Monday, September 8, 2008


S.2 are reading the popular novel 'Holes' by  author, Louis Sacher.  Here's what they have to say about it:

"It’s entertaining!"  Ailie

 "I feel enthusiastic when we are about to read it." Alexander

 "It’s funky!" Rebecca   

"It's exciting."  Chloe

"We dig Holes!" (nice word play!) Jonathan


S.3/4 are working hard in English.  Every Monday they have the pleasure of being taught close reading skills by me.  This was their response when told they would be doing close reading first thing on a Monday morning:


 And here they are, working hard:

What more evidence do you need to prove that English is a wonderful and inspiring subject?

Mrs C





2 comments:

Emma Rukin said...

I am convinced... ;)

Anonymous said...

Well what enthusiasm, can i suggest you give them close reading homework 2 or 3 times a week to cash in on their great desire to learn.
Mrs Speirs