This week P5DK have been thinking about the different ways they and others can stay safe on the roads.
Today marks the end of Road Safety Week 2018. Earlier, we discussed the differences between the different types of pedestrian crossings and following this, we visited the new Puffin crossing outside the Nursery gate and practised crossing safely. We also discussed the features that help visually impaired pedestrians to cross the road safely - ask the children to find out more.
Chinese students from the Ulster University brought a taste of Chinese Culture to P7 pupils today. The students demonstrated the playing of a traditional Chinese instrument. As you can hear from the video, it makes a beautiful sound. The children were mesmerised.
Chinese students from the Ulster University came into school today to share some information about their heritage and culture. The children were in for a treat as this included some traditional Chinese music. As the video shows, they were mesmerised by the experience.
Have a look at the children's impressive creative skills. They have been drawing leaves, painting apples, printing Autumn trees and making clay hedgehogs.
In P7T, we have been discussing the importance of a growth mindset where knock-backs do not shift our attitude and effort, but instead give us an opportunity to think again and act differently. The words in white represent sayings from a closed mindset which can be very negative. Things such as “I give up” or “This is too hard”. We have been discussing different approaches which are more positive in nature. The children came up with some great sayings like: “I’ll try this!” or “I know that I can do it”. Being more positive instead of negative will have a tremendous knock on effect on the children’s self-esteem and mindset for the day ahead.
Discuss with your pupils about the importance of a growth mindset.
Change your words, change your mindset!
P7T had great discussions in class last week about the importance of treating everyone with respect. We also revised the different forms of bullying and what to do in the circumstances if we feel like we are being bullied. This video was made revising our thoughts and opinions. We hope you find it useful.
Here are some photos to show the fantastic Healthy Kidz programme that we have running this year in school. P5DK have thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the lessons so far this year. Steve is a great instructor whom the children all look up to and learn so much from him each week.
Building upon the success of last year's Robert Hart documentary, P7 pupils are delving deeper into the man, from whom our school is named after. Sir Robert Hart led a colourful life, and played a huge part in the development of China as a major player on the world stage. In the 1800's, Hart found his way to China from a young age, learning the Chinese language within three years and becoming Inspector-General of China's Imperial Maritime Custom Service. Pupils, with the aid of teachers, the Craigavon Historical Society and CRAIC NI, have had a real taste of authentic Chinese language, dress, food and culture. As the pictures show, pupils have enjoyed the proactive learning experiences.
