We use ideas from Guy Claxton’s ‘Building Learning Power' to help the children become effective learners and develop good learning habits with our learning friends. 

 The mouse who demonstrates resourcefulness. Being able to ask questions, make links, make good use of equipment and resources, being ready to learn in new ways and using imagination to consider possibilities.

The elephant who demonstrates reflectiveness. Being self-aware, thinking about what has been learnt, evaluating strengths and weaknesses, adapting, changing and revising work.

The meerkat who knows how to have good relationships. Knowing when its best to work alone or with others, knowing when to take initiative or let others take the lead, listening and learning from others, showing empathy and consideration to their views.

The spider who demonstrates resilience. Showing perseverance, sticking to challenges and managing distractions.

The rabbit who demonstrates bravery. Trying new things, facing new challenges and demonstrating grit.