Year 2
Welcome to Year 2!
Miss Lennon
Mrs Hunjan
Mrs Hodges (PPA cover)
Autumn 2
Towers, Tunnels and Turrets
It’s time to explore castles! This term, we will discover the fascinating world of castles, learning about their different features, why they were built and how they provided protection for the people living within their walls. We will explore the different parts of a castle, investigate how castles have changed over time and find out what life was like for the people who lived in them. We will also research famous castles in the UK and explore other important landmarks around the world, including towers and tunnels.
In Science, Year 2 will explore local habitats, observing the plants, vegetation and animals that live in different environments. Children will investigate how living things are suited to their habitats and continue to observe and record changes in the natural world as the seasons progress throughout the year.
Jigsaw
Jigsaw PSHE- Celebrating Differences.
This term, Year 2 will explore the theme ‘Celebrating Differences’. Children will learn about the importance of valuing and respecting differences between people, recognising that everyone is unique and special. We will explore assumptions and stereotypes, discussing how these can affect the way we think about others and why it is important not to judge people based on their appearance, interests or abilities. Children will also learn about bullying, including how to recognise unkind behaviour, how it can make others feel and what they can do if they experience or witness bullying.
There is a wonderful website below that is useful for your child and for you as a parent. It has games and information about feelings, health, illnesses and sections on body image, mental health and much more. There is also a section for you, the parent, to refer to for information on the school nurse and it shows local Solihull support services.
Year 2 class letter
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This document will outline expectations and learning across each term. |
Meet the teacher
Maths websites
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Oak National Academy - Lesson links - Please, use the link to see lessons related to your children's learning this year.
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BBC Supermovers - Times tables songs - This link will take you to a range of resources for KS1 maths including times tables songs
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1-minute maths - This FREE app is fantastic to develop children's fluency. It follows the 'White Rose' scheme which we use in school and will complement learning perfectly!
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TT Rockstars - Remember to practise your 2,5 and 10 times tables using your TT Rockstars username and password.
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Nrich challenges - If your child needs an extra stretch, try some of these problems aimed at Year 2 children.
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Topmarks maths games - There are lots of maths games here, arranged by topic. Have a go at some of them!
Exciting English!
Please use the links below to find guides to Phase 6 phonics that your child will be studying at the moment. There are other helpful links to support reading and comprehension at home.
Phonics support for Parents
Reading Comprehension Packs
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Oak National Academy - English / Grammar lessons - Year 2 - Please, use the link to see lessons linked to the Year 2 curriculum.
Curriculum Newsletters and Class Information