English
Fiction- Fantastic Voyages...
In this unit, the children explore a range of fiction. They read the interactive eBook, listening and responding to the stories then re-telling them in their own words.
They learn how to identify and understand character and events, linking these to their own lives and experiences. They compose and write simple sentences and questions.
Word Detectives
It's Word Detectives week! Children take on the role of word detectives to investigate spelling patterns and generate their own spelling rules.
Poetry- Pattern and Rhyme
In this unit, the children explore poems with pattern and rhyme. They enjoy performing a range of poetry. They come up with new rhyming words and focus on spelling patterns. They experiment with sound and rhythm as they recite their poems.
Non-Fiction- Top Jobs
In this unit, the children explore the different jobs they might do when they grow up. They read the interactive eBook, finding information and learning what different skills are needed for different jobs. They answer the Big Question, planning and writing their own instruction text based on a model.
Maths
Science
Plants
In this unit about plants, children will learn to name the basic parts of a
plant, including seeds. They will have the opportunity to plant their own
seeds and to make observations of how they grow over time. Children
will also learn to identify, name and describe a variety of garden and wild
plants as well as evergreen and deciduous trees. In their final lesson, the
children will use all of their knowledge gained throughout the topic to
identify, compare and classify plants.
Scientists and Inventors
This ‘Scientists and Inventors’ unit will teach your class about famous scientists and inventors linked to the Y1 science curriculum.
Children will learn about the inventions of Lego and ear muffs, and will explore the materials used to make them. They will investigate
other materials that keep us warm, carrying out simple tests. Children will find out about the work of animal scientists, such as vets and
zoo keepers. They will group and sort animals to make their own paper zoo, and will act in role as a vet, identifying the body parts of
different animals. Children will have the opportunity to collect data when finding out about horticulturists and meteorologists. They will
create bar charts of their favourite sensory plants, and make rain gauges to gather data on rainfall. Throughout the unit, children will work
in a fun and hands on way to learn about scientists and inventors.
Computing
Publishing Digital content
We will learn to:
Use brushes.
Add Text
Erase and recreate
Fill and paint
Introduction to Animation
This unit teaches children the basic principles and techniques of simple animation. Beginning with the history of animation, children
research some of the early animation techniques used before the use of computers. The lessons then compare a range of free animation
software and children incorporate the different techniques into their own animation. After experimenting, children are then given the
opportunity to evaluate their experiences in the final lesson.
Geography
Our Country
This Our Country unit will teach your class about the countries of the UK developing learning beyond children’s immediate environment and own locality to the UK in general. Children will explore the UK by looking at individual countries, capital cities, human and physical features along with comparing and contrasting the capital cities of London and Brasilia in detail. This unit provides everything you need to give your class a greater insight into the UK and beyond.
History
Nurturing Nurses
This nurturing nurses unit will teach your class about the influential nurses Florence Nightingale, Mary Seacole and Edith Cavell. It asks
children to establish what makes a person significant, explores and compares the lives and work of these nurses and considers how
these individuals have influenced nursing today.
PSHE
Relationships
Know how to make friends
Try to solve friendship problems when they occur
Help others to feel part of a group
Show respect in how they treat others
Know how to help themselves and others when they feel upset or hurt
Know and show what makes a good relationship
Changing Me
We will learn about:
Life Cycles
Changing Me
My Changing Body
Boys and Girls Bodies
Learning and Growing
Coping with Changes
Art/D&T
Landscapes and Cityscapes
In this Landscapes and Cityscapes unit your class will learn about the bright colours and bold brushstrokes used by the Impressionists, and
other artists, when painting landscapes and cityscapes. They will be introduced to the work of Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, and Jean
Metzinger. They will think about the similarities and differences between the work of the different artists, looking at the colours, painting styles,
settings, and times of day. They will make paintings, drawings, and mosaic art, inspired by the three artists.
Fabric Bunting and Garden Decorations
This Fabric Bunting unit will teach your class about working with fabric. It starts with children evaluating a range of existing bunting with
a theme around counting. Children are then set a design criteria. They will learn how to use a graphics program to create a design and
template for their bunting. Working with felt, children will cut out a bunting shape and use a simple running stitch. Children will be given
the chance to explore different fabrics that they could use to enhance their designs. Using techniques such as sewing, stapling and
gluing, children will decorate their felt flag. Finally, children will evaluate their product.
RE
Who do Christians believe created the world?
How can I take care of our world?
Music
20th Century Music and Music Technology
PE
Cricket and Tennis
Rounders and Athletics
It's going to be a wonderful term! ✨
