We were all treated to a fascinating acted story by our Open the Book visitors. They told us the story of someone who had lost one of her coins, and spent time and energy finding it. We learned that Christians believe this is how God views all people - each is equally important.

We are very excited to have purchased a new set of books which have been recommended for children by carers, health professionals and librarians. Reading Well for children recommends reading to help children deal with worries, feel better and boost their mood. The books aim to help children understand their feelings and cope with tough times. The books cover: healthy minds, worries, feelings, the world around us, grief, depression, autism and dyslexic and can be enjoyed by the child alone or with an adult. If you feel your child might benefit from reading one of these books please get in contact with your child’s class teacher or contact Mrs Lowden in the office. More information can be found at www.reading-well.org.uk
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The Snowy Owls have worked with Mrs Houghton and Mrs Butler to create these beautiful pieces of art for the classroom. 

We investigated contact and non-contact forces. The Snowy Owls were able to identify magnetic force, gravitational force, friction, upthrust and air resistance. 

Today we welcomed the Stop, Look, Listen road safety roadshow workshop to school. 

Be safe, be seen! 

We had a very detailed show about how we can stay safe on our roads. We explored the Green Cross Code, safe places to cross a road and how to keep others around us safe. As the evenings get darker, we must all remember these important safety points - can your child tell you something they learnt from the session? 

All of the children have contributed to another fantastic display at the front of our school. We hope you enjoy looking at our artwork and have some time to reflect. 

World leaders are coming together in Glasgow on Friday 12th November at a big meeting called COP26, to plan how to tackle the urgent threat to climate change. The Snowy Owls have created art pieces which will be entered into the art exhibition which will mark the event. Their art aims to raise awareness of water and climate change. The children carefully considered how to express important messages through their art. 

We were treated to an Open the Book Assembly today. The story was 'The Big Picnic' and told how Christians believe God fed 5000 people with only 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish. 

As part of our learning about instructions, we followed a recipe to make apple crumbles. We used the apples from harvest which Mr Hill and Mrs Davies kindly donated to us. For some of us, using the peelers was a new skill to master. We used our maths skills to carefully measure the ingredients. We will use our experience to write our own instructions complete with helpful hints and sequenced photographs. 

Thank you to all who attended this afternoon's Harvest festival. 

The children performed brilliantly and were so happy to see a live audience. 

The food donations will be passed to Okehampton Community Kitchen. 

£55.60 was raised for Send a Cow which will be donated directly to the charity. 

We conducted an investigation into the effect of exercise on heart rate. We took our pulse before and after exercise. We recorded our results in a recording table. Some of us found it tricky to find our pulse! 

Meet our new school council members. 

Everyone's day was brightened up with yellow accessories to mark World Mental Health Day. We talked about the range of feelings we can have at different times.  #HelloYellow 

We are very proud of everyone who had the courage and ambition to put themselves forward for the post of School Councillor. The campaign speeches were confidently presented. Children drew on key issues such as all children having their voice heard, wellbeing and our school values of respect, ambition and flourishing together. We look forward to sharing the election results with the children on Friday. 

The Snowy Owls dodged each other as well as the showers and had a great session of tag rugby. They have really developed their skills. 

Running club braved the rain and completed 3.5km this evening - a great effort. How lucky are we to have such fantastic scenery on our doorstep?

We were joined by the fantastic Kyan Quartet who performed for the children in the Methodist Chapel. 
The children were enthralled - what an experience! 

The whole school have worked on a collaborative piece of art. The piece includes a handprint of every child in the school and reflects how together we can all flourish. During out values assembly, each class fed back on our school values and what they mean to us. Look out for the new display on the School House board. 

Dear parents/carers,
 
We are pleased to offer you the opportunity to meet with your class teacher to discuss the return to school.
 
Please use the forms attached to request dates and time slots.
 
Please select all the times/dates you are able to do.
 
Your time will be confirmed no later than Monday 11th October.
 
Owlets – Miss Bryant – Monday 18th October 1.30pm – 5.30pm or Tuesday 19th October 1.30pm – 3pm https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kG0HO7J4vUqeBcIPJiicRozbU84L-MhNsIeCTqPb67JUNDZNN00yTTNNV0VaSERSVkVRMzZZSUpWMi4u
 
Tawny Owls – Mrs Amy Lammas – Tuesday 19th October or Thursday 21st October 1.30pm – 5.30pm - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kG0HO7J4vUqeBcIPJiicRozbU84L-MhNsIeCTqPb67JUQlo5VEhaMlFGWVRXUzBUNjVGR0Y4RzA2TS4u
 
Snowy Owls – Mrs Emma Harris - Tuesday 19th October or Thursday 21st October 1.30pm – 5.30pm - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kG0HO7J4vUqeBcIPJiicRozbU84L-MhNsIeCTqPb67JUN0dGOFFSMk9ETFMyWTQ5WlZUTzhYWTNNSi4u
 
Barn Owls – Mrs Sarah Reid – Wednesday 20th or Thursday 21st October 1.30pm – 5.30pm - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kG0HO7J4vUqeBcIPJiicRozbU84L-MhNsIeCTqPb67JUOUJESVhZTzVMTDA1RlpSUDNCUE5OSDNKQi4u
 
Many thanks,
 
Adam Hill
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The Snowy Owls welcomed Clive Pig storyteller to their class as Bran - the Celtic Warrior. 

An interactive session about the Celts and Romans brought our History alive and left the children enthralled!