Yesterday, Mr Inquisitive (known for his curiosity and questioning) introduced us to Albert Einstein, who like himself, was very inquisitive and went on to achieve and discover unbelievable things. 

Today, he would like to introduce you to another famous individual whose curiosity and inquisitive mind lead him on to achieve fascinating knowledge in science - all through questioning theories. His nickname at University was Einstein - ring a bell? Below is his famous quote:

“Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious.”
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Professor Stephen Hawking

Learn about his life in the links below to understand why he is a role model to us:

​www.ducksters.com/biography/scientists/stephen_hawking.php

Superstar reader Isabella Evanson of Class 5 has read over a million words and thus has become an Accelerated Reader Millionaire - largely helped by reading Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows during lockdown. Well done, Isabella - you're an inspiration to us all!

Sophie in Class 5 would like to share her wonderful poem, 'The Magical Door', inspired by Kit Wright. So eloquently read Sophie - great job! Really enjoyable. 

If Sophie and the teachers at Trinity have inspired you to read on the Blog, please send in your recordings and we will share for all your friends to see! Go for it! We'd love to hear from you.

Sophie has written a brilliant poem for her English homework today - listen and enjoy

Mrs Kinsey is today's story teller, reading 'Barry the Fish with Fingers' from a beautiful setting in her garden, next to the pond, in the glorious sunshine. Mrs Kinsey's fish enjoy listening to stories too! 

Curiosity is a wonderful thing ​and that's what being inquisitive is all about! Having the thirst for knowledge and questioning the world around you. 

Albert Einstein (1879-1955) is considered one of the most important scientists in world history. 

​His discoveries changed the course of modern physics establishing the field of relativity. ​

As a child, Albert had a very lively and curious mind - he wanted to know how and why things around him worked. He was extremely inquisitive! 
Click on the link below to watch an animated clip of Albert Einstein's Life Story
www.youtube.com/watch?v=N51uYJy2nZM

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We are all inspired by Einstein's inquisitiveness to find out how things work. Being curious, open to new ideas and  eager to learn makes us  great learners. Remember what Einstein said...

It opens up a whole new world!

Today, Mr Inquisitive would like you to think of questions which you would like to find out about, using question words e.g. What? How? Why? Who? Where? Maybe you are curious and would like to find out how glass is made? What happens to our sewage? How are TV programmes made? Or you could even use this week's Picture News question: Who does outer space belong to? 

Be inquisitive and make a list of questions. Find a nice, quiet area in your home and think just like Albert Einstein did as a child. Enjoy being curious!

Year 1, 2 and 3, it's 'THE DEEP BLUE SEA'!!

Thank you to all the children who have sent in work from home today. We really do enjoy seeing what you've been up to - keep them coming in. 

Ruby K celebrated VE Day with her sister, daddy, aunt, uncle and cousins;  in style, all dressed-up, and toured around her local community - to clap and wave the flag for our key workers and carers. Fantastic! It looks like you had lots of fun Ruby - well done and thank you for sharing your photograph!

Ruby K 'Flying leopard-monkey-shark' picture - Class 2

Ruby K letter - Class 2

Sophie in Class 5, sent in this lovely photo of her during home-schooling with her adorable dog Bella. Learning is for everyone!

Ava B reflection drawing - Class 3

Ava C 'Wind in the Willows' scene - Class 3

Ava C reflection drawing - Class 3

Archie's 'Wind in the Willow' scene - Class 3

Archie's water reflection drawing - Class 3

Sonny's letter - Class 2

Welcome to Trinity Mr Inquisitive!

'Inquisitive' is another new Trinity 'School Value'. What a great word! But what does it mean?

This week, we're going to be learning what this word means and  know why it has been chosen to be one of our 'School Values'. 

As always, a good starting point when you're learning the meaning of a new word is to find out lots of other words which have the same meaning - synonyms. So, get researching in dictionaries, thesauruses, on the search engine and have a conversation with your families to see how many other words have the same meaning and what do they think 'inquisitive' means.

Also, have a discussion with your families as to why you think it's important to be 'inquisitive'. Is it a good trait to have? If so, why? 

Post your answers in the 'Comments' section and have a chat with your friends to see what they have to say.

Happy researching Trinity and have a happy Monday!