Been There Done It

Welcome back to the new term! I am pleased to hear that so many of you have been busy with BTDI activities. It must be frustrating not to be able to get out to complete them all, but I know some of you have made good use of your gardens or your daily walks.

If you have completed your passport, well done! I will award your badge and certificate once school re opens.

In the meantime, I have included a link to an activity you might like to try!

https://s18670.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/GopherSport_1906_STEMDL_Game-Kit_JS_FINAL.pdf

Why not have a go at creating some natural art work. You could collect things from your garden. Please do send me your pictures!

“Outdoor learning really does boost children’s academic performance and development, according to new research.

It leads to them being more engaged, attentive, self-motivated and disciplined, say scientists.”

https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/news/outdoor-learning-really-does-boost-childrens-academic-performance-and-development/13/03/

 

If you have finished your BTDI and would like some extra ideas, I would like to encourage you to look at the following website about Forest Bathing. If you download the booklet there are some nice ideas for you to take part in.

https://www.forestryengland.uk/resource/wellbeing-booklet

I just wanted to share a link to a fascinating blog which I follow. There are lots of wonderful ideas and suggestions for fun activities which you might like to try. Please do let me know what you think!

https://1000hoursoutside.com/index.html/

I would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas. I hope you have a restful time with your friends and family. Please do take any BTDI opportunities that arise as I would love to give out some more badges in the new year!

For those of you looking for extra challenges, I would like to direct you to this link by The Body Coach

https://www.thebodycoach.com/blog/how-to-help-your-children-develop-healthy-habits-166.html

Why don’t you have a go at one of Joe Wick’s  workouts online? Here’s one to get you started

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhHY8mOQ5eo

or you could have a go at preparing a healthy meal.

Please do let me know how you get on!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

I saw this over the half term holiday. There are lots of great ideas you might like to have a go at. Please do not worry about the dates!

Do let me know what new things you have tried!

I have been so pleased to award several bronze and silver badges this half term! Please do use half term as an opportunity to complete some more activities.

If you would like an additional activity, I would like to encourage you to take part in an Autumn Colour Walk. Have a look at the link below for some inspiration. You do not have to do one of the National Trust walks, you may like to do one in your local area. You could also investigate a new area if you are away on holiday. I will look forward to seeing all you beautiful photographs from your Autumn Colour Walks!

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/best-walks-for-autumn-highlights

Have a great half term holiday!

Welcome back to a brand new school year! I have been delighted to award some bronze and silver BTDI badges already this term. Well done if you have been working on your passport over the summer. Please do let me encourage you to carry on and enjoy every activity you do. As soon as you finish, just bring  your passport and scrapbook to me and I will arrange the award.

 

I would like to challenge you to try something new this summer! Whether it’s a new adventure, visiting a new country, trying a new food or learning a new language…just have a go! Perhaps you could keep a scrapbook of all the new things you try.

How many new things will you try this summer?

Thank you to all the boys who have already shown me their Been There Done It scrapbooks. I have really enjoyed looking at them.

Please do bring them to the following Drop In sessions so we can have another look!

Pre Prep – Wednesday 26th June (class teachers will bring you to Mrs Turk’s office in the afternoon)

Year 4-8 Thursday 27th June in Mr Walker’s office during first break

Year 3 Friday 28th in Mrs Cortes’ office during first break

Please do not worry if they are not finished. This is just an opportunity to discuss what you have done so far.

If you have lost your scrapbook or passport please let me know and I will replace them.

Many thanks!