Term 5 Week 1

In Maths this week, we are learning to tell the time using an analogue clock. If you would like to practise this skill more at home, please start by watching this video: 

Y2 Summer Block 2 TS3 Tell the time past the hour on Vimeo

Now try the attached work sheet. We have also included the answers so you can check your own work. 

Term 4 Week 6

In English this week, we are going to explore how to record direct speech in pieces of narrative. First, we will create speech bubbles for two characters in our class quest. Next, we will explore how we can use nad apply the rules of speech punctuation to turn our bubbles into a complete section of narrative. 

In Phonics, we are learning the tricky words 'England' and 'tongue'. We are also learning to add the -ing and -ed suffix to root words. 

In Maths we are going to continue to explore fractions. First we will work on finding the whole when we have been given a fraction of a shape or amount. Next, we will learn about the difference between unit and non-unit fractions. Finally, we will explore the equivalence between one half and two quarters. 

In Time and Place, we will complete our pieces of explanation writing explaining the events leading up to the Norman Invasion of England. 

We will also complex RE, PE, Design and the Arts, Guided Reading and Number Fluency sessions this week as well as going on a trip to Tonbridge Castle. If you have any questions about these activities, please do not hesitate to ask, 

Term 4 Week 5

In Maths this week we are focusing on fractions. Please start by watching this learning video: 

Y2 Summer Block 1 TS5 Recognise a quarter on Vimeo

Now, have a go at the attached work sheet. 

Term 4 Week 4

In English this week, we are going to focus on writing short sections of narrative. We are going to focus our attention on Chapter 3 of the class quest- the part of the story where Sir Jake tricks the Witch and turns the frog back into a prince. We will begin by creating simple sentences to retell the story and then move on to using conjunctions to add additional clauses. 

In Phonics, we are going to focus on using 'mb' to make the/m/sound. We will learn the tricky words famous and shoe. We will also learn how to use a dictionary to look up the meaning of words. 

In Maths, we are going to turn our attention to fractions. We are going to explore the concept of equal and unequal groups. Next, we will focus on how to recognise and find half of shapes, amounts and distances. 

In Time and Place, we are going to focus on the year 1066 and the battle for the English crown. We will look at the main claimants to the throne and explore the events surrounding the Norman invasion of Britain. 

We will also complete Number Fluency, Guided Reading, PE, RE and Design and the Arts activities as well. If you would like to know more about these activities please do not hesitate to contact us via the class email address.     

Term 4 Week 2

If you would like an extra Maths challenge, please have a go at this enrich activity:

Doubling Fives (maths.org)

We would love to see what you find out!

Term 4 Week 2

In English and Communication this week, we are going to create character descriptions for the dragon in our class quest. We will use and apply all of the skills that we over the last two weeks to create these character descriptions. 

In Phonics, we will be focusing on 'ture' making the /chure/ sound. Our grammar focus will be on creating questions, commands, statements and exclamation sentences. The tricky words we will be spelling this week are 'delicious' and 'fruit'.

In Guided Reading, we will be answering comprehension questions relating to In to the Woods by Anthony Browne. 

In Maths, we will finish out work on multiplication and division by focusing on choosing efficient methods to complete multiplication and division problems. Then, we will turn our attention to measuring length and height. 

In Science and Computing, we will use and apply the learning from last week about dissolving to complete a scientific investigation based around events from our class quest. 

In Time and Place, we will compare and contrast different types of castles and attempt to use skills of historical enquiry to put castles into chronological order. 

We will also be completing PE, RE, Number Fluency and Design and the Arts activities. If you have any questions about these activities or anything relating to your child's learning, please do not hesitate to contact us via the class email address. 

beech@st-barnabas.kent.sch.uk