Dear Reception Parents/Guardians,
The children have settled in really well in their first week of Reception. All of the staff have been very pleased with their enthusiasm and behaviour. As of next week we will be starting our Autumn term topic ‘Pitter Patter Puddle Play’. Below is an overview of the main areas that we will cover from now until Christmas
The main focus of this topic is ‘knowledge and understanding of the world’ and enables children to explore water in its many different forms using their senses in a range of first hand sensory experiences. Through this topic the seven areas of learning will be covered and the skills for your child’s stage and age will be catered for.
The children will learn about:
· How we use water at home
· Water safety
· Water in different forms
· Weather
· Animals and their habitats (water based)
· Volume and measures
· The children will use emergent writing, mark making and drawing to express their findings
· Plant growth (necessity for water)
· Respond to music and use their bodies for creative dance
· Welsh words and phrases based on topic
Please remember to encourage your child to talk about experiences both in school and at home that relate to ‘Pitter Patter Puddle Play’.
Many thanks for your continued support
Mrs Carter & Mrs Abel
