We have been working very hard at our sounds in school. So far, we have completed:
s a t i p n c k e h r m d g o u This leaves us half way through set 3 of Jolly Phonics sounds.
Remember, we focus on the sound that letter makes, not its name.
s a t i p n c k e h r m d g o u This leaves us half way through set 3 of Jolly Phonics sounds.
Remember, we focus on the sound that letter makes, not its name.
We have enjoyed playing games in the classroom, to reinforce the sounds. Here is one that we have been playing on the interactive whiteboard. (It would be great if they could have a go at home too. There are a few extra letters on the end of that game that we haven't done yet. We just stopped playing at that point.)
http://www.letters-and-sounds.com/phase-2-initial-sound-game-1.html
On Friday, we went on a Halloween maths trail around the school. It was lots of fun. They children used their "maths eyes" to help them solve the puzzles and reinforce the maths work we have been doing so far. Here are a few of the children in action.
http://www.letters-and-sounds.com/phase-2-initial-sound-game-1.html
On Friday, we went on a Halloween maths trail around the school. It was lots of fun. They children used their "maths eyes" to help them solve the puzzles and reinforce the maths work we have been doing so far. Here are a few of the children in action.
This half term has been a big change for all of the children (and the parents too!) It is a huge milestone beginning school. The children have done incredibly well settling down, learning routines and making new friends. I am really proud of them, as are all of the parents, I am sure. They are definitely ready for a well earned midterm break and I am sure they will be back in November full of enthusiasm and well rested. It has been lovely to come into school everyday to these fantastic children. Thanks to all of the parents, grandparents and minders for all of your hard work with them.
And finally, here we are at the end of the day, playing "Ghostbusters."
And finally, here we are at the end of the day, playing "Ghostbusters."