Kevin Brooks and Jon Klassen were announced as the winners of the 2014 CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, the awards that authors and illustrators say that they 'most want to win'.
Brooks was awarded the CILIP Carnegie Medal for The Bunker Diary (Puffin), a fictional diary of a kidnapped boy held hostage in a bunker.
Klassen - the first Canadian to be awarded the prestigious illustration prize - won the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal for This is Not My Hat (Walker Books), which sees a thieving fish get his comeuppance.
For the official press release see: http://carnegiegreenaway.org.uk/pressdesk/press.php?release=pres_2014_winner_announce.html
Our online news blog to support parents at the Peter Pan Nursery, Oswestry.
Monday, 30 June 2014
Sunday, 29 June 2014
Dragons at the flicks
Animated family adventure 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' sees Toothless and Hiccup fly back on to screens for another fantastical adventure.
Taking place five years after the first film, the story rejoins the Vikings and dragons as they live harmoniously on Berk enjoying races in the sky. During one of their high-flying games, Hiccup and Toothless encounter a herd of wild dragons led by a mysterious Dragon Rider and once again, they find themselves fighting to keep the peace in their kingdom.
'How To Train Your Dragon 2' features the voices of Jay Baruchel, Kristen Wiig, Jonah Hill and Gerard Butler.
Regional releases: 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' will be released on the June 27th in Scotland and Ireland. In England it will preview on the 28th - 29th June, the 4th-6th July and will be released on the 11th of July. Please check your local cinema for details.
Visit: https://www.howtotrainyourdragon.com/movies/how-to-train-your-dragon-2 for trailers, film information, games
Taking place five years after the first film, the story rejoins the Vikings and dragons as they live harmoniously on Berk enjoying races in the sky. During one of their high-flying games, Hiccup and Toothless encounter a herd of wild dragons led by a mysterious Dragon Rider and once again, they find themselves fighting to keep the peace in their kingdom.
'How To Train Your Dragon 2' features the voices of Jay Baruchel, Kristen Wiig, Jonah Hill and Gerard Butler.
Regional releases: 'How To Train Your Dragon 2' will be released on the June 27th in Scotland and Ireland. In England it will preview on the 28th - 29th June, the 4th-6th July and will be released on the 11th of July. Please check your local cinema for details.
Visit: https://www.howtotrainyourdragon.com/movies/how-to-train-your-dragon-2 for trailers, film information, games
Friday, 27 June 2014
Preparing for school and other transitions
We have already said goodbye to some of our classroom children as they graduate from our nursery to Primary School.
At least 35 children will leave us by the end of August so to prepare them for their next big adventure we have been organising lots of school type activities such dressing up in the local school jumpers and uniforms, bringing a packed lunch in, having a water bottle and talking about school in books and display work.
We are planning a classroom group photograph which will be taken before the end of term and presented along with a book as a farewell gift.
What about the other rooms?
The Baby room's and Toddler room will also experience some changes because as space allows some of the older children in each room will spend time in the next room up so they can familiarise themselves with the staff and new room. The time spent on transition varies according to a child's need as we have found some prefer a longer transition time (couple of days over weeks) and others prefer a very quick one. Please do talk to the staff if you have any concerns.
At least 35 children will leave us by the end of August so to prepare them for their next big adventure we have been organising lots of school type activities such dressing up in the local school jumpers and uniforms, bringing a packed lunch in, having a water bottle and talking about school in books and display work.
We are planning a classroom group photograph which will be taken before the end of term and presented along with a book as a farewell gift.
What about the other rooms?
The Baby room's and Toddler room will also experience some changes because as space allows some of the older children in each room will spend time in the next room up so they can familiarise themselves with the staff and new room. The time spent on transition varies according to a child's need as we have found some prefer a longer transition time (couple of days over weeks) and others prefer a very quick one. Please do talk to the staff if you have any concerns.
Get read to 'Wow' us across the nursery
The Wow board is now ready to be used across the whole nursery so pick up your leaves and discuss with your little one what they would like to put on, bring them in and hang them up for us all to see!
Feedback from parents already using it has been great and the nursery staff use them to share within the rooms.
For more information on the Wow Board please see the previous posts at: http://www.peterpannursery.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/Wow%20Board
Feedback from parents already using it has been great and the nursery staff use them to share within the rooms.
For more information on the Wow Board please see the previous posts at: http://www.peterpannursery.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/Wow%20Board
Building work at the nursery
You may have noticed all the scaffolding around the nursery at the moment. This is because we are getting a new roof over the classroom and toddler area. Please take care when entering and exiting the nursery where there are fences.
We are also hoping the work on the outdoor area soon. The supplies have all been purchased so we are just awaiting the roof to be done and then a date for the work to commence on creating a roof over the decking area to create shade in summer and shelter in the wetter times!
We are also hoping the work on the outdoor area soon. The supplies have all been purchased so we are just awaiting the roof to be done and then a date for the work to commence on creating a roof over the decking area to create shade in summer and shelter in the wetter times!
Chicken pox information
There have been quite a few children affected by the chicken pox virus recently so we thought that we should signpost you to a high quality health resource with information on the signs, symptoms and treatment.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Chickenpox/Pages/Introduction.aspx
To prevent spreading the infection, please keep children off nursery until all the spots have crusted over, thank you.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Chickenpox/Pages/Introduction.aspx
To prevent spreading the infection, please keep children off nursery until all the spots have crusted over, thank you.
Wednesday, 18 June 2014
Conwy Pirate Festival - 28-29th June
Grab your shipmates and join the fun and games in Conwy!
Pirate-themed activities include tug-of-war and sea shanty singing sessions!
For more information visit: http://conwypirates.co.uk/
Pirate-themed activities include tug-of-war and sea shanty singing sessions!
For more information visit: http://conwypirates.co.uk/
Sunday, 15 June 2014
We all love Mr Ginge!
Looking for Mr Ginge, the nursery cat, is one of the highlights of a entering the nursery for many of the children first thing in the morning. They love to stroke and make a fuss and he is very gentle and enjoys the attention.
We thought you might want to know a bit more about him:
His usual place is asleep either on the chair in the foyer (when it's hot) or in the nursery office, but he also has a bed in the summer house.
Mr Ginge adopted the nursery in 2012 following a dog attack where he was grabbed on the back. You may notice that he prefers being stroked on his head as a consequence of this. The vet's age guess would make him around four years old.
Apart from sleeping and attention he absolutely loves his Dreamie treats and chicken.
We thought you might want to know a bit more about him:
His usual place is asleep either on the chair in the foyer (when it's hot) or in the nursery office, but he also has a bed in the summer house.
Mr Ginge adopted the nursery in 2012 following a dog attack where he was grabbed on the back. You may notice that he prefers being stroked on his head as a consequence of this. The vet's age guess would make him around four years old.
Apart from sleeping and attention he absolutely loves his Dreamie treats and chicken.
Saturday, 14 June 2014
Chester's Midsummer Watch Parade, 21-22 June
The annual extravaganza is best known for its fantastic characters - dragons, green men, giants, angels, devils and even full-size elephants are among the characters that can be seen wandering the streets of Chester city centre.
This year's Midsummer Watch Parade will be held in Chester city centre on 21st and 22nd June, starting at 2pm.
Find out more about the parade and its history at www.midsummerwatch.co.uk
This year's Midsummer Watch Parade will be held in Chester city centre on 21st and 22nd June, starting at 2pm.
Find out more about the parade and its history at www.midsummerwatch.co.uk
Friday, 13 June 2014
New noticeboard for parents
Have you noticed the colourful 'buzzing' noticeboard as you come into the nursery?
This is a new board for parents to help explain the 'characteristics of learning' that are used every day with the children. We know that you are often rushing through, but if you get chance please do take a look at the information.
This is a new board for parents to help explain the 'characteristics of learning' that are used every day with the children. We know that you are often rushing through, but if you get chance please do take a look at the information.
Wednesday, 11 June 2014
You suggested, we bought....
A big thank you for all the money that you have helped us to raise over the last 18 months.
We are pleased to tell you that based on some great parent and staff suggestions we have recently purchased:
1. Garden drums and wall chimes (to be fitted in the outdoor area)
2. Toadstool table and chairs
3. Additional unit for storing coats and bags for the classroom to be able to use the small room near the nursery office as dedicated area for prams, buggies and car seats you need for pick-ups.
Please keep the great ideas coming!
We are pleased to tell you that based on some great parent and staff suggestions we have recently purchased:
1. Garden drums and wall chimes (to be fitted in the outdoor area)
2. Toadstool table and chairs
3. Additional unit for storing coats and bags for the classroom to be able to use the small room near the nursery office as dedicated area for prams, buggies and car seats you need for pick-ups.
Please keep the great ideas coming!
Tuesday, 10 June 2014
Parent Support Meeting 18 June @ 7pm
You are all invited to come along to the next Nursery Parent Support Group meeting which will be held on Wednesday 18th June 2014 at 7.00pm at the nursery.
We discuss fundraising activities, how to spend the charitable funds, and discuss ideas put forward by parents and staff for improving the nursery over a nice cup of tea and coffee.
We are very keen for new members to join this time as the existing group will be losing some of its members (our Treasurer and Blog editor) as their nursery children move on to school in September, so please do let us know if you are interested even if you cannot make the next meeting.
We only meet four times a year for about an hour, and outside of the the meetings it is up to you how much time you want to commit from designing a poster, liaising with the nursery office team, adding an event onto our blog (no IT skills needed!), shopping for raffle items, taking notes at the meeting or just contributing to the discussion at the meeting. In addition to supporting the nursery, you can also use it for personal development perhaps to support a new role or job application, or just to try out something new!
If you are unable to come next week but have any feedback or suggestions please leave these with the nursery office staff for the group to discuss.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Siobahn - Blog Editor
On behalf of the Parent Support Group
We discuss fundraising activities, how to spend the charitable funds, and discuss ideas put forward by parents and staff for improving the nursery over a nice cup of tea and coffee.
We are very keen for new members to join this time as the existing group will be losing some of its members (our Treasurer and Blog editor) as their nursery children move on to school in September, so please do let us know if you are interested even if you cannot make the next meeting.
We only meet four times a year for about an hour, and outside of the the meetings it is up to you how much time you want to commit from designing a poster, liaising with the nursery office team, adding an event onto our blog (no IT skills needed!), shopping for raffle items, taking notes at the meeting or just contributing to the discussion at the meeting. In addition to supporting the nursery, you can also use it for personal development perhaps to support a new role or job application, or just to try out something new!
If you are unable to come next week but have any feedback or suggestions please leave these with the nursery office staff for the group to discuss.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Siobahn - Blog Editor
On behalf of the Parent Support Group
Saturday, 7 June 2014
Summer Fayre - League of Friends, RJAH Hospital - 28th June
The annual League of Friends Summer Fayre will held on Saturday 28th June 2014, 12midday - 4.00pm at the hospital.
There will be:
Download the poster
For more information contact 01691 404401
There will be:
- live music
- refreshments / bar
- lots of stalls selling plants, cakes
- children's entertainment from Wyn the storyteller
Download the poster
For more information contact 01691 404401
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