Year 2
Welcome to Y2!
General Information
Staff:
Teachers: Mrs Barker and Mr Jones-Davies
Teaching Assistants: Mrs Smith and Mrs Riley
P.E:
Children will come to school dressed in their uniform and will bring their PE kit in a labelled bag.
Some PE sessions will take place outside unless there are extreme weather conditions i.e. ice, snow or heavy rain.
Please ensure they have the appropriate kit e.g. jogging bottoms/leggings and a jumper/hoodie.
Homework:
Home learning menus are given out at the start of every half term highlighting activities and projects the children can complete based on their current topic.
Each half term, children will be encouraged to complete homework from a 'homework menu' from their class teacher. This will be a range of activities relating to their current topic that parents can complete with their children.
Please do share photographs of your children carrying out the tasks by sharing them with the year group's Twitter page.
Home Learning
Subject Knowledge Organisers
For more information around subject coverage, knowledge and skills, head on over to our Foundation Subjects section on the website which can be found here.
Topics covered:
Spring 2
How is Nigeria similar and different to the UK?
This half term we will be continuing to explore and travel the world! Our learning will take us to discover the continent Africa and the country Nigeria. We will use geographical language to discuss human and physical features to compare the similarities and differences of the UK and Nigeria. We will also be able to use our knowledge of habitats to discover where some of the animals like to live in these places.
Books to enjoy at home!
Spring 2
Class Three All At Sea by Julia Jarman
On the day Class Three went to sea, they saw donkeys dancing on the quay. They saw soggy sea lions skimming stones, but they didn't see the skull and crossbones! Watch Class Three as they sail away, unaware of the pirates in their wake! Will they become helpless captives, or will they manage to outwit the fearsome crew?
The Green Ship by Quentin Blake
When two bold adventurers climb over the wall to explore the overgrown garden next door, the discover a ship made of bushes, with tall, thin trees for masts. They also meet marvellous Mrs Tredegar, who turns them into a fully trained crew, and with their imaginations at the ready, they embark on a series of glorious voyages.
Nigeria: A Children’s Book To Learn About Nigeria by Josephine Grant
Introduce young readers to the wonders of Nigeria with this beautiful book. This captivating book takes children on an educational journey through the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of Nigeria.
The book begins with a Factfile which includes interesting information about Nigeria such as where the country is located, as well as major cities and climates. The reader will meet the characters Abiola, Adedayo, Nkechi and Halima who will take them on an exciting tour through the beautiful country, and introduce them to their families and the homes they live in; from Bungalows and Mansions to rural homes.