Welcome to
Denise Lewis Class
In Year 2, we are Denise Lewis Class! At the start of every year, classes vote for who they would like their class to be named after. We vote for role models who demonstrate our values of respect, resilience, happiness, excellence, pioneering and courage. Denise Lewis is a sports presenter, sports administrator and former track and field athlete, who specialised in the heptathlon.
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This term we are learning:
Personal, social & emotional development
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English
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Understanding the world
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Expressive art & design
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Maths
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Physical development
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English
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
Maths
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
First up is finishing our term on shape. After looking at lines of symmetry, we’ll focus on 3D shapes, counting the faces, edges and vertices. Our next unit will be money, where after counting pence and pounds, we’ll compare amounts and calculate with money (e.g. making a pound and finding change). Feel free to support at home by letting your child count different combinations of coins and notes. Our final unit this term will be the start of multiplication. We’ll just be introducing it this term by looking at equal groups and arrays.
We’ll start the term by finishing our unit on measurement (volume and capacity). Then, we’ll move onto a unit on fractions. We’ll investigate halves, quarters and thirds before recognising some equivalences. Finally, we’ll begin a unit on telling the time. This can be a challenging concept for some children so practising at home would be beneficial! In year 2, children are expected to read o’clock, half past, quarter past and quarter to.
Science
Our topic for Science this term is ‘Living Things and their Habitats’. Our big question is ‘Habitats and microhabitats; what are the similarities and differences?’ To answer this question, children will draw upon their learning from year 1 to identify that most living things live in habitats that are suited to their needs. They will identify and name not only animals but also plants in their habitats and the microhabitats within these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How does a tadpole change over time? We’ll begin by identifying the offspring of different animals before looking at the life cycles of different animals. Understanding what metamorphosis is and which animals undergo it should be exciting for the children.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What activities make our hearts beat faster? Children will be developing an investigation to determine which activities raise their heart rate.
Geography / History
The Geography question we’ll be tackling this term is ‘What makes up the United Kingdom?’ After establishing the four countries within the U.K., students will find their capital cities and surrounding areas. By using compass directions and maps, children will develop a firm understanding of the four countries and their geographical characteristics.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Should we call Grace O’Malley a pirate? We’ll spend some time developing our chronological awareness by building timelines before looking at some of the key events of Grace’s life and the consequences of these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What do Amelia Earhart, Walter Tull and Mary Seacole have in common? We’ll study each significant individual separately before comparing their achievements.
Art
This term we are going to be looking at painting and collage, recreating a London landmark with a focus on mixing secondary colours.
This term we are going to be using clay to sculpt our own compasses. Taking inspiration from Grace O’Malley’s adventures, we’ll learn how to roll a slab and coil, using cross-hatching to join the clay.
This term we are going to design and make prints. After studying our key artists, children will create a print using etching into a polystyrene block.
Music
In Music, we will be learning a range of songs and practising using our voice expressively and creatively. After listening to a range of high-quality music, we will experiment with and create our own sounds.
Children will learn to sing the song ‘Once a Man Fell in a Well’ and play it using tuned percussion, adding sound effects, experimenting with timbre and dynamics and using letter notation to write a melody.
Children will be composing a soundtrack inspired by the British seaside. They will layer instrumental and vocal patterns, choosing the appropriate dynamics, timbre and tempo to create a pleasing piece..
PE
In P.E. children will be learning fundamental games and ball skills (using their feet). Teamwork and cooperation will be a focus of these sessions as well. PE will be on Monday and Tuesday. Please ensure your child comes to school intheir PE kit on those days.
In PE lessons this term, children will be taking part in gymnastic lessons. Flexibility and balance will be a big focus as children manoeuvre different equipment.
In PE lessons this term, children will be learning two sports, hockey and tennis.
PSHE / Wellbeing
In PSHE we will be answering the big question ‘What is Mental Health?’ This is obviously an important unit of work, where children will learn about emotions, the different aspects of health and how to make positive choices and develop strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How can we protect ourselves from harm? This will cover democracy, identifying and evaluating risks, keeping safe around medicine and online safety.
This term children will be learning about race and racism. They will learn what these terms mean, why representation is important and how we can be actively anti-racist.
Computing
In Computing we will be learning how to be Programmers. We’ll be using Scratch Jr on the iPads to create a short animation based on our fun English texts. They will build on their understanding of an algorithm to program a short animation of a bus going on a journey. Children will use the ‘blocks’ to create their own algorithms.
This term, we are Technicians. Children will identify the different components of a computer, specifically identifying the input and outputs. They will use this information to design their own invention.
This term, we are Programmers. Children will have the opportunity to work out algorithms, write their own algorithms and debug any issues that arise.
RE
In R.E. we will spend this half term learning about Christianity and answering the big question ‘Is it possible to be kind to everyone all of the time?’ After studying stories of when Jesus showed kindness and spoke of kindness, children will give their opinion on whether they think a Christian should be kind. Then, they will generalise this to people of all faiths; can we all be kind all of the time?
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How important is it for Jewish people to do what God asks them to do? This term we’ll focus on what respect means and how Jews show respect to their God through different religious practices.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Does going to the Mosque give Muslims a sense of belonging? This term we’ll focus on what belonging means to different people and understand how religion can give people a sense of belonging.
English
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
Maths
In Maths we will start the year with an in depth unit on place value. After recapping numbers to 20, we will move on to numbers to 100. By using concrete resources (e.g. counters and base 10) children will develop a deep understanding of these numbers and how to represent them. After partitioning (78=70+8 or 78=60+18), we will place numbers on a number line - this can be a tricky skill to master! The term will end with an important unit on number bonds. It is important for children to know their number bonds to 10 and 100. Extra practice at home would be very helpful!
First up is finishing our term on shape. After looking at lines of symmetry, we’ll focus on 3D shapes, counting the faces, edges and vertices. Our next unit will be money, where after counting pence and pounds, we’ll compare amounts and calculate with money (e.g. making a pound and finding change). Feel free to support at home by letting your child count different combinations of coins and notes. Our final unit this term will be the start of multiplication. We’ll just be introducing it this term by looking at equal groups and arrays.
We’ll start the term by finishing our unit on measurement (volume and capacity). Then, we’ll move onto a unit on fractions. We’ll investigate halves, quarters and thirds before recognising some equivalences. Finally, we’ll begin a unit on telling the time. This can be a challenging concept for some children so practising at home would be beneficial! In year 2, children are expected to read o’clock, half past, quarter past and quarter to.
Science
Our topic for Science this term is ‘Living Things and their Habitats’. Our big question is ‘Habitats and microhabitats; what are the similarities and differences?’ To answer this question, children will draw upon their learning from year 1 to identify that most living things live in habitats that are suited to their needs. They will identify and name not only animals but also plants in their habitats and the microhabitats within these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How does a tadpole change over time? We’ll begin by identifying the offspring of different animals before looking at the life cycles of different animals. Understanding what metamorphosis is and which animals undergo it should be exciting for the children.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What activities make our hearts beat faster? Children will be developing an investigation to determine which activities raise their heart rate.
Geography / History
The Geography question we’ll be tackling this term is ‘What makes up the United Kingdom?’ After establishing the four countries within the U.K., students will find their capital cities and surrounding areas. By using compass directions and maps, children will develop a firm understanding of the four countries and their geographical characteristics.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Should we call Grace O’Malley a pirate? We’ll spend some time developing our chronological awareness by building timelines before looking at some of the key events of Grace’s life and the consequences of these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What do Amelia Earhart, Walter Tull and Mary Seacole have in common? We’ll study each significant individual separately before comparing their achievements.
Art
This term we are going to be looking at painting and collage, recreating a London landmark with a focus on mixing secondary colours.
This term we are going to be using clay to sculpt our own compasses. Taking inspiration from Grace O’Malley’s adventures, we’ll learn how to roll a slab and coil, using cross-hatching to join the clay.
This term we are going to design and make prints. After studying our key artists, children will create a print using etching into a polystyrene block.
Music
In Music, we will be learning a range of songs and practising using our voice expressively and creatively. After listening to a range of high-quality music, we will experiment with and create our own sounds.
Children will learn to sing the song ‘Once a Man Fell in a Well’ and play it using tuned percussion, adding sound effects, experimenting with timbre and dynamics and using letter notation to write a melody.
Children will be composing a soundtrack inspired by the British seaside. They will layer instrumental and vocal patterns, choosing the appropriate dynamics, timbre and tempo to create a pleasing piece..
PE
In P.E. children will be learning fundamental games and ball skills (using their feet). Teamwork and cooperation will be a focus of these sessions as well. PE will be on Monday and Tuesday. Please ensure your child comes to school intheir PE kit on those days.
In PE lessons this term, children will be taking part in gymnastic lessons. Flexibility and balance will be a big focus as children manoeuvre different equipment.
In PE lessons this term, children will be learning two sports, hockey and tennis.
PSHE / Wellbeing
In PSHE we will be answering the big question ‘What is Mental Health?’ This is obviously an important unit of work, where children will learn about emotions, the different aspects of health and how to make positive choices and develop strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How can we protect ourselves from harm? This will cover democracy, identifying and evaluating risks, keeping safe around medicine and online safety.
This term children will be learning about race and racism. They will learn what these terms mean, why representation is important and how we can be actively anti-racist.
Computing
In Computing we will be learning how to be Programmers. We’ll be using Scratch Jr on the iPads to create a short animation based on our fun English texts. They will build on their understanding of an algorithm to program a short animation of a bus going on a journey. Children will use the ‘blocks’ to create their own algorithms.
This term, we are Technicians. Children will identify the different components of a computer, specifically identifying the input and outputs. They will use this information to design their own invention.
This term, we are Programmers. Children will have the opportunity to work out algorithms, write their own algorithms and debug any issues that arise.
RE
In R.E. we will spend this half term learning about Christianity and answering the big question ‘Is it possible to be kind to everyone all of the time?’ After studying stories of when Jesus showed kindness and spoke of kindness, children will give their opinion on whether they think a Christian should be kind. Then, they will generalise this to people of all faiths; can we all be kind all of the time?
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How important is it for Jewish people to do what God asks them to do? This term we’ll focus on what respect means and how Jews show respect to their God through different religious practices.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Does going to the Mosque give Muslims a sense of belonging? This term we’ll focus on what belonging means to different people and understand how religion can give people a sense of belonging.
Welcome to
Denise Lewis Class
In Year 2, we are Denise Lewis Class! At the start of every year, classes vote for who they would like their class to be named after. We vote for role models who demonstrate our values of respect, resilience, happiness, excellence, pioneering and courage. Denise Lewis is a sports presenter, sports administrator and former track and field athlete, who specialised in the heptathlon.
Meet the team
Whole school newsletters
Keep up-to-date with the latest news from Streatham Wells
This term we are learning:
Personal, social & emotional development
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English
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Understanding the world
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Expressive art & design
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Maths
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Physical development
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English
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
Maths
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
First up is finishing our term on shape. After looking at lines of symmetry, we’ll focus on 3D shapes, counting the faces, edges and vertices. Our next unit will be money, where after counting pence and pounds, we’ll compare amounts and calculate with money (e.g. making a pound and finding change). Feel free to support at home by letting your child count different combinations of coins and notes. Our final unit this term will be the start of multiplication. We’ll just be introducing it this term by looking at equal groups and arrays.
We’ll start the term by finishing our unit on measurement (volume and capacity). Then, we’ll move onto a unit on fractions. We’ll investigate halves, quarters and thirds before recognising some equivalences. Finally, we’ll begin a unit on telling the time. This can be a challenging concept for some children so practising at home would be beneficial! In year 2, children are expected to read o’clock, half past, quarter past and quarter to.
Science
Our topic for Science this term is ‘Living Things and their Habitats’. Our big question is ‘Habitats and microhabitats; what are the similarities and differences?’ To answer this question, children will draw upon their learning from year 1 to identify that most living things live in habitats that are suited to their needs. They will identify and name not only animals but also plants in their habitats and the microhabitats within these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How does a tadpole change over time? We’ll begin by identifying the offspring of different animals before looking at the life cycles of different animals. Understanding what metamorphosis is and which animals undergo it should be exciting for the children.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What activities make our hearts beat faster? Children will be developing an investigation to determine which activities raise their heart rate.
Geography / History
The Geography question we’ll be tackling this term is ‘What makes up the United Kingdom?’ After establishing the four countries within the U.K., students will find their capital cities and surrounding areas. By using compass directions and maps, children will develop a firm understanding of the four countries and their geographical characteristics.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Should we call Grace O’Malley a pirate? We’ll spend some time developing our chronological awareness by building timelines before looking at some of the key events of Grace’s life and the consequences of these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What do Amelia Earhart, Walter Tull and Mary Seacole have in common? We’ll study each significant individual separately before comparing their achievements.
Art
This term we are going to be looking at painting and collage, recreating a London landmark with a focus on mixing secondary colours.
This term we are going to be using clay to sculpt our own compasses. Taking inspiration from Grace O’Malley’s adventures, we’ll learn how to roll a slab and coil, using cross-hatching to join the clay.
This term we are going to design and make prints. After studying our key artists, children will create a print using etching into a polystyrene block.
Music
In Music, we will be learning a range of songs and practising using our voice expressively and creatively. After listening to a range of high-quality music, we will experiment with and create our own sounds.
Children will learn to sing the song ‘Once a Man Fell in a Well’ and play it using tuned percussion, adding sound effects, experimenting with timbre and dynamics and using letter notation to write a melody.
Children will be composing a soundtrack inspired by the British seaside. They will layer instrumental and vocal patterns, choosing the appropriate dynamics, timbre and tempo to create a pleasing piece..
PE
In P.E. children will be learning fundamental games and ball skills (using their feet). Teamwork and cooperation will be a focus of these sessions as well. PE will be on Monday and Tuesday. Please ensure your child comes to school intheir PE kit on those days.
In PE lessons this term, children will be taking part in gymnastic lessons. Flexibility and balance will be a big focus as children manoeuvre different equipment.
In PE lessons this term, children will be learning two sports, hockey and tennis.
PSHE / Wellbeing
In PSHE we will be answering the big question ‘What is Mental Health?’ This is obviously an important unit of work, where children will learn about emotions, the different aspects of health and how to make positive choices and develop strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How can we protect ourselves from harm? This will cover democracy, identifying and evaluating risks, keeping safe around medicine and online safety.
This term children will be learning about race and racism. They will learn what these terms mean, why representation is important and how we can be actively anti-racist.
Computing
In Computing we will be learning how to be Programmers. We’ll be using Scratch Jr on the iPads to create a short animation based on our fun English texts. They will build on their understanding of an algorithm to program a short animation of a bus going on a journey. Children will use the ‘blocks’ to create their own algorithms.
This term, we are Technicians. Children will identify the different components of a computer, specifically identifying the input and outputs. They will use this information to design their own invention.
This term, we are Programmers. Children will have the opportunity to work out algorithms, write their own algorithms and debug any issues that arise.
RE
In R.E. we will spend this half term learning about Christianity and answering the big question ‘Is it possible to be kind to everyone all of the time?’ After studying stories of when Jesus showed kindness and spoke of kindness, children will give their opinion on whether they think a Christian should be kind. Then, they will generalise this to people of all faiths; can we all be kind all of the time?
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How important is it for Jewish people to do what God asks them to do? This term we’ll focus on what respect means and how Jews show respect to their God through different religious practices.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Does going to the Mosque give Muslims a sense of belonging? This term we’ll focus on what belonging means to different people and understand how religion can give people a sense of belonging.
English
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
In Literacy we will be focusing on three texts: Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems, Don’t Feed the Coos! by Jonathan Stutzman and finally, You Can’t Take an Elephant on a Bus by Patricia Cleveland-Peck. In our English lessons, we will have a weekly ‘Big Write’. Our lessons during the week will focus on the skills needed to write this piece successfully. From a persuasive letter convincing the public NOT to let a pigeon take the wheel, to an informative ‘how-to’ guide on how-to look after these pesky creatures, these pieces of work will be fun, engaging and give children an opportunity to develop key skills. Every day will begin with a Phonics lesson where we will begin by recapping the set 1 sounds (s, d, e, etc.). Children will be sent home with a Read, Write, Inc. book to help them develop their reading. Please note that the children should be able to read these phonics books with confidence and little help with decoding. Children will have another, more challenging book, which may not be at their phonics level and is intended for shared reading with an adult. Please read with your child every night and record this in the reading record book.
Maths
In Maths we will start the year with an in depth unit on place value. After recapping numbers to 20, we will move on to numbers to 100. By using concrete resources (e.g. counters and base 10) children will develop a deep understanding of these numbers and how to represent them. After partitioning (78=70+8 or 78=60+18), we will place numbers on a number line - this can be a tricky skill to master! The term will end with an important unit on number bonds. It is important for children to know their number bonds to 10 and 100. Extra practice at home would be very helpful!
First up is finishing our term on shape. After looking at lines of symmetry, we’ll focus on 3D shapes, counting the faces, edges and vertices. Our next unit will be money, where after counting pence and pounds, we’ll compare amounts and calculate with money (e.g. making a pound and finding change). Feel free to support at home by letting your child count different combinations of coins and notes. Our final unit this term will be the start of multiplication. We’ll just be introducing it this term by looking at equal groups and arrays.
We’ll start the term by finishing our unit on measurement (volume and capacity). Then, we’ll move onto a unit on fractions. We’ll investigate halves, quarters and thirds before recognising some equivalences. Finally, we’ll begin a unit on telling the time. This can be a challenging concept for some children so practising at home would be beneficial! In year 2, children are expected to read o’clock, half past, quarter past and quarter to.
Science
Our topic for Science this term is ‘Living Things and their Habitats’. Our big question is ‘Habitats and microhabitats; what are the similarities and differences?’ To answer this question, children will draw upon their learning from year 1 to identify that most living things live in habitats that are suited to their needs. They will identify and name not only animals but also plants in their habitats and the microhabitats within these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How does a tadpole change over time? We’ll begin by identifying the offspring of different animals before looking at the life cycles of different animals. Understanding what metamorphosis is and which animals undergo it should be exciting for the children.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What activities make our hearts beat faster? Children will be developing an investigation to determine which activities raise their heart rate.
Geography / History
The Geography question we’ll be tackling this term is ‘What makes up the United Kingdom?’ After establishing the four countries within the U.K., students will find their capital cities and surrounding areas. By using compass directions and maps, children will develop a firm understanding of the four countries and their geographical characteristics.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Should we call Grace O’Malley a pirate? We’ll spend some time developing our chronological awareness by building timelines before looking at some of the key events of Grace’s life and the consequences of these.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is What do Amelia Earhart, Walter Tull and Mary Seacole have in common? We’ll study each significant individual separately before comparing their achievements.
Art
This term we are going to be looking at painting and collage, recreating a London landmark with a focus on mixing secondary colours.
This term we are going to be using clay to sculpt our own compasses. Taking inspiration from Grace O’Malley’s adventures, we’ll learn how to roll a slab and coil, using cross-hatching to join the clay.
This term we are going to design and make prints. After studying our key artists, children will create a print using etching into a polystyrene block.
Music
In Music, we will be learning a range of songs and practising using our voice expressively and creatively. After listening to a range of high-quality music, we will experiment with and create our own sounds.
Children will learn to sing the song ‘Once a Man Fell in a Well’ and play it using tuned percussion, adding sound effects, experimenting with timbre and dynamics and using letter notation to write a melody.
Children will be composing a soundtrack inspired by the British seaside. They will layer instrumental and vocal patterns, choosing the appropriate dynamics, timbre and tempo to create a pleasing piece..
PE
In P.E. children will be learning fundamental games and ball skills (using their feet). Teamwork and cooperation will be a focus of these sessions as well. PE will be on Monday and Tuesday. Please ensure your child comes to school intheir PE kit on those days.
In PE lessons this term, children will be taking part in gymnastic lessons. Flexibility and balance will be a big focus as children manoeuvre different equipment.
In PE lessons this term, children will be learning two sports, hockey and tennis.
PSHE / Wellbeing
In PSHE we will be answering the big question ‘What is Mental Health?’ This is obviously an important unit of work, where children will learn about emotions, the different aspects of health and how to make positive choices and develop strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How can we protect ourselves from harm? This will cover democracy, identifying and evaluating risks, keeping safe around medicine and online safety.
This term children will be learning about race and racism. They will learn what these terms mean, why representation is important and how we can be actively anti-racist.
Computing
In Computing we will be learning how to be Programmers. We’ll be using Scratch Jr on the iPads to create a short animation based on our fun English texts. They will build on their understanding of an algorithm to program a short animation of a bus going on a journey. Children will use the ‘blocks’ to create their own algorithms.
This term, we are Technicians. Children will identify the different components of a computer, specifically identifying the input and outputs. They will use this information to design their own invention.
This term, we are Programmers. Children will have the opportunity to work out algorithms, write their own algorithms and debug any issues that arise.
RE
In R.E. we will spend this half term learning about Christianity and answering the big question ‘Is it possible to be kind to everyone all of the time?’ After studying stories of when Jesus showed kindness and spoke of kindness, children will give their opinion on whether they think a Christian should be kind. Then, they will generalise this to people of all faiths; can we all be kind all of the time?
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is How important is it for Jewish people to do what God asks them to do? This term we’ll focus on what respect means and how Jews show respect to their God through different religious practices.
Our ‘Big Question’ this term is Does going to the Mosque give Muslims a sense of belonging? This term we’ll focus on what belonging means to different people and understand how religion can give people a sense of belonging.
Welcome to
Denise Lewis Class
In Year 2, we are Denise Lewis Class! At the start of every year, classes vote for who they would like their class to be named after. We vote for role models who demonstrate our values of respect, resilience, happiness, excellence, pioneering and courage. Denise Lewis is a sports presenter, sports administrator and former track and field athlete, who specialised in the heptathlon.
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