The 2nd February is known as Candlemas Day for Christians.
How did this 2nd February come to be called Candlemas?
It was the day of the year when all the candles, that were used in the church during the coming year, were brought into church and a blessing was said over them - so it was the Festival Day (or 'mass') of the Candles.
Candles were important in those days not only because there was no electric lights. Some people thought candles gave protection against plague and illness and famine. For Christians, they were (and still are) a reminder of something even more important.
Jokes of the week
Provided by Euan Adam (Year 4) who earns himself two red squares for these rib ticklers!
Why didn’t the safari animals invite the giraffe to their party?
Because he was a pain in the neck!
How do monsters like their eggs?
Terri – fried!
Why wouldn’t the ghost cross the road?
He didn’t have the guts!
What’s a snakes favourite subject?
Hiss – tory!
What do you do if you come face to face with an adder?
You subtract it!
What do ants take when they are sick?
Ant – ibiotics!
How do bees get to school?
On the school buzz!
What kind of insects live in clocks?
Ticks!
