MrJennings

This week we have spent some time preparing for our Christmas production. This will take place on Wednesday and Thursday next week. We had our first dress rehearsal on Friday.

We have also made progress with our weaving and our RE topic on faith in the arts. In this study, we have looked at the paintings of different artists on the theme of the annunciation, comparing the symbolism used in the pictures and identifying similarities and differences between them. We have also thought about the symbolism of the Christingle. Most of us as well into the creation of our pictures on our woven panels. Another significant piece of work in technology was the design and making of our own bodkins. First we looked at the different bodkins we had bought. Then we discussed the features of these and identified the key features that would be essential for usable bodkins. Everyone produced between three and six different designs for bodkins before choosing a favourite one to make. Some of us began with lolly-sticks, others with dowel and others with pipe-cleaners or wire. After we have used them for weaving, we will do an evaluation of our products.