Isleham Challenge Updates

Week Six - Gold

 On Wednesday we went to Isleham Church for an Easter Service. All the school went, we walked through the village. When we got there we sang songs and watched children perform. There were children dancing, playing recorders and drums. It was very interesting.

Year Four playing their recorders.

At the very end of the service Jamie and Freddie gave the Reverend Mike an Easter egg and said “Happy Easter”.

From Year One, Isleham Church of England Primary School.

Week Five - Gold

Sport Relief Report

Here at Isleham primary school year 2 are pleased to report on our efforts to raise money for Sport Relief which is a wonderful charity that helps children in this country and Africa.

Todays reporters are from year two; Elizabeth, Anna, Juliette, Hayden and Mitchell. 

Non Uniform Day

We went to interview some of the children to get their opinion on the day.

Emily in year 5 said, “it is great being in non uniform but it did take a long time to decide what to wear!”  Chloe Boneham (year 4) said while smiling, “I like non-uniform day.  It is well worth the £1.”

Wrist bands  sale

Charlie Cummins (year 5) was the bright spark who thought of doing the wrist band sale and he sold 74 out of 80! Each one cost £1.50 which meant that he raised over £100 for sports relief. Hayden asked “how confident were you at selling the wrist bands?” He replied, “I felt ok because I had help from my family.”   The sale took place after school on the playground.  Luckily, the sun was shining!

What a great day! Well done Isleham!

Written by Elizabeth and Juliette (and Miss Pates)

Week Four - Gold

Reading a Book from another culture

As part of our school Lent challenge, the whole school was asked to read at least one story which was from another culture.

Year 1 read the story of Handa’s Surprise which was a story from Africa.  They really liked it especially seeing all the different fruit.

Year 2 read Nini at the Carnival which is a traditional story from Africa.

Luis said, “It was good!”

Juliet said, “It was a friendly story which showed what life is like in Africa.”

Year 3 read Anancy and Mr Dry-Bone which is a story from the Caribbean and teaches people about how to get along and share with each other.  Miss Chapman said,

“It is a funny book with some dramatic illustrations and I love the way Anancy wins in the end thanks to the help of his friends!”

Year 4 read The Rainbow Bird, which is a tale from Australia.  They described it as magical and full of surprising pictures.  This book was also read by Year 6.

Here are some quotes from Year 6:-

Mr. Walker

 “My favourite part was when the crocodile was very grumpy and would not share.” 

Jordan Avory-Murfitt

“I really like the story because it teaches us to share.”

Year 5 read One Child, One Seed which is a counting book from South Africa. 

“It was a very interesting book,” they said, “which shows how important food is in Africa.”

Week Three- Gold

The challenge we set ourselves was for the children in every class to prepare for and then lead an act of worship (rather than the teacher doing it) The theme was ‘Good to Be me’ – children thinking about the importance of remaining positive even in the face of difficulties – with an obvious link to Lent.

The whole school took part in this challenge and  a team of year 4 children went from class to class taking photos and talking to the other children about their feelings following the class led worship:

Millie and I strolled down to the adorable Year 1’s class to watch and report on their class assembly. First of all, Mrs Houlder read a story which was called Snow Bear. Jack said, “I like reading Snow Bear, because it makes me feel that it’s good to be me.”

Three children read out poems that they had written about what makes them feel good about themselves. Archie liked his poem, because he had used adjectives.

Next, Oliver read a prayer that explained that we should be thankful for what we already have, for example, animals, family and our home.

In conclusion, Dylan chose the classic Superman theme tune to end their awesome assembly, because he loves the tune!

Paul and Millie

Lottie and I walked down to see the Year 6 assembly. At first they showed an amusing video clip showing a large and small dog, which gave the message that it is good to be whatever size you are. After that, another group of children introduced a guessing game, where you had to guess what was being acted out. Later, Tazmin, Amber, Leigh and Jessica made a quiz asking what you would rather be or do. I thought it was creative and fun and I definitely found the message that it is good to be me. Finally, a few children read the book, Birdsong, and some other children were chosen to act it out. Izzy said, “It was fun planning it all out.”

Lottie and Jacob

Week Two -Gold

On Thursday the 1st March, lots of families donated boxes and trays full to the brim of delicious and decorative cakes. By break time, the School Council (who had organised the whole event) had created an incredible, colourful cake mountain, ready to be sold and eaten by the excited children of
Isleham C of E Primary School.

Just a few of the scrumptious,
mouth-watering cakes baked by our
talented and generous families; soon to sold in aid of CLIC Sargent Charity and enjoyed by both children and adults alike.

As they waited for the crowds of
people to arrive, some of the School Council found the temptation too much. Joseph, from Year 5, decided to offer his services as ‘Chief Taster’.

“ It’s a hard job—but someone has to do it!” smiled Joseph as he took his first bite. “Yes, they have passed the taste test!!!”

Week One - Gold

Even though it was February, not only was the sun beaming but the pupils were too. Everyone marched into Isleham Primary School, grasping their frying pans, faces lit up with joy and anticipation of what was about to happen.
Shrove Tuesday, better known in England as Pancake Day, is celebrated all over the world as it marks the beginning of Lent. During the forty days and forty nights, people give up their favourite treats, such as chocolate, sweets and crisps. Sometimes, pancake races are held in schools and this is exactly what Isleham Primary School got up to this Tuesday.

Jasmine, a winner of one of the races, reported “It was hard to resist the temptation of the scrumptious pancake lying in my pan, beckoning to be eaten!”

Every child in the school took part and even some of the adults. It was a fun, educational activity that everyone enjoyed. James, another winner, commented “Today was fun, tossing pancakes and learning about Shrove Tuesday.”