English -Exploring instructional writing  

This term we are writing to inform. Using different texts to inspire us (SSH!    and Until I Met Dudley), we will create instructions and non-chronological reports. We look forward to sharing them with you. This week we have explored appropriate imperative verbs.

Maths- Exploring length in cm and mm.

We continue our Maths learning about measuring and calculating the perimeter of shapes. The children have been able to use the rulers accurately

Science - Exploring how the stem transports nutrients to the leaves

Do all plants need exactly the same?

This term we will work as Biologists as we build on our learning from Key Stage 1 about plants.

History

Were the Romans civilised?

Working as Historians, we will learn about the Roman Empire and what led to their success. This will enable us to answer the big question, looking at how the Romans were civilised. This week, we began with learning where the Roman empire spread to and how,

RE

What is the Trinity?

This term we continue to explore the Trinity and Incarnation through our study of the Bible and what the Gospels tell us.

Music - Learning how to strum the ukulele

How can the ukulele make different sounds?

This will be our first opportunity to learn more about the ukulele, playing it in different ways and building on our knowledge of playing ocarinas in Key Stage 1. This week we learnt how to hold it and how to strum the strings.

Design Technology - Learning how to stitch - back stitch and running stitch

How is innovation important when designing a new product?

Working as Innovators, we will be designing and making aprons. This will enable us to further our knowledge of sewing and the use of different stitches and their purpose.

PSHE

Can your personal strengths and differences change over time?

This term we continue to answer this big question as we build our knowledge further about keeping ourselves healthy through adopting healthy lifestyle choices. This week, we have created an information page all about ourselves.

French - learning numbers to 31

Quel est la date du ton anniversaire?

Continuing to learn French, we will explore numbers and months as we are able to share our birthday with others in French.

PE- Dance

This term we begin our dance learning by exploring the theme of superheroes. We have had great fun learning a set routine to begin with and then adding in our own superhero moves!