Today, years 5&6 had an exciting zoom call with the author of our anchor text ‘The Skry pit kids’ -Jacqueline Bellew.
Jacqueline discussed the inspiration behind writing the book and the children had lots of opportunities to ask questions about the text. They really are enjoying the text so much and it was amazing to have the opportunity to talk to the author!
Well done to all the children in 5/6 who are completing, or have already completed the sponsored walk to raise money to add a plaque to the Armthorpe miners memorial. Any donations no matter how big or small are greatly appreciated and will help us leave a lasting legacy from Plover children at the memorial.
You still have time to join in if you haven’t already and there will be a prize for the child in each class who raises the most money.
Thank you to everyone for their support in this event. We really appreciate it. Please remember to send pictures/videos of your walks to ablackham@ploverschool.co.uk so we can celebrate your achievements of this Expedition.
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
Wow, year 6’s have been busy today! They have researched the jobs which children (some much younger than them) did down the mines. They were shocked and saddened to hear that some children as young as four went down the mines to be trappers. They then took the information they had researched and presented it in a variety of ways. Some chose to create YouTube videos, some chose to create slides and some chose Padlet. The children were so engaged in today’s lesson that they have asked if they can continue to work on their presentations tonight. Here are some examples below (more will be celebrated as they are completed). Well done you lovely lot! I am so proud of you all and I can’t wait to hear all about your research tomorrow!
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
Starting Thursday 25th February, I will be holding a TT Rockstars club via hangout for years 5/6 3-4pm. I know the children are enjoying TT as my account is filled with battle requests! (I will get to the top of that leader board)! I have seen a great improvement of times table knowledge and I really want everyone to keep it up.
This virtual club will be a great opportunity for the children to play with their friends whilst developing their recall of times tables.
I’m really looking forward to starting this club and even more excited to beat you all to the top of that leader board! Game on 5/6! 
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
Years 5&6 children were given an amazing opportunity to have a virtual visit of parliament. We engaged with two experts who talked us through the roles of MP’s and the houses of commons and they answered lots of our questions! The children were amazing and have taken lots away of knowledge!
Well done you lovely lot!
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
Don’t forget this Friday, we will be announcing the winners of our reading competition. Every time you pass an Accelerated Reader Quiz you will be entered into the prize draw to win a lovely box of doughnuts. So the more that you read and the more quizzes you pass, the more chances you will have to win!
#LovePlover!
As your child nears the end of their primary years at Plover, we would like them to leave with a hoody as a memorable gift.
The hoodies will be navy blue. The reverse will be printed with the names of the Y6 children in the shape of a 21 with the word LEAVERS.
The hoodies are available in sizes 12/13, Adult S or Adult M (smaller sizes are available should you require them). There will be no cost for these hoodies as we have managed to raise enough funds to cover the costs. We would like to give a shout out to Lacey Johnson’s mum (Clare) for all the amazing work she has put into supporting our fundraising.
In order to be able to print the name of each child on the reverse of the hoody we need your permission. If we do not receive your permission, your child’s name will not be included on the logo.
Please can you email your permission along with the required size and your child’s name to ablackham@ploverschool.co.uk by Friday 26th February.
Good morning
I have just received an email from Yorkshire Wildlife Park to say that due to current Covid restrictions they are having to cancel our virtual Project Polar visit. They apologise for the inconvenience and are looking forward to working with us in the future.
Although this is disappointing for the children, we fully understand the situation they are in. We have some other on line resources including clips from the Wildlife Park that we will use instead.
Mrs Price
#LovePlover
I am so proud of all of the children who contributed to the Santander ‘thank key workers’ valentines display. This is the display so far and I am sure you will all agree, it looks beautiful! Keep an eye out for the video of all the contributions, which will be coming very soon! Well done everyone!
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
If you want to be included in our video after half-term. Please send pictures of your pancake creations to ablackham@ploverschool.co.uk just like George and Jens have! I must say, they both look very tasty boys! I can’t wait to see what other creations you all come up with!
-Miss Blackham
#LovePlover
