Monthly Classroom News - July 2026

General Info

Last month, we shared about community places and the people who help us, such as hairdressers in salons and firefighters in fire stations. In July, our theme is “Summer”! With the summer holidays coming soon, it’s time for children to enjoy fun and exciting activities.

Together, we’ll discover places to visit and things to do in summer: collecting shells at the beach, playing water games, and even talking about travelling by plane. We’ll also learn about summer weather, the food we enjoy, and the clothes we wear.

This month is also a special time for some of our children as they prepare to say goodbye and begin a new adventure in primary school. Let’s create more wonderful memories with our friends at CDC and share a warm farewell.

Get ready for a bright, joyful summer filled with learning and play!

Activities to do at home

Ice treasure hunt:
Fill an ice cube tray with water and small toys, then freeze it overnight. Once it’s solid, use a spray bottle, dropper, or even a cup of water to help melt the ice. Notice how the temperature and texture change, and enjoy the surprise of uncovering a cute toy as it melts.
Paper windmill:
Paper windmills are a simple and fun craft that spins and dances when you blow on it or run with it outside. With just paper, a pin (or split pin), a straw or stick, and a little help from an adult, it’s a lovely project for you and your child to make together. Creating a paper windmill gives your child a chance to explore colours and designs, practise fine motor skills such as cutting and folding, and learn about cause and effect as they watch it spin in the wind. It’s an easy, creative activity that brings a playful touch to outdoor play and makes a cheerful decoration too.
Please see the video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN0GxOQMzME&t=14s) for the guide.
Bubbles time:
Blowing bubbles is a classic, joyful activity that fills the air with shimmering shapes and invites lots of laughter. With a simple bubble solution and a wand (or a straw/pipe cleaner), you and your child can take turns blowing bubbles, chasing them, and watching them float and pop. This activity gives your child a chance to practise breath control and coordination, explore gentle touch and cause and effect, and notice how bubbles change in size and movement with different blowing and wind. It’s an easy, low-prep activity that works well indoors (with a towel) or outside for extra space.

Here are some great books to go with our July themes. Look out for...

“Maisy’s pool” by Lucy Cousins
“Maisy learns to swim” by Lucy Cousins
‘The Sandcastle That Lola Built’ by Megan Maynor
“When Ice Cream Had a Meltdown” by Michelle Robinson & Tom Knight
“I Love Summer” by Lizzie Scott
“A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School” by Shannon Olsen & Sandie Sonke