Happy Friday, everyone!
Keep your trick shot challenges coming in! There has definitely been more from 56M – come on 56S and 56OB!
Later today, at 3pm, the quiz of the week will return to the class news section. Check that out for a bit of fun with your family.
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe. We call it Victory in Europe Day or VE Day for short. In 1945, there were three whole days of celebrations including parades, street parties, a service of thanksgiving and a concert in central London! As you can imagine, people were extremely relieved and thrilled that the war was over and, from then on, the 8th of May each year was a public holiday.
Your three tasks today are optional; feel free to do none, one, two or all of them.
In order to find out all about VE Day, you might want to read this PowerPoint or watch this clip about VE Day celebrations.
Task One
– Can you include any information you’ve just read?
Task Two
The Royal Mint has released a special £2 coin to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day. This Newsround article explains more about this.
Once you’ve read the information, have a go at designing your own £2 coin to mark this occasion.
Task Three
Music was an important part of the celebrations. Today, you can make your own musical instruments using clean junk or bits and bobs from around your house. Check out this website for inspiration. Can you make a guitar, drum or even a xylophone?
As always we’d love to hear about what you’ve been up to so please email your class teacher.