bertacchini