Class 2
Friday 17th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I can’t believe that it is the last day of Class 2 - Well done to each and every one of you! You’ve made it! I know it wasn’t the year we had planned, and at times it has been difficult, but I am so proud of you all and you should be proud of yourself for all you have achieved this year!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: Valiant
Online Activities / Live Lessons
Morning Activities
As it is the last day, I have provided a selection of activities that you may like to choose from!
A-Z of Class 2
Use the attached worksheet to create an A-Z of Class 2. Think about all the things you have learnt and the memories you have that remind you of your time in Class 3. Can you think of something for every letter of the alphabet?
Or
Class Portrait
Because we didn’t get to have a class photograph this year, why not try and make one. Draw or paint a picture of all of your friends together! Don’t forget to send me a picture on Showbie!
Or
End of Year Quiz
Have a go at completing ‘The End of Year Picture Quiz’! Take a look at the close up of the objects… can you guess what they are?
Or
Class Party
If we were at school together, we would usually have an end of year party in our classroom! Create your own party at home by putting on some music and dancing to celebrate all of your achievements! You could even send me a picture of yourself dancing!
Or
Thank You Card
Create a thank you card for someone at home to thank them for helping you with all of your home learning throughout this tricky time!
Or
Miss Self’s Kite
If you didn’t start it yesterday, have a go at filling in and decorating your kite that Miss Self gave you yesterday, ready for your move-up Zoom on Monday!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
For your Maths challenge today, you make like to choose your own Number of the Day! It will be your last one in Year 2… Try to make it a good one!
Remember to use –
- A Bar model
- A Part Whole model
- Commutative number sentences – fact families
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Computing Mini Missions
These quick, easy to do activities provide fun ideas to get children practising their computational thinking skills without the need for screen time!
Pattern
Spotting and using similarities
Choose from the activities below and remember to send me pictures/videos of your work on Showbie or via email.
Resource attached below
Interactive Learning Game
Follow this link to learn all about patterns, logic and debugging through a series of sporting themed activities! https://barefootgames.org/colourful-kits?ref=https://www.barefootcomputing.org/
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 17th July 2020
Thursday 16th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was so amazing to see you all yesterday! I hope that you enjoyed it as much as I did! I was blown away by your generosity and I can’t thank you enough all of your kind wishes.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: fondness
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Write a recount about your morning at school yesterday seeing all of your friends.
Remember to:
- Write in past tense
- Use time adverbials – first, next, after that, finally…
- Describe how you felt
- Use conjunctions to explain or extend your sentences – but, because, and, so
Or
Have a go at filling in and decorating your kite that Miss Self gave you yesterday, ready for your move-up Zoom on Monday!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link to head to today’s Maths lesson from White Rose. Today’s focus is all comparing durations of time.
Watch the video and then complete the sheet attached sheet. I have also uploaded it to Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Computing Mini Missions
These quick, easy to do activities provide fun ideas to get children practising their computational thinking skills without the need for screen time!
Decomposition
Breaking down into parts
Choose from the activities below and remember to send me pictures/videos of your work on Showbie or via email.
Resource attached below
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 16th July 2020
Wednesday 15th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Today’s the day that we all get to see each other again @9am! I can’t wait and I know Miss Self is also looking forward to meeting you all and spending some time with you too! All you need to bring with you today is a plastic bag to take all of your books home and a snack, if you feel like you will need one! Remember to wear your school uniform and some comfortable shoes!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: exuberance
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Have a go at completing the spelling and grammar sheet that I have uploaded to Showbie!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link to head to today’s Maths lesson from White Rose. Today’s focus is all about finding durations of time.
Watch the video and then complete the sheet attached sheet. I have also uploaded it to Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Computing Mini Missions
These quick, easy to do activities provide fun ideas to get children practising their computational thinking skills without the need for screen time!
Evaluation
Making judgements
Choose from the activities below and remember to send me pictures/videos of your work on Showbie or via email.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 15th July 2020
Tuesday 14th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Your favourite memories really made me smile yesterday! Thank you for sending me them!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: spritzing
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today have a go at filling in the All About Me bubble sheet that I have uploaded to Showbie. You could write some short sentences and draw some pictures too.
Or
Write Miss Self a letter to tell her all about yourself. You could tell her your likes and dislikes, your favourite subjects or even what your favourite animal is!
I will pass on all work to Miss Self, who is also looking forward to spending some time with you on Wednesday!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link to head to today’s Maths lesson from White Rose. Today’s focus is all about hours and days.
Watch the video and then complete the sheet attached sheet. I have also uploaded it to Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Computing Mini Missions
These quick, easy to do activities provide fun ideas to get children practising their computational thinking skills without the need for screen time!
Abstraction
Removing unnecessary detail
Choose from the activities below and remember to send me pictures/videos of your work on Showbie or via email.
Resource attached below
Interactive Learning Game
Follow this link to help Ranger Jack use the powers of abstraction to save his struggling zoo! https://barefootgames.org/barefoot-zoo?ref=https://www.barefootcomputing.org/
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 14th July 2020
Monday 13th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Can you believe that this is the last week of Class 2? Even though it is sad, I know you are excited to start your new adventure in Class 3!
I hope you all have a great last week, don’t forget to keep sending me your fantastic work via Showbie. I am looking forward to seeing you all on Wednesday!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: opulent
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Let’s create a book of memories today! Have a think of what your favourite memory is of year 2 and write some sentences to tell your friends about it!
Or
You could even write about what your favourite thing to do is at school and what you have missed since being at home.
You could even draw a lovely picture to go with it. Then send it to me on Showbie!
Here are some ideas to start you off –
- Walford’s got Talent
- Yoga
- Creating planes in Science
- Spending time with your friends
- Author visits
- Zoom fun
- Zoo lab
- Christmas party day
- Santa Safari
I have uploaded a template that you might like to use.
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link to head to today’s Maths lesson from White Rose. Today’s focus is on telling the time to 5 minutes. Watch the video and then complete the sheet attached sheet. I have also uploaded it to Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Computing Mini Missions
These quick, easy to do activities provide fun ideas to get children practising their computational thinking skills without the need for screen time!
Algorithms
Making steps and rules
Choose from the activities below and remember to send me pictures/videos of your work on Showbie or via email.
Interactive Learning Game
There’s a goat in the pigpen! Follow this link to help Barefoot Farm sort out the mess!
https://barefootgames.org/sorting?ref=https://www.barefootcomputing.org/
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 13th July 2020
Friday 10th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I can’t believe that it is Fabulous Friday already and we are approaching our last week of Year 2! I am looking forward to seeing you all next Wednesday!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 260
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
It’s Fabulous Friday, so that means it’s time for this week’s BBC Bite Size Book Club! This week’s book is ‘Pippi Longstocking’ by Astrid Lundgren. Read or watch both extracts carefully and then have a go at activity 3.
Imagine that you are either Annika or Tommy and write a diary entry for one of them.
What would you write about? You can use the extracts to help you or use your imagination.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrwbp4j
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link to go to BBC Bite Size. Have a go at their Fabulous Friday challenges – I have also uploaded them to Showbie!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zqpvhcw
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Wild Art 2020
The RSPB are once again teaming up with the Cameron Bespolka Trust to bring you Wild Art 2020, and this year it’s even bigger! They are on the lookout for talented young artists to enter their exciting competition.
Your task is to create a piece of art inspired by nature – let your imagination run wild! There are two categories to choose from this year:
- Real Life:entries using the more traditional approach of paints, pastels, acrylics, pens or pencil.
- Go Wild:for those of you who want to ‘go wild’ in every sense of the word. To enter this category, experiment with textiles, sculpture, recycled and eco-friendly materials, collages – anything goes!
You can follow the link to the website to see some of last year’s winning entries: https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/rspb-kids-competitions/wild-art/?channel=paidsearch&gclid=CjwKCAjwi_b3BRAGEiwAemPNU0MMSdcGaiBsMQKqmzBUdDtmCxdUtvdCyFmkKL0bNQxlRTCKX6du5BoCgI8QAvD_BwE
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 10th July 2020
Thursday 9th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was great to catch up with some of you on Zoom yesterday and to hear that so many of you enjoyed yesterday’s music activities! Well done!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 210
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson all about alliteration!
Read the information to refresh your memory and then watch the video to find out more!
Then choose from activity 1, 2 or 3! I have attached these and uploaded them to Showbie for you to choose from!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z2pp7yc
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s home learning focus is on telling the time to quarter to and quarter past! Click on the link to head to the BBC Bite Size page; remember to read the information before trying the independent activity that I have uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zn9k3j6
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Sun Safety
The attached Sun Ready presentation will help you to learn more about keeping safe in the sun. Choose from the following activities:
Quiz
At the end of the presentation, you will find a short quiz. Have fun testing your knowledge of sun safety!
Sun Safety Poster (KS1 & KS2)
Create a poster encouraging people to stay safe in the sun.
Use the attached planning sheet and think about including the following:
- Why is it important to stay safe in the sun?
- Which of the sun cream options are better?
- Can you name the Five Top Tips for Sun Safety?
Remember to send me your completed posters on Showbie or via email.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 9th July 2020
Wednesday 8th July 2020
Zoom Day @10am!
Good morning, Class 2!
Today is Zoom day! Due to events in school, we have changed this week’s Zoom to 10am! I hope you can all still make it!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 175
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson and head straight down to activity 3. Today we are going to create a guide about how to be a good friend. Have a think about what you would include.
Remember…
- Include a title ‘How to be a great friend’.
- Make sure you use capital letters and correct punctuation.
- Include joining words in each of your sentences, e.g. because, but, and, so…
- You could also draw some pictures of your friends and write what you think would make them happy.
- If you want to challenge yourself, you could try to use a range of sentence types – questions, exclamations, commands and statements!
I have attached some leaflet templates to support you, if you would like to use them!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/ztk4ydm
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s home learning focus is on telling the time to o’clock and half past! Click on the link to head to the BBC Bite Size page; remember to read the information and look at the clocks before trying the independent activities that I have uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zs6tjsg
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Mrs West has sent us some great music activities for this afternoon! Have fun listen, singing and creating your own beat!
Body Percussion: Get your brain and body working together with this routine to the song ‘This Old Man’:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYSQ983meXI
Singing: Set sail on the ‘Salty Breeze’ with these wild and noisy Pirates. Some of you will know this song and if you do, it’s probably one of your favourites!
Lyrics: https://www.singup.org/song-bank/lyrics/view/8-pirates/type/main/
Backing: https://www.singup.org/singupathome/songs-for-learning/4-7
Listening: Listen to The Medallion Calls, the brilliant descriptive music from the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ film:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TTUBMTInVE
Listen again. Can you write these sounds in the order they happen in the music:
Bells Snare drum rhythm Trumpet solo
Low sounds and dynamics fading away
Main melody played by brass and strings Spiky string melody
Slow string melody with long notes Double bass rhythm
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 8th July 2020
Tuesday 7th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
What a lovely start to a new week! Thank you for all of your super posters for the #Loveyourforest competition.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 150
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson. Today’s focus is on describing words. Recap you knowledge on adjectives and then have a go at completing the activities.
Activity 1: Let’s name everything!
- Choose a room in your home and see if you can write a list of five things that you can find in the room.
- The choose another room and do the same.
- Keep going until you have three lists.
- If you would like to, you could organise your naming words in a table.
- Write a describing word before each item.
Activity 2: Writing sentences of what we found
- We can make our sentences ore interesting if we use description.
- Look back at your lists from activity one and choose ten items.
- Write a sentence for each of the ten items using at least 2 describing words.
Here is an example: My favourite picture book is on the dusty, old shelf.
Activity 3: Describing a cat walk
Watch the video and then have a go at the activity.
Did you notice all of the places where this cool, sleek cat went?
- Write some sentences to describe what the cat did and where he/she went.
- Remember to use as many describing words as you can.
- Use words like first, next, then and after that to show the order that events happened in.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zshm8hv
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s home learning focus is on how to read temperatures from a thermometer.
Read the information give and watch the online videos to learn how to read a thermometer and to make comparisons. When you have done this, have a go at the attached sheets or head to Showbie to edit the uploaded sheets.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfvfxbk
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
#PinYourThanks
We know that lots of our families would like to say thank you to others who have helped over the last few months. From the postman who delivered cards that cheered us up, to a neighbour who has done some shopping, to a doctor or nurse, a friend who called for a chat etc.
PinYourThanks are inviting you to enter a competition to design a pin badge to say thank you to someone who has helped you (or your wider family) over the last few months.
The winning entry will be turned into a real pin badge and sold, alongside other badges designed by national treasures including Ringo Starr and Joe Lycett. Every pin badge sold raises money for NHS Charities Together and Volunteering Matters.
Use the attached template to design your badge.
Send me your completed designs on Showbie or via email by Friday, 10th July 2020 so that I can enter them for you!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 7th July 2020
Monday 6th July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you have all had a lovely weekend and you are ready for a new week of home learning.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 117
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson. Today’s focus is on verbs.
Read through the examples and have a go at the activities about using verbs in the past and present tense.
Activity 1: Writing homophone action words
Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings. To practise them, have a go at playing Small Town Superheroes. Go to the ‘Steve’ section and play the ‘Homophones’ mini game.
Once you have played the game, try the following:
- Think of ten homophones. At least four of them should be action words.
- Cut some paper into small pieces and write a homophone on each side. For example, write and right.
- Show one side to somebody at home and see if they can guess how the other homophone is spelt.
Here are some words to get you started: Write, buy, sun, be, to.
Activity 2: Writing some action words.
See if you can write an alphabet of action words.
- Create a list of all of the letters of the alphabet.
- Next to each letter, write one action words that begins with that letter.
- Include the past, present and future tense of each word.
Here are some to start you off:
A - acted - acting - will act
B - bounced - bouncing - will bounce
C - crawled - crawling - will crawl
Once you've finished, you could draw some illustrations next to some of your words.
Activity 3: Let’s describe dancing.
Watch the short video called ‘The Grasshopper Song’.
Did you notice how all the grasshoppers, bees, spiders, centipedes and other minibeasts were all dancing?
Think about some of the words that were used to describe how they danced.
- Write sixe sentences describing a dance the minibeasts could do.
- Make sure you include verbs such as: point, spread, lift, shake, jump or spring to start your sentences.
- Try to include a range of tenses in your sentences.
Here are two examples to start you off:
- The grasshoppers were dancing by jumping all over the green, crunchy leaves.
- The spider crawled over the leaf with a spring in its step.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zt9gn9q
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to continue our learning on measuring and estimating. Click on the link to head to the BBC Bite Size page where you can learn about measuring in litres. Watch the video and read through the examples, then have a go at the uploaded activity sheet!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zsjdg7h
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Forest of Dean Forestry England Competition
Your task is to design a poster encouraging people to keep our forest clean. You should explain why littering is bad for the forest and why you #LoveYourForest
When designing your poster, remember the following:
- Use A4 white paper
- Use colourful pictures to grab attention
- Include words, or even a poem
- Do not attach craft materials
The winning design will be used around Forestry England sites to help spread the message.
I look forward to seeing your completed posters. Please send them to me on Showbie or via email by Thursday, 9th July 2020 so that I can enter them for you!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 6th July 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I can’t believe it is Fabulous Friday already! What a great week of sport we have had! I hope you have enjoyed it!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: inferno
Use a dictionary to find out what this word means.
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
It’s Friday which means it’s the BBC Bite Size book club! Today’s book is George’s Marvellous Medicine. Click on the link to listen to and read extracts from the book, then have a go at Activity 3.
- Read or watch Extract 1 again and focus on the paragraph beginning with:
Soon the marvellous mixture began to froth and foam.
The author, Roald Dahl, uses a lot of descriptive language to describe the mixture.
- Imagine that you have made a mixture and write a short paragraph to describe your own marvellous medicine mixture.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfqsm39
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Have a go at this week’s BBC Bite Size challenges by clicking on the link below, or heading to Showbie!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z9yfxbk
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Play this game of Connect 4, I wonder how many you will complete!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 3rd July 2020
Thursday 2nd July 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
What a fantastic day of learning we had yesterday! I was blown away by your estimating in Maths, your writing and fact files in English and your super sporty afternoon tasks! It looked like you all had lots of fun!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: ignite
Use a dictionary to find out what this word means.
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today’s English lesson’s focus is all about placing letters into alphabetical order! Watch the short video to refresh your knowledge on alphabetical order and then have a go at helping Marty to order the boxes.
Then as a warm up, have a go at ordering the words in either activity 2 or activity 3!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zsv6wnb
When you have finished, you might like to challenge yourself to create your own A-Z of sports! I have attached a sheet to help you with this.
Amazing Fact
The sport of Jai-Alai is commonly believed to be the fastest sport in the world – the ball can travel at speeds of up to 190mph.
Try to think of a sport or sports person for each letter of the alphabet. You could use The Internet or Non-Fiction books to research lesser-known sports.
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Yesterday everyone carried out some amazing investigations. I really enjoyed seeing the photos of you estimating and carefully pouring the water into different sized containers.
Today we are going to look at measuring in millilitres (ml). Click on the link below to head to the BBC Bite Size website.
Activity 1: Can you be a measurement detective?
With the help of someone at home, look around your home for objects which hold up to 1liter e.g. a drinks bottle. I wonder how many you can find?
Can you find a container that holds 500ml?
Can you find a container that holds exactly 1l?
Which container holds the most/least?
I have then uploaded activity 2 and 3 onto Showbie for you to complete!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zmn6wnb
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
First, have a go at today’s Stride Active daily challenge. The theme today is … cricket!
Let me know how you get on by sending me a picture or a video! You might even like to have a go at adding up your score!
As you try new sports and physical activities, think about the equipment you use. How does it help you to play? How does it help you to improve?
Today’s challenge is to design a new piece of sporting equipment so you can think about what small changes help you to achieve your personal best.
Choose a sport that uses some equipment. You may choose one you play already, or you can find out about a new sport.
Think about the equipment:
How is it used? What size is it? What shape is it? Is the colour important? What materials is it made from?
Now think of how you could make small changes to improve the equipment so that it:
Make your new equipment and try it out!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 2nd July 2020
Wednesday 1st July 2020
Zoom Day!
Good morning, Class 2!
It's Wednesday, which means it's our Zoom Day at 2pm! I will send you the code to access our meeting via the Zoom folder on Showbie later on today! Maybe you could have a think of a quick exercise or a stretch that we could all do to celebrate our sports week!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: promptly
Use a dictionary to find out what this word means.
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Head to BBC Bite Size for todays, English lesson. Today’s lesson is handwriting and exclamation marks.
Activity 2:
- Watch the Goldilocks and the Three Bears video.
- Choose a character who you would like to write as; you could choose one of the bears, Goldilocks or the judge.
- Write five sentences that you would say in court to explain what happened from your point of view.
- Include exclamation marks in at least three of your sentences.
Here is an example: I went upstairs and I couldn't believe it. Somebody was sleeping in my bed!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8cn2v4
or
Choose your favourite Olympian and find our as much as you can about them. Create a fact file / poster / presentation all about them.
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to thinking about volume and capacity. You will be thinking about how to measure the capacity of different objects and compare their volume. We will also be estimating volume too!
Click on the link below, and head to the BBC Bite Size websit, where you can watch todays video.
For today’s activities, you are going to need a selection of different sized cups from your kitchen and a big container e.g. a bottle, a jug or a bowl!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zm4bp4j
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Home Sports Day
We are very sad that we cannot spend the day celebrating Sports Day with you all, so instead, spend the afternoon enjoying some traditional Sports Day Fun (most can be adapted for outdoors or indoors):
· Hit the Spot
· Dodge Buster
· Stepping Stones
· On Track
· Shape Shifter
Set up some mini races in the garden with your family.
Can you design a new race?
Read the Home Sports Day activity guide for more information!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 1st July 2020
Tuesday 30th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
What a great start to our new week of home learning! Your enthusiasm towards this week’s new topic is great to see!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: sophisticated
Use a dictionary to find out what this word means.
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson. Today we will be creating our own counting poem. Read the information to find all about the features of poetry, then have a look at the counting poem from Oxford Owl. I have attached this and uploaded it to Showbie to help inspire you!
Activity 1: Imagine you are a teacher and you are teaching someone how to write an exciting sentence. Start by thinking about three things that you should always do when writing a sentence, you could write these down, or just tell someone at home. Then think of two more tips explaining what you think makes a sentence sound exciting, e.g. using adjectives to add description.
Activity 2: Take a look at the incomplete poem and see if you can add in words to complete it! I have also attached this and uploaded it to Showbie.
Activity 3: Now have a go at writing your own poem that counts up to, or backwards from ten! It could be about absolutely anything and can be as silly as you like.
Remember –
- It doesn’t have to rhyme, but it can if you want.
- You should start each sentence with a number.
- Remember to make sure you’re using capital letters and punctuation correctly.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdbtjsg
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to be learning how to measure the mass of different objects in kilograms. Click onto the link below to head to BBC Bite Size where you can find out about what kilograms. Read the information carefully and then have a go at the independent tasks!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z3qk3j6
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Begin your afternoon by getting active and having a go at today’s Stride Active Challenge. The theme is… Athletics.
Let me know how you get on! You might like to even send me a picture or a video of you completing the challenge!
The 2020 Olympics were due to take place in Tokyo in Japan, but they have been postponed until 2021.
Enjoy taking part in some traditional Japanese sport activities this afternoon.
Warm-up by taking part in Radio Taiso workout from the Japan Society. Radio Taiso is an exercise routine first broadcast in 1928 and is still very popular today.
https://www.getset.co.uk/resources/active-assemblies/radio-taiso
Can you create your own Radio Taiso routine and film your routines for the rest of to have a go at?
Complete the Tokyo Ten: Random Routines.
https://www.getset.co.uk/resources/travel-to-tokyo/randomroutines
Can you use the video to learn how to say how to say the numbers 1 – 5 in Japanese? Show us what you have learnt by creating a poster or even a film to teacher others.
Try a traditional Japanese playground game – Kendama. Use the activity guide attached to find out how to use and make your own Kendama set.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 30th June 2020
Monday 29th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you have all had a lovely weekend and you are ready for a new week of home learning.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: solitude
- Use a dictionary to find out what this word means.
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to go to today’s BBC Bite Size English lesson. Today’s focus is on spellings and questions. Start the lesson by playing Small Town Superheroes and heading to the ‘Ena’ section and play the ‘Parts of words’ mini game. The watch the short video on questions.
Activity 1: Take a piece of paper and create eight sections. Think of eight words that featured in the Small Town Superheroes game and write one word in each of the eight sections. Using your word selection, can you write a question that contains each of the words? Don’t forget to use correct punctuation.
Activity 2: Writing silly questions
Start off by creating a list of different words that can be used to start a question. Try to think of at least ten different words e.g. who, can, could, where…
Once you’ve listed your words, try creating a sentence with each of them. Your sentences can be as silly as you like e.g. Can you close the chair? Could you sit on the door?
Activity 3: Writing questions to a particular person
If you could ask eight people a special question, who would you pick and what would you ask them? Create a gird like the one below and write a list of names, followed by the question that you would like to ask them.
You could pick people you know, or choose some people who you admire, like a famous author, sports star or even your favourite superhero. Don’t forget your question marks!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zg2cf82
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to be recapping our learning on measuring mass in grams. Click on the link to go to the BBC Bite Size website, where you can read about measuring. Once you have had a go at reading the information, have a go at completing activity 1 and 2. You can find these on the Class page or uploaded on Showbie!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zcdrsk7
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
This week is a sports themed week. Begin your afternoon with today’s Stride Active daily challenge. The theme is… Tennis.
Count your hit-ups and let me know how many you achieved! You could even send me a short video or a photo.
Watch the video to find out about the Olympic Torch Relay:
https://www.getset.co.uk/resources/olympic-torch-relay
After you have completed your Stride Active, you might like to have a go at one of these activities:
1. Make your own Olympic Torch – how creative can you be?
2. Make your own Olympic medals – use clay, play dough, salt dough, bake a cake, biscuit or cookie – we can’t wait to see your creation! Alternatively, use the template attached.
3. Design your own Olympic Mascot (attached).
4. Create your own quiz all about the Olympic Torch Relay to share with the rest of us.
5. Use the information (attached) to find out about the Olympic Rings. Design your own set of Olympic Rings – what would each one stand for?
Do not forget to send some pictures of any of the activities that you complete this afternoon. I am looking forward to seeing what you get up to for Day 1 of our sporting week!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 29th June 2020
Friday 26th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Wow, it’s Fabulous Friday again and what a week we have had of beautiful weather!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 220
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Because it’s Friday, it’s time for the weekly book club with BBC Bitesize.
Today’s book is Ella Bella Ballerina and A Midsummer Night’s Dream by James Mayhew.
Watch the two videos of Alex Jones reading extracts from the book.
Activity 1 - See if you can reorder the sequence.
Activity 2 - Listen to the extracts and read the text carefully. Can you answer the questions?
Activity 3 – Imagine you had 3 chances to use magic. How would you use them? Write some sentences to explain what you would do and why!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z6djr2p
or
Why not head to Oxford Owl to find an ebook to read, or read a book of your own at home! You could send a picture of you reading it in your favourite place!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s Fabulous Friday challenge is to have a go at completing the challenges about reading measurements! You can find them attached to email, on our Covid-19 Class page or uploaded onto Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
‘Arrival of the Bridegroom’ 1933
What do you notice about this picture? Why do you think those colours are used? What do you think about it and why?
Your challenge today is to take your pencil for a walk to create your own interpretation of this picture. Below is a link, which shows you how Klee created this picture. Remember, it’s your interpreation, so you can use different colour patterns.
https://artprojectsforkids.org/paul-klee-drawing/
Or
‘The Goldfish’ 1925
Look at the picture. What effect does the dark background have? There are lots of fish, how do you think the other fish feel about the goldfish? What makes the goldfish stand-out? What techniques you think Klee might have used to create the goldfish painting?
Read the following link with information about this picture http://www.artchive.com/1925/klee.html
If you have them you could use wax crayons or oil pastels to cover the whole page in a mix of bright colours, then cover the page with black oil pastel so there’s no colour seen. Using a paperclip that has been unravelled, scratch at the page to make a shape and the colour will be revealed. Remember to be safe when using this!
Or you could create a drawing with bright coloured wax crayon or oil pastels, where there are some white bits left. Using a black water colour, brush over the page to create the background – the oil should resist the paint and show up.
If you don’t have any of these, no problem, simply using colouring pencils, felt tips, paints, sharpies, whatever you have that can be used to create colour and away you go.
We have been creating different types of art using Klee’s styles. Pick your favourite piece and tell me why your prefer it? Which was the easiest to create and why? Which had the nicest effect and what made it so good?
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 26th June 2020
Thursday 25th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was so great to see so many of you on Zoom yesterday and to hear all about your water fights, barbeques and fun adventures in your paddling pool!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 146
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Head to BBC Bite Size for today’s lesson by clicking on the link below.
You might like to have a go at activity 3! Watch Cressida Cowell draw a character called Johnny Tomlinson. Then write a description of what he looks like.
Use Cowell’s sketch as a starting point but then use your own imagination to add other features to the character!
You could draw a finished sketch of what you Imagine Johnny to look like!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8q3hcw
or
Have a go at creating your own character, it could be a character from your short story that you wrote yesterday, or it could be a completely new character.
Think about what they might look like, if they have any distinguishing features, such as a scar, pink hair or a glass eye!
If you need some inspiration, you might like to have a look at an extract I have attached from The Twits!
Mr Twit
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s BBC Bite Size lesson is about comparing the mass of different objects.
Watch the videos and then have a go at completing the tasks using the greater than and less than symbols.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zpgtjsg
or
If you are up for a challenge, today’s maths learning on The National Oak Academy, is all about comparing millilitres and litres using fractions!
Follow the link below to access a video of today’s lesson:
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-compare-mililitres-and-litres-using-fractions
Begin with the ‘Introductory Quiz’ and then follow the on-screen instructions and complete the small tasks as you go along. Once you reach the main activity, click on the ‘Next Activity’ button which will take you to some short questions that you can have a go at.
You could record your answers using a pen and paper and then send me a picture on Showbie!
You may choose to return to the video when you have answered the questions in the main activity in order to go through the answers. Then, complete your learning with a short ‘Exit Quiz’.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
‘Castle and Sun’ 1928
Look at the picture. Can you tell what the painting is? What might it look like to you?
What shapes can you see in the painting? How might Klee create art like this?
Klee used shapes to create the image of the castle and the sun.
Create your own picture using the 2D shapes that you know. You could draw them and colour them or cut them out from card. Think carefully about adding the sun into your picture somewhere.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 25th June 2020
Wednesday 24th June 2020
Zoom Day @2pm
Good morning, Class 2!
Wow, the weather is due to be really hot today, so take care if you are going outside!
If you would like to join me on Zoom this afternoon, I would love to see you! We are going to be meeting at 2pm and I will send you the meeting code in the Zoom folder on Showbie!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 160
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today is National Writing Day!
So why not have a go at the 24/7 writing challenge! Click on the link below to head to the BBC Bite size page where you can find out more about the challenge and begin to plan your ideas for your story!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zg7y6g8
Remember when you start writing:
- Your story should only be 24 words long.
- It should start with the words ‘One day’.
- It should be written in 7 minutes! So, set yourself a timer!
You might like to share you work with me by uploading it to Showbie, or you can post it on twitter and tag us in using @walfordschool. You could even use the hashtags #247challenge and #NationalWritingDay!
Good luck!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today’s BBC Bite Size lesson is about solving problems using height and length. Click on the link below to head to today’s lesson, then watch the videos and have a go at completing the attached sheets!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdfq4xs
or
Today’s maths learning on The National Oak Academy, is all about problem solving using litres. Remember that there are one thousand millilitres (1,000ml) in one litre (1l)!
Follow the link below to access a video of today’s lesson:
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-solve-word-problems-that-involve-litres
Begin with the ‘Introductory Quiz’ and then follow the on-screen instructions and complete the small tasks as you go along. Once you reach the main activity, click on the ‘Next Activity’ button which will take you to some short questions that you can have a go at.
You could record your answers using a pen and paper and then send me a picture on Showbie!
You may choose to return to the video when you have answered the questions in the main activity in order to go through the answers. Then, complete your learning with a short ‘Exit Quiz’.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
‘Cat and Bird’ 1928
Click on the link below to watch the Cat and Bird book that has been written based on the drawings of Paul Klee. What do you notice about the illustrations in particular? What shapes are used? What colours are used? Is there are moral to the story?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZoWLtsS-3s
Have a go at creating your own now cat and bird image! You could draw and then colour or paint it, or you could create one similar to the cut-out image below. Make sure the bird’s image is engraved in the cat’s memory, completely, forever.
https://www.slideshare.net/AliceFernndz/paul-klee-28367606?next_slideshow=1
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 24th June 2020
Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It looks like it is going to be another beautiful day again today! Remember to take some time to relax and enjoy the sunshine, maybe you could play a game, go for a walk or read a book outside in the shade!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 200
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to today’s BBC Bite Size lesson about reading comprehension. Click on the link to complete today’s activities. I have uploaded activity 2 to Showbie for you to have a go at!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zpfk3j6
or
Yesterday, lots of you enjoyed finding out about our artist for the week, Paul Klee. Use the template attached to create a fact file about his life!
I have uploaded the fact file information sheet from yesterday for you to read, or you could visit some of these links:
https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/paul-klee-1417/a-z-paul-klee
https://kids.kiddle.co/Paul_Klee
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
This week we are going to continue our recap on measurement. Click on the link to head to the BBC Bite Size website to watch the videos for today’s lesson. We have covered measurement before, but the aim of today is to help you build confidence when comparing lengths.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z9dp7yc
or
Lots of people really enjoyed the online learning with The National Academy yesterday, if you didn’t try it yesterday, you might like to give it a go today! Today is on measuring scales and thinking about capacity.
Follow the link below to access a video of today’s lesson:
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-estimate-and-measure-in-litres/activities/3
Begin with the ‘Introductory Quiz’ and then follow the on-screen instructions and complete the small tasks as you go along. Once you reach the main activity, click on the ‘Next Activity’ button which will take you to some short questions that you can have a go at.
You could record your answers using a pen and paper, or you could record the capacity of your containers by taking a photo or creating a book in book creator.
Are your containers greater than or less than a litre? How do you know? Can you work out how many ml less or more?
You may choose to return to the video when you have answered the questions in the main activity in order to go through the answers. Then, complete your learning with a short ‘Exit Quiz’.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Take the pencil for a walk! The ‘Senecio’ (1922) challenge!
Today we are going to learn how to create continuous line drawings. Click on the link to find out how!
If you want to learn how to do, click on the link to learn how!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPBl4hbotj4
Fancy a challenge? Time yourself to do a continuous line drawing of a face for 30 seconds only. Remember the one rule, you cannot take your pencil off the paper! You can go back over lines you have drawn or create new lines, but no lifting that pencil up!
How far did you get? Then have a go for 45 seconds, then a minute, and so on. Remember it is not about finishing it quickly but have all the detail. Then colour the picture using a similar ‘warm’ colours to the ones you can see in the picture.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Monday 22nd June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had a fantastic weekend and you are ready for another fantastic week of home learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
On Mondays and Wednesday, you can visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for an energising PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling ready for the day ahead…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or you might like to try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 105
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to today’s BBC Bite Size lesson about understanding what a verb is, spotting a verb in a sentence and using a range of verbs in your sentences. Remember to watch the videos and then have a go at the activities!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8d6wnb
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
This week we are going to recap and extend our knowledge on measurement. Today’s focus is on using cm and m as units of measurement.
Follow the link to BBC Bite Size, watch the videos and then try to complete the attached activities!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zcbwr2p
or
You might like to try something new this week with The National Oak Academy…
In today’s Maths lesson, you will be solving addition equations using different strategies.
Follow the link below to access a video of today’s lesson:
Today, you will only need a pencil and a piece of paper to complete your working out.
Begin with the ‘Introductory Quiz’ and then follow the on-screen instructions and complete the small tasks as you go along. Once you reach the main activity, click on the ‘Next Activity’ button which will take you to some short questions that you can have a go at.
You may choose to return to the video when you have answered the questions in the main activity in order to go through the answers. Then, complete your learning with a short ‘Exit Quiz’.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
This week we are going to be focusing on the artist Paul Klee. Read through the PowerPoint with someone at home. Find out all about his art, including his colour choices and the styles that he used.
Have a look at the Paul Klee photo pack. When looking at the artwork, try to answer some of these questions:
- What do you see when you look at this painting?
- How did he create this artwork?
- What kind of colours have been used?
- How would you describe these colours?
- What shapes can you see?
- What lines can you see?
- How does this artwork make you feel?
- Did you like it? Why?
Here are some links to more information about Paul Klee.
https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/paul-klee-1417/a-z-paul-klee
https://kids.kiddle.co/Paul_Klee
When you have finished, you might like to write a short paragraph about Paul Klee’s life and tell me which is your favourite piece of work he has created and why!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 22nd June 2020
Paul Klee Art
Friday 19th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It's Fabulous Friday and what a great week we have had learning about shapes and people who help us! A huge well done to you all for another fantastic week of home learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: extraordinary
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb? How do you know?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on this link to take you to the BBC Bite Size page. Today’s home learning focus is on using the book ‘Spike: The Hedgehog Who Lost His Prickles’. You will listen to the extract and learn how to summarise a character and how to write a prediction.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8q83j6
or
Why not spend some time reading a book at home? You could find a cosy place to do some quiet reading, write a prediction about what you think will happen next in your book or create a short book review to share with you friends!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today is Fabulous Friday, which means it’s time for BBC Bite Size and White Rose’s Friday challenges!
I have attached the tasks and I have also uploaded them to Showbie, or follow this link to view them on the website.
Don’t forget to prove how you know by showing your working out!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z338bqt
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Let’s say a big thank you to everyone who has helped our community!
You could make a thank you video to post on our Twitter page, create a thank you card or even paint a picture.
You could make your thank you message someone you know personally and send it to them, or you might like to make it for the NHS and send it by post or make it for your postman, parcel delivers or bin collectors and leave it outside for them to find when they come! I’m sure it will cheer them up and make them feel appreciated!
You might also like to have a look at the people who help us songs and rhymes! You could have a go at making up your own song or rhyme about people who help us.
Remember to send photos of your cards to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 19th June 2020
Thursday 18th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I loved seeing you all on Zoom yesterday. You are all so talented! We had musical instruments, fantastic art and craft, magic, dancing and even baking! A huge well done to you all!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: splendid
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb? How do you know?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on this link to take you to the BBC Bite Size page where you can learn about using adjectives to describe nouns and to create an advert! You could even record it as if it was on television!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zy8m8hv
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Everyone was so brilliant at sorting the shapes yesterday! Today is all about shape patterns. Remember that you can chose to follow the BBC Bite Size or White Rose Lesson!
Click on the link below to watch today’s White Rose lesson! Watch the video and then complete the attached sheet on shape patterns.
or
Follow the link to the BBC Bite Size website. Watch the videos and then have a go at completing their activities that I have attached and uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z338bqt
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Read the ‘Zoo Vet’ together with someone at home. Talk about the job of a vet. What do they do? How do they help the animals?
Choose a pet and create a guide on how to look after them. You could make your own leaflet, eBook in Book Creator, a presentation or you could complete the how to care for a pet sheet.
Remember to send photos of your book to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 18th June 2020
People Who Help Us - Fire Safety
Wednesday 17th June 2020
Zoom Day @ 2pm
Good morning, Class 2!
Thank you for all of your amazing posters and videos on fire safety yesterday! They were amazing.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: courageous
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb? How do you know?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on this link to take you to the BBC Bite Size page where you can learn about using long ladder letters and then write a postcard to your favourites sports person!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z7q6wnb
Or
have a go at creating an acrostic poem about someone in your community that you think is a hero.
Or
Why not try to create your own poem about a person who helps you in the community! I have uploaded some ideas to Showbie to help you. Why not challenge yourself to think of some rhyming words too!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Now that we are fantastic at the names and properties of both 2D and 3D shapes, today we will be thinking about different ways in which we can sort them. Choose to complete either the White Rose or BBC Bite Size lessons.
If you would like to continue your learning with White Rose, click on the link to watch the video and then complete the attached sheet.
or
Follow the link to the BBC Bite Size website. Watch the videos and then have a go at completing their activities that I have attached and uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdjtjsg
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Have a look at the ‘What does a paramedic do?’ presentation. Talk with someone at home about the job of a paramedic, nurse or doctor. What do they do? How do they help us? What equipment do they have?
Have a go at creating your own ambulance at home using recycled materials or by using the 3D ambulance template that I have attached!
Or
You could write a diary entry of a day in the life of a paramedic. Think about what it might be like to drive the huge ambulance, who you might help and the people that you might meet along the way! I have attached a writing border with lines if you would like to use it, or just use a pen and paper at home!
Remember to send me a photo of your ambulance via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 17th June 2020
Tuesday 16th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Wow, yesterday was another amazing day of home learning! I was so impressed with your shape work!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: persevere
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, a noun, a verb or an adverb? How do you know?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on this link to take you to the BBC Bite Size page where you can learn about using proper nouns and continue to practice using punctuation and conjunctions.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zt2x8hv
or
Continue our work on police officers by having a go at completing the attached reading comprehension!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link below to learn about the sides and vertices on a 3D shape. Watch the video and then complete the attached sheet from White Rose.
http https://vimeo.com/428007789
or
Follow the link to the BBC Bite Size website, to take part in today’s lesson on the properties of 3D shapes. Watch the videos and then have a go at completing their activities.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zp2tjsg
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
This afternoon, we are going to be learning about firefighters! First, have a look at the firefighter presentation. Talk with someone at home about the role of a fire safety officer. What do they do? How do they help us? What equipment do they have?
Click on the link to find out about fire safety in the home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYvM2GohHr8
Think carefully about the fire safety rules and what to do in an emergency. Have a go at making a fire safety poster, leaflet or video on how to stay safe. Be creative! How can we teach other people the fire safety messages?
Remember to send the photos and videos of your work to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 16th June 2020
Monday 15th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had an amazing weekend and you are looking forward to another week of home learning.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: desirable
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Is this word an adjective, noun, verb or an adverb? How do you know?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we will be looking at how to spot errors in writing and Purple Polish them. Click on the link to the BBC Bite Size website, where you can recap your knowledge on capital letters, punctuation and spotting marvellous mistakes!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z799ydm
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Click on the link below to learn about the sides and vertices on a 2D shape. Watch the video and then complete the attached sheet from White Rose.
or
Follow the link to the BBC Bite Size website, to take part in today’s lesson on the properties of 2D shapes. Watch the videos and then have a go at completing their activities.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zq6p7yc
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
This week for our creative afternoon tasks, we are going to learning about the people who help us in our community. Every day, we are going to be looking at a different job role and thinking carefully about what they do for us and the equipment that they have.
Today we are going to be thinking about police officers! Have a look at the police presentation. Talk with someone at home about the role of a police officer. What do they do? How do they help us? What equipment do they have?
If you were lost a police officer would be able to help you find your adult or home. Can you tell someone at home your address? Practice saying your home address and phone number. You might like to use the passport template to practice writing your details or you could have a go at making your own!
There is also a police car craft and police car weaving activity you might like to try!
Remember to upload your photos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 15th June 2020
Friday 12th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It’s fabulous Friday! I wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone for another amazing week of home learning. I have really enjoyed seeing your pictures, videos and animations!
If you haven’t already, take a look at all of the fantastic examples of work that I have uploaded to Twitter (@WalfordSchool). Remember to ask an adult to help you.
Remember to 'like' anything that makes you smile by pressing the 
button.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 110
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link below to go to today’s BBC Bite Size activity. Today is all about the book ‘The Night Box’ by Louise Greig. You can listen to extracts of the stories being read and you can complete the online activities. You will need a pen and paper!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zj6qmfr
Or
Have a go at completing the SPaG mat that I have uploaded to Showbie!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bite Size where you can learn about position and direction. Watch the video and then have a go at the quiz! I have attached both activities and I also uploaded the activities to Showbie for you to work through, however, these activities to not need to printed, you can just download them and discuss the answer with an adult at home!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zsvgn9q
Or
Have a go at completing the Twinkl Position and direction challenges from Twinkl.
Or
If you have the Beebot app (free to download here: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bee-bot/id500131639) Have a go at entering directions on it.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Choose your own Super Movers!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Choose a music activity…
You could listen to the ‘Under the Sea’ song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC_mV1IpjWA
Create your own dance to the song – think carefully about how the creatures under the sea might move!
Or… You could also make up your own under the sea or ocean themed song. Here is the example from earlier in the week: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6BE4VcYngQ
Or… Sing along to this action song! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3iJjUKWrkk There are even some fun facts in this song.
Have a fun afternoon! Create a short clip of your dancing or singing and send it to us on Showbie!
Remember to send some videos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #WorldOceanDay. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 12th June 2020
Thursday 11th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was so great to see so may
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 74
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
If you didn’t choose to create a recycling poster yesterday, follow the link to today’s BBC Bite Size lesson, which is all about using different sentence types and creating an information poster.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z7b3trd
Or
Write a short story about a small fish who has been caught in litter. You might like to think about:
- Where he lives
- What has happened to him
- Where will he go to find help and who will help him
- How he might spread the word about recycling so that he can help the other animals that live in the sea.
I have attached a writing sheet for you to use or just use some paper that you have at home!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bite Size where you can watch 2 videos about finding a quarter of a shape or an amount. Then have a go at their practical activities. I have attached these to help you!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfx6dp3
Or
Have a go at the Twinkl mastery challenges, which are also about finding quarters of an amount or shape!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Choose your own Super Movers!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-collection/zbr4scw
Creative Afternoon
Watch this story about the water cycle ‘H2O a little drop’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3OnMZt7RpM
Create your own version of the water cycle. You could make a mini book, create a presentation, make each step of the water cycle out of something you can find at home, record a video clip or make a simple animation.
I can animate! Lite is free and available here on the Apple store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/i-can-animate-lite/id950631539
It is also available on the Google Play store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.kudlian.icananimate2&hl=en_GB
Be creative, we can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Remember to send some videos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #WorldOceanDay. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 11th June 2020
Wednesday 10th June 2020
Zoom Day
Good morning, Class 2!
Yesterday was another great day at home learning! Thank you for all of your videos about sea creatures, they were fantastic!
Don’t forget that today is Zoom Day! I am looking forward to seeing you all at 2pm!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 32
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Choose an activity to complete from the list below!
To carry on our theme of recycling, I have uploaded a reading comprehension for you to complete.
Or
You might like to create a poster about recycling, thinking about the things that we learnt yesterday.
Or
You can follow the link to today’s BBC Bite Size lesson on using commas and handwriting. If you have a printer at home, I have attached the handwriting sheet, but if you don’t, have a look at the words and write them out using your neatest joins onto a piece of paper at home!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrqdbqt
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bite Size where you can watch 2 videos about finding half of a shape or an amount. Then have a go at the practical activities – I have also attached these to help you. You will need someone at home to play with!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zwphjsg
Or
Play on Hit the Button. Click on the link and then select ‘halves’. Here you can practise finding half of a number.
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
Or
After watching the BBC Bite Size videos, have a go at the attached work sheets, to identify half of the shape. To help you, think carefully about how many blocks there are in each shape!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is question and exclamation marks.
Creative Afternoon
Today, choose an under the sea craft. There are lots of ideas here: https://www.artycraftykids.com/craft/sea-crafts-kids/ but I’m sure you will have lots of ideas of your own. Be creative and make your craft out of junk modeling, Lego or anything you can find at home.
If you haven’t already you might like to have a go at the University of Bristol Art Competition. http://www.bristol.ac.uk/biochemistry/public/events/2020/art-of-science-2020.html You can send me your entry in Showbie and I will submit it for you!
Remember to send some videos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #WorldOceanDay. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 10th June 2020
Tuesday 9th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Wow, we had a such a great day celebrating World Ocean Day yesterday! Everyone really impressed me with their ocean crafts and poems. A huge well done to you all! 
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 74
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Yesterday on BBC Bite Size, we started to think about rubbish and how harmful it can be for the environment. If you didn’t watch the video from yesterday, follow this link and scroll down the video called ‘Finding out about Rubbish’.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zxpx8hv
Click on today’s link to recap your knowledge on contractions and to find out how to become a recycling expert!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjwcsk7
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to continue our work on fractions. Click on the link to go to BBC Bite Size website where you can watch today’s videos, work through their challenges and then have a go at completing today’s task.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z6cbhcw
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about division.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-division-with-mighty-red/zrh9scw
Creative Afternoon
There are lots of creatures that live in the Ocean. Choose your favourite sea creature and find out some facts about it.
Pretend that you are presenting a documentary on ocean wildlife. Create a short clip or video about a creature that lives in the ocean. You could use some plastic animals, something you have created or photographs that you can find on the internet. Remember to think about how the creature moves, what it eats, where it likes to live and what might be its predator. Here is an example:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cjs03cECZ28
We can’t wait to see what you come up with… think David Attenborough!
Remember to send some videos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #WorldOceanDay. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
We can’t wait to see what you come up with… think David Attenborough!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a great day!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 8th June 2020
Monday 8th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Today is World Ocean Day!
Go to: https://worldoceanday.school where you will find lots of activities to enjoy throughout the day!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 100
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
There are 2 activities that you might like to choose from today.
You may like to test your grammar and punctuation knowledge by completing the attached grammar and punctuation quiz!
Or
Head to the BBC Bite Size website to do some more work on word endings! There are some short tasks, videos and games that you can play to help you recap and build on your knowledge.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zxpx8hv
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to revisit our learning on fractions. Click on the link to go to BBC Bite Size website, where you can watch their videos and work through the challenges attached.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z4j83j6
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is all about the seven calculation signs.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-seven-calculation-signs-with-wendy-wolf/zv32cqt
Creative Afternoon
Listen to the Five Oceans Song, it can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6BE4VcYngQ
You can also find some ocean facts here: https://www.kids-world-travel-guide.com/ocean-facts-for-kids.html
Have a go at writing your own Ocean acrostic poem. You could use the ocean acrostic sheet or make your own. Remember, each sentence should start with the given letters that spell out the word ocean.
You might also like to have a go at setting up this science investigation called ‘why is the sea salty?’, this activity will allow you to observe how salt concentration increases in water. Also, how the salt remains after the water evaporates.
https://eduref.org/lessons/science/glg0030
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Finally, I am now teaching in school full time, this means that my contact times are likely to differ slightly, however, I will respond to all of your emails and Showbie work as soon as I can!
Have a fantastic day!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 8th June 2020
Friday 5th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It’s Fabulous Friday and I hope you are ready for another day of fabulous home learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: dilapidated
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
This week, we have been learning all about pirates! Today, I would like you to imagine that you have been captured by a crew of ferocious pirates!
To be rescued, you need to write a secret message for help, put it in a bottle and throw it in the sea! Hopefully it will wash up on the shore and someone will find it! You could create your own message and put it in a bottle at home, or use the template that I have uploaded.
You might like to think about some of these questions to help you…
- What were you doing when you were captured?
- What does the boat look like? Does it have a flag that you can describe?
- What do the crew look like?
- Where are you being kept on the ship?
- How are you being treated?
Remember to try and include all of the things that we have been learning about this week e.g. adjectives, exclamations, commands and questions! For an extra challenge, see if you can any of our Words of the Day from this week!
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
It’s Fabulous Friday so that means Friday challenges! These challenges have been put together for us by BBC Bite Size and White Rose. Remember to show your working out either by using tens and ones or by writing a number sentence!
I have attached the sheets and I have uploaded them to Showbie.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is all about punctuation!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-punctuation-with-karim-hacker/zrksqp3
Creative Afternoon
Your challenge today is to find a natural object and do a detailed sketch of it. Your object could be anything as long as it is natural, e.g. a flower, tree or leaf… However, whatever you choose must be fairly still!
Take some time to observe the detail, texture and colour. Then, try and include as much of this as you can in your sketch! Below are some examples…
Remember to send some photos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #30DaysWild. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 5th June 2020
Thursday 4th June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was so great to see so many of you on Zoom yesterday and to hear about all of your adventures! We even had a little disco dance! I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: shriek
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
- Can you find out what type of work it is e.g. a verb, adjectives, adverb or a noun?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
This week we have been thinking about pirates! Today, I have uploaded a reading comprehension which is full of great information about pirates from the past and pirates today!
or
If you are enjoying the BBC Bite Size lessons, follow the link to today’s lesson. The focus today is on pirate exclamation sentences!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zmng9mn
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to White Rose to watch today’s video on odd and even numbers. The complete the attached sheets!
or
Click on the link below to go to the BBC Bite Size website. You will be able to watch their online videos about odd and even numbers, play their odds and evens game and then you can try to complete the attached sheet!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zr23c7h
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is number patterns!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-number-patterns-with-maggie-magpie/zvv7rj6
Creative Afternoon
This afternoon, visit this page and have a look through the different species of animals and plants that we have in the United Kingdom.
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer
When you click on the images, it will take you to the page…
Choose a species that you find interesting and create a fact file about it…
You may like to consider…
- Where does it live/ where is it found?
- Does it live there all year round? For example, in Autumn, swallows from the UK make their way back to Africa to spend the colder months there!
- What kind of habitat does it like?
- What does it eat? What does it need in order to survive?
- Does it have any special features, like an extra big beak, that helps it eat?
- Can it fly? How does it move/travel?
- Does anything eat it- or is it top of the food chain?
You can present your facts in any way of your choice… a video, poster, booklet- anything!
Remember to send some photos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #30DaysWild. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 4th June 2020
Wednesday 3rd June 2020
Class 2 Zoom @ 2pm!
Good morning, Class 2!
Yesterday we another fantastic day of home learning. I am really enjoying all of the pictures you are sending me for our 30 Days Wild Challenge! A huge well done to you all!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: joyous
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today, we are going to work on our grammar and spelling. Follow the link to BBC Bitesize to learn more about suffixes.
A Suffix, is letter or a group of letters that go onto the end of the word. The letter/s change the words meaning.
Watch the video and then see if you can complete the attached sheet on suffixes. Once you have finished, why don’t you try to use some of the words in a sentence!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z6vc86f
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Today we are going to continue our learning on division and equal grouping. Choose either to complete the White Rose tasks or the BBC Bite Size tasks!
Follow this link to White Rose to watch today’s video on sharing. Once you have finished, have a go at completing the attached worksheet!
or
Click on this link to go to BBC Bitesize! Watch their online videos and then complete the Times Table Rock Star sheet attached.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhwmhg8
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is prefixes and suffixes!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-prefixes-and-suffixes-with-monty-mole/zm2rhbk
Creative Afternoon
Your task today is to map your local wildlife. You could do this anywhere- on a walk, in your garden or even looking out of your window.
On paper, draw a rough sketch map of the area you are going to explore, and map where you see the wildlife. Think about the key features of the area e.g. river, grass, bird feeder, bushes, trees, flowers, ponds and draw these on to your map first…
Below is an idea of what a sketch map might look like… you do not need to include street names in your map as it is likely to be a smaller area!
As you explore, note down the wildlife that you see and label it! For example, if I saw a dragonfly by the pond, I would mark the pond with an X and draw or write ‘dragonfly’.
Remember to send some photos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #30DaysWild. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 3rd June 2020
Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
What a fantastic first day back of home learning we had yesterday! I am so proud of you all, a huge well done!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: aspire
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to be doing some more work on commands. Work your way through the learn screens and have a go at some of the activities.
Activity 2: Writing pirate commands
Imagine you are the captain of a pirate ship. Arrghhh. You'll need to be very bossy and give lots of commands to make sure the other pirates are doing what they are meant to be doing.
Write four command sentences that a pirate would use.
- Make sure you use capital letters at the start and correct punctuation.
- Use the word and in your sentences to join ideas together.
Here are a couple of examples to help you:
Drop the anchor and load the cannons.
Collect my treasure and bring it to me.
Activity 3: Command sentences in jobs
Think about people who need to use commands in their job.
Mums and Dads give commands all the time, so do teachers, police officers, chefs, doctors, hair dressers and even football managers.
1. Pick a job and imagine you are training somebody new to do that job.
2. Write the title 'How to be the perfect _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _'
3. Under the title, write five command sentences explaining what they need to do.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zb7xprd
or
Write a description about the captain of the pirate ship. See attached sheet.
Remember to try and include:
- Adjectives
- Adverbs
- Alliteration
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to White Rose to watch today’s video on sharing. Once you have finished, have a go at completing the attached worksheet!
or
If you would like a challenge, head to BBC Bitesize. Watch their online videos by clicking on the link below and then complete the Times Table Rock Star sheet attached.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfxtnrd
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the times table mash-up!
Creative Afternoon
This afternoon, your challenge is to create a habitat for some local wildlife… you may want to create a minibeast hotel, a bird nest or even a hedgehog hide! I have included some pictures below, but there are lots of ideas that I am sure you will come up with yourselves!
Try and use as many loose natural materials as possible. You may want to collect materials on a walk or using things around your garden! When you are finished, you could put your habitat out in your garden or somewhere on a walk for the wildlife to enjoy.
Remember to send some photos to me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #30DaysWild. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Monday 1st June 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
A huge welcome back! I hope you had a fantastic week off and you were able to enjoy the sunshine! I am looking forward to catching up with you all today.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: haven
- Can you find out what this word means using a dictionary?
- Can you use this word in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
For our English task today, I would like you to write a recount. I can’t wait to hear what you have been up to over the half term.
You could choose to tell me about your favourite day, your favourite activity or even whole week! But remember to…
- Write in full sentences using the correct punctuation
- Write about your events in chronological order
- Use adverbials of time (first, then, next, after that, finally)
You might even like to draw me a picture of something you did and then explain it or use real photos and write about them using your tablet device!
Or
Click on the link to BBC Bitesize and have a go at their activities! Today is all about pirates! Complete the activities about different sentence types and then watch the video about ‘Sam Silver: Undercover Pirate’. Then have a go at writing down some pirate words e.g. eye-patch, ahoy and treasure.
Once you have made your list, try writing two command sentences and two exclamation sentences using the words from your list!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhh6pg8
Phonics
RWI speed sound lessons will now be available at 9:30am. If you have been following along since the start set 3 sounds have now all been covered so will start repeating. For summer term 2, there are new daily films on reading longer words and blending the set 3 sounds as well as reading red words. Here is the link to the video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ/videos
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bitesize to work through their online challenges and games. Today is about the ten times table.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zk89d6f
or
You could spend some time playing Hit the Button! Click on the link to take you to the website, choose ‘Times Tables’ and then select 10! Let me know your high score!
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
or
If you would like a challenge… why not try to counting in hundreds, asking someone to ask you some division facts for 10 or create your own ten times table game!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is silent letters.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-silent-letters-with-marlon-wallen/zmkpwty
Creative Afternoon
During our Creative Afternoon’s, we are going to be taking part and doing lots of activities inspired by the 30 Days Wild Challenge… Share photos of your finished product, or of the process with me via Showbie or my email! Or even better, with the help of your parents and your e-safety knowledge, share your creations on Twitter with the hashtag #30DaysWild. Don’t forget to tag us @WalfordSchool so that we can see your amazing work too!
1. Think of your top 3 favourite birds and what you love about them. If you’re not sure, you could look at some different UK birds using the following website or create some binoculars and use the bird checklist that I have attached to spot birds from your garden!
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/birds
2. Create a new species of bird with the features from the favourite birds that you chose, for example, a bird with a robin’s red breast, a kingfisher’s long beak and a mallard’s big webbed toes! You could present it any way you choose- a model, a painting, a picture or even using technology!
3. Give the bird a name. You might like to include some information about it also e.g. what it eats or where it is found.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Half-Term
Monday, 25th May 2020 – Friday, 29th May 2020
Hello, Class 2!
It is May Half-Term, but if you’d still like some activities, there is plenty to choose from! Remember, you can do as much, or as little as you’d like. Don’t forget to post on Showbie to keep making me smile.
Remember, you can also use your usernames and password for the following:
- Times Tables Rock Stars / Numbots
Numbots has been added to your TTRS account J - Education City
- Classroom Secrets Kids
- Sumdog
Enjoy choosing some of the activities below. All documents are attached at the end. Remember to share as many photos as you can on Showbie – I can’t wait to see them!
CHALLENGE OF THE DAY...
Go to the Homepage of the website (www.walfordprimaryschool.co.uk), look at the Twitter feed and read 'all tweets'. Alternatively, ask your parents to help you by getting them to access school Twitter feed (@WalfordSchool).
Browse all the AMAZING work being created and shared on Twitter by all the wonderful Walford children, can you spot yours?
Remember to 'like' anything that makes you smile by pressing the 
button.
Post some of your activities throughout the week!
Remember our E-Safety rules ... you do not need an account of your own!
Fiver from Home
The Fiver from Home project is a fun way for pupils (5-11) to imagine what business they could create with just a £5 note.
Fiver from Home helps children to develop key skills, including:
- Creativity
- Communication – written and verbal
- Planning and organisation
- Problem solving
- Commercial awareness
Once they complete the workbook and activities, they even get a participation certificate to celebrate their achievement!
Work through the 4 parts of the Fiver from Home Workbook, completing the activities and using guiding documents.
The Wordguide offers explanations with relevant examples all of the terms in the workbook in case this is the first time seeing them.
For parents / carers supervising or delivering Fiver from Home, we have Top tips for Parents sheet that offers a few suggestions on how to keep your young people engaged and having fun throughout the project.
Think it!
Here’s a fiver, what business could you start?
Use the workbook to create an idea, name your business and use our Top Tips to create a logo.
Research it!
Use the Remote Market Research Template and example questions to find out what your customers think. This should be completed via telephone or email with people you know.
Plan it!
Use the third part of the workbook to create your business plan by answering the questions in the business plan section. Draw your product or create a poster for your service.
Pitch it!
In the final part of the workbook plan, write and then present a sales pitch to someone in your home.
There are plenty of tips on what to include and how to present the sales pitch in the workbook.
Once you have finished, share examples of your work on Showbie.
Complete the checklist and send it back on Showbie to receive a certificate.
Whole School Challenge
Here’s a song you can all learn together and then we can sing it together when we come back together at school. You could even have a go at creating a simple dance routine for the chorus.
Jimmy Cliff – I can see clearly now…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSuB4t3q_dA
Lyrics are attached!
Learn a New Skill
How many new skills can you learn? Send photos of you practising your new talents…
Royalty Meets Wonderful Walford…
Baking Challenge - Royal Scones
Every year at Garden Parties across The Royal Residences, over 27,000 cups of tea, 20,000 sandwiches and 20,000 slices of cake are consumed!
The Royal Pastry Chefs are happy to share their recipe for fruit scones, which traditionally would be served at Buckingham Palace every summer.
Remember to tag @WalfordSchool and #royalbakes when you share your creations!
𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
-500g Plain Flour
-28g Baking Powder
-94g Butter
-86g Sugar
-2 Whole Eggs
-140ml Butter Milk
-100g Sultanas (Cover in hot water and leave to soak for 30 minutes)
𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱:
-Preheat oven to 180oC
-Mix the flour, baking powder, butter and sugar together in a bowl, until a crumb is formed
-In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together
-Add the liquid to the crumb mixture
-Continue to mix the dough, until it is smooth
-(Optional) Add the sultanas, and mix until evenly distributed
-Remove the dough from the bowl, flatten the dough and cover
-Leave to rest for approximately 30 minutes
-Roll out the dough to a thickness of 2.5 cm and cut to desired shape
-Rest the scones for another 20 minutes
-Gently egg was the top of the scones
-Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown
-Cool before serving with jam and clotted cream
Enjoy!
Creative Activity
University of Bristol
Art of Science Competition 2020
http://www.bristol.ac.uk/biochemistry/public/events/2020/art-of-science-2020.html
The University of Bristol School of Biochemistry are running their annual Art of Science Competition.
The theme for the Schools category is ‘Under the Sea’.
You can draw, paint, take a photograph of a sculpture you have made, or create a short video (2 min maximum) – the choice is yours! The main thing is that you have fun!
Don’t forget to give your artwork a title, so that it can be included with your work in their online exhibition.
There are two primary age categories (4-6 and 7-11), with the opportunity to win a prize for the school.
Send me your artwork and I will upload it.
Please send me your entries by Monday, 1st June so that I can make sure they are uploaded before the deadline.
Prize winners will be announced by Friday, 17th July 2020.
Physical Activity
Choose a different activity each day. How many can you complete before the end of the holiday? The document is attached below.
Well-Being
Choose a different activity each day. How many can you complete before the end of the holiday? The document is attached below – press on the blue titles for more information.
Take some time to visit the Health and Wellbeing section of the website https://www.walfordprimaryschool.co.uk/well-being/ where you will find a selection of stories to support children’s understanding as well as lots of wellbeing and mindfulness activities.
Fun Activities for the Outdoors
See how many activities you can complete…
Takes photos and send them on Showbie.
Rewarding Reading
See how many activities you can complete…
Document attached below!
Remember to do lots of reading too! READ, READ, READ! Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day at 11.00am – follow the link:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Send me some photos of your favourite location when reading at home.
Have a great week!
Best wishes
May Half Term
Friday 22nd May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Well done everyone for another fantastic day of home learning. I was blown away by all of your hard work yesterday. J
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 23
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to do some work on our grammar, punctuation and spelling. Complete the attached SPaG mat and then see if you can spot the spelling mistakes in the sentences and rewrite them.
or
Click on the link to head to the BBC Bitesize page. Today they are discussing a book called ‘Attack of the Demon Dinner Ladies’ by Pamela Butchart.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zncc92p
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bitesize to complete the Friday Challenges! I have also attached them for you.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z7txhbk
or
You could spend some time playing on Sumdog, Numbots or Times Table Rock Stars!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the 10 times table.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-the-10-times-table-with-webster-the-spider/zm32cqt
Creative Afternoon
Our last significant person of the week is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Mozart was born in Austria and he was a talented musician and composer. He was so gifted that he began to play the keyboard at the age of 3 and started to write his own music at the age of 5! Mozart’s music is still listened to today, I wonder if you will recognise any of his music?
Find out more about him and listen to some of his music by clicking on the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjHRhMPPjhc
Now let’s create some music of our own!
Find a couple of teaspoons and enjoy this fantastic “Concerteenies” home concert by beatboxer James Lyons. Learn to beatbox and listen to lots of instruments. You can join in with your voices and your teaspoons!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BaDTqTM3Mk&list=PLAmGQGWxyAmE_Y0NLCeubmeQLy75XuoVp&index=9&t=0s
or
You will love learning this brand-new song called ‘Wiggle Jiggle’ with the composer Emily Barden. Watch the video first and learn the body percussion and main parts of the song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZq5Hrh9zvo&list=PL54cy6SoHBuIU_eNDmxl0twy86Ah5SNmR
Here are the lyrics to help you with all the verses
https://www.singup.org/song-bank/lyrics/view/1087-wiggle-jiggle/type/main/
or
Practice playing an instrument at home. Maybe you could write your own song!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Whatever you choose to do today, have fun and remember to send me some pictures on Showbie!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 22nd May 2020
Thursday 21st May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was so fantastic to see so many of you yesterday on Zoom! I hope you all managed to get outside to make the most of the sunshine!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 68
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to have a go at writing some diary entries.
Follow the link to take you to the BBC Bitesize website.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zvr6pg8
Activity 2: Think about the different things that you have done over the past week. This could be things that you have seen, things that you have heard or even school work you have done.
Then, take a piece of paper and fold it into 4 sections. Label each section with a different day of the week – don’t forget your capital letter! Then in each section, write four things that you did that day. You could even try to circle the verbs that you have used.
Activity 3: Now using your plan, create a diary entry that outlines the things that you’ve done over the past week. If you can’t remember what you did, you can include things that you would have liked to do!
- Write the first day of the week as a heading and then write two or three sentences explaining what you did on that day. Try and include some interesting verbs in there too.
- Try to use joining words like and, because and when in each of your sentences.
- Once you've written your first diary entry, write the next day and continue until you have all seven days.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Follow this link to BBC Bitesize. You can work through their online challenges and then complete the Mastery Task!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhn6pg8
or
You could spend some time playing Hit the Button! Click on the link to take you to the website, choose ‘Times Tables’ and then select 5! Let me know your high score!
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
or
Lots of you enjoyed making the homophones fortune teller earlier on this week, why not try to make the 5 times table fortune teller!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the 5 times table pooch!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-the-5-times-table/zhbm47h
Creative Afternoon
Our significant person that we are going to learn about today is Mary Anning. Mary made important discoveries about fossils. Click on the link to find out more!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zd4dy9q/articles/zng7gwx
Now have a go at one of the activities!
Using pasta, straws, cotton wool buds or thin strips of paper, create a dinosaur skeleton!
Or
Using plain paper and pencil try sketching an ammonite. Look carefully at the patterns you can see and remember to press lightly whilst you sketch. To create darker tones, add some pressure to your pencil!
Or
Make your own fossils by making some salt dough and pressing small objects into it to create an imprint. Then bake them in the oven. You could even paint them or colour them in to looking like real fossils!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 21st May 2020
Wednesday 20th May 2020
Zoom Day!
Good morning, Class 2!
Well done for being so creative yesterday! I had so many people send me pictures of their drawings, painting and crafts! They were all beautiful.
Today is our Zoom Day! I am looking forward to seeing you all at 2pm. I will send you the code for our Zoom chat on Showbie, and if you haven’t joined us before, remember ask an adult to send me permission!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 39
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to be looking at handwriting and using adjectives.
Click on the link to go to the BBC Bitesize page.
Activity 1: Handwriting – Can you form the 1 armed robot letters correctly? Try practising them by drawing 7 big boxes and writing a different one in each box. Then, go on a hunt around your house or garden to see how many objects you can find that contain each letter, when you find one, add it to the correct box.
Activity 2: Imagine you’re making am a poster for a missing monster. First, decide what your monster looks like and then draw a picture of him. Then, add labels to the different parts of the monster to describe all of his features. Try to include at least six labels on your monster and see if you can use multiple describing words together. For example, ‘seven, long pointy fingers’ or ‘thick, greasy blue hair’.
Activity 3: Use your poster from activity two to write a paragraph describing your monster. You have already labelled your drawing, so you can use these labels to create sentences!
- Make sure you use capital letters and full stops in your writing.
- Be sure to include adjectives (describing words).
- You could also describe how your monster behaves; what it eats, what it drinks or what it likes to do.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfm3rj6
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to be refreshing and recalling our 2 times table facts. Follow the link to watch the video on White Rose and then complete the attached sheet.
or
Follow this link to BBC Bitesize. You can work through their online challenges and then complete the Mastery Task!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z7hdqp3
or
You could spend some time playing Hit the Button! Click on the link to take you to the website, choose ‘Times Tables’ and then select 2! Let me know your high score!
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is Prefixes and suffixes!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-prefixes-and-suffixes-with-monty-mole/zm2rhbk
Creative Afternoon
Our significant person that we are going to learn today is Neil Armstrong and his historic voyage to the moon! Click on the link to BBC Bitesize website, read the information and watch the videos.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zj93bdm
Here are some activities that you make like to try!
Build a rocket, you could use cardboard boxes, recycling or tin foil! Then ceate a video of your ship blasting off ‘5…4…3…2…1…’ or landing on the moon!
Or
Get creative by creating some space art and craft! Here are some ideas that you might like to try!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 20th May 2020
Tuesday 19th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Well done on completing another fantastic day of home learning yesterday. I am feeling so proud of you all. 
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 90
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Lots of people enjoyed, ‘Nelly the Monster Sitter’ yesterday 
. Click on the link to go to BBC Bitesize to complete todays tasks on conjunctions and instruction writing.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjdxhbk
Activity 3: Imagine you are teaching someone how to be a Monster Sitter. Write a list of equipment a Monster Sitter will need and then write some instructions outlining what they must do. I have attached a template for you to print out or just use some lined paper!
You'll need to:
- Make sure your instructions are clear by numbering them.
- Use capital letters at the start of each sentence and a full stop at the end.
- Use multiple conjunctions in your instructions. These can be and, because, if and when. For example: You will need to cook the monster its food because it will be hungry. If you don't cook its food, it will get grumpy.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to be thinking about arrays. Arrays are an arrangement of objects or pictures that are organised into columns and rows. Each row or column has an equal number which forms the array. We can then use arrays to help us with repeated addition and multiplication. Follow the link to watch the video on White Rose and then complete the attached sheet.
or
Follow this link to BBC Bitesize. You can work through their online tasks and videos and then complete the attached BBC Bitesize sheet.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrf8jhv
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the 4 times table!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-the-4-times-table-with-cyril-the-swan/zmsw382
Creative Afternoon
Our significant person that we are going to learn about today is Dr Martin Luther King. Just Like Rosa Parks, Dr Martin Luther King wanted to be treated fairly and bravely fought for equal rights. He wanted to make a difference.
Follow the link to find out more about his life.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhry382
Now you might like to...
- Create a dream cloud by writing ‘I have a dream…’ and then thinking about others, write down some wished that you have.
- Draw or paint a world and put your handprint in the middle. Then write a way that you are going to help change the world. It could be something small, or something big!
- Use your handprint to create a dove – a symbol of peace.
- Think about what would you like to do when you are older. Then dress up as your future self, hold a sign up to tell us your job and then get someone to take a photo of you!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 18th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had a fantastic weekend and you a ready for another week of home learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day: 45
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Homophones are words that sound the same, but they have different meanings. They also have different spellings. Using the BBC Bitesize videos for support, we are going to refresh our knowledge on homophones and practice our spellings too!
Activity 1: Identifying homophones – play the homophones mini game on Small Town Superheroes. Use the yellow arrows to navigate to the ‘Steve’ section to find the ‘Homophones’ game.
Activity 2: Make a list of all the homophones you can think of.
If you're struggling to think of some, you could always look through some of your favourite books at home and see how many you can spot.
Activity 3: Watch the video, ‘Nelly the Monster Sitter’.
What did you think about 'Nelly the Monster Sitter'?
Using the following sentence starters, write your opinion of the story. Try and include lots off detail about what happened and what you thought of it.
- My favourite part was _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
- I thought the book was funny because _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
- I didn't like when _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
- The story would have been better if _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Once you're finished, circle all the times you've used homophones.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z7g8jhv
I have also uploaded a list of homophones spellings that you can practice spelling too and a spelling fortune teller that you can make!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to revise our knowledge on repeated addition and using the multiplication sign. BBC Bitesize has teamed up with White Rose, so follow the link below to watch the videos and then complete the attached task!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhchscw
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is verb tenses.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-verb-tenses-with-karim-hacker/zr7gt39
Creative Afternoon
This week, we are going to be learning about the lives of significant people who have helped to shape our lives today. Today we are going to be learning about Rosa Parks.
Click on the BBC Bitesize link to become a historian and discover more about her.
Activity 1: A great way historians find out about the past is by asking questions. Can you write down some questions that you would like to ask Rosa Parks.
Activity 2: Watch video 2, in which Rosa talks about her life. Listen carefully, can you answer any of your questions?
Activity 3: Using the interactive game, can you put the events into chronological order.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdw26v4
Follow the link to YouTube where you can listen to Rosa Park’s Little People, BIG DREAMS!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oepOjH0jWdM
You might like to create an acrostic poem about Rosa (see attached sheet). Think about what facts you can remember or adjectives you could use to describe her!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 18th May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It’s FABULOUS Friday and the sun is shining again for us!
Have a look at all the AMAZING work being created and shared on Twitter by all the wonderful Walford children, can you spot yours?
Remember to 'like' anything that makes you smile by pressing the 
button.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: simultaneously
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
The Great Fire of London started in a bakery. Historians think that the oven's fire was left on during the night, and the burning embers started the huge blaze.
Today, the ovens in our houses that are a lot safer, but we still need to be careful. Have a chat with an adult at home about ways that we can be safe when we are in the kitchen and using any utensils such as knives or electrical equipment.
Create a poster to tell other children about how they can be safe in the kitchen. Have a look at some of the examples below to give you some ideas. Posters are usually colourful and have lots of pictures to grab people’s attention! You could use paper, a computer or a tablet device.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
It’s Fabulous Friday, which means there are 3 challenges to solve! Follow the link to the BBC Bitesize or see the attached sheet. Remember, you can write on the sheet or a piece of paper, but you must show your working out!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zd4w7nb
or
Have a go at the Great Fire of London maths challenge cards!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about spelling!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-the-spelling-bee-with-bertie-bee/zkwvmfr
Creative Afternoon
Can you be a baker or a chef?
With an adult, carry out some baking or cooking.
Take photos or create a short video. You could show us the ingredients you are using, how you measure or how you are being safe!
If you are feeling really creative, you could even record step by step instructions on how to make something safely e.g. a sandwich.
Or
You could listen to the short song about the Great Fire of London and record yourself singing it. See if someone else at home will join in with you and you could sing in a round, just like in the video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Atpbo3wOts
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 15th May 2020
Thursday 14th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Well done to everyone who created some fantastic art work or a sculpture yesterday! Have a look at all the AMAZING work being created and shared on Twitter by all the wonderful Walford children, can you spot yours?
Remember to 'like' anything that makes you smile by pressing the button.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: archaeology
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
The houses and buildings in 1666 were made out of wood, this means that the fire spread quickly. How do you think it would have felt being in London during The Great Fire?
Complete the senses activity sheet to help you think of some powerful adjectives and ideas as to what you might have heard, saw, smelt and felt.
Now, create a newspaper to report on what has happened (I have uploaded a template for you to look at). Think about –
- Where and how the fire started
- Why the fire spread so quickly
- What were people trying to do to put out the fires
Or
Create a diary entry about what you have experienced. Remember -
- Start your diary entry with ‘Dear’ and end with ‘From’
- Write in first person – I saw… I heard…
- Explain what you saw people doing on the night of the fire
- Use adjectives
If you write in Biro or pencil, you can use your work again for your creative task this afternoon!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Click on the link to watch today’s White Rose video and then complete the sheet on number bonds to 100. Today you will have to use your knowledge of number bonds to 10 to help you.
or
Head to BBC Bitesize to have a go at their work on number bonds to 100.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/znmpf4j
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the 2 times table!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-the-2-times-table-with-bridget-the-lioness/zrrx92p
Creative Afternoon
When we look at maps and documents from a long time ago, we can see that the paper has begun to age and it often looks a different colour.
Have a go at creating some tea stained paper by following the instructions on the PowerPoint. If you wrote in pencil or Biro this morning, you might even like to try and tea staining your diary entry or newspaper report to make it look like its hundreds of years old!
Once your tea stained paper is dry, you might like to…
- Create a treasure map – in 1666 people buried Parmesan cheese, wine and valuables in their garden’s! But when all of the houses burnt down, it was difficult for them to find it again!
- Create a map of London from 1666
- Create some art by drawing a portrait for Samuel Pepys or King Charles II
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 14th May 2020
Wednesday 13th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
You blew my socks of yesterday with all of your fantastic work! Well done! I cant wait to see what you get up to today. Don't forget that today is our Zoom day! I will paste the meeting code in the zoom folder later on today. If you haven't joined us before but would like to, get an adult at home to send me permission for you to receive the meeting code.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: nifty
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Let’s recap the information that we have learnt so far. Read the text about the Great Fire of London and see if you can answer the questions.
Or
Follow the link to today’s BBC lesson about forming zig zag letters correctly!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z6d8wty
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Click on the link to watch today’s White Rose video and then complete the sheet on subtraction 2 digit numbers. Be careful today, you might have to exchange 1 ten for 10 ones if there aren’t enough ones to subtract! Drawing your tens and ones is really going to helpful today.
or
BBC Bitesize also have a great video that you can watch to help you too!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrnfvk7
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about English grammar rules!
Creative Afternoon
Since 1666, so many famous works of art have been created about The Great Fire.
This afternoon, have a go at creating your own work of art. You could use colouring pencils, pens, paint or even tear strips of paper to make a collage.
Or
Have a go at creating a house. You could use Lego, recycled materials or have a go at making a house from the template that I have uploaded. Be as creative as you can!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 13th May 2020
Tuesday 12th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you are ready for another day of home learning. I can’t wait to see what you get up to! J
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day: outstanding
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
International Nurses Day
A day observed around the world, on the 12th of May every year, International Nurses Day is an event that celebrates nurses. This day has been celebrated since 1965.
It is also celebrated on the 12th of May as it commemorates Florence Nightingale's birthday, the founder of modern, day to day, nursing. It is even more special this year as it would have been Florence Nightingale’s 200th Birthday!
Usually in the United Kingdom, a service is held in Westminster Abbey, London. A lamp is passed from one nurse to another. This year, people are being encouraged to ‘shine a light’ in their windows at 8.30pm this evening.
Click on the links below to refresh your memories on Florence Nightingale.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/history-ks1-ks2-florence-nightingale/z68fcqt
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zns9nrd/articles/znsct39
Create a poster, e-book, PowerPoint, film, biography, leaflet to share everything you have learnt about the life of Florence Nightingale.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Click on the link to watch today’s White Rose video and then complete the sheet on addition and subtraction. Be careful today… you might make some sneaky tens!
Or
Follow this link to the BBC Bitesize Page and complete todays tasks on addition and subtraction. I have attached the sheets for these activities too!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zvxxt39
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is chronological order.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-chronological-order-with-bluebell-the-cow/zbtkf4j
Creative Afternoon
Today, we are going to carry on our learning about the Great Fire of London. In 1666, the fire spread through the city for nearly 5 whole days!
Today I would like you to create a timeline of events. Use the PowerPoint and the sequencing cards to help you. You could cut them out or using a ruler and pencil, create your own timeline and write on the important events.
If you want to be more creative, you could use your tablet to create something or even do a video!
Remember that because it is a timeline, events need to go in chronological order. Don’t forget to write dates and times too!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 12th May 2020
Monday 11th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had a lovely sunny VE Day Bank Holiday weekend and that you are excited to do some more home learning activities this week!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day:
Valuables
- Can you find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Click on the link to head to the BBC Bitesize Page for today’s English. Today is all about using your phonics and improving your vocabulary!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zmnxt39
Activity 1: Watch the ‘Small Town Superheroes’ game and pick 5 sounds. Now go on a hunt around your home or garden and try to find objects that contain these sounds! Can you make a list using commas correctly?
Activity 2: Watch the video ‘Phonic in the Rainforest’ and write down the names of some of the animals you recognised in the rainforest video. Now, using your phonics knowledge, try writing down any words that were in the video that you hadn't heard before. Finally, using the list of new words you've created, quiz the people around you to see if they know the words.
Activity 3: Imagine you have been to the rainforest. Write a postcard to somebody you know explaining what it's like there. You could write this to a friend, a family member or even your school teacher. I have uploaded a template to help you with this.
- Make sure you use capital letters and full stops in your sentences.
- Include some description. For example, In the rainforest there are amazing animals and lots of colourful plants.
- Make sure you finish your postcard with a closing like 'lots of love' or 'from' .
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Click on the link to watch today’s White Rose video and then complete the sheet on addition and subtraction.
Or
Follow this link to the BBC BiteSize Page and complete todays tasks on addition and subtraction.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zbypscw
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is capital letters and full stops!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-capital-letters-full-stops/zjmrhbk
Creative Afternoon
During the afternoons this week, we are going to be learning about The Great Fire of London.
Can you find out what The Great Fire of London was?
To find out, click on the PowerPoint and read through the information, then click on the link to watch a video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Er3GKw8Z3R4
Now you have found out some information, see if you can complete The Great Fire of London Game! At the end, you can print off a certificate or take a picture!
Just follow the link and click ‘CHILDREN’S GAME’.
http://www.fireoflondon.org.uk
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 11th May 2020
Friday 8th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It is finally the day that we have all been waiting for! You have all worked so hard all week to think about the importance of remembering the people who were in World War 2 and honouring them by creating decorations and preparing food to celebrate VE Day.
Some more information can be found here: https://www.veday75.org . I’ve added a poster for you so you can see what events are happening throughout the day. At 11am the nation is asked to remember our Heroes before beginning the celebrations.
Do you have a message for our war heroes, like Colonel Tom Moore? You could record a video message and Tweet it @WalfordSchool @VE75 or send it us via Showbie or email.
Today is all about having fun and spending time with your families at home, but if you wish to, I have attached a selection of activities below for you to complete at home!
Activities
During the war, secret codes were invented, so important messages couldn’t be read! To find out more follow the link to a video all about code breaking!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/history-ks2-codebreaking-in-world-war-two/zdq2jhv
You may like to:
- Have a go at the Morse Code or Maths Code Breaker activities that have been attached
- Create your own code at home
- Hunt for the hidden words in the VE Day word search
- Watch a short video about Remembrance and write down some things that you are thankful for https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/watch/poppies
- Colour in some VE Day colouring sheets
- Write a diary entry about your VE Day celebrations
- You may like to take photos throughout the day of the things that you have been doing and then use them to create a scrap book or a book on Book Creator
Have a fantastic day spending time with your families. I look forward to hearing all about your parties on Monday!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
VE Day Activities
Thursday 7th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you had a great day yesterday creating decorations in preparation for your ‘Stay at Home’ VE Day party, tomorrow!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
52
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Recap the importance of celebrating VE Day, by completing the uploaded Reading activity!
Or
Head to BBC Bitesize to work on your reading and language skills! Today we are looking at ‘Cyril and Pat’ by Emily Gravett.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zd63gwx
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to refresh our memories on adding and subtracting ones.
Click on the link to watch today’s video and then complete the uploaded sheet.
Or
Complete the subtraction tasks found on BBCBitesize!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z6vm6v4
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is multiplication and division!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-multiplication-and-division-with-clara-the-hen/zbt9scw
Creative Afternoon
Tomorrow is the ‘Stay at Home Street Party’ so today we are going to have a look at wartime recipes.
Can you find out about food and rations during the war? This video from the Imperial War Museum will tell you about life in Britain and rationing… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9wNJ78S2GY
Have a look at the wartime recipe book (attached)… you might like to have a go at preparing something for the party tomorrow. You could make a World War 2 cake or how about some scones?
Plan your party for tomorrow. Here are some ideas of things you could do…
- Plan a menu for your party.
- Make some decorations – see attached sheet for ideas.
- Create up your own celebratory song!
- Design a party hat or hair ribbon to wear for the celebration (see Bletchley Park instructions).
- During WW2, people had to ‘make, do and mend’. You may have something that you might like to ‘upcycle’ or ‘mend’ to wear to your party, you could create your own t-shirt.
Don’t forget to send some photos of your creations on Showbie today!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 7th May 2020
Wednesday 6th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Yesterday was another fantastic day of home learning, carrying on with our theme, VE Day. Your Spitfire creations were so creative, well done!
Don’t forget that it is Zoom day today – I can’t wait to see you all at 2pm!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up!
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
28
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Your task is to create a newspaper front cover. It must have a bold headline that tells the readers that World War 2 is over. Challenge yourself here… can you use alliteration? Remember to also add a picture, you could draw a spitfire… a soldier... people celebrating… VE Day decorations!
-First come up with a headline. A lot of newspapers like to use alliteration! (where a few of the words start with the same letter). Remember to check your spelling.
-Write your chosen heading at the top of the page.
-Draw an eye catching colourful picture underneath to make your newspaper stand out!
Here are some ideas of what front covers may have looked like:
There is a big competition with lots of people doing activities like this across the UK… send me pictures of your fabulous work, and you may be in with a chance of featuring on a special VE day government website!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to have another look at related facts. This means how we can use the facts that we know, to help us find the answer to other number sentences.
Click on the link to watch today’s video and then complete the uploaded sheet.
Or
complete the related facts tasks on BBC Bitesize.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zr2hnrd
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is all about the rules of grammar.
Creative Afternoon
Create your own colourful bunting for your ‘Stay at Home Street Party’.
Some templates and instructions can be found here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/4TrqYDyf4PMdLypxzyTwGDg/great-british-buntingBletchley Park also have a no-sew instruction guide (see attached instructions). Be creative - it is up to you how you make your bunting and what design you choose to use!
Whilst having fun with your bunting creations why not listen to some war time music? There is a sing-along here with song sheets and videos of some VE day songs…
https://www.carradinescockneysingalong.co.uk/ve-day
You might like to listen to more music from World War 2. Think about the different moods of these songs. Which do you like?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/school-radio/history-ks2-world-war-2-clips-ww2-songs-index/zbg9gwx
Don’t forget to send some photos on Showbie today!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 5th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Well done to everyone for a fantastic first day of this week’s theme, VE Day!
If you’d like to see some of the amazing learning that has been going on at home, then ask your parents to help you access the school Twitter feed (@WalfordSchool) and remember to click ‘like’ if you see anything that makes you smile.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
43
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today’s home focus is using commas in a list when writing statements.
Click on the link to the BBC Bitesize page to complete the online activities.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjs8wty
Activity 3: Writing a postcard
Imagine you've been Antarctica too. Write a postcard explaining what it was like there.
- Decide who you're writing the postcard to. It could be someone in your family, a friend or even your school teacher.
- Make sure all your sentences include a capital letter at the start and some punctuation at the end.
- Include some statements in there too (you can use the ones from activity two if needed).
- Try using commas to list some of the things you saw. For example: When I first arrived in Antarctica I saw vast amount of snow, ice and water.
Remember to finish your postcard with an ending like 'lots of love' or 'from'.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to have another look at comparing numbers. Click on the link to BBC Bitesize to watch the videos and complete the activities.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjn3gwx
Activity 1: Number pots
You will need:
- Six pots - cups or any form of small tub would also work
- Counters - coins, pasta, cereal or homemade paper counters would also work
- Pen and paper
Follow the link find out what to do next!
Activity 2: Loop card game
Play the game by cutting out the cards and matching them together, so that each calculation is next to one which has the same answer. You could make your own cards by copying them out on paper if you prefer.
Activity 3:Compare number sentences
Compare number sentences by filling in the missing numbers, choosing the correct symbols and writing your own calculations.
https://kids.classroomsecrets.co.uk/resource/year-2-compare-number-sentences-game/
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is all about counting!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-counting-with-john-farnworth/zbct8xs
Creative Afternoon
On Colonel Tom Moore’s 100th Birthday he had a fly past by some Spitfire aircraft used during World War 2. You can re-watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LWP0efEpVU
Today’s task is to design your own aircraft. You could make it out of paper (your own design or using the spitfire template), recyclable materials or use any construction resources such as Connex or Lego that you have at home. It is up to you! Be creative. Can you fly your spitfire? How far will it go?
Don’t forget to send some photos on Showbie today!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 5th May 2020
Monday 4th May 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had a great weekend and that you are ready for another week of home learning! This week, our afternoon tasks will all be themed around the 75th Anniversary of VE Day.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
70
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Your first task today, is to write a paragraph to describe what VE Day is and why we celebrate it.
To do this, you will need to do some research in order to find out what VE Day is. I have attached a PowerPoint that you can read through at home!
or
CBBC Newsround has some child-friendly articles and videos here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/48201749
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to recap our learning on fact families!
I wonder if you can remember what the word commutative means? Can you explain it to someone at home?
Follow the link to watch the video for today’s and then have a go at completing the uploaded task on Showbie or on a piece of paper.
Or go to BBC Bitesize to work through their revision activities on fact families.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjn3gwx
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is apostrophes!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-apostrophes-with-sasha-tyler/z49hd6f
Creative Afternoon
This afternoon you can choose one of these creative tasks to commemorate VE Day:
- Design a war medal for a hero such as Colonel Tom Moore. You can make your medal out of anything you have at home for example, coloured card, paper or even salt dough. A simple salt dough recipe can be found here: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/how-make-salt-dough-recipe
- Design a tea cup for the VE Day Street Party.
- Design a commemorative 50p coin. Some examples of coins designed by The Royal Mint in the past can be found here:
https://www.royalmint.com/our-coins/ranges/annual-sets/2020-annual-coin-sets/discover/ve-day/
Don’t forget to send some photos of your commemorative item on Showbie today!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 4th May
Friday 1st May
Good morning Class 2,
Today the sun is shining and it’s Fabulous Friday!
It has been another great week of home learning. I hope you have enjoyed learning all about the Victorians as much as I have. The Victorian era certainly was an important time in history for inventions and transport!
Today is The Book Trust’s Pajamarama Day! I hope you are ready to take part in a celebration of reading and have some fun!
They have a fantastic line up of events for you to enjoy, lots of activities to get stuck into and a few surprises too! All you need to do is follow this link and be ready to have lots of fun!
https://www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/have-some-fun/pyjamarama/
Activities can be found attached below or follow the link -
https://www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/have-some-fun/pyjamarama/pyjamarama-activities/
The Festival Line Up can be found at https://www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/have-some-fun/pyjamarama/pyjamarama-festival/
Pyjamarama Tasks – Choose what you would like to do today from the list below:
Choose from the selection of activities below and don’t forget to send me pictures of you reading and having fun on Showbie or via email!
1. Your first task is to build a reading den! It can be inside or outside, but make sure it’s comfy so that you can relax with your favourite book! Make sure you send me a picture of your magnificent creation!
2. Try some art with Rob Biddulph! He will teach you how to draw Fred Bear.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krV21QuXMzw&list=PLE5MZB5pedUMsUl7Zf32_6ilXdfcCA1IR&index=30
3. Use the template to create your own pair of funky PJs or design your own using plain paper - how colourful can you make them?
4. Make a Pyjamarama super hero mask! You could use one of the templates or create your own using recycled materials!
5. Time to be a detective! Can you spot all five differences in the Horrid Henry picture?
6. Are you good at spotting words? See if you can find all the Pyjamarama words hidden in the wordsearch!
7. Create a cover of your very own story or re-design the cover of your favourite book (see the example below). How creative can you be?
8. Make a bookmark – cut out the bookmark and colour it in!
9. Become an author and an illustrator by creating your own book! I have attached a template to help you!
Whatever you choose at home today, have fun and READ, READ, READ!!!
Don’t forget to send me some pictures via Showbie or videos via my email!
Best Wishes,
Miss Hale
Pyjamarama Resources
Thursday 30th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It was great to catch up with you all yesterday and hear about the things that you have been doing! I hope you enjoyed seeing Laura from Class 6, who bravely shared a story with us all!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day:
ecstatic
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today is Captain Tom Moore’s 100th birthday. Read the information poster that I have uploaded to Showbie and discuss it with an adult at home.
Challenge 1: Write a letter or thank you card and send it to someone who has made a difference in your local community, this could be for a teacher, family member or neighbour.
Challenge 2: Draw a picture of Captain Tom Moore completing his challenge.
Or
Complete todays activities on BBC Bitesize by clicking the link below.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/znbx6v4
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to be working on our problem-solving skills.
Watch the video using the link below and complete the task uploaded onto Showbie using the pen tool or by writing the answers on a piece of paper like we do at school!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is adjectives and adverbs.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-adjectives-adverbs-with-johnny-inel/znfjbdm
Creative Afternoon
During the Victorian times, there were so many inventions that improved the lives of many people. Click on the link to see a timeline of inventions.
With someone at home, look at the inventions. Think about –
- What were they used for?
- Do we still use/have them today?
Now it's time for an invention hunt! Look around your house to see if you can find any of the inventions. You could write them in a list or take photographs of them!
http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/victorians/inventiotimeline.html
Using a piece of paper or the sheet that I have uploaded, design a new invention! If you are stuck, you could design a new toy or think about how you could improve something that already exists.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 29th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It’s Zoom day everyone! I will post the meeting code into Showbie later on today in the Zoom folder!
If you haven’t joined us before, ask someone at home to give permission for you to join us via email or Showbie! See you later!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day:
trudge
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to create a fact file! Click on the link to find out more.
Watch the video and then try and complete these activities-
Activity 1: Let's make a list
- How many different minibeasts did you see in the video?
- Can you write them in a list using commas?
Activity 2: Making a fact file
- Get a piece of paper and fold it in to four quarters (ask someone to help you if needed).
- Choose three minibeasts from the video and give each one a name.
- Then write a sentence about each one making sure you use joining words to link ideas together.
- Draw a picture of each minibeast
For example
- Sally the snail has a soft body and a hard shell because it protects her.
Activity 3: Let's make a game
Draw six big squares on a piece of paper and then cut out each square.
On one side write the name of a minibeast (you can draw it too). Then on the other side write a sentence about that minibeast. Make sure you use joining words to include more detail. For example: I can move really quickly because I have eight legs.
Once you've done six, test the people around you to see how many they can guess.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrvfy9q
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to use the four operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) to problem solve questions about length. Watch the video using the link below and complete the task uploaded onto Showbie using the pen tool or by writing the answers on a piece of paper like we do at school!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is digits and numbers.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-digits-&-numbers-with-marlon-wallen/zfyjbdm
Creative Afternoon
Today we are going to learn about the Victorian seaside holiday.
Have a look at the information I have attached and watch the video by clinking on the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exFmcLMjKsw
What is the same? What is different?
Create a table of similarities and differences between Victorian holidays and holidays today.
Now choose an activity from the following list:
- Create your own Punch and Judy puppet show for someone at home
- Design an old-fashioned swimming costume and colour it in
- Design your own sandcastle and colour it in
- Choose a country you would like to go on holiday to and write a list of what you would like to do when you get there
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 28th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you are looking forward to another day of home learning! It's looking a bit wet today, so if you can't go outside, remember you could play on Education City, Times Table Rock Stars, Numbots or Sumdog to try and keep yourself busy! If you can't find your login details, message me on Showbie and I can help you!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day:
dank
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to do a bit of work on our punctuation and grammar. I have uploaded a sentence uplevelling sheet and grammar and punctuation quiz to Showbie.
Afterwards, have a go on some Education City at some of the English games!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to continue compare measurement. Watch the video using the link below and complete the task uploaded onto Showbie using the pen tool or by writing the answers on a piece of paper like we do at school!
or
Using a tape measure, measure some different objects around the house. Record them by taking pictures or drawing them. Once you have recorded them, you could compare them by using >, < or =, or by putting them into size order! Remember to read the measuring tape carefully, as you might find some objects are greater than 1 metre!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is rhyming.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-rhyme-with-radzi/zvbm47h
Creative Afternoon
Yesterday, we investigated the life of Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria ruled for over 60 years. Today, that period of time is known as the Victorian era. But what was it like to be a Victorian child?
Click on the link to find to take a look into a Victorian school.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOmrCi-mh_k
Some children weren’t lucky enough to go to school, you might have ended up in the work house!
If you are enjoying finding out about the past, here are a few more facts that you can read!
https://www.twinkl.co.uk/blog/what-were-victorian-schools-like-for-children
Life must have been hard for a child during the Victorian times. I don't think I would have liked to be in the Work House or in school wearing a Dunce's hat! What do you think?
This afternoon, I would like you to create a Victorian toy that children would have enjoyed playing with in the past. Click on the link below - there are 3 to choose from. Read the instructions carefully!
I can’t wait to see what you create this afternoon!
https://downloads.bbc.co.uk/history/handsonhistory/victorians_games.pdf
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 27th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you had a relaxing weekend and you had chance to enjoy the sunshine! Are you ready for another fantastic week of home learning?
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Word of the Day:
quarrel
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to BBC English. Today we are going to focus on handwriting and alliteration.
Activity 1 is to practise Curly Caterpillar letters, but if you would like to challenge yourself, I have uploaded some joined up words to Showbie for you to copy at home.
For activity 2, see if you can write some sentences about caterpillars and butterflies. Remember to use description and alliteration. Here is an example (alliteration shown in bold).
-Beautiful butterflies fly gracefully in my gorgeous garden.
See how many you can write. Try to aim for at least three sentences.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zkbfy9q
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to continue our work on measurement. Watch the video for today's lessons using the link below and complete the task uploaded onto Showbie. You could use the pen tool to edit the sheet, print of the document or write the answers on a piece of paper like we do at school!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is position and direction.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-position-&-direction/zhh9scw
Creative Afternoon
Research the life of Queen Victoria and write down some key facts about her life.
Use the information that you have collected to create a fact file about her life.
You could use one of the templates I have uploaded, create your own, or even use Book Creator or Poplet! Be Creative!
Think about:
- When she was born and when she died?
- How old she was when she was crowned Queen?
- How long did she reign for?
- Did she get married and have any children?
- Can you find any other interesting facts about Queen Victoria or her life?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zkrkscw/articles/zfdkhbk
Now you’ve found out more about Queen Victoria, it’s time to turn yourself into a King or Queen! Make yourself a crown and create your own royal portrait by dressing up and asking someone to take a picture.
Or
Paint a royal portrait of Queen Victoria. You might even like to create a golden frame for you portrait out of pasta!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 24th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Are you ready for another great day of home-learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
17
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Today we are going to focus on our reading. On your own or with an adult at home, read the tale of ‘The Lion and the Mouse’. As you read, highlight/discuss any words that you are unsure of. You could even use a dictionary to investigate what these words mean!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
It’s time for a Friday Maths challenge!
Visit the BBC Bitesize, where there are three challenges that you have been set by BBC Bitesize and White Rose Maths!... Can you complete the challenges?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zn9fy9q
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Let’s try learning some Spanish!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1--ks2-mfl-spanish-greetings-with-ben-shires/zfksqp3
Creative Afternoon
Today we are going to continue with our ‘Make a Mug, Make a Difference competition! I have uploaded activities 3 and 4 to Showbie.
Remember, don’t worry if you don’t have a printer at home. Complete each activity on paper and send me a photograph. I will organise preparing your entry form and send them off for you!
Royal Crown Derby’s
‘Make a Mug, Make a Difference’ campaign.
A competition is now open for young people to design a mug that celebrates the NHS. The winning mugs will then be produced by Royal Crown Derby who aim to make and sell 26,299 mugs, representing and celebrating every day that the NHS has been making our lives better since its formation on 5 July 1948 to its 72nd anniversary in 2020.
Royal Crown Derby are donating all profits to NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent appeal. The mugs are available to order now and personalised gift messaging is complimentary.
Watch the video to find out more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GtUCZ2rSd0&feature=youtu.be
or
Have fun in the sunshine creating some nature bugs! All you need is a couple of leaves, a pen and your imagination to turn a leaf, into a new exciting bug! Send me a picture of your creations!
Weekend Challenge!
COMIC RELIEF: THE 2.6 CHALLENGE
The Virgin Money London Marathon, which should have taken place on Sunday 26 April, is the world’s biggest one-day fundraising event. You don’t have to run a full marathon to be a hero fundraiser.
On Sunday 26th April 2020, take on a challenge of your choosing based around the numbers 2.6 or 26, and fundraise or donate to support the Big Night In. Charities need our support now more than ever. So, if you can make a donation (big or small), it would mean the world to them.
Please remember there is no pressure to donate, it’s completely up to you! You could walk, run or cycle 2.6 miles, juggle for 2.6 minutes, climb your stairs 26 times, or bake 26 cupcakes. The options are endless. Just be sure to follow Government guidelines on exercise and social distancing.
Here are a few ideas to get you thinking:
- Running challenge - Walk, run or jog 2.6 miles
- Yoga challenge - Stretch out and relax by completing 26 minutes of yoga
- Dog walk challenge - Take your dog out for a 26 minute walk and get some fresh air
- Fitness challenge - Get moving and feel stronger by completing 26 push ups, squats or lunges
- Virtual quiz - Host a virtual quiz with 26 questions to stay connected with friends and family
Visit https://www.twopointsixchallenge.co.uk for more ideas!
Take lots of photographs – I can’t wait to see what you have decided to do on Monday!
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 23rd April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Are you ready for another great day of home-learning!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
61
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to BBC English. Today we are going to focus on Creating lists in sentences and writing command sentences. Watch the videos and then have a go at the activities. I have uploaded a template to Showbie to help you with activity 2.
Activity 2: Write a set of instructions about how to look after a plant.
You will need to:
- write a mini introduction title to grab the attention of the reader. This could be a question like: 'Do you sometimes struggle with caring for plants? Read on to find out more.
- write clear instructions on how to look after plants
- organise your instructions using numbers and time words (first, next, then, last)
- Remember to use 'bossy verbs' in your sentences.
An example of your first instruction could be:
- First put your plant in a place where it is light.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zpbbkqt/articles/zbv72sg
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to think about measuring in metres. Click on the link below to watch the Measure length (m) which can be found in Summer Term - Week 1 – Lesson 4.
When you have watched the video, have a go at completing the uploaded task on Showbie or on a piece of paper. You may need a measuring tape, if you don’t have one, feel free to skip the question and go to the next one.
Don’t forget, if you have a printer, you could print out the worksheet and complete it alongside the video!
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is apostrophes!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-apostrophes-with-sasha-tyler/z49hd6f
Creative Afternoon
Royal Crown Derby’s
‘Make a Mug, Make a Difference’ campaign.
A competition is now open for young people to design a mug that celebrates the NHS. The winning mugs will then be produced by Royal Crown Derby who aim to make and sell 26,299 mugs, representing and celebrating every day that the NHS has been making our lives better since its formation on 5 July 1948 to its 72nd anniversary in 2020.
Royal Crown Derby are donating all profits to NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent appeal. The mugs are available to order now and personalised gift messaging is complimentary.
In addition, they hope that this campaign will give young people an engaging challenge, showcase creativity and encourage education about the NHS.
There will be two prize winners who will:
• Visit the Royal Crown Derby factory to see the mugs being made and receive the very first mug off the production line.
• Have a tour of the Palace of Westminster and will be presented with the first mug off the production line together with their framed artwork.
• Visit the V&A Museum in London where their mugs will be exhibited.
Watch the video to find out more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GtUCZ2rSd0&feature=youtu.be
See the entry booklet attached and get designing!
Don’t worry if you don’t have a printer at home. Complete each activity on paper and send me a photograph. I will organise preparing your entry form and send them off for you!
These links can also be found on Showbie in the Creative Activities folder.
Today, I would spend some time completing Activity 1 and 2 from the attached entry booklet and then take a little time to think before completing Activity 3 - the final design tomorrow!
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ! Why not send me a picture of you reading in an unusual place!
Have a fantastic day everyone!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Zoom Day!
Good morning, Class 2!
Are you ready for another great day of home-learning!
YOUR FIRST CHALLENGE OF THE DAY...
Who can help Mrs Hanham with her next reading choice?
Go to the Homepage of the website (www.walfordprimaryschool.co.uk), look at the Twitter feed and read 'all tweets'. Alternatively, ask your parents to help you by getting them to access the school Twitter feed (@WalfordSchool).
Can you find the link to take part in a poll to help Mrs Hanham decide what book to read next? If you find it, remember to 'like' it by pressing the 
button.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
99
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to BBC English. Today we are going to focus on adjectives. Watch the videos and then have a go at the online activities either using a pen and paper or by using the template I have uploaded to Showbie.
Activity 1 - Think about a new land that you would like to create - you can be really imaginative. Choose a name for your land and try to write some adjectives to describe what it looks like.
Activity 2 – Write a short chapter about what happens in your land? You could even create a character who you meet there.
- First write the name of your land (that will be the title of your story).
- You can then write some sentences describing what it is like there (you could use your adjectives from activity 1, if you'd like).
- Introduce a new character who lives in the land and explain what they do there. Are they kind or mean?
Remember to write in full sentences with capital letters and full stops at the end of your sentences.
Activity 3 – How will you travel to the new land that you have created? Draw a picture of what the journey would look like!
Once you've done this, think about who you would invite to join you in your new land. Write an invitation to invite one of your friends or family members to come and explore the land. Remember to include:
- the name of the person you're inviting
- directions on how to get there
- what time they will need to get there for
- a bit of detail about the land, but not too much! You want them to see it for themselves.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zpbbkqt/articles/zf6c47h
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Today we are going to think about measuring in cm. Click on the link below to watch the Measure length (cm) which can be found in Summer Term - Week 1 – Lesson 3.
When you have watched the video, have a go at completing the uploaded task on Showbie, or print out the worksheet and complete alongside the video!
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today's focus is money!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-money/zht4nrd
Creative Afternoon
Science
Watch the video about the seasons and day and night. Then complete the online activity and quiz.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zk9mxyc
When you are finished, create some shadow art using the sun and a range of interesting objects!... Don’t forget to send me a picture via Showbie! Top tip – If it’s a bit windy still, try taping the paper down.
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone - don't forget to look on Twitter at all of the hard work that is being completed by everyone! You should be so proud of yourselves!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 21st April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Wow, what can I say? I was blown away yesterday by all of your hard work! It was so great to catch up with you all and to see that you are ready for another week of home-learning!
YOUR FIRST CHALLENGE OF THE DAY...
Who has won a Walford Oscar?
Go to the Homepage of the website (www.walfordprimaryschool.co.uk), look at the Twitter feed and read 'all tweets'. Alternatively, ask your parents to help you by getting them to access school Twitter feed (@WalfordSchool).
Can you find the link to a special treat for you all? If you find it, remember to 'like' it by pressing the button.
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
23
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to BBC English. Today we are going to find out more information about The Magic Faraway Tree.
After you have watched the videos, you are going to imagine you have been to The Magic Faraway Tree and then write a diary entry about it.
I have uploaded an example for you to read and a template for you to use if you would like to, or just use a pen and paper!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zpbbkqt/articles/z7b72sg
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
Everyone was great at comparing yesterday, well done! Today we are going to compare money. Watch the video using the link below to refresh your mind about the values of different coins and then have a go at completing the task uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vs8F_g3MGtM
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Super Movers
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is days of the week!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-days-of-the-week/zd8njhv
Creative Afternoon
Geography
We are going to learn all about the United Kingdom.
Watch the clips to find out what countries make up the UK and the names of their capital cities!
When you have collected all of the information, I would like you to create a map of the UK! Don’t forget to label the countries and the capital cities too! ... Maybe you could even draw where your house would be on the map!
Try to be creative, you could make your map out of cardboard, sheets, paint or even use chalk outside!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z42pnrd
Story Time
Remember to read, read, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Have a fantastic day everyone! J
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 20th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you had a fantastic Easter Break and you are feeling refreshed ready to start our first REMOTE summer term! We might not be together but we are going to continue to have lots of fun!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or maybe try some Cosmic Kids Yoga- a relaxing yoga/mindfulness session can be a great way to unwind and stretch if you are not feeling a high-energy work out!
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Number of the Day:
77
- How many ways can you make this number?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Follow the link to today’s BBC English lesson to learn about genres, subordinating conjunctions and prediction.
I have uploaded a template to Showbie for Activity 3.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zhqsf4j
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at 10:30am and spellings at 10:45am.
Maths
This week we are going to do some flashbacks to earlier on in the year to refresh our skills!
Today is comparing numbers. Click on the link to refresh your memory and then complete the task uploaded to Showbie.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka9zbPcqXBI
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is telling the time!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-telling-the-time/zk4t8xs
Creative Afternoon
History
This afternoon we are going to learn how to be historians and find out about what schools were like in the past. Click on the link below to watch the videos about being a historian and how to interview.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrb492p
Now it’s time to interview someone. Write down 5 questions that you would like to find out about schools in the past. You could interview an adult at home, or call someone!
Record your findings and let us know what interesting facts you have managed to find out! I have uploaded a template on Showbie to help you with this!
Story Time
Remember that it is so important to read, read, read!
Why not enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl. When you have finished the book, there are some short activities to check your understanding of the text.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free audio books to download too!
I look forward to seeing what you get up to today!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday, 17th April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It is the Easter Holidays, but if you’d still like some activities, we will still be here everyday! Remember, you can do as much, or as little as you’d like. Don’t forget to post on Showbie to keep making me smile.
Remember, you can also use your usernames and passwords for the following:
- Times Tables Rock Stars / Numbots
Numbots has been added to your TTRS account J - Education City
- Classroom Secrets Kids
- Sumdog (this is new and I have posted your account details on Showbie)
Enjoy choosing some of the activities below. All documents are attached at the end. Remember to share as many photos as you can on Showbie – I can’t wait to see them!
Physical Activity / Well-Being
Choose a different activity each day. How many can you complete before the end of the holiday? The document is attached below
Daily Hunt
Today's challenge is to have a go at creating your own scavenger hunt checklist! What will you put on your checklist for others to find?
I've left yesterday's scavenger hunt below, to give you some ideas!
White Rose Maths Easter Fun
You will find some lovely activities to do at home by following this link:
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/easter-fun/
Rewarding Reading
See how many activities you can complete…
Document attached below!
Remember to do lots of reading too! READ, READ, READ! Audible and Amazon are now offering free books to download too!
David Walliams is also offering a free audio book each day at 11.00am – follow the link:
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
Send me some photos of your favourite location when reading at home.
Easter Activities
Complete as many activities as possible…
Document is attached below!
Lego / STEM Challenges
Which ones will you complete today?
Also attached is a document full of activities to complete in the garden. Have a look and have a go!
I look forward to seeing what you produce today! Send me your creations on Showbie or via email!
Have a good day!
Best wishes
Miss Hale
Easter Fun Activities!
Home-Learning!
Friday 3rd April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you are ready for another great day.
Can you believe that you have successfully completed 2 weeks of home-learning already!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE – Are you ready to be energised? If you want to join in with Joe again this morning then here’s the link once again for you to follow at 9am…
Its Fancy Dress Friday! So dress up ready for your PE lesson!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Word of the Day:
optimistic
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Sentence Stacking
Get your pen and paper ready…
At 9:45am, get ready to join Jane Considine’s Super Sentence Stacking English lesson. She will provide you a writing task following in the lesson at 10:30am. Don’t forget to upload a picture of your sentences to Showbie or email them to me. I can’t wait to see them!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5RyH77-SQQ
If you would like to watch todays video clip first, click on the link below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjqiU5FgsYc
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Fractions
Everyone did an amazingly with our Maths challenge yesterday! You found so many ways to make half!! Let’s have a go at lesson 3 today!
Follow this link at any time to a live White Rose Maths lesson (these are available throughout the day and do not have a set time).
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/
Have a go at Week 1 - Lesson 3 called ‘Finding a half’.
Watch the short video and then have a go at completing the worksheet uploaded to Showbie.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about capacity and valume!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-capacity-volume/zj8njhv
Creative Afternoon
Science
Yesterday we learnt about food chains. Clink on the link below if you would like to refresh your memory and watch yesterday’s video!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/z96r82p
Today I would like us to get creative!
From yesterday’s lesson, you should have written down some food chains. I would like you to think of the most creative way to display your food chain. Use whatever you have at home! I have uploaded some ideas to Showbie.
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s ‘Spread the Happiness’ challenge is to put on a show for your family! It could be telling jokes, singing a song or doing a dance. Why not video all/phone someone in your extended family (Nanna, Grandpa, Aunty, Uncle) and put a smile on their face too?
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
I hope you all have a Fabulous Friday! I can't wait to see all of your fantastic learning later!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 2nd April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Yesterday was another great day, I am so impressed with every person who watched the live White Rose Maths lessons and completed the questions. I have also received so many videos from people who spent some time yesterday making music videos! I can wait to show them to you all!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE – Are you ready to be energised? If you want to join in with Joe again this morning then here’s the link once again for you to follow at 9am…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Word of the Day:
tremendous
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Big Write
In 1937, the famous Amelia Earhart took off to start her round the world trip.
You are going to imagine that you were there. I want you to write a description of what you saw, heard and felt – this is called an eye witness account. Remember to use powerful adjectives and adverbs.
I have uploaded a template with key words to Showbie and some pictures with a word bank to help you discuss/think about what it would have been like
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKP_pgXFH6k
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Fractions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017kztf
Paper halving challenge! How many ways can you find half using 1 piece of paper?
You can fold, cut or draw on the piece of paper to show the halves, but you have to use it all!
Key questions that you can ask to support your child and assess their understanding of what a half really is!
- Tell me about your halves.
- How do you know this is a half?
- Can you find some other ways of halving the paper?
Your child may need support folding, cutting and/or drawing as well as any measuring.
A further explanation of the challenge can be found here -
https://nrich.maths.org/13059/note
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about speaking French!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1--ks2-mfl-french-greetings-with-ben-shires/zdpdvk7
Creative Afternoon
Science
We have all worked really hard this week to learn about animals and their habitats. Today I would like you to conduct some research ready for tomorrow’s lesson.
Watch this video about food chains and think about;
- What is a food chain?
- What does it show?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/z96r82p
Now I would like you to try and have a go at writing your own food chains – challenge yourself to find a food chain with 3 living things and then one with 4.
grass – cow – human (This food chain has 3 living things)
You could even use one from the video to help you. We will need this information for tomorrow’s lesson!
Once you’re happy with your food chains, have a go completing The Food Chain Challenge game!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zbnnb9q/articles/zsphrwx
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to have an indoor tea party!
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 1st April 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you are ready for another great day. Well done to everyone who took part in the microhabitat hunt yesterday. We all found so many creatures and I loved seeing your pictures. Some were a little scary though, especially the pictures of spiders!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE – Are you ready to be energised? If you want to join in with Joe again this morning then here’s the link once again for you to follow at 9am…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Word of the Day:
approach
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Book Review
Reading is really important and a great way to get lost in your own imagination.
Write a book review for a book that you have recently read to share with the rest of the class, who knows, they may decide to read it too!
This could have been a book on Oxford Owl, a book you have at home or even an audio book. Make sure you write a sentence on –
- What the story is about
- Whether you enjoyed the book
- How many stars you would give it out of 5
I have uploaded a template to Showbie and via email to help you.
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Fractions
Everyone did so well with the Maths yesterday, I was so impressed!
Have a go at Week 1 - Lesson 2 called ‘Recognise a half’.
Follow this link at any time to a live White Rose Maths lesson (these are available throughout the day and do not have a set time).
Watch the short video and then have a go at completing the worksheet uploaded to Showbie.
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is about the importance of ready aloud!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-reading-aloud-with-the-worst-witch/zh6cpg8
Creative Afternoon
Music
It’s time to be creative with another song from Mrs West. Sing this great chilled-out song by Bob Marley, try to learn the actions too! You could even make a short music video by getting dressed up and asking someone to record you! Email me your videos and we can send everyone the positive message!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ore4obZ3BEA
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to make a card for someone at home!
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 30th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
Thank you for all of the lovely pictures I received yesterday of your habitat posters, they really blew my socks off! They all had lots of great information on.
Well done for those of you who tried Times Table Rock Stars for the first time, I know it can be tricky but remember, we need to practice something 1,000 times before we can do it!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE – Cosmic Kids Yoga – Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-BS87NTV5I
Word of the Day:
reluctantly
- Can you use a dictionary to find out what this word means?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Grammar
I have attached the next part of the story from Axel and his friends to email and I have uploaded it to Showbie.
Read the next part of the story and see if you can spot all of the verbs, then have a go at filling in the missing words!
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Fractions
Follow this link at any time to a live White Rose Maths lesson (these are available throughout the day and do not have a set time).
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/
Have a go at Week 1 - Lesson 1 called ‘Make Equal Parts’.
Watch the short video and then have a go at completing the worksheet uploaded to Showbie. I have also attached the worksheet to email if you would prefer to print it.
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is fractions!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-fractions-with-joe-tracini/zmjy2sg
Creative Afternoon
Science:
Microhabitats
Yesterday we learnt about habitats. Habitats are the natural place where animals live. In the habitat, the animal will have everything it needs to be happy and healthy. They will have air, water, food and shelter.
Watch this video to see if you can guess the natural habitats of the animals!
Today we are going to learn about microhabitats. A microhabitat is a very small habitat where a tiny handful of animals or plants live e.g. rock pools, rotting logs, under large stones or hedgerows!
Have a look at this video to see some of the creatures you may find –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSp_meUwug4
Time to go out into your garden to hunt for some microhabitats! Maybe you will find some minibeasts!
Record the creatures that you find in your garden. You could do this by recording them on a piece of paper, taking photos on your tablet of the creatures or of you busy hunting. If you would like to, you could even use the grid that I have uploaded to Showbie! Have fun!
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is phone a friend or family member to say hello.
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Monday 29th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you all had a great weekend and that you are ready for a new week!
Morning Wake Up, Shake Up
PE
Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Word of the Day:
stern
- What does this word mean?
- Can you use a dictionary to find this word?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Explain to someone at home what this word means.
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Sentence Stacking
Get your pen and paper ready…
At 9:45am, get ready to join Jane Considine’s Super Sentence Stacking English lesson. She will provide you a writing task following in the lesson at 10:30am. Don’t forget to upload a picture of your sentences to Showbie or email them to me. I can’t wait to see them!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDNVCP45l5c&list=UUuaq74gHBALPcb1nbJ1EF2Q
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Times Table Rock Stars
Over the weekend, I have set you all up with Times Table Rock Stars account!
Your task today is to try and log in using your username and password and have a go at practising the times tables that you have been set.
You can access Time Table Rock Stars using the link below, or you can download the app from your app store.
To find your username and password, log into Showbie!
Afternoon Wake Up, Shake Up
Follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit. Today is the importance of self-belief!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-pshe-believe-with-naomi-wilkinson/zjchd6f
Creative Afternoon
Science:
Habitats
Click on the link below to watch a YouTube clip about habitats. When you are watching, think about;
- What is a habitat?
- What must a habitat provide for the animals?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrSWYE37MJs
Now use the BBC Bitesize link below to explore habitats further.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zx882hv
Choose one habitat to create a poster about. Choose from woodland, polar, ocean, rainforest, costal or urban. You could make your poster on the iPad using Book Creator/Popplet/Pages or you could use paper, pens and paint and take a photo!
Make sure your poster has:
- An eye catching bold title naming your habitat
- Information to tell the reader what a habitat is and what it needs to provide
- Pictures of what the habitat looks like and the animals that live there
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to write a thank you note for someone who has helped you at home!
Story Time
Remember to do lots of reading too! READ, READ, READ!
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
Send me some photos of your favourite location when reading at home.
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Friday 27th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope you are all ready for Fabulous Friday!
Thank you to everyone who sent me a beautiful rainbow yesterday! They really made me smile. Make sure you put them up in your window so that others can see them too!
Wake Up, Shake Up
PE – Let’s continue our yoga journey today! At school, Kate has taught us so many moves – see if you can remember them! Today’s adventure is Minecraft!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02E1468SdHg
Follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit: Question marks and exclamation marks today!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-question-exclamation-marks-with-karim-hacker/zkrx92p
Online Activities / Live Lessons
Number of the Day: 65
- How many ways can you make this number?
English - Recount
This week has truly been a historic moment. Schools are shut, children are learning at home and your adults have become fantastic teachers!
As a way to remember this important moment in history, I would like you to write a recount about your first week.
What has it been like? How have you felt? What’s your favourite thing that you have done this week?
I have uploaded a ‘Steps to Success’ to Showbie to help you think about the features of a recount.
Once you’ve written your recount, upload it to Showbie and keep it in a safe place. One day it might become an important historical artefact!
Phonics - Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths – Have fun practicing your number bonds, doubles halves and times tables at home! Let me know your top scores!
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
Creative Afternoon
Music – Let’s have some fun listening to some music and learning a new song that has been kindly sent to us by Mrs West the music teacher!
- Can you spot the changes in the lyrics each time?
- Have a go at joining in with the song.
- Can you put the signs in too?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki5aBXEEdRU&list=PL26F918F280D50EAD&index=7
It would be great to see some videos of you learning the song and joining in with the actions – short videos/photos can be uploaded via Showbie, for longer videos, these can be emailed. I can’t wait to hear you singing!
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to help someone in the kitchen with the cooking!
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl. When you have finished the book, there are some short activities to check your understanding of the text.
I am looking forward to hearing from you all later!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Thursday 26th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
It's another lovely day outside, the sun it still shining for us. Try to make the most of it by getting out into your garden. If you have a laptop or a tablet, you could even try doing your PE lesson/Super Movers outside!
I hope that you are ready for another day of fun and adventure at home! Thank you to everyone who has been uploading their hard work to Showbie. I have loved looking at your work and your beautiful natural sculptures and your creative flying machines! A big well done to everyone!
Wake Up, Shake Up
PE - Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-length-height/zdrx92p
Online Activities / Live Lessons
Number of the Day: 49
- How many ways can you make this number?
English – Watch the short fantasy film ‘Adrift’. After watching the clip, see if you can finish their story by writing some sentences about what happens next…
Think about –
- What they might say to each other?
- Where they might go?
- What happens when they get there?
- Will they stay together?
- How they feel at the end?
https://www.literacyshed.com/adrift.html
Phonics - Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths –White Rose 10 times table problem solving – see attached sheets, complete via Showbie or record your answers on paper – just like we do at school!
Creative Afternoon
Geography
In Geography, we are learning about the world.
Today I would like you to research a continent of your choice and write down some key facts. You may like to create a poster or draw/paint some pictures to go with your facts.
Think about -
- How many countries are in Asia? What do their flags look like?
- What country is the biggest/smallest?
- How many people live there?
- What types of animals live there?
- What is the weather like?
Visit the link to sing along to the continent song!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6DSMZ8b3LE
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to make a rainbow.
Some children are putting up rainbows in their windows so that when people are on their daily walk, they can see how many they can spot. If you haven’t made one already, why not make one for your window today?
Take a photo of your rainbow in the window and send it to me to make us all smile!
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl.
I am looking forward to seeing more of your fantastic photos today!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Wednesday 25th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope that you are all well and looking forward to completing some exciting home learning tasks today.
Wake Up, Shake Up
PE - Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-pshe-right-and-wrong-with-naomi-wilkinson/zvmcpg8
Online Activities / Live Lessons
Number of the Day: 31
- How many ways can you make this number?
English – Have a go at today’s grammar challenge. I have attached it via email and I have uploaded it to Showbie.
Watch this video to help you remember the difference between an adjective, a noun and a verb!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxrxUyxMnxA
Phonics - Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths – Today we are going to do an investigation! You have been given 2 statements to investigate to find out if they are true or false. These can be found on Showbie or attached to your daily email.
Remember that when we investigate, you need to try at least 4 number sentences for each statement and then write a sentence for what you have found out. Is it always true, sometimes true or never true… Prove it!
Creative Afternoon
Design Technology – In History, we have been learning about flight. Your task is to create your own flying machine. You could try to make a hot air balloon, a glider, an aeroplane or even a rocket ship!
You could make your flying machine out of Lego, recycled material or even plastic bags. Have fun creating and don’t forget to send me a picture!
You may want to watch ‘Maddie’s Do you know?’ to find out more about how aeroplanes work!
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to tell someone a joke to make them smile.
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl. When you have finished the book, there are some short activities to check your understanding of the text.
Remember to adhere to the new social distancing measures and stay at home!
I can’t wait to receive photos of your hard work later! Why not try to send me a video or a voice note today!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
Tuesday 24th March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope that you are all well and looking forward to completing some exciting home learning tasks today. Thank you to everyone who sent me pictures and videos to show me what they were getting up to yesterday! If you haven't already, why not have a go uploading a photo using your Showbie.
Wake Up, Shake Up
PE - Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Or follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-english-silent-letters-with-marlon-wallen/zmkpwty
Online Activities / Live Lessons
Number of the Day: 87
- How many ways can you make this number?
English – Big Write: In Literacy and Language we have been reading the story ‘Chocolate Planet’. In the story was a ferocious moon dog! Your task is to create your own fantasy monster. Write some sentences to describe what it looks like, how it moves and what it likes to eat! Don’t forget to use interesting adjectives. You could even bring your creature to life by drawing or painting a picture! See Showbie for an example.
Phonics - Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths – White Rose 5 times table problem solving – see attached sheets, complete via Showbie or record your answers on paper – just like we do at school!
Creative Afternoon
Art – sculpture: Andy Goldwrothy. Create some natural sculptures using natural materials. See your Showbie for more information!
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to grab everyone in your house and do the ‘Hokey Cokey!’
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl. When you have finished the book, there are some short activities to check your understanding of the text.
I can't wait to hear from you!
Have a great day,
Miss Hale
Monday 23rd March 2020
Good morning, Class 2!
I hope that you are all well and looking forward to completing some exciting home learning tasks today. I am in school teaching today, but I will catch up with all emails and Showbie uploads tomorrow!
Wake Up, Shake Up
PE - Visit Joe Wicks’ YouTube channel at 9:00 for a daily PE lesson to get you moving, and feeling energised…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ
Don’t forget to follow this link to the BBC Super Movers website where you can practise your learning whilst keeping fit:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks1-maths-number-bonds-with-martin-dougan/zf6cpg8
Word of the Day:
creature
- What does this word mean?
- Can you use a dictionary to find this word?
- Can you use it in a sentence?
- Explain to someone at home what this word means.
Number of the Day:
50
- How many ways can you make this number?
- Can you use addition, subtraction or multiplication?
- Can you represent it using a Part Whole model or Bar Model?
- Can you use anything at home e.g. pennies, toys or Lego etc. to represent it?
Online Activities / Live Lessons
English
Sentence Stacking
Get your pen and paper ready…
At 9:45am, get ready to join Jane Considine’s Super Sentence Stacking English lesson. She will provide you a writing task following in the lesson at 10:30am. Don’t forget to upload a picture of your sentences to Showbie or email them to me. I can’t wait to see them!
https://www.youtube.com/user/Devouefrenchbulldogs/featured
Phonics
Follow this link to daily Read Write Inc. Phonics lessons for set 3 sounds at either 10:30am or 1:30pm…
Maths
Counting in 2, 5 and 10
- Can you count in 2s to 20, in 5s to 50 and in 10s to 100?
- What do you notice about each sequence? Is there a pattern?
- Can you write a rule?
- If you carried on counting in 2, 5 or 10 would you say the number 90? Explain how you know. Think about the digits you can see and if it fits your rule.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_yUC1NCFkE
- You can also visit the homework section on Education City and complete the multiplication games!
Creative Afternoon
Yesterday, March 22nd, was International Water Day! We are very lucky to have access to fresh running water, whenever we need it. How many different ways do you use water in your everyday life? Have a look on Showbie for support.
Everyday thousands of litres of water are wasted – can you create poster or invent a device that will help people to save water? Upload your ideas to Showbie or email them me!
Can you make someone smile today?
- Today’s Spread the Happiness Challenge is to play ‘Hide and Seek’ with someone at home! J
Story Time
Enjoy a story from the eBooks available on Oxford Owl. When you have finished the book, there are some short activities to check your understanding of the text.
Audible and Amazon are now offering free audio books to download too!
I have opened lots of different folders today on Showbie, so please remember to send photos or videos of your work! I look forward to seeing your hard work!
Best wishes,
Miss Hale
- Walford Nursery & Primary School,
- Walford, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire,
- HR9 5SA, admin@walford.hereford.sch.uk, 01989 562209