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PE IS BACK!! We had a lovely PE lesson in the sunshine today. We aimed at a target from different distances #smithdownpe @misshath2 @SmithdownPr @SmithdownPrimY6
45PE IS BACK!! We had a lovely PE lesson in the sunshine today. We aimed at a target from different distances #smithdownpe @misshath2 @SmithdownPr @SmithdownPrimY6
45We had our first ukulele session last week. Chords and frets ???#smithdownmusic
41A couple of our Mini Mavericks proudly showing their well deserved certificates ???⛹️♀️⛹️♂️?⛹️♀️⛹️♂️??? #smithdownpe Team work and supporting others.
42Learning about endangered animals in #smithdowngeog what threats each are facing and what needs to be done to help.
32How AMAZING is this piece of work informing us about the consequences of palm oil! ? So informative and so incredibly well presented. #smithdowngeog #smithdownwriters
47#attendanceweek Calculating the mean average and presenting data in a bar chart. Points to improve: scale adjustment. #smithdownmaths
41Stage 1 in our replication process of ‘Water Lilies and Japanese Bridge’ by Claude Monet – colour mixing. Impressionism for #smithdownart
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We really had interesting ideas about the responses of each of the characters in the story of The Good Samaritan and related situations to everyday life.
We created our own word art pieces after discussing the rights of the child in PSHE. We chose words which we thought were very important.
For Remembrance Day, we read the poem ‘Dulce Et Decorum Est’ and after discussing the content, we embellished the poem with images of poppies.
151As part of our Diwali celebrations, Year 6 made lanterns displaying the symbols of, not only Hinduism, but other religions of the world too.
40We were so blown away by this painting that we simply had to frame it! What a wonderful interpretation of Claude Monet’s ‘The Poppy Field’ by a very talented Year 6 artist ??
34Year 6 this afternoon continued to look at Python coding. Children used If statements and variables to create a program that drew a shape in a particular colour by asking questions.
29We read some accounts of evacuation during WW2, comparing content and explaining what information and evidence each source provided.
40This afternoon Year 6 have continued to look at Python coding using Edublocks. Today children used lists, logic, loops, variables, and math to get a “turtle” to create a pattern with whilst changing colours after a number of turns.
29We have thoroughly enjoyed reading Neil Gaiman’s version of Hansel and Gretel, so much so, it led us to writing our own dual narratives. We are so proud of the writing we have produced.
37This Friday, 8th December 2023, we will be having our very own Santa Dash! A chance to squeeze in an extra fitness session whilst having some festive fun ??♀️????♂️?????
Watch this space! ?
46Huge well done to the winner of the ‘Hands’ jacket in our celebration assembly today. We have thoroughly loved learning to communicate using sign language.
Thank you ‘HANDS’
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24Year 6 focused on using python coding to make a Christmas tree. As a class we created code for a triangle to be drawn, focusing on the importance of our use of brackets and spacing between words. Children then used the base code to create a Christmas tree image, each section had to be a different colour.
28We increased our fitness in many ways this week: stamina, strength, speed, flexibility and co-ordination.
19A selection of our FABULOUS actors who performed in our Christmas 2023 performance of The Wizard of Oz. We hope you loved watching as much as we loved performing for you all!?
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We created our own versions of the Liverpool skyline one night during The Blitz in World War Two.
33We thought some of our ticket designs were just far too lovely not to share!
22As part of our RE unit, we are finding out about mosques around the world and presenting our findings in Google Slides.
30Our fitness levels are increasing week by week. We are LOVING the energy levels we feel in these sessions, it is the BEST way to finish the week!
18A group of our artists are currently working on a mural displaying scenes from Hansel and Gretel, a story we read and worked with last term. Everything has been lightly sketched on and now the girls are applying the colour. We can’t wait to see the finished piece!
25We have been thinking of actions and qualities to fit a character. We’re now choosing and using percussion instruments to play to represent our character, their qualities and actions with music. ? ? ? ?
26As part of our unit (Grace, Ummah and Ahimsa), we learnt a little about Ghandi, and how he protested peacefully against wrongs and injustices. We then used some key words to present in his name.
21After learning about Mosques, we followed step by step instructions to create our own geometric Islamic patterns. Now they are designed, we are going to colour. How symmetrical can we make them? ?
27We LOVED our dragon dancing today celebrating Chinese New Year.
23We have been sketching figures in the style of L.S. Lowry.
22Following on from our characters, we had a go at one point perspective street scenes in the style of L.S. Lowry.
22We played our own game of ‘Hoop Ball’ today……. it’s a little like Benchball , but with hoops and outside. High energy and lots of fun.
19Year 6 are finding out about AI as part of their Safer Internet Day work.
How will AI change our lives?
20Since we have been studying L.S. Lowry, we took a trip to The Lowry Museum in Salford and took part in a portrait workshop after viewing some of Lowry’s famous paintings. We had such a fabulous day!
22We took a trip to the Family and Civil Court to take part in a mock trial and meet some real life judges!
25We are so proud of the work our Year 6 have produced within our Lowry unit. Displays everywhere!
25Netball in small steps. We played 3v3 today, with a focus on not moving our feet, only pivoting when we had the ball. We also worked on our marking of opponents.
19We’ve learnt about ‘Gamalan’ music, traditional music in Indonesia, and now we’re playing in groups our own versions.
24In the last two computing sessions Year 6 have been getting themselves familiar with Google Sites. Children have explored how to add content blocks, edit text and embedding videos. Children have then created a website about a topic of their own choice.
15After locating places using 4 digit grid references, we progressed to 6 digit references today.
16As part of our ‘Circulatory Unit’ in Science, we devised our own investigations (in small groups) to find out about the effect of exercise on our heart rate. Some groups changed the exercise carried out, some changed the number of repetitions and some changed the time set. All results were recorded and are to be discussed in order to draw our conclusions.
16In Geography, we have been designing our very own islands. When completed, they will show OS symbols and we will locate places using 6 figure grid references.
18We began with sprint relay races, over the flat and over hurdles. Paris Olympics here we come ??♂️??♀️?
15Another superb athletics session this afternoon. So much energy and stamina. Great job Year 6 ????♀️??♂️??♀️???
16The rain held off today and weather conditions proved perfect for our first javelin session. When we improved our holding position and our aim, we saw how much further we could throw! A great time had by all.
18How lucky were we today! Zero wind ? and lots of sunshine ☀️ so we could enjoy our second javelin session in the best possible way ?
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We have started our watercolour skylines to link with our Walking Tour of Liverpool which we wrote in Geography.
not finished yet, but they’re looking good already.
We have had such a lovely day: playing games, extra break time in the ☀️and now it’s a movie and treats to finish off the day ????
15Look at the incredible sketch one extremely talented member of Year 6 has drawn!
19What a lovely day some of our Year 6 children had today! A great day playing cricket at Sefton Cricket Club and the sun shone just for us.
15Here is a FABULOUS finished skyline picture to accompany our Geography work on our ‘Walking Tours Around Liverpool.’ Amazing work from this young artist.
26We had a fantastic day at the University of Liverpool on Friday. We took part in workshops related to Maths and Science…. including sitting in mini Planetarium!
23How great was our rugby taster session yesterday at Calderstones !!!!!
9After learning about life in Ancient Sparta and Athens, we researched Greek schools and what would be taught in each. Following this, we presented our information in a poster ./ information page format. Hope you like them!
10Year 6 has spent the last few weeks investigating social media. Children have spent sessions investigating the different types of social media and how you can access features of them in a range of ways. Children picked some different examples and created a pros and cons list about each one.
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Here are some of our boys out for their session of rugby today, this time at St Margaret’s.
9A fantastic community picnic. The sun shone.
An amazing community food table with so many lovely dishes to share.
31After learning about Spanish food & drink, we spent some time designing our own menus, including the prices in Euros.
12What are age ratings? How do they apply to us? What do they mean? Where are they used?
25Year 6 this looked at PEGI ratings. We discussed as a class what PEGI ratings are and why they are used. We looked at different types of PEGI ratings and how the company decide different games the ratings. Children then used Canva to create an informative poster on PEGI ratings.
7We are starting to learn about all the different styles, colours, shapes and uses of Ancient Greek pottery here in Y6.
8A massive thank you to all parents and children who donated money to Alder Hey. The children on the school council were very lucky to be invited down to Alder Hey for a cheque presentation.
The money raised is going to help brighten the lives of children and their families, all over the country, who require the help of Alder Hey.