Weekly Timetable:
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| Chn wear PE Kit to school |
Welcome to Year 2’s homepage. Year 2 is going to be a jam-packed year of exciting learning, trips and performances. In Year 2 we build upon our love of learning and grow to become more independent – ready for the Juniors! We will follow our varied interests and develop our many talents. On our class blog, you will find photos of all our trips, fun workshops and learning as well as exciting events.
Year 2 Team
Class Teacher: Ms Doades
Teaching Assistants: Ms Bergin and Mr Freemantle
Summer 1
This half term, we will be exploring exciting new learning across the curriculum. In Geography, our topic is Journeys: Food, where we will discover where our food comes from and the journeys it takes before it reaches our plates.
In Science, we will be learning about materials, exploring their properties and investigating what different objects are made from. We will carry out simple tests to find out which materials are strong, waterproof or suitable for different uses.
In PSHE, our focus question is “How does being safe make me feel?”. We will talk about different ways to stay safe in everyday situations and reflect on how this helps us feel secure, confident and cared for.
In RE, we will be learning about Islam and the Five Pillars, developing our understanding of important beliefs and practices in the Muslim faith.
In Writing, we will be using two engaging books to inspire our work. The Lost Homework will support our narrative writing as we create our own imaginative stories, and How to Wash a Woolly Mammoth will help us learn how to write clear and fun instruction texts.
We are looking forward to a half term full of curiosity, creativity and meaningful learning!
Spring 2
This half term, we will be travelling back in time in History to learn about The Wright Brothers, discovering how their determination and creativity led to the invention of the first successful aeroplane. We’ll explore why their achievements were so important and how flight has changed the world.
In Science, our focus will be Curious Coastlines, linked to British Science Week. We will investigate coastal habitats, materials found at the seaside and how waves and weather can shape the land. There will be plenty of opportunities for questioning, observing and working scientifically.
In PSHE, we will be learning about money and saving, helping children to understand the value of money, the importance of making choices and how saving can help us work towards goals.
In RE, we will explore The Easter Story, learning about its significance for Christians and reflecting on the themes of hope and new beginnings.
In Writing, we will be inspired by the beautiful book Julian is a Mermaid by Rebecca Love, using it to support our narrative writing. The children will develop their storytelling skills by creating their own imaginative characters and celebrating themes of self-expression and individuality.
We are looking forward to another half term filled with discovery, creativity and thoughtful learning.
Spring 1
This half term, we will be exploring a range of exciting new topics across the curriculum. In Geography, we will discover the Wonders of the World, learning about amazing places across our planet and what makes them so special. In Science, we will be learning about living things and their habitats, finding out how plants and animals are suited to the places they live.
In PSHE, we will be thinking about rights and responsibilities, helping children to understand how we can look after ourselves, each other and our community. In RE, we will be learning about Judaism and celebrations, exploring special traditions and what they mean to Jewish people.
In Writing, we will be inspired by two wonderful books: Rapunzel by Bethan Woollvin, which will support our work on retelling and adapting traditional tales, and Big Blue Whale by Nicola Davies, which will help us write informative and descriptive pieces about animals and the natural world.
We are looking forward to a half term full of curiosity, creativity and exciting learning!
Autumn 2
This half term, we are moving on from our History focus and diving straight into Geography! Our topic will focus on weather and seasons, as we explore our driving question: “Why does the weather change?” In Science, we will be continuing our learning about plants, exploring how they grow and what they need to stay healthy. In RE, we’ll learn about the story of Noah before moving on to the Christmas story.
In Maths, we will continue to strengthen our understanding of addition and subtraction, building on the strategies we’ve been practising.
In Writing, we will be using two brilliant books as inspiration: ‘Dragon Post’ to help us write our own letters, and ‘Last Stop on Market Street’ to inspire our own narrative writing.
We will finish the term with one of our favourite traditions — the Nativity!
Autumn 1
This half term, Year 2’s topic is ‘History of Camden Canals’. We will look at photos and paintings of the canals from the past and present and make comparisons between them, talking about their original purpose and how that may have changed over time. In English, we will focus on the traditional tales and in particular ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’ and then we will move onto ‘Anansi the spider’ for our Black History book.
In Maths, we will explore place value and different ways of representing 2-digit numbers. We will also begin exploring different methods for addition and subtraction.
In Science, our focus will be ‘Plants’. In RE, we will be looking at the meaning of the Lord’s Prayer. In Computing we will concentrate on online safety, as well as some basic coding skills. The children will be able to explain their beliefs as well as learn about the ideas of others.
And in Art, we will be exploring starting the term working on our drawing skills.