Morning Starters: Summer 2 - Nature and Mental Health
Did You Know?
Schoolwork, exams, bullying and social pressures are common sources of stress and low mood for children. Spending time in nature can help by engaging the senses. Imagine walking through an English apple orchard – the sweet scent of blossoms, the sight of fluttering leaves, and the rhythmic buzz of bees instantly soothing your worries and lifting your spirits.
Word Challenge
Make a list of all the words that appear in the ‘Did you know?’ paragraph that have a doubled consonant.
Help: There are 21 consonants: B, C, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S, T, V, W, X, Y, Z
Example: Apple, buzz, …
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the sentence below, adding a parenthesis after the word ‘orchard’.
The apple orchard stretched as far as the eye could see.
Example: The apple orchard (with its rows of ripe, ruby-red fruit) stretched as far as the eye could see.
Number Challenge
The apples shown represent two eighths (2/8) of the total apples growing on the tree.
How many apples are on the tree in total?
Critical Thinking
What advice would you give to someone who is suffering from anxiety and stress?