Acorn Class- Nursery
Welcome to Acorn class
This term, we are learning about … Who am I and where do I belong?
Hello Eaves families,
This term, we’ll be learning all about me! We’ll discover what makes each of us special, how we have grown and changed from tiny babies into the amazing children we are today, and how to look after our bodies and keep ourselves healthy and safe. We’ll become little explorers, using our eyes, ears, noses, hands and taste buds to investigate the world around us. We’ll go on sound walks, hunt for natural treasures, use magnifying glasses to spot tiny details and get creative making our very own art from natural materials found in our Woodland Garden. There will be lots of opportunities to talk, wonder, investigate, ask questions and celebrate who we are and what makes us unique!
From Miss Heslin (Acorn Class Teacher)
Highlights of adventures so far...
Stories we will share this half term...
Little Wandle Foundation Phonics
This term, we will launch our Little Wandle Foundations Phonics. We will learn to sing the rhymes and learn to play different listening games and begun to tune into sounds.
A copy of our Little Wandle Rhyme will be available for you to sing and enjoy at home on School Spider or watch our Little Wandle Rhymes using the link below.
Home Learning - Reading for Pleasure
Encouraging children to read for pleasure is very important for their growth and happiness. Here are some reasons why:
1. Opens Up New Worlds: Reading allows little ones to imagine, explore new places, and get to know different characters, which sparks their creativity and helps them learn.
2. Improves Well-being and Empathy: Through stories, children can learn about themselves and others, helping them understand different perspectives and feelings.
3. Enhances Literacy Skills: When children read regularly, they build their vocabulary and language, setting a strong foundation for their future education.
4. Reduces Stress: Reading can be a soothing activity, helping children to relax and feel calm.
By encouraging a love for reading, we help our children to develop important skills and a lifelong positive attitude towards learning. It's crucial to make reading fun and every Friday, we will send home a picture book for you to enjoy reading with your child. Books will be given out every Friday in a zip wallet and must be returned on Thursday.
Useful Websites and Links
Cbeebies Parenting
Looking for parenting and pre-school tips? Maybe you’re after ideas for a creative activity, help with routines or health and well-being? You’ll find all those on the link below, along with insights into how CBeebies shows can support your child's development.
Toilet Training
ERIC is the national charity dedicated to improving children’s bowel and bladder health. They have clinically approved information and resources to help you and your child.
Talking to your Child
Screen Time Tips
The Tooth Brushing Guide
We’re pleased to share the Children’s Toothbrushing Guide, developed with early years experts including the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry and the Oral Health Foundation. The guide helps support good oral health and encourages children to develop positive toothbrushing habits from an early age.
St Helens Family Hubs
St Helens Family Hubs are friendly, one-stop centres supporting families with children from birth to 19 (or up to 25 with SEND). They offer advice on parenting, child development, health, and education, as well as activities, speech and language support, and help with employment and finances. They focus especially on early development in the first 1001 days and supporting children’s readiness for school as they grow.
Best Start in LIfe
Advice and support for your child’s development
Find advice and support for your child's development from pregnancy to childcare right through to starting school.