St. Peter's Primary Bray Blog

We have been learning about the environment and climate change in 6th class and are busy working on our Science Blast submission. As part of our research into climate change, we studied some shocking facts about the way it affects different countries. We have been learning about Malawi and the economy there. We watched some great Donal Skehan clips about a visit he took there and heard some interviews with locals regarding the changing climate over the past number of years. We saw how drought affects crop yields and how heavy rain can also be responsible for destroying products. We also... 

6th class have been busy baking this year! Baking lessons allow us to put our practical Maths skills to use – weighing, measuring and timing – and also give us an opportunity to engage in some procedural writing. So far this year, we have made banana bread and fairy cakes. We work in groups and each have different responsibilities when it comes to following Liz’s delicious recipes! Take a look below at our lessons in action: MixtureFinished products!Teamwork!Co-operation!Ready to bake! Ingredients!Communicating. Instructions!Say cheese!Before the taste – test!...