Thank you for all of the waterproofs that have come in for Welly Wednesday!
The children were fantastic self managers and Mrs Deegan and Mrs Oliver worked their magic to get the whole class suited and booted, ready for exploring.
Looking for signs of Autumn, making wands and leaf creations were a few of the things on the agenda!
We sent home some very tired children at the end of their first full week at school but they have been absolutely fabulous. All staff have commented on how settled at Crossdale the Reception class are. They have amazed us on how quickly they have got into our class routines.
This week in literacy we have made up our own story (Panda and The Leaky Boat) and had fun together retelling it with actions. You should find a map of the story in their book bag so that they can retell the story to you at home. There is also a picture of the map below.
We have also started teaching phonics in the classroom. The children have responded very well to this no matter their prior knowledge. Once we have taught a new sound, the children then practise writing it. Hopefully you have all seen the 'Seesaw' messages with the handwriting practise sheets for you to print off for your child to practise at home.
The children have also drawn their first monthly self-portrait this week. They are great tool to see their drawing progression over the year.
As well as all this the children have had plenty of opportunities to play and use the classroom resources. We've seen some super sharing, turn taking and listening to each other this week for which the children have been earning lots of stamps on their stamp charts.
Once again, can we say a huge thank you for all of your help in settling and preparing your children for school. We're definitely in for a wonderful year with your super star children.
The Reception team
The children have made a flying start to their time at Crossdale! This week we have been learning the routine of the day, listened to stories, enjoying play both inside and outside and talked about what a good friend is. Below are some photos to give you a taster of their week. You may like to share these with your child so that they can talk about what they have enjoyed doing this week.
Thank you for all of your support in getting your children settled into school.
Mrs Mellor & Mrs Ingle
During the first few weeks of term we would normally have a Reception Parents Information meeting to pass on a bit more of the 'nitty gritty' of what your child will experience in their first year in school.
Due to a change in our current circumstances we have provide this in the form of a powerpoint presentation.
We hope you find this useful information and as always we are available via email for any queries or questions.
kind regards
Mrs Ingle and Mrs Mellor
On Tuesday some children will be bringing a lunchbox to school so we thought we'd send a photo of what this might look like.
It would be really helpful if the long strap on the book bags could be removed ( less of a trip hazard as well as making the bags much easier to store in the classroom).
Also, please carry water bottles rather than put them in the book bags.
Thank you for your support.
See you tomorrow.
The Reception Team X
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