Week 4 Classroom Notes

 

The term is flying by and it is Week 4 already!!!! The students have settled nicely into routines and are creating some amazing work.

 

Literacy

In Literacy, we are writing narratives. You will have noticed Talk Homework appearing on the class blog every Tuesday. We have our Big Write lesson on a Wednesday, so it is important that you talk about the homework with your child Tuesday night.

Students have been learning how to begin a narrative by creating an orientation (setting): 

Who is in the story?

When and where does the story happen?

Students are encouraged to use adjectives to describe the characters and places to make their story as interesting to read as possible. We call these our WOW words.

This week we are discussing how to create the middle of a story. We are starting with -  

What is the problem?  

The series of events that happen to solve the problem.

The remainder of the term we will look at -  How is the problem resolved?

Please see me if you have any questions regarding this.

 

Numeracy

In mathematics lessons we are:

• adding and subtracting with bigger numbers up to 40
• Time to the hour and half hour
• Calendar
• Graphing information

 

Health

In Health, we are learning about medicines and warning symbols on packaging. Your child may ask for any empty medication containers so we can look at the warning labels. This topic includes poisonous substances, such as cleaning products, as well so please point out any CAUTION labels you may see on products at home and in the shops.

 

Geography

We are learning about features of our environment in Geography. Some features like rocks and mountains occur naturally, some are constructed by people such as buildings and some are managed such as beaches. Encourage your child to talk about how features of their environment may be created as you go for a walk or a drive.

 

Science

Science has us looking at insects and other invertebrates as part of biological science. We have spoken about not touching insects they see as they may bite, but they certainly are interested in a close up look at everything wriggly and crawly at the moment so don’t be surprised if the suddenly want to show you the spider in the garden!

This term is our Cross Country and Faction Athletics Carnival. The students have been practising and are getting fitter every day. Please keep your eye on the calendar for these events.

 

Other Teachers

 

The students spend the following times with other teachers:

Monday (odd weeks) - Art – Mrs Agar

Tuesday – Sport – Mrs Oliver

Thursday – Library – Mrs Pomatti

                 Italian – Mrs Isaiah

Friday – Music – Mrs Nair

Please note the change to our library day. Students now need to return books on a Wednesday in preparation for Thursday.

Practice Time Folders are now to be returned on a Friday, and they will stay at school until Monday. If you would prefer them to go home over the weekend just let me know.

 

I hope you have a lovely term. Please let me know if you would like to make a time to come and see me to discuss any issues. The below information is some information on the National Quality Standard (NQS) for your information,

 

Regards,

Corinna Thomas

 

 

National Quality Standard

Introduction

The National Quality Standard (NQS) has been formulated by the Australian government. It is used to guide all staff working with children in the early childhood sector.

The K-2 team at Wattle Grove Primary School have been exploring and reflecting upon the NQS throughout the year.

If you would like to find out more information about the NQS, please have a look at the website: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/national-quality-standard

Quality Area 2: Children’s Health and Safety

All staff promote and implement effective hygiene practices at Wattle Grove Primary School.

In each of the classrooms, hygiene posters are referred to by teachers and children to ensure good hygiene practices are maintained.

Some of these hygiene practices include:

· Children washing hands with soap and water when hands are visibly dirty.

· Children washing hands with soap and water before and after eating.

· Children washing hands after going to the toilet.

· Children coughing and sneezing with a tissue or bent elbow, disposing of used tissues immediately and washing hands.

Here is a Handwashing Song by the Wiggles that reinforces the importance of handwashing for children.