On Wednesday, our school buzzed with excitement as we celebrated “Shape Day.” Pupils and teachers alike embraced the theme by incorporating various shapes into their clothing. From triangular hats to circular skirts, the creative spirit of the day served as a fantastic springboard for exploring how shapes can be integrated into every subject area.
Throughout the day, different classes engaged in a variety of activities that highlighted the significance of shapes across the curriculum. In Chinese lessons, one class delved into the architecture of the Summer Palace, discussing its intricate geometric designs. Meanwhile, another group summarised the characteristics of scenery focusing on the shapes and colours that define the landscape.
In English, pupils took their creativity to new heights. One class crafted non-chronological reports about different shapes whilst another employed figurative language to bring their shape descriptions to life.
Another class wrote imaginative stories featuring shape characters and settings, transforming geometric figures into vivid tales filled with adventure.
Physical Education was not left out either. The pupils relished an exhilarating shape obstacle course, where they had to navigate through various shapes while building agility and teamwork. They also enjoyed a lively game of shape tag, which got everyone moving and laughing.
In Inquiry lessons, pupils examined shapes in a range of contexts. Some classes focused on the shapes found in castles, while others explored the intriguing shapes of planets and asteroids. Another group analysed the shapes present in different types of rocks and tunnels, discovering the natural geometry that surrounded them.
Art provided a wonderful opportunity for creativity, as one class designed eco-bags in various shapes, raising awareness about sustainability while showcasing their artistic flair.
Meanwhile, another group collaborated on a magnificent city sculpture made entirely of shapes, merging creativity with teamwork.
Mathematics lessons were filled with hands-on learning; one class calculated the circumference of different shapes, while another explored the area of various geometric figures.
Yet another class engaged in a fun activity where they made shapes using everyday objects, encouraging practical applications of their mathematical knowledge.
In Science, the exploration of shapes continued with an engaging mechanical pendulum clock experiment, where pupils had to identify the shapes involved in its design. Another class delved into the fascinating world of buoyancy by exploring the shapes of objects in relation to cold air density and hot air density.
Overall, “Shape Day” proved to be an incredible and enriching experience, demonstrating how shapes are woven into the fabric of our learning. It was truly a day where education transcended traditional boundaries, igniting curiosity and creativity in every pupil.
