Hi all,
Science Week was thoroughly enjoyed by all in Room 3. The girls were so interested and excited to learn about all things science and, even more so, to partake in many experiments. A big thank you to all of the girls who brought in their own homemade experiments – they were fascinating. Thanks also to the parents who so generously gave up their time to come in to talk to us.
Have a look below to see all the scientific things we got up! 
Hi all,
We had a very eventful Maths Week in Room 3! The girls were really enthusiastic all week and we had great fun!
We engaged in various activities throughout the week such as group maths games, interactive games, designing our door for a whole school competition, maths trails, maths art, Queen of the Tables, solving maths riddles, maths buddies with 5th Class girls and they also made great efforts in their homework all week creating very interesting word problems, with some humor attached too.
We ended the week at a whole school assembly where one girl from each class received a ‘Maths Award’. Congratulations to Abbie who made a super effort all week and is always willing to help others, if they are stuck on a tricky sum or word problem. Maith thú Abbie!!
Have a look below to see ‘sum’ of the things we got up to!
Hi all,
Room 3 is full of very eager readers. Our current quote of the week is inspiring us to read more and to enjoy every page.
“In books, I have travelled, not only to other worlds, but into my own.”
I have recommended for the girls to be questioned on the books that they are reading throughout the summer months, to ensure they are using and developing their comprehension skills. Below are some examples of questions that you can ask your child.
Feel free to dig deeper and use some inferential questioning techniques, like the examples below, that will really test their comprehension and understanding of the texts!!
Fingers crossed for sunny weather where we can read, comprehend, infer and absorb some Vitamin D all at once!! 😎☀️
Hi all,
As I have discussed with the girls in class, our final project in 2nd Class will be based on the Solar System. We have recently learned all about Space and the Solar System in our SESE lessons and the girls have been really intrigued to find out more information and facts!
Title: The Solar System
Due: Wednesday 26th June
Length: Minimum 2 pages in their scrapbooks
The girls should include interesting facts, pictures, diagrams and information about the Solar System as a whole. They can add some information about one planet that they are most interested in also, if they wish.
The local library is a brilliant resource to the girls and they should be able to find some books there, to help them with their projects.
Below is a list of some websites which you may find useful when researching the topic. Adult supervision is very important when the children are researching online.
http://www.planetsforkids.org/
https://www.kidzone.ws/planets/
https://www.kids-world-travel-guide.com/solar-system.html
https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/menu/solar-system/
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/space/what-is-a-planet/
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/space/solarsystem.html
https://www.dkfindout.com/us/space/solar-system/
https://esero.ie/primary-level/
https://esero.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/38_Feel-like-an-astronaut.pdf
https://esero.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/08_What-does-gravity-do.pdf
I can’t wait to see the finished projects!
Have fun girls! 🙂
Hi all,
Room 2 have worked very hard at their reading this year and have made excellent progress with their fluency, comprehension, articulation and vocabulary skills. We engaged in Guided Reading, Reading Buddies with 5th class and D.E.A.R time (Drop Everything and Read) on a regular basis. To continue this fantastic progress I have provided links with some guided reading questions you can ask your child before, during and after reading their library book. Broaden your child’s vocabulary by discussing new and interesting words in the book, and encourage her to use these words when writing stories/diary entries over the summer. It is important to take the time to read with your child on a daily basis and discuss the book. Provide your child with the opportunity to read aloud to you every day. Please click the links below to view the list of general comprehension questions.
Before During and After Questions for reading
Also, one of the best ways to nurture an interest in reading is by making sure that the books your child is reading on their own are suitable for their ability. The five finger rule (linked below) is a quick and easy way for you and your child to check if a book is suitable for them read on their own.
As discussed in class the students will be completing individual projects on the Solar System in their scrapbooks.
Title: The Solar System
Length: Minimum 2 A4 pages
Due: Tuesday 25th June
The library is a fantastic place to find books on the topic. There is also material in the students small world book which should help them when they are completing their projects.
Here are some websites that may be helpful:
*Adult supervision when using the internet is extremely important.
http://www.primaryscience.ie/resources_space_shaper.php
http://www.kidzone.ws/planets/
http://www.nasa.gov/externalflash/ISSRG
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/125/timelines/space-exploration/
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/5-8/features/what-is-a-satellite-58.html#
Hi all,
Room 2 have been busy learning about the Solar System over the past two weeks and they are now going to complete a project on the topic!
Project: The Solar System
Due: Monday 24th June
Length: Minimum 2 scrapbook pages
Include: Information on the Solar System (not just one planet), space travel, astronauts. Pictures/diagrams may be included. Use the internet, books from the library, Small World book etc. as sources for your information. Adult supervision when online is very important.
Enjoy girls 🙂
Useful websites for the Solar System project include:
http://www.planetsforkids.org/
http://www.primaryscience.ie/activities_planet_profiles.php
http://www.armaghplanet.com/html/Section_education.html
www.esero.ie/resources/primary-level/
www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/5-8/features/what-is-a-satellite-58.html#VHhPnNKsUud
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/125/timelines/space-exploration/
www.pdst.ie/sites/default/files/Writing%20Booklet%20to%20circulate.pdf
Hi all!
The girls had a great day in Croke Park today, cheering on the camogie team in the Corn Haughey Cumann na mBunscol final. It was a great display of skill and talent and I’m sure some of the Room 3 girls are hoping they will be as lucky as to get to grace the field of Croke Park to represent Belgrove in the future!
Congratulations to all the players on their success and well done to Ms. Deegan, Ms. Daly and Mrs. Brodie for all the work and effort they have put in throughout the year!
The girls were excellent in supporting the team, cheering and clapping every score and tackle. They were ecstatic at the final whistle, as the tired but happy faces below show!
Hi all!
Room 2 had a fantastic school tour at Causey Farm. Even though the weather wasn’t in our favour, the girls thoroughly enjoyed their day and didn’t let the rain wipe the smiles from their faces! We got to pet lambs, calves, horses and puppies, we explored a mirror maze, we played Irish music with bodhráns, we enjoyed some Irish dancing and best of all we jumped into a bog! Here are some pictures from our enjoyable day out 🙂
Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí!