Dia daoibh go léir! Rang a 4 anseo,
January has been quite a busy month for us. We were lucky enough to have Aoife Munn come to visit us over the past few weeks.
She reminded us that we all share responsibility for the environment around us. We began by making potting plants out of old newspapers and a plastic bottle. Very simple stuff but it costs nothing and anyone can make one at home.
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| Using a recycled plastic bottle to form the shape of the pot. |
Newspaper is rolled around the bottle, leaving extra newpaper over the opening in the bottle...
Then we pushed the extra newspaper firmly into the bottle...
We also planted lettuce in our school garden plot. 4th class are keeping a close eye on the rainfall (you can use rain water to save tap water) and are monitoring their precious crop weekly!
Aoife gave us handy tips on how to plant seeds so they can grow properly....don't plant those lettuces too close together!!
We also learned about proper drainage and how we can help stop flooding in our community.
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| Aoife showing 4th class how to take a cutting from the willow tree... |
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| The school garden isn't all hard work! 😁😁😁
Aoife also helped us plant sweet peas. Everybody planted their own and we have been watching closely. Almost all of them have taken now so watch this space for photos!
We also researched Irish animals and presented them to Aoife and the class. She was so impressed with the effort everyone put in! Well done rang a 4!!!
A big thank you to Aoife Munn who helped us think of ways we can support our local environment so that everyone can enjoy a healthier lifestyle.
Slán tamaill,
Mr. O'Connell's 4th class
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