Year 2 - Home Learning
Dear Year 2 Parents,
Year 1
Home learning activities
Monday 24th January
As always, just do your best with home learning. If you or your child are unwell, we would not expect you to do the activities as your well-being is more important. Each family circumstance will be different, so just do what you can.
Should you and your family be self-isolating, you can phone Mrs Knight at the office to arrange a phone call from your classroom teacher should you want to discuss any of the information below. Obviously, your call would be after school time, as the teachers are in class during the daytime.
Maths
Please follow this link to watch the video for each day’s learning.
The activities are taken from the video, so if you wish to print out the sheets before the video begins this will help your child to undertake the activity. Then watch the video before attempting the activity. If you do not have a printer and the activity is a worksheet then children can just write their answers in their book or on paper.
Phonics:
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Day of the week |
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Monday |
Adding the suffixes –ed and -ing |
Adding the suffixes -ed and -ing - Y1 - P2 - English - Learning with BBC Bitesize - BBC Bitesize We learnt how to add the suffix –ing last week, so that element is revision. This week we are learning to add –ed. Please complete activity one after watching the video.
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Tuesday |
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Watch the video again and complete activity 2. |
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Wednesday |
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Now complete activity 3. |
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Thursday |
er sound |
The er sound | Phase 3 Phonics | er words - BBC Bitesize
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Friday |
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Practise sounding out and writing these words: Floated, singer, pumped, pondweed, treetop, paintbrush. |
Science: Follow this link to an online lesson:
P.E. : CBeebies | Andy's Wild Workouts | Arctic - YouTube
Art: In school this week we would have been using chalks or chalk pastels to create pictures of the northern lights on black paper. If you have access to these materials at home, have a go. Use your fingertips or a sponge to smudge and blend the colours together. If you don’t have chalks or pastels, perhaps you could draw, paint or make a collage using scraps of bright paper or fabric. The following link is a video to inspire you.
Night of the Northern Lights - YouTube
RE: This week is a special week in school and we will be having a lesson on Judaism every day. Please follow these links to the Oak Academy to find out all about Judaism. Complete one lesson each day.
- What was the first covenant between Abraham and God? (thenational.academy)
- Why did Moses lead the Israelites out of Egypt? (thenational.academy)
- Where do Jews worship today? (thenational.academy)
- What is the Torah? (thenational.academy)
- What are the Jewish festivals? (thenational.academy)
English:
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Monday |
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Small Town Superheroes (bbc.co.uk) Follow this link to play games suitable for KS1. Today, choose ‘sentences’ for a sentence building game. The ‘easy’ level would be best for Year 1. |
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Tuesday |
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Watch the video of a teacher reading ‘Meerkat Mail’. Miss Lee presents Meerkat Mail - Bing video
Can you retell the story to a member of your family? |
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Wednesday |
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Think about the setting of the story – Sunny visits lots of different places. Choose one of them (you could pause the video showing the picture of the place you have chosen), and create a mind map of what the place is like. Can you write lots of adjectives to describe the place? Can you draw your own picture of it? |
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Thursday |
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Today, you need to use the mind map you created yesterday to write a description of the setting you chose. Try to write four whole sentences including full-stops and capital letters. Remember to say your sentences out loud before you write them down. |
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Friday |
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Small Town Superheroes (bbc.co.uk) Try the punctuation game today. Focus on capital letters, full stops or question marks. |
HOMEWORK - 21ST JANUARY 2022
Nouns and Verbs homework 21/01/22
We have been revising what nouns and verbs are. Please see the attached document to complete one of the levelled sheets.
Bonus: Can you remember what an adjective is?
HOMEWORK - 14TH JANUARY 2022
Multiplication homework 14/01/22
You should all have your log ins for Times Table Rockstars (please look in the front of your green reading diary). Have a go at playing it. If you need any additional tables added, please let me know so I can do this for you.
Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
HOMEWORK - 7TH JANUARY 2022
Commas homework 07/01/22
This week the homework focuses on Commas. We have been working hard in class to use commas when writing lists.
Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
Year 2
Self-isolating activities for week beginning
Tuesday 4th January 2022
As always, just do your best with home learning. If you or your child are unwell, we would not expect you to do the activities as your well-being is more important. Each family circumstance will be different, so just do what you can.
Should you and your family be self-isolating, you can phone Mrs Knight at the office to arrange a phone call from your classroom teacher should you want to discuss any of the information below. Obviously, your call would be after school time, as the teachers are in class during the daytime.
Maths
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Day of the week |
Topic |
Link to activity |
Answers |
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Tuesday |
Make equal groups (recap) |
https://assets.whiterosemaths.com/fixed/res/2020/02/Y1-Summer-Block-1-WO2-Make-equal-groups-2020.pdf |
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Wednesday |
Add equal groups (recap) |
https://assets.whiterosemaths.com/fixed/res/2020/02/Y1-Summer-Block-1-WO3-Add-equal-groups-2020.pdf |
https://assets.whiterosemaths.com/fixed/res/2020/03/Y1-Summer-Block-1-ANS3-Add-equal-groups-2020.pdf |
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Thursday |
Make arrays
(recap) |
https://assets.whiterosemaths.com/fixed/res/2020/02/Y1-Summer-Block-1-WO4-Make-arrays-2020.pdf |
https://assets.whiterosemaths.com/fixed/res/2020/03/Y1-Summer-Block-1-ANS4-Make-arrays-2020.pdf |
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Friday |
Multiplication quiz |
Please see the attached document for the quiz! |
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English
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Day of the week |
Topic |
Activity |
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Tuesday |
Poetry
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Read the poem below: Who has seen the wind? Neither I nor you. But when the leaves hang trembling, The wind is passing through.
Who has seen the wind? Neither you nor I. But when the trees bow down their heads, The wind is passing by.
Use a ‘quarter thinking sheet’ to help think about the meaning of the poem. A quarter sheet is a piece of paper divided into quarters: one quarter has an ear symbol ‘what can I hear’: one has an eye ‘what can I see’: one has words – ‘what words do I like/want to know more about’ and one has a question mark – ‘what do I need to find out’?
Using the quarter thinking sheet, you may also want to ask them about:
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Wednesday |
Learn a poem by heart |
Read the poem from yesterday again. Think of actions to go with the poem. Use these action to help you learn the poem by heart. |
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Thursday |
Plan ideas for a new poem |
Using the poem they have been learning as a model, talk about ideas and vocabulary for a similar poem, perhaps about a weather element, e.g. Who has held the sunshine? Who can stop the rain? Who has hugged a cloud?
Choose their own weather topic, e.g. storm and think of different adjectives to describe the storm. Can you think of any expanded noun phrases? E.g. The dark, spooky storm. The bright, yellow sunshine.
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Friday |
Spellings |
You can be tested on your spellings which are in your green diary from before half term. |
- RE - Epiphany: What is it? - CBBC Newsround With the help of an adult, follow the link and read all about Epiphany and why we celebrate it. Then draw or make 3 king puppets to retell the story. You could use lollipop sticks, toilet roll tubes or just drawings on a piece of paper. Think about what the Kings will say to each other when they see the star, on their journey and when they finally arrive in Bethlehem.
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If you have a Bible at home, show the children a copy of a Bible. Explain how the Bible is God’s special book. It is all about how much God loves and cares for people. Describe how the Bible is the most important book that Christians use, because it is God’s Word, so it is always treated with reverence. Like all special books we take care of it, make sure our hands are clean before we use it and keep it in a safe place.
There are two main sections in the Bible. The Old Testament tells us about the time before Jesus.
The New Testament tells us about Jesus and the beginning of the Church.
Some of the books are called by the name of the person thought to have written them: Mark, Jeremiah, Peter. Some are named after the person the story is about: Job, Ruth, Jonah. One is called after an event: Exodus. Others tell you about the content of the book: Genesis (Beginnings), Psalms, Proverbs, Letters. The Bible is like a library of different books.
Choose one of the links below, or if you have your own Children’s Bible, read a story from it and discuss what it is trying to tell us.
The Christian Story of the Good Samaritan and the Lost Sheep: ww.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/religious-studies-ks1-the-christian-story-of-the-good-samaritan-and-the-lost-sheep/zr7wxyc
The story of Jesus’ disciples, Peter and Andrew: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/zbyr87h
Challenge: Design a front cover for the Bible that shows it is a special book for the People of God. On the back cover write a summary of what you would find inside.
Art –
We will be creating repeating patterns. Can you create any repeating patterns?
ICT – Log onto DB primary or Times Table rockstars to have a play.
PE - Try and get outside if you have a garden. If it is rainy why not ask your family to put on an exercise video that you can enjoy. The Joe Wicks ones are still on You Tube or maybe try Just Dance or similar.
Music – Understanding Pulse. Watch the video to learn about pulse, how to find it and how to move our body in time to the beat.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/understanding-pulse-cdk38c
Welcome back to Term 2.
Every week we will put a piece of optional homework on the website that you and your child can access. Only do it if you feel that your child would benefit from it and you have the time to do it with them. Homework should not cause stress in your household.
Homework will be sent on a Friday every week. If it needs to be returned, please return before the following Friday.
Please remember the expectation for ALL children is that they read 4 times a week and have an adult sign/make a comment in their green reading records. Thank you in advance with this.
Homework - 10th December 2021
Capital Letters homework 10/12/21
This week the homework focuses on Capital Letters.
Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
Worksheet - 10/12/21
Home Learning - 6th December 2021
Year 2
Self-isolating activities for week beginning
Monday 6th December 2021
As always, just do your best with home learning. If you or your child are unwell, we would not expect you to do the activities as your well-being is more important. Each family circumstance will be different, so just do what you can.
Should you and your family be self-isolating, you can phone Mrs Knight at the office to arrange a phone call from your classroom teacher should you want to discuss any of the information below. Obviously, your call would be after school time, as the teachers are in class during the daytime.
Maths
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Day of the week |
Topic |
Link to activity |
Answers |
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Monday |
Count money - pounds (notes and coins) |
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Tuesday |
Count money - notes and coins |
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Wednesday |
Select money |
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Thursday |
Make the same amount |
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Friday |
Compare money |
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Day of the week |
Activity 1 |
Activity 2 |
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Monday |
English: Write about your Elf at home. What is he/she called? What has he been up to the last few days? Are they good or naughty? If you don’t have an Elf at home you could write about Christmas in a different way. If you were to decorate your house with Christmas decorations, how would you decorate it? |
History: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/z82xpv4 Watch the link to learn about the history of flight. Use google to find pictures of a kite, a hot air balloon, an airship and a glider. Which do you think they were invented? Investigate and find out!
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Tuesday |
RE: Read the attached story of the Annunciation.
Hot seat Mary, asking her to recall what had happened and to find out how she felt about being chosen to be the mother of Jesus.
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DT: Go on a mechanisms hunt around the house. Where can they see mechanisms in action e.g. door hinges and locks, clocks, swings, knobs on cookers, etc Describe the type of movement e.g. around in a circle, in an arc, forwards in a straight line, forwards and backwards in a straight line. Ask the pupils to explain how the movement is created? Science link to forces – so refer to push and pull which will occur in later units.
Think of some questions that will help you find out about mechanisms. e.g. Which ones are in a car, hairdryer, toys? How many mechanisms are in my house? Which famous inventors used mechanisms? Do mechanisms make life easier? Which is the cleverest mechanism? |
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Wednesday |
History: Draw a picture of what you think an inventor looks like. Google the story of the Wright brothers. Do they match the pictures you have drawn? What qualities do you think the brothers possessed that made them such successful inventors? You could research some other inventors particularly women (Mary Anderson invented the windscreen wiper in the same year the Wright brothers took flight) and add any further qualities you think are appropriate. It would be interesting to discuss how often inventors were laughed at or ignored when they first showed people their inventions, what quality did they need to overcome this? How are these qualities important when we are learning something new? Can you now draw a more accurate picture of an inventor labelled with the qualities they have discussed? |
PE: Try and get outside if you have a garden. If it is rainy why not ask your family to put on an exercise video that you can enjoy. The Joe Wicks ones are still on You Tube or maybe try Just Dance or similar. |
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Thursday |
RE: Use the attached document to read the story of the Visitation. When Mary goes to visit Elizabeth her cousin whom she loved to help her prepare for her baby. Mary did not think of herself, but went to visit Elizabeth who was elderly and also expecting a baby. She was prepared to travel a long way.
Using the text of Mary’s Song, highlight the words that describe God. Use these words to help, write your own song of Praise to God to help you prepare lovingly for the coming of Christ at Christmas.
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Art: What imaginary flying creatures do you know about? e.g. dragons, unicorns. With an adult google different images of mythical flying creatures. (Warning - some images of creatures can be quite scary, caution may be needed!). Can you identify the different animals they are made from. Animals to include could be: Phoenix, Griffin, Wyvern, Pegasus, Winged unicorns, Hippogriff
You are going to create you own flying beast. You might like to chop up lots of different animals to create a new animal e.g. body of cow, head of a monkey, wings of an eagle. |
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Friday |
ICT/ Spellings: Log into Times Table Rockstars to play! If you need times tables added, please email Mrs Knight to let Miss Cox know. |
Art: Create a 3D birds to use as decorations on the Christmas tree. Use a bird shaped piece of card – cut a slot in the top and insert either wing shaped piece with the opposite slot cut in it, or a small paper fan slotted horizontally into it.
Decorate the pieces separately and then put them together again. A piece of thread can be sewn through the bird so that it can be hung on a Christmas tree. |
Homework - 3rd December 2021
Maths 03/12/21
This week we started our new topic of 'Money'.
Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
Challenge: Look in catalogues/shops and talk about money, which is more? which is less? What coins or notes would you need to buy certain items?
Home Learning - 29th November 2021
Year 2 home learning - 29/11/21
English
We will be writing out our non-chronological report about Christmas in our chosen country. We will be concentrating on our neat handwriting and accurate punctuation. We will also try to include lots of exciting information. Did you choose Australia, Netherlands, Germany or India? What facts can you remember? If possible, write a title for your report, an introduction and then sub headings with all your information. Go back and check your work. Can you read it? Does it make sense? Did you try your best?
Maths
Follow the link to watch the video about adding three 1 digit numbers together. After you have watched the video, complete the worksheet.
Phonics
See the attached phonics mat to complete.
Play practise
Sing the play songs at home, can you remember the actions? If you have lines, read them through in your big loud acting voice.
Homework - 26th November 2021
Phonics for this week 26/11/21
Next week, your child will complete their phonics check. In preparation for this, please have a go at reading the real and alien words on the attached document. Count how many real and alien words there are. Can you find the hidden alien word?
I will not be able to discuss the phonics check with you.
Phonics Homework - please click link
HOMEWORK - 19TH NOVEMBER 2021
Maths for this week 19/11/21
This week in class we have been looking at subtracting 2 digits numbers. Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
Homework Extension - please click for details
Phonics for this week 12/11/21
Please see the attached document to find a list of real and alien words. Get your child to read through these words. If they get stuck, encourage them to sound the words out.
Challenge: Put 5 of the real words into sentences.
Phonics Screening Practice List - please click for details
Maths for this week 5/11/21 (TIMETABLES)
This week in class we have been looking at adding and subtracting 2 digits and 1 digit numbers.
Please see the attached document to find 3 levels of work, increasing in difficulty as you scroll down. Choose one of the sheets to complete that is best suited for your child. If you are unsure, start with the first sheet. If your child completes the first questions with ease then move onto the middle sheet.
Many thanks in advance with your support with the children with this. The best model for our fabulous St. Augustine's children is for us all to work together in partnership to support their learning.
Kind regards,
Miss Cox
Maths Work - click for details
WEEK 6 - Board Game
WEEK 6 - Challenges
WEEK 6 - Friends Booklet
WEEK 6 - Roll and Read
WEEK 6 - Flag of Kenya
WEEK 6 - Common Exception Words
WEEK 6 - White Rose Quiz
WEEK 6 - Words Mat
Dear year 2 parents and children,
TERM 6 - WEEK 5 - 29th June - 3rd July 2020
This week we would have started learning about Kenya. Our key text in English this week is called ‘Let’s Explore Kenya’. I hope you learn a lot about this amazing country! Don’t forget to send me photographs of your work!
This week our maths work will cover a range of different topics on My Maths. We have already covered all of these areas so the next couple of week’s work will consolidate our learning, rather than starting any new topics. It would be great if you could also play Times Table Rock Stars or Mental Maths Train on a daily basis for 10 – 15 mins.
Thank you for all of your hard work!
We’re getting closer to the Summer Holidays – I think we all deserve a nice rest!
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
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B English based activities
Key text: Let’s Explore Kenya
Monday- Please read ‘Let’s Explore Kenya’ which can be found in the attached PowerPoint. After you’ve read the non-fiction book, please pick one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Respond There are four questions in this book, pages 9, 14, 17 & 21. Please complete a written response to each of the questions outlined in the text.
Non-fiction Writing Write your own short non-fiction book about Kenya. This book only gives a brief introduction to Kenya. Pick four of the topics covered in this book and expand on them by completing additional research.
Index Use the vocabulary found in the Index (the last slide of the PowerPoint) to form your own sentences. How many sentences can you write?
Safari Animal Research Create a fact file or poster about a Safari animal of your choice. I have provided you with a range of examples to inspire and support your writing (open the PDF below).
Board Game Bao is a traditional game played in Kenya. I would like you to create your own board game and write a set of rules to accompany it. I’ve attached a blank template for a board game – you don’t have to use this as you may have your own ideas.
Create Design a new species of animal. Write about where they live, eat, look like etc.
National Geographic Kids Follow the link: https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/geography/countries/country-fact-file-kenya/ Read the facts about Kenya provided by National Geographic Kids. After you’ve read the information write six facts in your purple writing book that you thought were interesting.
Recipe The national dish of Kenya is Ugali. Can you think of a recipe that you enjoy making? Write a set of instructions to explain how to make it. I’ve attached a recipe template below to give you some inspiration. |
C Maths activities Monday – Friday: please login to My Maths and complete the online worksheet. This week our maths work will cover a range of different topics. We have already covered all of these areas so the next couple of week’s work will consolidate our learning, rather than starting any new topics.
In addition to the My Maths work, please continue to play ‘Times Table Rock Stars’ and ‘Mental Maths Train’ on a daily basis.
Times Table Rock Stars: https://ttrockstars.com/
Mental Maths Train: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/mental-maths-train
Challenge If you fancy an extra challenge I have attached a PDF document called Year 1 & 2 challenges. The challenges start off easier and get harder as they go along. There are 25 challenges so don’t try and do them all at once. The document will stay on the homework page until the end of term. |
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D Topic Suggestions
R.E Make a poster to encourage people to look after God’s world.
Art & D&T Follow the link: https://www.wwf.org.uk/get-involved/schools/activities
The WWF have provided a range of crafty activities related to animals. There’s a lot on their website to keep you busy!
Geography Follow the link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/pshe-eyfs-ks1-go-jetters-continent-of-africa/zfv7d6f
Learn about Africa with the help of Go Jetters!
PSHE Think about a special friend and complete the ‘My Little Book of Friends’ provided by ELSA Support. Please find this attached as a PDF document. If you don’t have a printer you can still complete this task on a piece of paper.
P.E 10 Minute Shake Up Games: https://www.nhs.uk/10-minute-shake-up/shake-ups
Description: Change4Life and Disney have teamed up again to bring you new Shake Up games inspired by Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 4 and Incredibles 2, and Disney's The Lion King and Frozen. These 10-minute bursts of fun will really get your kids moving and count towards the 60 active minutes they need every day!
Geography Download the Kenyan flag colouring page (PDF). Research the correct colours of their flag and colour the template in. |
WEEK 5 - Safari Animals
WEEK 5 - Board Game
WEEK 5 - Recipe Template
WEEK 5 - Let's Explore Kenya
WEEK 5 - Kenya Flag
WEEK 5 - Friends Little Booklet
WEEK 5 - Challenges
Dear Year 2 Parents and Children,
TERM 6 - WEEK 4 - 22nd-26th June 2020
This week our English is based on the story ‘Katie in London’ by James Mayhew. If we were in school we would have started our new topic; which begins by looking at famous landmarks in the United Kingdom. This story provides an excellent starting point to this topic – I hope you enjoy it!
This week our maths work focuses on ‘place value’ and ‘estimation’. I have provided you with a My Maths lesson and homework Monday – Thursday. On Friday I have given you a selection of activities that you can complete (remember you only need to complete one activity each day).
I hope you’ve started to complete some of the suggested topic activities found in column D. Please don’t forget to send me some photographs – especially anything elephant related!
I hope you all have a brilliant week!
Keep working hard,
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
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B English based activities
Key text: Katie in London by James Mayhew
Monday: Please read ‘Katie in London’ which can be found in the attached PowerPoint. After you’ve read the story, please pick one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Diary Write a diary entry from Katie's point of view about her trip to London. Challenge: could you write a diary entry from the Lion's point of view?
Poster Design and create a poster to encourage people to visit London. Don’t forget to include some landmarks that people could visit.
Description Write a list of words that can be used to describe the Crown Jewels.
Imagine Imagine that you’re the Queen, looking out of the windows of Buckingham Palace and you see Katie, Jack and a lion walking past. Explain how you might feel about this!
BBC Bitesize Explore the UK with the help of BBC Bitesize. The website highlights keywords in bold print. Practise spelling and defining these words. https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zyhp34j/articles/z4v3jhv
Research Pick a landmark from the book and research it in more detail.
London Landmarks PowerPoint Open the London Landmarks PowerPoint found below. This PowerPoint contains photographs of famous landmarks in London. Pick five of your favourite photographs and write a short description for each.
Science Focus Research lions, can you find out what their usual habitat is like? Challenge: create a fact file about a lion.
D&T Focus Make a model of a London landmark (maybe you could use recycled materials). Write a set of instructions to explain how you made your model. |
C Maths activities Monday – Thursday: please login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This week our maths focuses on ‘place value’ and ‘estimation’.
Friday: pick one of the following activities to complete from the list below.
Count the Crayons Follow the link: https://nrich.maths.org/10653 This activity is designed to support children as they begin to estimate by grouping in 10s.
Little Man Follow the link: https://nrich.maths.org/4789 This problem offers a novel context in which to think about relative size, and gives children chances to estimate quantities.
Place Value Basketball Follow the link: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/learning-to-count/place-value-basketball Place Value Basketball helps children to understand the concept of hundreds, tens and ones.
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D Topic Suggestions 15th – 26th June
R.E -Write a prayer for key workers. -Write a prayer about showing love and kindness to others.
PSHE Complete the ‘Kindness to yourself’ challenge provided by ELSA Support. Please open the PDF document and follow the instructions. This is a five day challenge, if you don’t have a printer you could still complete this task in your purple writing books.
History/ R.E Research Saint Francis of Assisi. He showed great kindness to animals.
Art Make a kindness rock and spread joy to people. Step 1: find a rock and wash it. Step 2: think of a nice word to write on your rock. Step 3: paint this word on your rock and decorate it with patterns. Step 4: leave your rock somewhere for someone else to find or give it someone special. Art Make a milk bottle Elmer. Open the PDF to find a set of instructions. If you decide to make one please send me a photograph – you know how much I love elephants!
Music Watch and listen to the song ‘Be a Rainbow’ from ‘Elmer The Patchwork Elephant Show’. Follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz8yo0_I7BQ
Science/ D&T Consider how you could attract more birds to your garden/ our school grounds. Follow the link and learn how to make a bird feeder from recycled materials: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/make-a-bird-feeder-from-recycled-materials
Alternatively, download one of the ‘Spot it!’ sheets provided by the RSPB. They have lots of different sheets on their website to keep you busy on your daily walk: https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-teachers/lesson-plans-and-supporting-resources/spot-it/
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WEEK 4 - Katie in London
WEEK 4 - Kindness to Yourself Challenge
WEEK 4 - London Landmarks
WEEK 4 - Milk Bottle Elmer
Dear year 2 parents and children,
TERM 6 - WEEK 3 - 15th-19th June 2020
This week the English planning and topic suggestions focus on ‘kindness’ and being ‘unique’. Our key text in English is Elmer by David McKee – one of my favourite stories! Please remember that the topic suggestions cover a two week period 15th – 26th of June. Don’t forget you’re not expected to complete all of these; you might just like to select a few that you like the look of. Please remember to send me photographs on 2Build a Profile – I love looking at the children’s work!
Our maths focus this week is division. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday I have provided you with a My Maths online lesson and homework. I have given you a selection of activities that you can complete on Thursday and Friday. As always, I’ve given you a few extra ideas so you can choose the activities you would like to complete.
I hope you spend this week reflecting on what makes you so special! I miss you all so much; I think you’re all absolutely amazing!
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
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B English based activities
Key text: Elmer by David McKee
Monday: Please follow the link to watch David McKee read Elmer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFrD18XLmlM&list=PLE5MZB5pedUMQRHw2etfKDkufdGKDiPsU&index=18&t=0s
After you have watched the story, choose one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Elmer Word Mat Please open the attached PDF ‘Elmer’ word mat. Use the keywords to help you rewrite the story. Alternatively, you could create your own short sentences containing each of these words.
Interview Imagine that you’re a news reporter, interviewing Elmer. What questions would you ask him? What do you think his response would be? E.g. Why did you feel different? Why did you paint yourself grey? Write your questions and responses in your purple writing book.
Invitation Design and create an invitation to invite the other elephants to celebrate ‘Elmer Day’. Don’t forget to include the ‘colourful’ dress code.
Creative Writing There are many books in the Elmer series – they all contain the main character Elmer. Write your own story about Elmer. Don’t forget to plan your story first - briefly plan the beginning, middle and end.
Decorated Elephants Open the Microsoft Word document ‘Decorated Elephants’. This contains the final page of the story. Which is your favourite decorated elephant? Can you describe it to a family member? Design your own decorated elephant and label it with the colours you have used.
I am unique… Think about what makes you unique. Write a short description about what makes you special. Draw a portrait of yourself to accompany your writing. Top tip: use a mirror to ensure you draw yourself accurately.
Letter Write a letter to a friend telling them why you think they are special. It’s lovely to tell people why you think they’re unique and special. I think you’re all wonderful! |
C Maths activities Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This week’s focus is ‘Division’.
Thursday & Friday: pick one of the following activities to complete.
Doggy Division Dinners A simple introduction to division, (through sharing). The dogs are always hungry; there is no end to this game! Follow the link to play: http://ictgames.com/mobilePage/doggyDivision/index.html
Times Table Rock Stars Please play Times Table Rock Stars, this game doesn’t just focus on multiplication it also includes division questions too. Link: https://ttrockstars.com/ Your child’s login details can be found on the front of their school pack.
Share Bears Follow the Link: https://nrich.maths.org/2358 This problem is an appealing way to help children understand the process of division as sharing. In particular, they will have the opportunity to investigate patterns when dividing by two and thus identify even numbers and hence multiples of two.
Maths Challenge Cards Open the PDF –‘maths challenge cards’ found at the bottom of this page. Look at each card and draw a picture to help you solve each question. Next, write the division number sentence to go with each card.
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D Topic Suggestions 15th – 26th June
R.E -Write a prayer for key workers. -Write a prayer about showing love and kindness to others.
PSHE Complete the ‘Kindness to yourself’ challenge provided by ELSA Support. Please open the PDF document and follow the instructions. This is a five day challenge, if you don’t have a printer you could still complete this task in your purple writing books.
History/ R.E Research Saint Francis of Assisi. He showed great kindness to animals.
Art Make a kindness rock and spread joy to people. Step 1: find a rock and wash it. Step 2: think of a nice word to write on your rock. Step 3: paint this word on your rock and decorate it with patterns. Step 4: leave your rock somewhere for someone else to find or give it someone special. Art Make a milk bottle Elmer. Open the PDF to find a set of instructions. If you decide to make one please send me a photograph – you know how much I love elephants!
Music Watch and listen to the song ‘Be a Rainbow’ from ‘Elmer The Patchwork Elephant Show’. Follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz8yo0_I7BQ
Science/ D&T Consider how you could attract more birds to your garden/ our school grounds. Follow the link and learn how to make a bird feeder from recycled materials: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/make-a-bird-feeder-from-recycled-materials
Alternatively, download one of the ‘Spot it!’ sheets provided by the RSPB. They have lots of different sheets on their website to keep you busy on your daily walk: https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-teachers/lesson-plans-and-supporting-resources/spot-it/
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WEEK 3 - Elmer
WEEK 3 - Elmer Word Mat
WEEK 3 - Kindness Challenge
WEEK 3 - Maths Challenge
Week 3 - Milk Bottle Elmer
Dear Year 2 parents & Children
TERM 6 - WEEK 2 - 8TH-12TH JUNE 2020
I hope you all had a lovely weekend.
This week our English is based on a PowerPoint about ‘Animals of the Rainforest’. As usual I have provided you with lots of suggestions – please feel free to pick which ones interest you most!
Our maths focus this week is subtraction, on Monday I have provided you with an online lesson and homework to get you started. The rest of this week’s planning will not include My Maths; instead I have provided you with a range of online and practical activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one of these activities each day.
I hope you’ve started to complete some of the suggested topic activities found in column D. If you do have any photographs of what you’ve been doing please send them to me on 2Build a Profile. I’m looking forward to seeing what you’ve been up to!
Missing you all very much,
Mrs Carra
WEEK 2 - Plants in the Rainforest
WEEK 2 - Animals of the Rainforest
WEEK 2 - Sikh Beliefs
WEEK 2 - Snakes & Ladders
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
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B English based activities
Key PowerPoint: The Animals of the Rainforest
Monday: Please read ‘The Animals of the Rainforest’, this PowerPoint is set up as a quiz format. It allows children to answer questions about animals living in the rainforest and reveal secret facts. Please answer the questions found on each slide – these could be completed verbally or written.
After you have read through the PowerPoint please select one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Description Select an animal from the PowerPoint. Write a short description about them e.g. The jaguar has sharp teeth etc.
Research Research some additional information about the Amazon Rainforest or research an animal in more detail.
Poetry Imagine that you’re in the middle of the Amazon Rainforest. What would you see, hear, smell and feel? Write a short senses poem to explore this.
e.g. I see______________ I hear _____________ I smell _____________ I feel ______________
Riddle – Who am I? Create a ‘Who am I?’ riddle about an animal from the Amazon rainforest.
e.g. I am a type of insect You might see me flutter by. I have wings so colourful. Who am I?
Rainforest Nature Soundscape Follow the link: https://youtu.be/xI340pBpszQ
Listen to this natural soundscape from the Amazon Rainforest. Draw a picture of what it makes you imagine. Write about how it makes you feel. Write a list of the different sounds you hear, what could be making them?
Plants in the Rainforest Open the PDF ‘Plants in the Rainforest’ found at the bottom of this page. This activity encourages children to form sentences based on photographs. Clear instructions can be found on the PDF document. If you don’t have a printer you could draw the picture yourself and then write your sentence next to it. |
C Maths activities Monday: login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This week’s focus is ‘subtraction’.
Once you have completed the online learning you can pick one of the following activities to complete each day (I’ve provided extra so you can choose).
Mental Maths Train Follow the link: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/mental-maths-train Please select the truck showing the subtraction sign. You can then select a game mode from the list provided. There are a range of options, so challenge yourself and play more than one.
Number Fact Families Follow the link: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/number-facts/number-fact-families Please select the option: + and –
Calculation Cards Follow the link: This problem gives children the opportunity to create their own number sentences. The discussion it provokes will give them the opportunity to use vocabulary related to addition and subtraction, and to begin to develop ways of working systematically.
100 Square Subtraction Roll a dice twice to make a 2-digit number. Subtract this number from 100.
Online dice: https://nrich.maths.org/6717 Online 100 square: https://www.primarygames.co.uk/pg2/splat/splatsq100.html
Lego Subtraction Step 1: take 20 pieces of Lego. Step 2: roll a dice to reveal a single digit number. Step 3: subtract that number from your 20 pieces of Lego (don’t forget to write the number sentence).
Challenge: ask an adult to write some trickier subtraction questions for you e.g. 40 - 12 = Use Lego to help you solve the problem.
Snakes and Ladders Download the subtraction ‘Snakes and Ladders’ game from Microsoft Word document found below. If you don’t have a printer at home you could always design your own version on a piece of paper.
Challenge: design your own subtraction board game. Send me a photograph of it on 2Build a Profile. |
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D Topic Suggestions 1st – 12th June
R.E ‘ Pentecost’ Please read the attached PDF file ‘Pentecost Day’ (based on Acts 2:1-4). After you have read this, consider how the Apostles spread the word about Jesus at Pentecost, with how Christians spread it today. Write a postcard/ letter to a friend or family member saying why you think it is important for Christians to tell others about Jesus.
P.E linked with Pentecost Create a dance to show how sad the friends of Jesus were before the Holy Spirit came and their happiness after he had come.
Sikhism Please read the attached PowerPoint which gives information about Sikhism. At the end of the PowerPoint there are some suggested activities that you could complete.
D&T/ Geography Please make a model of ‘Christ the Redeemer’- located in Rio de Janeiro. Please use whatever materials you have at home. Make sure you send me a photograph!
Art Research the Brazilian artist Romero Britto. He combines elements of cubism, pop art and graffiti painting in his work, using vibrant colours and bold patterns as a visual expression of hope, dreams and happiness. Create a piece of artwork inspired by him.
Music Learn and practise some songs used during Collective Worship. All songs include lyrics on the screen and backing tracks. Follow the link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/school-radio/primary-school-songs-songs-for-collective-worship-and-assemblies/zmgwkmn
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Dear year 2 parents and children,
TERM 6 - WEEK 1 - 1st-5th June 2020
I hope you all had a lovely half-term and a well-deserved rest!
This week our English work is based on the book ‘Mr. Elephant’s Rio Tour’. I’ve attached a copy of it as a PowerPoint. Please ensure you’ve read it with your child before trying to complete any of the suggested activities (remember you don’t have to do them all).
This week, I have provided you with a daily My Maths lesson and online homework. This week’s focus is ‘addition’. I am also providing you with a range of practical activities that you might like to do instead. Please remember that you’re only expected to do one activity from the maths section each day. You might like to do an online activity or a practical – the choice is up to you (do what works best for your family).
You’ll notice a new feature in ‘Column D’ of the planning. We hope you have now finished your projects (obviously if you’re still working on them continue to). Column D will now be used for ‘Topic Suggestions’. These suggested activities could therefore be completed during the afternoon. As you can see, I’m keeping my suggestions running over a two week period 1st – 12th June. I’ve organised it in this way as an activity might last longer than one afternoon, especially subjects like D&T and Art. Please don’t feel like you need to complete all of these activities! I would also like to highlight that yesterday (Sunday 31st May) was the celebration of Pentecost. Therefore, it would make sense to complete the R.E activities related to this sooner rather than later.
Thank you for your support as always.
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
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B English based activities
Key text: Mr Elephant’s Rio Tour
Monday: Please read ‘Mr. Elephant’s Rio Tour’, which can be found in the attached PowerPoint. After you’ve read the story, please pick one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Research Pick one of the famous landmarks that Mr Elephant visits in Rio de Janeiro. Research this place in more detail and complete a little fact file about it.
Imagine Imagine that Mr Elephant did a tour of our local area. Where do you think he should take the tourists? Write a list of all the places you think he should visit e.g. Martello Towers.
Alternative Version Write your own version of the story e.g. ‘Mr. Elephant’s Hythe Tour’. Don’t forget to include his yellow umbrella!
Travel Guide If you’re able to get outside for your daily exercise, pretend you’re a tour guide. Can you describe what you see around you on your walk to a family member?
Suitcase If you were going to visit Rio de Janeiro, what would you take with you? Draw a suitcase, including the items you would take. Label each item in your best handwriting. I would definitely pack my sunglasses!
Postcard Imagine you’ve been to Rio de Janeiro. Design and write a postcard to your family telling them about your visit. Include a famous landmark from Rio de Janeiro on the front.
Holiday Brochure Make a holiday brochure about visiting Rio de Janeiro or the place where you live. (Hythe, Folkestone, etc) Please find a template attached below to give you inspiration.
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C Maths activities This week, I have provided you with a daily My Maths lesson and online homework. This week’s focus is ‘addition’. I am also providing you with a range of practical activities that you might like to do instead.
Number Bonds to 20 Can you recall all the addition facts to 20 fluently? Examples: 17 + 3 = 20 15 + 5 = 20 etc.
Dice Addition Step 1: Roll a dice twice to generate a 2-digit number. Write this number on a piece of paper. Step 2: Roll the dice again to generate a single digit number. Write this number on a piece of paper. Step 3: Add your two numbers together to find the total.
If you don’t have a dice at home follow this link to play using a virtual dice: https://nrich.maths.org/6717
What could it be? Follow the link: https://nrich.maths.org/10479 This activity provides an opportunity for children to practise their addition skills through a meaningful open-ended task. It encourages children to record their results, notice patterns and make predictions
Mental Maths Train Follow the link: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/mental-maths-train Please select the truck showing the addition sign. You can then select a game mode from the list provided. There are a range of options, so challenge yourself and play more than one.
10 more 10 less Think of a 2-digit number and write it on a piece of paper. Can you work out 10 less than that number? Can you work out 10 more than that number? If you need some support use this online 100 square to help you: https://www.primarygames.co.uk/pg2/splat/splatsq100.html |
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D Topic Suggestions 1st – 12th June
R.E ‘ Pentecost’ Please read the attached PDF file ‘Pentecost Day’ (based on Acts 2:1-4). After you have read this, consider how the Apostles spread the word about Jesus at Pentecost, with how Christians spread it today. Write a postcard/ letter to a friend or family member saying why you think it is important for Christians to tell others about Jesus.
P.E linked with Pentecost Create a dance to show how sad the friends of Jesus were before the Holy Spirit came and their happiness after he had come.
Sikhism Please read the attached PowerPoint which gives information about Sikhism. At the end of the PowerPoint there are some suggested activities that you could complete.
D&T/ Geography Please make a model of ‘Christ the Redeemer’- located in Rio de Janeiro. Please use whatever materials you have at home. Make sure you send me a photograph!
Art Research the Brazilian artist Romero Britto. He combines elements of cubism, pop art and graffiti painting in his work, using vibrant colours and bold patterns as a visual expression of hope, dreams and happiness. Create a piece of artwork inspired by him.
Music Learn and practise some songs used during Collective Worship. All songs include lyrics on the screen and backing tracks. Follow the link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/school-radio/primary-school-songs-songs-for-collective-worship-and-assemblies/zmgwkmn
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Term 6
Week 1 - God's Story
Week 1 - Sikh Beliefs
Week 1 - Mr. Elephant's Rio Tour
Week 1 - Travel Brochure
Dear Year 2 Parents and Children
Week 5 - 18th - 22nd May 2020
I hope you’re all continuing to do well with your home learning, I think we’re all hanging in there – just in time for the May half-term! I would just like to say how proud I am of everyone. I feel so blessed to have a class full of amazing children and such supportive parents.
This week we would have started our really exciting topic on Brazil, with a special focus on the Rio de Janeiro Carnival. You’ll see this reflected in the English planning this week, there are obviously a few musical and design elements incorporated into this.
This week our maths focus will be ‘money’, on Monday and Tuesday I have provided a My Maths lesson and online homework to complete. I’ve then provided a range of practical and online activities that you can choose from. Remember, this is only suggested planning so do what works best for you!
I hope you all manage to have a good rest during the half-term; hopefully the weather will be kind to us!
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
Optional Read a Picture Visit: https://www.onceuponapicture.co.uk/the-collections/the-inference-collection/
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B English based activities Key PowerPoint: All about Brazilian Carnivals Monday: Please read the PowerPoint provided about Brazilian Carnivals. After you have read through the PowerPoint please select one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Describe Look at the photographs of the Rio Carnival on the PowerPoint. Write a couple of sentences to describe each photograph.
Design
Questions Consider what you would like to find out about Brazil. Write down at least five questions - don’t forget to use a question mark.
Research Research the answers to your questions; please make sure you receive adult support with this task. Alternatively, you could just research some additional facts about Brazil.
Responding to Music Please click the link to hear a sample of samba music. Listen to the music and draw a picture of what it makes you think of. You could also write about how it makes you feel or write a list of instruments you hear.
BBC Bitesize Explore Rio de Janeiro through the help of BBC Bitesize. The website highlights keywords in bold print. Practise spelling and defining these words. https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zyhp34j/articles/zr2h47h
Poster Create an information poster about Brazil or the Rio Carnival. Don’t forget to add some attention grabbing pictures! |
C Maths activities Monday & Tuesday: please login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This will give you an introduction to this week’s topic of ‘Money’.
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: pick one of the following activities to complete from the list below.
Toy Shop 1. Follow the link to play: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/money/toy-shop-money 2. Alternatively, you could create your own toy shop by creating price tags for your toys. You then need to think about which coins you could use to pay for them.
Coin Game https://www.topmarks.co.uk/money/coins-game Follow the link to practise sorting, ordering and counting coins.
The 20p Challenge How many possible ways can you make 20p? After you have completed this challenge, watch this video that shows various combinations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/zh9d2hv
Extra challenge: how many different ways can you make 50p?
Coin Rubbing Create a picture by rubbing coins underneath paper. After you have completed your artwork add together the coins you have used. How much will your masterpiece be worth?
Super Movers Learn this song and dance routine: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-money/zht4nrd Challenge: create your own song or rap about money.
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D Home Learning Project
Hopefully your projects are well under way and you’re enjoying doing them. I am really looking forward to seeing them!
Be creative! Include Art, Geography, photos of models, History, Cooking etc. Just have fun with it! Remember, projects will be displayed in the hall on return to school for everyone to see.
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Week 5 - Brazilian Carnivals
Week 4 - 12th - 15th May 2020
I hope you’ve all had a lovely VE Day extended weekend! Don’t forget that this school week starts on Tuesday 12th May.
I hope you enjoy the suggested planning this week. This week our English is based on a lovely animation called ‘A Cloudy Lesson’. I’ve suggested a range of activities that you can do, don’t forget that you only need to pick one activity to complete each day.
Please login to My Maths on Tuesday and complete the online lesson and homework, this will give you an introduction to this week’s topic of ‘Statistics’. I have set optional My Maths lessons on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. You don’t have to complete these tasks as you might prefer to do one of the practical activities instead. Remember to do what works best for your family – I think you’re all doing an amazing job.
Missing you all,
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
Optional Read a book to a family member via video call. Make sure you do this with adult support.
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B English based activities Key animation: A Cloudy Lesson Tuesday: Please watch ‘A Cloudy Lesson’ : https://www.literacyshed.com/cloudylesson.html Description: A cloud maker and his apprentice grandson are busy making clouds but everything doesn't happen as it should. As things don't go according to plan, the pair of them learn that good ideas come from happy accidents.
After you have watched the animation, choose one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Creative Writing Write a short story based on the animation. This animation doesn’t have any dialogue. Can you imagine what the cloud maker is saying to his grandson?
Instructions Imagine that you’re the cloud maker; write a set of instructions to explain how to make clouds.
Outdoor Learning Go cloud spotting outside and see how many different shapes you can spot. Think of some adjectives to describe what you see.
Research Research how clouds are actually formed, please do this with the support of an adult.
Diary Keep a daily weather diary. Include descriptions of what you can see and hear. Don’t forget to include some observational drawings.
Weather Presenter Imagine that you’re a weather presenter, can you create your own weather forecast (please video it). Follow the link to find out how they do it on the BBC. http://www.bbc.co.uk/schoolreport/25430933
Poetry Write a poem about the weather / a particular season that you enjoy. |
C Maths activities Tuesday: please login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This will give you an introduction to this week’s topic of ‘Statistics’.
Optional Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework or select one of the practical activities to complete from the list below.
Premier League Complete some football related data handling tasks. Follow the link: https://plprimarystars.com/resources/handling-data-in-football
Smartie Maths You will need a tube of smarties to complete this task – you could adapt this activity with other colourful sweets. Please open the pdf file attached at the bottom of the page to find out more.
Create Make your own football table and keep score by using a tally chart. Instructions can be found at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/thingstodo/bp-how-to-make-table-football?collection=bp-arts-and-crafts
Play Play a game of ‘Noughts and Crosses’. Keep score by using a tally chart.
Interpreting Data Game Description: a simple to use resource where you collect data by tallying and make a bar chart and pictogram of the results. There are lots of examples to use. Click the link to play: http://flash.topmarks.co.uk/4771 |
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D Home Learning Project
Hopefully your projects are well under way and you’re enjoying doing them. I am really looking forward to seeing them!
Be creative! Include Art, Geography, photos of models, History, Cooking etc. Just have fun with it! Remember, projects will be displayed in the hall on return to school for everyone to see.
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Week 4 - Smartie Maths Activity Sheet
Dear Year 2 parents and children,
Week 3 - 4th - 7th May 2020
I hope you’re all doing well! I’ve received such positive feedback from so many parents letting me know how hard you’re all working. I’m looking forward to hearing about all the extra things you’ve been learning about. I think Miss Foster and I might even learn a few new things from you all!
This week’s planning is set up in a similar way to last weeks. The only difference you will see this week is the Maths planning. This week, I have provided you with a daily My Maths lesson and online homework. This week’s focus is ‘Time’. I am also providing you with a range of practical activities that you might like to do instead. Please remember that you’re only expected to do one activity from the maths section each day. You might like to do an online activity or a practical – the choice is up to you (do what works best for your family).
You’ll notice that this week covers Monday – Thursday. Friday (May 8th) is a bank holiday which commemorates VE Day. I’ve attached a PowerPoint which provides child-friendly information regarding VE Day, at the end of the PowerPoint you’ll notice some optional tasks that you may like to complete on this day. This is an optional task, so please enjoy the bank holiday however you wish – just remember to keep safe!
I hope you all have a fantastic week!
Mrs. Carrá
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
Optional Follow the link: https://www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/have-some-fun/storybooks-and-games/ Here you can find lots of lovely interactive books to read online or watch with signing.
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B English based activities Key text: Queen Elizabeth II Monday: Please read the short biography of Queen Elizabeth II, provided in the attached Microsoft Word document. Next, complete the comprehension questions (found on the second page of the word document). These questions can be completed verbally or written. After you have completed Monday’s task, choose one of the following activities to complete for the remainder of the week. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Research Use a device to research some additional facts about Queen Elizabeth II. I would advise doing this task with adult support. Write down the information you’ve researched in your purple writing book (provided in your school pack).
Fact File Create a fact file about Queen Elizabeth II. You can use the information provided in the Microsoft Word document to help you. Don’t forget to include a drawing of her!
Design Design a meal fit for a queen or king. Draw a picture of a plate including all the different ingredients. Label the meal with the ingredients you have selected. If you have playdough at home, you could create your meal using this.
Diary Imagine that you’re a king or queen. Think about what your day might be like. Write a diary entry to recall the events of the day, including your thoughts and feelings.
Letter Write a letter to Queen Elizabeth II, what would you like to ask her? If you keep a copy of your letter, I’ll happily send it for you when we return to school. Follow the link to find out how to write a formal letter to her: https://www.royal.uk/contact
Computing Create a poster about Queen Elizabeth II using Microsoft Word. If you’re feeling really snazzy, create a PowerPoint about her. |
C Maths activities This week, I have provided you with a daily My Maths lesson and online homework. This week’s focus is ‘Time’. I am also providing you with a range of practical activities that you might like to do instead. I thought it would be useful for you to know the NC objectives for this unit, so you’re aware of what should be covered.
Objectives: Tell and write the time to five minutes, including quarter past/to the hour and draw the hands on a clock face to show these times. Know the number of minutes in an hour and the number of hours in a day. Compare and sequence intervals of time.
Design Design and make your own clock. Then practise telling the time.
Order Write the days of the week and months of the year in the correct order. Practise spelling these words correctly.
Timetable Create your own daily timetable. You could challenge yourself and create a weekly one. Don’t forget to include the time of day, and what you plan on doing.
Queen Elizabeth II Imagine what Queen Elizabeth II does during her day. Design a daily schedule for her. I’ve heard she enjoys starting her day with a pot of Earl Grey tea.
BBC Super Movers Learn how to tell the time with this fun song and movement routine – https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-telling-the-time/zk4t8xs
Challenge Visit: https://nrich.maths.org/9026 Pick one of the challenges to complete. These can be completed online or printed. |
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D Home Learning Project
Hopefully your projects are well under way and you’re enjoying doing them. I am really looking forward to seeing them!
Be creative! Include Art, Geography, photos of models, History, Cooking etc. Just have fun with it! Remember, projects will be displayed in the hall on return to school for everyone to see.
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Week 3 - Queen Elizabeth II
Week 3 - VE Day Powerpoint
Dear Year 2 parents and children,
Week 2 - 27th April - 1st May 2020
Like last week, I have devised my home learning grid in a way that will (hopefully) give you more freedom over what you do with your child. I have provided a list of activities that your child can choose from; please remember that they are only expected to complete one activity (from each section) each day. If you have any ideas that you would like to pursue, feel free to experiment and adjust as you like.
The maths is a little different this week, as I have provided an online lesson and homework to complete on My Maths (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday). However, if you would like to reduce screen time, then please feel free to opt for a practical activity (from the list provided) on Tuesday and Wednesday. On some days you won’t be able to do it all and that’s fine. You can only do your best!
I hope you’re enjoying your learning at home!
Thank you for your support,
Mrs. Carra
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
Optional
Follow the link, and watch some online stories provided by CBeebies: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/stories
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B English based activities Key text: Cinderella Please read a version of Cinderella. If you don’t have a copy of the book at home, please read the version provided in the attached PowerPoint. After you have read the story, choose one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do.
Quick retell Verbally retell the story of Cinderella to a family member. Use pictures, keywords and doodles to help you retell the story.
Create Create an invitation to invite Cinderella and her sisters to the ball. Don’t forget to include important information like the date, time and dress code.
Design Design and create a castle, using recycled materials. You could also write a set of instructions to explain how you made your castle.
Character Description Choose a character from the story and create a character profile. You should write about their appearance, personality and actions (what does this character do in the story). I would definitely include a sketch of the character too!
Creative Writing Write your own version of Cinderella. You could change one of the characters or the setting (or both).
Word Problems Think of some mathematical word problems that involve the story. For example, ‘Cinderella needed 10 mice, she found three. How many more does she need?’
Sewing Design and create finger or hand puppets of the characters in the story. You could also make a puppet theatre and recreate the story.
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C Maths activities Monday: please login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This will give you an introduction to this week’s topic of ‘Positon and Direction’.
Tuesday & Wednesday: login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework.
Thursday & Friday: Pick one of the following activities to complete (I’ve provided extra so that you can choose).
1.Write directions to get from your bedroom to the kitchen. In addition to this, you could write instructions to get to other places in your house.
2. Make a treasure map and follow your directions to reach the treasure. For inspiration follow the link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/makes/swashbuckle-treasure-map?collection=swashbuckle-makes 3. Hide some treasure in your garden or in the house. Give directions to a family member to find it.
4. Ask an adult to blindfold you and follow their directions. Make sure there are no hazards around you such as hard objects or sharp corners. This activity is perfect to play outside.
5. Design and draw a repeated pattern using shapes. |
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D Home Learning Project
Hopefully your projects are well under way and you’re enjoying doing them. I am really looking forward to seeing them!
Be creative! Include Art, Geography, photos of models, History, Cooking etc. Just have fun with it! Remember, projects will be displayed in the hall on return to school for everyone to see.
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Week 2 - Powerpoint - Cinderella
Dear Year 2 parents and children,
Week 1 - 20th-24th April 2020
I wanted to start off by firstly saying how much Miss Foster and I miss you! I’m constantly wondering how you’re all getting on. When we are reunited again, I’ll definitely keep my promise and we will have our ‘Pizza Party’ to celebrate!
I would like to reassure all parents, that I fully appreciate and understand the pressures that come with home schooling. I want you to know that your child’s and family’s happiness should come first. I know you’re all trying your best, and that’s all that we can ask of you! I have tried extremely hard to produce a range of activities that reduce ‘screen time’ and opt for more practical activities. In some cases, this may not always be possible due to the nature of the unit (but I will try my best).
I have devised my home learning grid in a way that will (hopefully) give you more freedom over what you do with your child. I have provided a list of activities that your child can choose from; please remember that they are only expected to complete one activity (from each section) each day. If you have any ideas that you would like to pursue, feel free to experiment and adjust as you like. Please remember, this is only guidance. On some days you won’t be able to do it all and that’s fine. As I said previously, we can only do our best!
Do contact the office should you need a phone call from me or advice with any aspects of your child/children’s learning.
Thank you for your continued support, I look forward to seeing you all again soon!
God bless,
Mrs. Carra
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A Home Reading each day
(At least 20mins) You could use Oxford Owls if you run out of books! Oxford Owl for Home
Optional Art
Do you have any books at home by Beatrix Potter? Or perhaps you could look at some of her illustrations online.
You could:
-Copy one of her illustrations. -Create a sketch of your pet. -Turn your pet into a fictional character like Beatrix did! -Paint a picture of your garden.
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B English based activities Key text: Jack and Beanstalk Please read a version of Jack and the Beanstalk. If you don’t have a copy of the book at home, please follow the link for an online version: https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/short-stories/jack-and-the-beanstalk After you have read the story, choose one of the following activities to complete. Remember, you only need to complete one activity each day. I’ve provided extra activities so that you can choose which ones you would like to do. Act Create your own puppets (think about who the main characters are) and role-play the story.
Responding to Reading Write a book review of Jack and the Beanstalk. Don’t forget to include a short summary of the story, and if you would recommend it. How many stars would you give it? Design Design a front cover for the story. The more colourful and imaginative the better!
Summarise Write a blurb for the story. Don’t forget that the blurb gives readers an idea of what the book is about (without giving too much away). Most of all, it should encourage people to want to read the book. Character Description Choose a character from the story and create a character profile. You should write about their appearance, personality and actions (what does this character do in the story). I would definitely include a sketch of the character too! Creative Writing Write your own version of Jack and the Beanstalk. You could change one of the characters or the setting (or both). Music – Rhythm and Rhyme Follow the link and learn a collection of songs which retells the entire story. https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/school-radio/music-jack-and-the-beanstalk-index/z7jq8xs |
C Maths activities Monday: please login to My Maths and complete the online lesson and homework. This will give you an introduction to this week’s topic of ‘Length and Height’. Once you have completed the online learning you can pick one of the following activities to complete each day (I’ve provided extra so you can choose).
1. Choose a variety of objects and practice measuring them using a centimetre ruler. Remember to line up the object to the 0 mark on the ruler. e.g. How long is the pencil to the nearest centimetre?
2. Play this online measuring game: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/measuring-in-cm
3. Investigate: ‘The taller you are, the longer your shoes are.’ Measure the height of people in your family and measure the length of their shoes.
4. Cut up some ribbon or string. Practise measuring the different pieces with a ruler. Order them from shortest to longest.
5. Choose five objects from your bedroom. Measure them using a ruler. Order the objects from shortest to longest. Write at least three sentences to describe the objects using the words longer, longest, shorter and shortest.
6. Measure some objects in your house with Lego. Can you make a prediction before measuring the object? |
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D Home Learning Project
Each child to work on their own choice of project that interests them. It could be anything that ignites their enthusiasm. It could be Deserts, Saturn, Titanic, Penguins, The Bee Gees…. Just follow their passions! Projects will be displayed in the hall on return to school for everyone to see. Be creative! Include Art, Geography, photos of models, History, Cooking. Have fun!
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Fun Easter Activities - 2nd April 2020
Home School Learning - 23rd March - 1st April 2020
Take care and stay safe
Mrs. B. Carrá