Spring Term 2011- Class 2
English and Communication:
During the first half of the spring term, children in class 2 will be studying Myths and legends. We will focus on recognising the key aspects of a myth by predicting and anticipating actions from the main characters.
Children will develop their ability to discuss as they work collaboratively in paired, group and whole class contexts.
We will also focus on empathy, as writing and listening to stories will help children to understand what others might be feeling in a particular situation.
In the second part of the term, children will be undertaking a Performance and Play Script study. This will lead us to our class play, which will be announced nearer the time.
Modern Foreign Language:
The children will be continuing to study French as their MFL. They will be recapping counting and months of the year. We will also be learning how to say each day of the week in addition to our birthdays in French.
Mathematical Understanding:
The renewed primary framework for Numeracy will be followed from last year. Careful assessment will take place to ensure children are learning at an appropriate speed and level.
We will start with Block A- The partitioning of number, counting and calculation skills. This is followed by Block B- Securing number facts and understanding shape. We end the half term focusing on data handling and measures.
In the second part of the term we will move on to Block D- Calculating, measuring and understanding shape, followed by Block E- Securing number facts, relationships and calculating.
Scientific and Technological understanding:
The children will be Exploring Forces (such as friction,) examining the strength of structural components and looking at design and construction.
We will also be focusing on the forces affecting moving water and developing children’s ability to describe physical processes in terms of energy change.
The children will also be working on puppets to accompany our myths and legends work in English.
Historical, Geographical and Social Understanding:
Children will be looking at Ancient Egypt and a special insight into that time by studying the gods, goddesses and communication.
We will also look at the pyramids, mummification and develop an understanding of what life was like at this time.
Physical Development, Health and Wellbeing:
A professional coach from John Hodge soccer school will continue to visit the school for an hour each week to maintain the high quality 2 hours recommended by the government.
A Multi-skills approach will be incorporated along with tag rugby and basketball techniques.
We will also look at the importance of good hygiene in sport in addition to a healthy diet.
Understanding the Arts:
Children will be working on block printing relating to Myths and legends in addition to our communication theme during our play. Children will be encouraged to express themselves through their art and develop their skills.
Religious Education:
We will be looking at the Christian year and important dates including the build up to Easter and why these dates are important. We will also study daily life as a Christian.
Homework:
The children will be given spellings to learn and a sheet to accompany this, based on work that has been undertaken in class. Children should continue to spend time reading each night and developing their knowledge of times tables.
