Our learning continued with an exploration of how vegetables grow. We discovered that some, like carrots and potatoes, grow underground, while others, such as cabbages, grow above the ground in farmers’ fields before reaching our local shops. To bring this learning to life, the children practised their cutting skills by carefully snipping the leaves of a real cabbage. They then used the pieces to create imaginative dishes, developing both their fine motor skills and creativity.
We also became artists, creating beautiful turnip-inspired masterpieces using scissors, glue, paper, and paint sticks. The children observed the colours and textures of turnips closely, and their vibrant artwork now brightens our classroom walls.
After reading the charming story, Tattybogle by Sandra Horn and Ken Brown, we got creative again — this time turning our own photos into cheerful scarecrows! Using mosaic squares, coloured pens, pencils, and straw, the children brought their scarecrows to life with great enthusiasm.
A new friend joined our classroom this week: Shareodactyl! With his message, “I can share with my friends,” he is helping us build positive relationships and understand the value of sharing ideas, toys, and time. The children have embraced his presence and are working hard to follow his example.
In phonics, we focused on the sound ‘s’. The children enjoyed listening to the Jolly Phonics story and song, practising the action, and identifying ‘s’ objects from a mystery feely bag. They also created spiders using their cutting skills—linking the activity to our sound of the week and reinforcing their learning through hands-on play.
One of the highlights of our week was baking bread rolls. Building on last week’s story, the children worked together to weigh and mix ingredients, shape the dough and observe how the yeast helped it rise. Once baked, they were thrilled to take their bread rolls home — a lovely and delicious end to a busy, productive week.
Next week, we’re looking forward to diving into our new topic: Autumn.
