I could see the sun slowly fade away and the moon in its place. I could also smell the BBQ’s smoke drifting into the night sky. I was singing songs while the marshmallows were getting crispy by the open fire. My family quickly fell asleep. As it was getting dark, I slowly moved closer to my mom. How long would it be until sunrise?

When the clock struck twelve, it inched out of its den, ran through the forest and wiggled in the squelchy mud.

I could hear loud yapping coming from the bushes. What was that sound? Am I dreaming? I curled up into a little ball and rocked side to side. A cute ball of fluff came rolling towards me. It was a fox or was it?

A beautiful independent write by a child in 3J

The moon glittered in the night sky replacing the sun. I was playing a Christmas song on my guitar around the fire. Abidan and Arthur went inside to sleep. I went inside too. Then Arthur said to me, “Ismail I am not too sure about this.” I agreed. When would it be sunrise?

When Arthur and Abidan went to sleep, the werewolf darted across his lair,  shot between the trees and crossed the road to Calthorpe Haven.

I could see bushes dripping with red liquid. Whose blood was that? It was a WEREWOLF! The Werewolf’s mouth was dripping with blood. His eyes were yellow, he was staring at me.

A wonderful independent write by a child in 3J

It was almost midnight and I was sleeping. I fastened the small, flexible tent. My friend was drifting to sleep. My heart was beating as fast as a plane. I could hear the animals that live under the ground making their way through the soil. How long until I fall asleep?

When the clock struck and the moon shone, he intertwined out of his lair, criss-crossed over the moorland and inched through the fog.

I heard a terrifying noise outside. My face was white like a ghost. I saw a figure smiling and waving at me. What on earth was it?

Written by a child in 3J

It was time to go to sleep. I closed my tent. My light went out and my tent was pitch black. My teeth were chattering. When will it be morning?

When the sun faded away, the beast squirmed through the cave, criss-crossed over the moorland and shot across the fog.

I could hear a creepy song outside my tent. My heart skipped a beat. A creepy black shadow was looking into my soul.

Written by M in 3J

Today year 3 received a postcard from Graceland International School in Ghana. We were also sent a book called Where are we? Miss Jones read the book to us. We are all confused but very excited to meet the children from Graceland International School.

Have a look at our postcard which came all the way from Ghana.

We sat around to listen to Miss Jones read the book.

We can’t wait for next Friday! Can you?

How to care for a Unicorn

Are you an animal lover? Read these instructions to find out more.

Environment

Most people believe unicorns live in the clouds but they can be found hiding in enchanted forests and high mountain peaks. They can also be found in secluded caves behind waterfalls because they love to bathe in cold water.

Diet

Most people believe unicorns eat rainbow cake because they love the sprinkles and it is so sweet. Unicorns are herbivores, they have a sweet tooth so do give them something sweet, it will help sharpen their horn.

Behaviour 

Most unicorns are known to be helpful. Make sure you give your unicorn the right amount of food or they will turn evil. Make sure you know how to play the recorder and make sure you give your unicorn magical marshmallows.

If you make sure you follow these top tips you will be the best unicorn owner in the world.

Written by a child in 3J

How to take care of a Griffin

Have you ever wished of looking after a Griffin? If so, continue to read these instructions and read on to be an amazing Griffin owner. Before you bring your Griffin home, you need to follow these things.

Environment 

The majority of Griffins live at the top of the Caucasus mountains because of their amazing eye sight. Be sure that by that mountain there is a long runway so they can exercise and spread their wings. If they don’t know how to fly, they will learn if they jump off mountains and flap their wings.

Diet

Most people believe that Griffins are carnivores but if they can’t find any meat they eat plants and grains. For a snack, they eat horses because they are very fond of the flavour they bring. Beware! Sugar makes them lethargic and too much will make them sick and angry, they might turn on you! So tame them by giving them princesses and princes!

A Griffin’s behaviour

Most people believe that Griffins are ferocious but they are kind if you give them the right things. If they go mad, tame them by giving them tons and tons of meat on the go. Give them what they want because they are really picky about what they eat.

If you follow these detailed instructions you won’t go wrong and you will be the greatest Griffin owner that has ever lived!

Written by H in 3J

How to look after an Ogre

Are you an animal lover? Who wants to have a new playmate? Read on to find out more about your playmate.

Environment

Before you bring your playmate home you will need a dirty cave because Ogres need their personal space.

Diet

While some people believe Ogres are meat eaters, they also eat their greens. They need lots of water. For a snack they eat fresh little children.

Behaviour

Most Ogres need lots of food to avoid tantrums. They also need privacy. To calm them down feed them their favourite snack.

Written beautifully by Onkar in 3J

Looking after an Ogre

Are you looking to extend your family with an unusual pet? Read on if you are…

Environment

Before you bring your Ogre home, make sure you live near a bridge or swamp with lots of trees and children that go there, and make sure you’re near a school. Contrary to popular belief, Ogres love children and teachers for lunch.

Diet

Many people believe that Ogres are meat-eaters and are omnivores but they always choose meat over vegetables. Some Ogres eat elves especially because of the Christmas magic. For small snacks they eat small birds. However, Ogres really like fruit because they have a sweet tooth.

Behaviour

Many people think Ogres will be easy to control. If they are kept away from sunlight, are give lots of food and live near a school, they will be fantastic pets! However, if they don’t have enough food then they might eat you! So make sure that your fridge is full of delicious tasty snacks!

A beautiful piece of writing by a student in 3J

Our explanation text based on looking after an Ogre

Do you want to look after Ogres?

Are you a lover of magical creatures? If so, explore these instructions about how to look after one of your own.

Environment

Before you bring your Ogre home, you will need a swamp and some children because they love children.

Diet

Contrary to popular belief, most Ogres are omnivores but they always choose meat over greens.

Behaviour

Ogres should have the right amount of food when they are hungry, if not, they will eat you! So make sure your fridge is full of protein.

Written by a student in 3J