Category: Reception Blog

In phonics this week, we will be reciting the phonemes we have previously learned – s, a, t, p, i, n, m, d, g, o, c, k, e, u, r. We will also be practising segmenting and blending words which supports our reading and spelling. We are stretching the children by asking them to segment and blend words with 4 sounds, such as, ‘s-t-a-ck’ and ‘s-t-o-p’. Our new learning this week, will focus on the phonemes ‘h’ and ‘b’. We will practise writing them and using them in simple words. We have noticed children have learned some tricky words at home, which is fantastic! Keep up the good work. Try practising letter formation at home, as this will support their writing skills.

In Maths this week, we are focusing on different ways we can make 4 and 5. We will be using double sided counters and blocks to support the children’s learning. This will help to identify we can make 4 and 5 in different ways and how we can also make different shapes using 4 and 5 blocks. We will also be learning about 1 more and 1 less. We will be having lots of fun creating our own nursery rhymes, using different objects in the classroom to represent what happens when we take 1 away. Sing ‘5 green bottles’ and ‘5 speckled frogs’ at home, it is a great way bring fun into Maths.

In the wider curriculum, we will be reading the story ‘Aliens Love Underpants’, to discuss what we mean by similarities and differences. We will create our own underpants and observe how some of us will use the same colours/patterns and some of us will choose differently. This will lead onto learning how we all have similarities and differences within ourselves.

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In phonics this week, we will be recapping the phonemes we have previously learned – s, a, t, p, i, n, m, d, g, o, c, k, e, u. We will also be segmenting and blending words that have the digraph ‘ck’ in them e.g. ‘sock’ ‘deck’ ‘pick’. Our new learning will focus on the phoneme, ‘r’. We have also introduced the children to some tricky words, such as, ‘the’ and ‘I’. The children love the ‘Tricky Words’ song on YouTube! Try and play it to them at home to reinforce their understanding.

In Maths this week, we are focusing on the numbers 4 and 5. The children will be learning about how we can make 4 and 5 in different ways. We will also be focusing on number formation and having lots of practise on how to write the numbers. Try asking your children whether they can find 4 of their favourite toys at home? Count them out with them.

In the wider curriculum, we are introducing the reasons why we celebrate Christmas and discussing the nativity story with the children. We will also be talking about day and night, and different routines we have when it is daytime and when it is nighttime.

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In phonics this week, we will be recapping the phonemes we have previously learned – s, a, t, p, i, n, m, d, g, o, c, k. We will also be recapping the diagraph (two letters one sound) ck. Our new learning will focus on the phonemes, ‘e’ and ‘u’. We will be learning how to read and write using these phonemes. Try giving your children simple instructions by segmenting words e.g. “S-i-t down.”, “Time for b-e-d.”

In Maths this week, we are learning about one-sided and three-sided shapes and how we use positional language. Children will be using circles and triangles to create their own pictures. Play ‘Simon Says’ at home and ask the children to put their hands on top, below, in front, behind etc. Can they follow the instructions?

In the wider curriculum, we will be looking at Diwalli, Remembrance Day and Children in Need. In Reception, we will doing a one minute silence at 11am, to think about all the courageous members of the armed forces that gave their life during the First World War. Don’t forget to dress your children in their comfy PJs on Friday, for Children in Need! All children taking part will need to bring £1 donation.

Remember to keep reading and practising the letter sounds we have been learning in school.

In phonics this week we will be recapping all of the phonemes previously learned – s,a,t,p,i,n,m,d,g,o,c,k. We will be learning to blend to read simple CVC words and learning the digraph ( two letters that make one sound) ck. We are focussing on reading and writing words using these phonemes.

In Maths this week we are learning about comparing numbers looking at greater, fewer, more and less. Are you able to play games where you see who has more? Throw 3 items into a target how many do you get? How many does a family member get? Who got more?

In the wider curriculum we will be looking at Bonfire night. We will be reading stories, making lots of crafts, doing firework dances and talking about bonfire safety. Can you tell a grown up how to stay safe on bonfire night?

Remember to keep reading and going through the letter sounds that were sent home for half term.

Stay safe over bonfire night

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