Mini Museum
After our assembly on artefatcs used in the home all the classes in the school came to look at the artefacts. They asked us lots of questions about them.
Artefacts
During history we have been looking at various artefacts used in homes in the past. We looked at the artefacts in small groups and had a list of questions to answer. They were based on the appearance, texture and use of the artefact. Many of us brought in artefacts from home and it has been very interesting finding out about them. We also
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Schools in the Past 1st Class
1st Class have been doing some very interesting research into what school was like long ago. They examined some very old items that teacher brought into school, some over 100 years old! These included: Irish books, Maths books, test copies, Religion copies, Sewing copies and even a very old schoolbag! The children were shocked at how small the books were and even how small
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Second Class and Van Gogh
We read about Vincent Van Gogh, looked at some of his paintings and wrote about him independently. During art we painted our own versions of The Starry Night. First of all we used sponges and watery paint for the background when that had dried we painted on the stars, moon, tree and buildings.
What Makes 5th Class Scream?
We looked at “The Scream” by Edvard Munch. We also looked at what influenced his paintings. Edvard’s mum died of T.B when he was a child and his sister also died young. Edvard’s dad was very religious he told Edvard that his mum was looking down on him from heaven. That would scare a young child. Edvard was out for a walk overlooking a
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Carrowmore Field Trip
Fifth and sixth classes recently went on a field trip to Carrowmore Tombs, one of the four major passage tomb complexes in Ireland. Our tour guide, Padraig, began by showing us around the interpretive centre and explaining the history of the area. We then embarked on a guided tour of some of the ancient burial sites. We learned many interesting facts about the lives
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A better future for all the world’s children
Children in 5th class Ransboro did a project on the theme “A better future for all the worlds’ children.” We worked in groups of two, each group selecting a country that Irish Aid assists. We thought about, talked through and researched the particular country of our choice. We examined the eight millennium development goals in detail. We paid particular attention to goals which combat
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Looking at Artefacts in Second Class
Artefacts During history we looked at a variety of artefacts. We worked together in groups and tried to work out what the artefacts were used for. We also discussed their appearance – colour, shape, texture and pattern. Look at the photographs can you see a carpet beater, a spurtle (used to stir porridge), a sock darner, irons, a rope maker, and a butter mould.
Debating
In Fifth class we have been involved in debating for the past few months and have enjoyed it very much .It was a fun way to read and research topics like the benefits of homework, climate change, use of iPads in the class and charity begins at home. There were six on our debating team; three speakers, a chairperson and two time keepers, though
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Irish Myths and Legends Ceramic Art
3rd & 4th class last year completed a beautiful ceramic art installation on the theme of Irish Myths and Legends with the ceramicist Rachel Quinn. Rachel recently completed a ceramic heading for the installation and this can be seen in the porch inside the front door. This really enhances the appearance of the installation and is a great addition to our school.