Reading continues to be a key focus in school – it opens so many doors and allows the children to explore other curriculum subjects. But, perhaps more importantly, it allows them to immerse themselves in book, magazines, comics and newspapers simply for the pleasure of reading. Our two, KS2 reading
Gateshead Libraries have a range of workshops and activities over the summer. Look at the website below for anything that might interest you. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom–gateshead/gateshead-library/ The Summer Reading Challenge is back in Inspire libraries this summer! This year
With lighter nights, I’m finding even more time to read at the minute and am loving the range of new books that are available in bookshops at the moment. For anybody who hasn’t ever been, Seven Stories in Newcastle is now free entry and it is a magical world of books and stories that can provide hou
Today, Early Years and Key Stage One, were lucky enough to listen to a magical story performed by professional storyteller Chris Bostock. We heard the story, ‘The Tree Of Life’, which tells the story of Tiny Tortoise. He had a wonderful dream of a tree that grew every kind of different fruit. Ow
In English, Year Two have started to read their new book, The Snail and the Whale. Before they could start learning about their book, the children had to follow clues to find it. The clues were hidden all around the classroom – on the sink, next to the globe and behind a door. The boys and girls lis
All of the nice weather has definitely got me in the summer mood – and what’s better in the summer, than to read! These books are both set in the summer holidays and are a great, relaxing read. Beep, Beep, Let’s go! (Age 4+): A family of dogs set off on holiday – but they don’t reach their destinati
What a fantastic day we’ve had celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The children began their day by learning about events in the Queen’s life and placing these on a timeline. Learning things like the fact that the Queen was married and had two children before she became the Queen surprise
The children in Year 3 have had an amazing red, white and blue day celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. They began their day finding out some important facts about Queen Elizabeth II and her family. They enjoyed learning new information such as the number of children, grandchildren and gr
As we approach the half-term holiday, I always start thinking about the extra time that I might have for reading – especially if it’s nice and I can read outside. I love picture books and think that they should be shared at all ages. Shh I Have a Plan: (Age 3+) This is a hilarious picture book, wher
This half term, the boys and girls have been reading Until I Met Dudley – How Everyday Things Really Work. They began by reading the little girl’s imaginative explanations of how everyday objects work, before contrasting these with the factual explanations given by Dudley. This week, we have focused
