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This week we would like you to have a go at this grouping activity.
Start by watching the following video:
Spr2.3.4 - Make equal groups - grouping on Vimeo
Then complete the attached activity. We have also attached the answers so that you can check your work.
This week we are turning our attention towards the Time and Place element of the Year 2 curriculum. First, we are going to explore maps of Europe and locate Britain. Next, we are going to explore the concepts of invasion and settlement. We will create class definitions of these key historical terms and use sorting and discussion activities to deepen our understanding of these concepts. Next, we will explore the Norman invasion and the battle for the crown of England in 1066. We will explore the motivations of movements of the three main claimants for the throne and use historical and directional vocabulary to explain these events.
In Maths, we will revisit the grouping and sharing techniques that we learned in order to complete division problems. We will explore the concept of efficiency and make generalisations about which technique is more efficient for different types of division problems. We will also revisit the various techniques we learned to complete multiplication problems. Finally, we will use and apply all of these skills to solve arithmetic and reasoning problems for multiplication and division.
In Science and Computing we will complete a dissolving investigation to make discoveries which will help Sir Fred on his quest.
We will also complete Guiding Reading, Spelling, Number Fluency, RE, PE and Design and the Arts lessons.
If you would like to know more about any of these activities, please do not hesitate to contact us via the class email address.
In English this week we are going to continue to focus on instruction writing. We are going to turn our attention to the part of our story where Sir Fred defeats the dragon. First, we will focus on creating an introduction and a ‘You Will Need’ section. Next, we will focus on creating detailed instructions which include sequencing vocabulary, adverbial phrases, imperative verbs and conjunctions. Finally, we will create a short conclusion to complete our instructions.
In Maths we will focus our attention on division. We will introduce pupils to the ÷ symbol and explore two different methods of solving division problems; grouping and sharing. We will use manipulatives to represent these two methods before teaching pupils how to use more efficient ways of recording their thinking. Finally, we will use and apply this understanding to solve arithmetic and reasoning problems involving division.
In Science and Computing we will continue to focus on Digital Photography. We are going to focus on what constitutes a good photograph and the role that lighting plays.
We will also complete Spelling, Handwriting, Guided Reading, Number Fluency, PE, Design and the Arts, and RE activities as well. If you would like to find out more about any of these activities, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.
Term 3 Week 4
I have attached a list of all the tricky words that we have been focusing on over the last 4 weeks.
Step 1: Read the least and make sure you can fluently read these words. Remember, they are tricky words so we don't want to be using our phonics skills to read them.
Step 2: Underline any words which you struggled to read. Write them on flashcards and put them up in your room. Try and read them every time you see them.
Step 3: Take the first 10 words on the list.
the
a
are
is
I
he
she
we
my
do
How many of these can you spell accurately? Get a member of your family to test you.
Step 4: Make a list of the words which you struggled to spell. Practise spelling them regularly using the Read, Say, Cover, Write, Check technique.
Step 5: When you are ready, move on to the next 10 spellings.
This week we are learning all about multiplication. Use your multiplication skills to have a go at the attached problems. Remember, the answers are attached if you need them and you can always ask for help!
In English this week we are going to continue to focus on instruction writing. We are going to turn our attention to the second part of our Knight’s quest and produce a piece of writing which will provide instructions for Sir Fred on how to get through The Scary Forest. First, we will write an introduction and a ‘You Will Need Section’. Next, we will use sequencing vocabulary, adverbial phrases and conjunctions to add detail to simple instructions. Finally, we will write a short conclusion to complete our writing.
In Maths, we will continue to focus on equal groups but with a clear focus on Multiplication. First, we will explore how we can use physical manipulatives such as numicon, base 10 and coins to help solve multiplication problems. Next, we will explore how such physical objects can be replaced by more efficient types of notation. Finally, we will put our multiplication skills to the test be solving 1 and then 2-step problems.
In Science and Computing, we are going to continue our focus on digital photography. We are going to focus on what makes a great photo and develop an understanding of framing in landscape and portrait.
We will also complete Guided Reading, Number Fluency, Spelling, PE, RE, Design and the Arts and PHSCE activities as well If you would like to know more about any of these activities, please contact us via the class email address.
This week we have been learning all about arrays.
Watch this learning video and then have a go at the attached activity.
Spr2.2.1 - Using arrays on Vimeo
This week we would like you to have a go at the attached instruction writing activity.
Don't forget to get in touch if you need help!
In English this week, we are turning our attention towards a new genre of writing- instruction writing. First, we will play some games to familiarise ourselves with how instruction sentences are structured. We will focus on the use of imperative verbs and how to use them to create simple clear instructions. Next, we will write simple sentences providing instructions for how our hero should complete their quest. Finally, we will explore how these simple instructions can be enhanced in order to create complete pieces of instruction writing.
In Maths, we will continue to focus on working with equal groups. We will turn our attention towards arrays and in particular how equal groups can be represented as rows and columns. We will focus on building arrays and also recording our representations with the x symbol. Finally, we will explore how our understanding of equal groups can be used to solve 1 and 2-step problems involving arrays.
In Science and Computing we are going to begin a digital photography unit of work. We will focus on how to take and edit digital photographs.
We will also take part in PE, Design and the Arts and RE lessons.
If you would like to find out more about any of the learning activities taking place this week, please contact us directly using the class email address.
These are a set of extra home learning activities for Year 2 pupils to complete. They are totally optional and families can complete as many of these activities as they like. If you complete an activity, you can either send it in via the home learning book or send it to us via the class email address. If you have any questions or queries relating to these activities or any issue relating to home learning, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.
Here are the tricky words that we have been revisiting over the last two weeks. Make sure you can read them and practise the ones that you find tricky. Now practise spelling them. Use the read, say, cover write, check approach to guide your practise.
the
a
are
is
I
he
she
we
my
do
to
of
were
was
his
has
here
there
This week we are going to focus on making and recording equal and unequal groups. Please watch this learning video and then have a go at these questions.
Aut2.12.2 - Make equal groups on Vimeo
