Term 2 week 6 RFL

Dear RFL families,

Welcome to Week 6!

In English, we explored onset and rime, helping students to break down and build words in fun and interactive ways.

In bookmaking sessions, the children got creative by adding speech and thinking bubbles to their stories – giving their characters voices and thoughts

Our story book lesson focused on the beautiful picture book Grandpa and Thomas

In Maths, we explored measurement, using language like shorter, taller, longer and shorter to compare and describe objects around us.

 

In Religion, we talked about the different places and times we can pray to God.

In HASS, we looked at birds-eye views and we tried drawing our rooms from above.

In Arts and Design, we brought our outdoor space to life by creating dioramas of our dream outdoor area.

In Science, we investigated what can spin.

 

TRY AT HOME:

onset and rime – say the beginning sound (onset) like “c-” and add it to the rime “-at” to make “cat”.

describe everyday objects — for example, which spoon is longer, which book is taller, or which toy is shorter.

 

NOTE: Please bring your library bag on Thursday June 12th, we will be visiting the library to borrow books .

Term 2 Week 5 in RFL

Dear RFL families,

Welcome to week 5 (reconciliation week)

In English, we continued to build phonological awareness by focusing on syllables and rhyming words. We engaged with the story  ‘The very Hungry Bear’ in our storybook lesson.

In Book Making, explored reception writing and worked on creating main characters in our own stories.

In Maths,we explored the concept of part-part-whole, helping children understand how numbers can be broken down and combined

In Science, we investigated what can and cannot bounce.

In Religion, we reflected on how we belong to our church community.

In Design and Arts, we explored bird’s-eye view and side view perspectives

In Health, we focused on safety at school and the rules at the oval.

TRY at home

– clapping out the syllables of words

– talk about rhyming words

Term 2 Week 4 in RFL

Welcome to week 4!

In English,we focused on written words and phonological awareness as well as name writing.We also practiced name writing, perfecting how we write our own names, and had a go at writing different words.

In Book Making, we explored the wonderful world of Mo Willems’ books. Inspired by his stories, we tried creating our own books with 1-2 characters and added speech bubbles.

In Math, we focused on the concept of part-part-whole, breaking down numbers to understand how they fit together.

In Art, we  voted on designs to enhance the outdoor area at the back of our classroom.

In HASS, we explored how places change over time, learning about the history and transformation of the world around us.

We also spent time preparing for our Friday Assembly, and all our hard work paid off.

Term 2, Week 3 in RFL

Dear RFL families,

Welcome to our Week 3 update for Term 2! It’s been a busy and exciting week filled with learning and discovery.

English

This week, we dove into the world of words, focusing on rhyming words. In our book-making sessions, we worked on designing the front cover of our very own books. The children learned to include a title, a picture, and their name as the author.

Maths

In Maths, we explored the concept of “part-part-whole” and practiced partitioning numbers up to 10. The children used hands-on activities to break numbers into smaller parts.

 

In Science, our lesson was about shapes and motion. We conducted a ramp experiment to investigate how different shapes roll.

In HASS, we discussed how to care for our special places, like our school and home.

In Religion, we explored the parish community. The children learned about the people and activities that make our parish special, helping them feel connected to this important part of our school’s identity.

In Health, we focused on kindness. Through discussions and activities, the children explored what it means to be kind to others.

In Arts, we designed our own boats and tested whether they would float.

REMINDERS/NOTICES

– REB and RFL will be hosting Assembly in week 4 (Friday 23rd May)

Term 2 Week 2 in RFL

Dear RFl Families,

Welcome to Week 2 of Term 2!

English

We explored the letters O and R, practicing CVC words like tap, rip, mat, fit, am, and rat. Inspired by Mo Willems, the children added sounds to their own books during bookmaking. We also enjoyed Thunderstorm Dancing for storybook lessons.

Maths

We worked on teen numbers (11–19) and we used number mats to build number recognition and place value skills.

Science

The children conducted ramp experiments, sliding toys on different surfaces to explore friction and motion.

HASS

In HASS, we discussed “Our Special Place,” connecting to meaningful places in the children’s lives.

In Religion, we learned about the Story of Pentecost, focusing on its themes of courage and community.

In Health, we explored children’s rights, discussing respect and empathy.

In Arts, we learned about engineers and how they solve problems through design and building.

Mother’s day stall

Week 1 , Term 2 in RFL

Dear RFL families,

Welcome to Term 2! We’ve had a fantastic first week.

Literacy

We worked on name writing, focusing on letter formation and pencil grip. The children also explored letter R, practicing its sound and spotting it in words. In book making, we read some books by Mo Willems and tried drawing his playful characters.

In Maths, we introduced teen numbers(11-19), using ten frames, counters and games to show how they’re made of one ‘ten’ and some ‘ones’.

In Heath, we discussed wants (like toys) versus needs (like food and water). The children shared great ideas about what’s essential.

In HASS, our topic was ‘what is a place?’We talked about special places like home or school and what make them special.

In Religion, we learned about churches as places for worship and community.

In Science, we explored movement, experimenting with pushing, pulling, and rolling objects like balls and cars.

Term 1 Week 10 in RFL

Hello, lovely RFL families! Week 10 has been full of learning and fun. Here’s a quick look at what your children have been up to.

In English, we enjoyed reading Possum in the House—the kids loved the possum’s adventures! We practiced writing our names and worked on the letters s, t, m, a, and p. They also stretched out words to hear each sound and tried spelling them—great progress there!In book making, we looked at the books we’ve created, making sure every page has drawings and writing.

In Maths, we explored patterns. The children created their own using colors and shapes, then continued patterns we started together. It was exciting to see their creativity shine.

Wednesday brought Market Day, and what a treat it was! The classroom was buzzing as the kids traded, shared, and had a fantastic time. Ask them about it—they’ll have stories to share!

For Science, we made habitat crafts with paper plates, imagining homes for animals with trees, water, and more.

In HASS, we talked about our likes and dislikes, learning what makes us special.

Health was all about using school items safely, and the children shared some clever ideas.

In Religion, we explored the Easter story, reflecting on new beginnings.