We played pin the nose on the snowman in Cypress this Morning! Well done Poppy, Sophie and Anneka!
Making Driedels
Rowan class have been learning about advent and Hanukkah this afternoon. We have been looking at why Christians celebrate Christmas and why Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah. WE talked about traditional games played during each of theses festivals.
Christmas Party planning in maths
Today in maths, to stay with the Christmas spirit, we started to design a party for 6 people. We have started by looking at what food we need for our party and researched this by using the I-pads. We went onto various food websites, found prices and multiplied or added the amounts depending on how many we needed to feed the 6 people. 
The Choir delights residents of Arden House!
We are very proud of the choir who sang 7 Christmas songs to the residents of Arden House. Well done everyone! Merry Christmas!
Muslim visitor
We are learning about naming ceremonies and Maryam came in to talk to us about Muslim ceremonies, particularly naming ceremonies. We learnt the newborns are welcomed into the world by Muslims whispering the words of Adhan into the right ear of the baby.
Visit to St. Lawrence’s Church.
Ash and Beech class went on a trip to the church. We learned some new songs and explored the history of the church. The children enjoyed learning about why we celebrate Christmas and had some time to think about how it’s a time to care for others and spend time with family and friends. 
Year 3 and 4 House Event
Today, the house captains, head boy, head girl, deputy head boy and deputy head girl organised a film quiz for Key Stage 2. Year 3 and 4 did their quiz this morning. 
Future mug designers
Rowan have finally finished off their amazing mugs this week. They have worked hard this term to design a piece of pottery in the style of Emma Bridgewater. Here are some photos of us in action!
WW2 Rationing Project
Today in D&T we investigated soups and considered texture, appearance and taste.
Soup tasting
The children enjoyed tasting a variety of soup today as part of the design phase in their DT project. 
