English

We will begin the half term by reading the text ‘Bog Baby’. Our end of term aim is to write a fantasy narrative based on this story and a recipe for a snack for our Bog Baby. 

Guided Reading 

Those that have reached the end of RWI will discuss the book ‘Rabbit and Bear’. We will ask different questions about what we have read and begin to use the text to help us answer questions. 

Maths

At the start half term we will continue to focus on multiplication and division. We will then focus on fractions and then finish the half term focusing on place value. Our lessons will concentrate on problems solving skills and developing our understanding of number.

Science

In our science we will be learning about animals and their habitats. Year 1 children will be learning about animals needs and how to group animals. Year 2 children will be focusing on habitats and micro habitats.

History

We will continue to learn about rescues and heroes. We will be finding out about our local RNLI, Henry Bloggs ‘the greatest lifeboatman’ and Grace Darling. 

Our PE days this term are Monday and Wednesday. Please make sure children come in school PE kit wearing school shoes and bring a spare pair of shoes e.g. trainers to change into

We will continue with our weekly woodland sessions on a Tuesday, however, as the weather is unpredictable this time of year we will not go if it is too cold or wet. Class dojo will be updated weekly to inform you. But children will need appropriate clothing and footwear, especially as it is muddy in the woods!

Throughout the school there is an expectation that all children read every day. We understand that it can be tiring being at school and then going home to do reading. We do not expect your child to read all their book in one night, but we would like you to do at least 5 minutes reading every day. Please remember to record reading in your child's reading record. We check reading records regularly and we will move their book worm around the race track, children will be rewarded when they reach certain levels on our book worm race!

Children in Year 1 are still entitled to free school meals. Lunch boxes need to be placed on the Year 1 trolley at the start of the school day. All school lunch meals need to be ordered on Scopay by midnight the night before8.30am. At break time your child is more than welcome to bring in a healthy snack in a labelled container. Children will also need a labelled water bottle to have in class.