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Choose any of these games to play but select the digraphs that we have been working on -  ai, ee, oa, oo, ar, or, ur and ow.

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Free online games for Phase Three of the Letters and Sounds phonics programme. These games can be played by an individual on a computer or on an interactive whiteboard for the whole class.

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Watch this video about lines of symmetry in 2D shapes. Then complete the task below.

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Look at the shapes on page 1. Draw their lines of symmetry (you may want to use a small mirror to help you find the lines of symmetry). Write below the shape the number of lines of symmetry that you find.
Or if it is helpful, cut the shapes out and fold them in half. If they fold exactly in half then that is a line of symmetry.

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Use squared paper and create a symmetrical pattern. You may want to use a small mirror to help you.

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Watch both videos about halving and doubling again. Have a go at activities using both at the same time.

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There are 3 sheets here so have a go with the first 1 and only move on if you feel confident. You can use objects at home such as pasta to help you.

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Following on from last week, you are going to think about some more brilliant things about yourself. It might be helpful to ask some people at home too if you find it tricky.

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Choose sheet 1 star, 2 stars or 3 stars to compete. Sheets 1 and 2 have more clues then sheet 3. (stars are in the bottom left hand corner).

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How to do division by sharing | Oxford Owl

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Top 25 Must-know UK  Road Signs:UK Highway Code

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Start with halves to 10 and work your way up as you get quicker.

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Hit the Button is an interactive maths game with quick fire questions on number bonds, times tables, doubling and halving, multiples, division facts and square numbers. The games, which are against the clock, challenge and develop mental maths skills. An untimed, practise mode is available in our Hit the Button app along with lots more extra features.

The activities can be matched to appropriate mathematical ability. Regular use of Hit the Button can help students to sharpen their recall of vital number facts in a fun way and learning multiplication tables need not be boring.

AGE

6-11 Years

SUBJECTS

Maths Times Tables Division Number Bonds Doubles Halves Square Numbers

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Hit the Button - Quick fire maths practise for 6-11 year olds

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Quick fire questions on number bonds, doubles, halves, times tables, division facts and square numbers against the clock. Superb!

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How were these built?

All our experiments are all built with freely accessible web technology such as Web Audio API, WebMIDI, Tone.js, and more. These tools make it easier for coders to build new interactive music experiences. You can get the open-source code to lots of these experiments here on Github.

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Music is for everyone. Play with simple experiments that let anyone, of any age, explore how music works.

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus | Read Aloud by Reading Pioneers Academy

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Have a go at some of these games to help improve your typing skills.

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Typing Games - Learn to Type with Free Typing Games - Typing.com

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Typing.com Typing Games. Our exclusive typing games are a great way to improve typing speed and accuracy. Adjust to your level or challenge yourself. Start now!

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Watch the BBC video, teaching us about lines of symmetry.

Then find objects around your house which have lines of symmetry.

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Finding lines of symmetry  | Maths - Let's do Maths

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The Messy Magpie | Twinkl Originals Children's Book Reading

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Purple Mash is an award-winning website for nursery and primary school children. It enables children to explore and enhance their knowledge in a fun and creative way.

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Colour the wings of this butterfly, you need to make its wings symmetrical. You might want to use a small mirror to help you. What you put on one side, you must put exactly the same on the other side.

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Star, Sky and Hutch, a cake and a butterfly are used to demonstrate symmetry, lines of symmetry and reflective symmetry using mirror images. A short symmetry of shapes test is then given to Hutch and Star. Pupils can take part alongside the animated characters to detect symmetrical and non-symmetrical shapes.

Discuss with the class what the differences and similarities are between halves and wholes. "Have you ever seen things that are symmetrical? What animals are symmetrical?" Using the clip to explain that butterflies can be symmetrical, give the children a template of a butterfly and get them to create symmetrical patterns using paint and sweets. Can they do it in horizontal and vertical planes? By giving the children an odd number of items, can the children create a symmetrical pattern? Children can share their ideas, asking others whether they are symmetrical or not. These could also be extended to create patterns on the computer and by using mirrors accurately to check.

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Symmetry, lines of symmetry and reflective symmetry - KS1 Maths - BBC Bitesize

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Star, Sky and Hutch, a cake and a butterfly are used to demonstrate symmetry, lines of symmetry and reflective symmetry using mirror images. A short symmetry of shapes test is then given to Hutch and Star. Pupils can take part alongside the animated characters to detect symmetrical and non-symmetrical shapes.

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Listen to this symmetry song. Can you see all of the symmetrical items. Then complete the game below.

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Symmetry Song for Kids | A Day at Symmetry Land | Lines of Symmetry

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Play the symmetry matching online game.
pictures game: easy
shapes game: intermediate
patterns game: hard

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Symmetry Matching is a maths game which involves mirroring an image along a line of symmetry. Options include pictures, shapes and randomly generated patterns.

The pictures and patterns have vertical lines of symmetry while the shapes include both vertical and horizontal lines of symmetry. The randomly generated patterns is the most difficult option.

For further practise on symmetry you can try our Symmetry Sorting game.

AGE

4-8 Years

SUBJECTS

Maths Shapes Symmetry

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Symmetry Matching - Reflective Symmetry Game

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Symmetry Matching is a maths game where children complete an image by adding its mirror image along a line of symmetry. It includes matching objects, shapes and patterns. Tablet-friendly.

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Go through the powerpoint up to slide 13 today (the rest tomorrow). Please use objects to share such as dried pasta, lego or pencils. This activity is practical so no need to write anything down.

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From slide 13 onwards today. If they found yesterday tricky then stick to sharing into 2 groups. Again use objects to share into groups.

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Blackbird class zooms - Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am. Links will be sent out via email.

Sensory circuits with Mr Mills - Daily at 9:30am on his youtube channel (link in staff youtube links)

Able2B Boxing - Tuesday 1:15pm and Thursday 11:30am.

Drama - Monday 1:15pm and Friday 11:15am.

Parkside Assembly - Friday 10am

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If you need a particular symbol, which we have not yet sent home please let us know and we can create this for you.

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The link to the song is posted below. You may want to copy some of the dance moves from the video, or make up your own!

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A social story to help explain to your children why they are home learning instead of being at school.

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Play a partner game with a family member.  Set the game up and take turns.  Can you learn the rules to a new game? Can you teach someone else how to play the game?
Cards, snakes and ladders, ludo, hungry hippos, draughts... let me know what games you've been playing at home!

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Sensory based Activities you can do at home!

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Autism, or Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), refers to a range of developmental conditions that affect how an individual perceives the world and interacts with others.
To find out more about identifying autism in preschool kids, click here.
For children with ASD, art and craft activities that incorporate the senses can be an effective way to improve your kid's attention span, self-expression and reduce any anxiety related worries.

Take a look at our pick of 7 fun, sensory activities and don't be afraid to tailor them to your child's own interests, likes and dislikes.

1. Make a Sensory Bottle:

Fill an old plastic bottle with a mix of water, glitter and a few drops of food coloring to create an eye-catching toy for your kid. Drop in a few buttons or marbles and then seal the lid tightly using a hot glue gun. This activity is a really simple way to help your kid learn to engage and stay focused.

A step-by-step guide to making your own sensory bottle can be found here.

2. Try Coin Rubbing:

A timeless classic that even adults can get involved with. Simply gather up a few different coins, place a sheet of paper over the top and use mixed crayons to 'rub' a colorful pattern into the paper. Children with Autism will love making patterns while developing their hand-eye coordination skills.

Bonus Tip: Why not ask friends or family who travel abroad to borrow any coins they have collected and talk to your kid about these places.

3. Thread Edible Jewelry:

Use candy laces and licorice to create pretty necklaces and bracelets. Encourage your kid to hone their motor skills by threading on cereal with holes in the middle and other colorful candies. Once they've finished, knot the ends and your kid will be delighted with their fashionable (and tasty) creation.

4. Create a Sensory Collage:

Children with Autism can often find distinct textures and sensations overwhelming. Ease your kid in to more messy activities by making a tactile collage with a small selection of new materials such as aluminum foil, glitter and magazine clippings. Over time your preschooler may enjoy being introduced to a wider range of textures.

5. Incredible Ice Painting:

This fun and easy science experiment is sure to stimulate your child's curious mind. Pour different colored acrylic paints into an ice tray and place wooden craft sticks in each compartment. Once frozen solid, remove the paints and let your kid create beautiful designs by swirling the melting over paper.

This activity is best suited to a hot, sunny day. Click here to read our pick of sun safety tips.

6. Boost Your Brain With a Smelling Game:

Fill a selection of small containers (old, painted, jam jars work best) with a mix of fragrant ingredients such as lavender, coffee or soap. Place a seal over the top using a piece of fabric and a rubber band and then ask your child to identify the different smells. Children with Autism love to learn about their senses and the roles they play in exploring their environment.

7. Play the Magical Matching Game:

Matching games are a fun way to enhance your child's learning. Try placing 10-15 different printed words on one side of a table and have your preschooler match these words to their corresponding pictures on the other side of the table. You can easily alter this activity to reflect what your child is learning about at school by using foods, animals or numbers.

More useful resources relating to Autism can be found here.

What are some your kid's favorite sensory activities? Let us know in the comments below.

The Autism Speaks Walk is a fundraising activity designed to raise awareness of ASD.

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For children with ASD, art and craft activities that incorporate the senses can be an effective way to improve your kid's attention span, self-expression and reduce anxiety. Take a look at our pick of 7 fun, sensory activities to tailor to your child's own interests, likes and dislikes.

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A series of excellent videos which explain the Zones of Regulation systems and resources - lots of tips and tool for use at home.

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Pupils in Blackbird Class know how to describe how they are feeling using these colours.
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Green - Ready to learn
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