This week we read the traditional tale ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’.
After we had finished the story we were surprised to receive a letter from the King asking for our help. The letter read:
Dear Willow Class,
I am writing to you to ask for your help. As you are aware, Jack has recently found a golden harp and hen which allows him to make golden eggs. This means that Jack has become one of the richest boys in the kingdom. Some people feel that Jack shouldn’t be allowed to keep the golden harp because it is stolen property and now the whole kingdom can’t agree. Please can you help me decide what to do? I look forward to hearing your arguments for and against Jack’s actions and your help in sorting this matter is greatly appreciated.
Yours Faithfully,
King Charles
We had a class discussion debating whether Jack should be allowed to keep the money or if he should be made to pay it back. We then wrote letters to the King explaining our thinking.
In maths we have been using numicon to calculate related addition and subtraction facts.
E.g. If 7+3=10, then 3+7=10, 10-3 =7, and 10-7=3
In science we have been learning about the different parts of a plant. We dissected a plant carefully and looked at the different parts such as root, leaf, petal, pollen and stem.
This week’s book recommendation is written by Lily.
“I am recommending the book ‘George’s Marvellous Medicine’ by Roald Dahl. I am reading it at home and have enjoyed it so far. In the story George feeds Grandma the medicine and she gets taller and taller and taller and smashes through the house. It is a funny story and will cheer you up when you are feeling sad. ”
We hope you have a restful weekend
The Year One Team