Hello!

This week in Understanding the World we have been reading ‘Once There Were Giants’ by Martin Waddell. The children have enjoyed thinking about the different stages of life and how we grow and change. We have talked about the different sorts of things we can do at these stages: baby, toddler, child, teenager and adult. We have sequenced pictures chronologically (in time order) and have learnt about using a timeline. The children have had lots to share about different family members and friends and what stages of life they are at. They have compared themselves as a baby to what they are like now, thinking of all the things they can do now which they couldn’t as a baby. Thank you for all the lovely baby photos.

In maths we have been identifying when 2 sets are equal in number and identifying when a double is shown. We have explored different double patterns to 10, using counters and our fingers to help us to see equal amounts. We have also explored 3 step repeating patterns and we used actions and sounds to create some patterns.

Next week in maths we will be sorting objects according to different criteria. They will also continue to practise recalling the composition of numbers as doubles. They will explore odd and even numbers when investigating doubles.

Next week in Understanding the World we will be thinking about ‘Our Wonderful World’. We will be thinking about places and people who are special to us and will be talking about signs of Spring and new life.

Next week we have our Stay and Play sessions on Thursday. We are looking forward to welcoming you into class to enjoy ‘Discovery Time’ with your child.

We hope you have a lovely weekend!

The Reception team