One of our pupils was lucky enough to attend the coronation celebrations in London. Here are some memories of her day. This links so well with our history topic, where we are studying the hidden messages within Tudor portraits, and the theme of monarchy.
To celebrate the start of science week, Fizz Pop science came into school to explore different science experiments with the children. We all had a wonderful time!
The children from year 5/6 joined together as a team to take part in the Dawlish Rotary schools quiz. The children answered 4 rounds of general knowledge questions and had a great time!
Gerald the tall giraffe would love to join in with the other animals at the Jungle Dance, but everyone knows that giraffes can’t dance . . . or can they? But with sound advice from a wise cricket, Gerald starts swaying to his own sweet tune. This is a family friendly book that is…
The year is 1835. Charles Darwin, a young British naturalist, is exploring the remote Galapagos Islands during his voyage of discovery around the world. With him is Syms Covington who joined HMS Beagle as a cabin boy but is now Mr Darwin’s trusted assistant. When a fierce storm breaks, Syms finds himself thrown overboard…
If you are looking for your next read, please visit one of these websites that recommended a wide range of books for children of all ages. If you read something you really enjoy, don’t forget to share it with your class teacher or Mrs Pattison (admin@kentonschool.co.uk) so it can be added to our reading…
In the Cat Kid Comic Club, Li’l Petey (LP), Flippy, and Molly introduce twenty-one rambunctious, funny, and talented baby frogs to the art of comic making. As the story unwinds with mishaps and hilarity, readers get to see the progress, mistakes, and improvements that come with practice and persistence.
Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards a mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express bound for the North Pole. When he arrives there, Santa offers him any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the reindeer’s harness. It turns out…
Audio books are a great way to enjoy stories. Click this link for a wide range of free audio books to share. https://stories.audible.com/discovery Can you write a review on a story you have listened to and email it to Mrs Pattison. I would love to hear about it.