Friday 26th June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

Well done for all your hard work this week.

You will find today’s learning activities in the table below.

Have a lovely weekend,

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer
Prayer for Friday 26th June 2020
Generous God, you provide me daily with all I need. Help me to share what I have with those in need.
Amen
Spellings
&

Handwriting
Complete the spelling test for this week’s spellings on the SpellingFrame website.
Copy the following common exception words into your handwriting books.
eye
climb
Christmas
clothes
father
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

Username: parents@harpercollins.co.uk

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Maths
26-06-2020
Morning Challenge
Multiples
You have 1 minute to colour in as many multiples of 5 on the grid.
Restart the stopwatch. You have 1 minute to colour in as many multiples of 2 on the grid.

WALT: Solve money puzzles

Now choose how to line up four coins. Write your own clues for other children to guess your order of coins!
English Friday 26th June 2020
WALT:  Edit – capital letters, full stops, apostrophes

Edit the following passage for capital letters, full stops, apostrophes. Make sure to put the missing apostrophes in the correct place.

One crisp spring morning, Puss and the Cat decided to leave the castle and travel across Fairy Land to say hello to a few of their friends. They told the King they wouldnt be back till nightfall.

They waved goodbye and set off on a pair of fine white horses. The sun was shining, the sky was blue and, all about them, Puss and the Cat could hear the birds singing. “Dont get lost,” called the Queen.

The first friend they met was the Giant, who was all dressed up for a party. He was wearing a smart green tunic. The hat of the Giant was large, red and feathery. “Have a great time!” called Puss as they rode on by. 

Next they caught sight of the kind white witch, cheerfully heading home to her cottage. The house of the witch was at the very top of the mountain, and could sometimes be lost in the clouds for days on end.

“Enjoy your day,” cried the Cat, cheerfully.

finally puss and the cat rode towards the den of the dragon the great green beast was snoozing by his cave so wasnt able to talk

“Lets leave the dragon for now,” said Puss. “Ill bet he wants to be left in peace.” Suddenly the dragons eye opened. “Whats this?” he roared. “Two cats disturbing my beauty sleep?” the Cats cap fell right off in fright while Pusss ears were flattened to his head by the noise
Wider Curriculum

This week, your afternoon learning will involve immersing yourself in a resource that engages your emotions, imagination and movements.

Click here for the instructions.

Relevant Website:

http://nowpressplay.co.uk/learn-at-home/#Instructions

Thursday 25th June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

You will find today’s learning in the table below.

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer
Prayer for Thursday 25th June 2020
Jesus, healer and teacher, thank you for the way your Spirit moves in me. Help me to be your voice, your hands, and your touch to those I meet each day.
Amen
Spellings
&Handwriting
Compose a sentence for five of the spellings words and write your sentences in your handwriting book.
aren’t
can’t
couldn’t
didn’t
don’t
hasn’t
hadn’t
haven’t
he’s
they’ve
you’ve
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

Username: parents@harpercollins.co.uk

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Maths
25-06-2020
Morning Challenge

WALT: Solve a number puzzles: Arithmagons
The mystery numbers in 2 circles add up to the number in the square between them.

Here is an example:
So the numbers in the top and bottom right circles might be 4 and 1 to make 5. Ah, there is a problem! We need to make sure our numbers work for the other numbers in the squares. We could make 5 by using 3 and 2. Do those numbers help us with making 7 on the other side?
It doesn’t matter that our first guess was ‘wrong’, this is all part of the problem-solving process that mathematicians go through! Try different combinations until you find the numbers that work for the all the squares.
Solve the following arithmagons:
English Thursday 25th June 2020
WALT: Recount events

 Boris and Sid go camping
Use the time connectives in the table below to recount the adventures of Boris and Sid when they went camping. You can include some of the new events you came up with yesterday. Use adjectives and adverbs to add extra detail to your sentences.
Wider Curriculum

This week, your afternoon learning will involve immersing yourself in a resource that engages your emotions, imagination and movements.

Click here for the instructions.

Relevant Website:

http://nowpressplay.co.uk/learn-at-home/#Instructions

The Kingdom of Heaven

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Matthew, the Gospel Writer writes about the Kingdom of Heaven in a type of story called a parable.

What is a parable?

  1. A parable is a type of narrative.
  2. Parables are always made up; they haven’t happened (although they talk about everyday things so they could have happened).
  3. Parables are short; they compare two things. One is called the subject; the other is called the vehicle. It’s a funny word but it’s called that as it ‘carries meaning.’
  4. You have to figure out what parables mean.
The Kingdom of Heaven… is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.

Mt 13:31- 33

 

 

  • Watch the parable in these  short videos.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifKH0-y7O_I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONkzy7ffUFQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TY89DzlwbN4

The parable of the mustard seed helps us to see that from small beginnings something big can happen.  The life of Jesus and the lives of many people down through history show us that from small beginnings something big can happen. One person can make a difference to the world, no matter how small and unimportant they might seem.

Although every Gospel talks about how Jesus wants us to build a new, fairer, more just world, Matthew’s Gospel talks about this more than any other Gospel writer does. Other Gospel writers talk about this new world as the Kingdom of God, Matthew calls it the Kingdom of Heaven. The Kingdom of Heaven isn’t a real place – it’s a place in our minds and hearts where we imagine that God is in charge (like a king) and everyone lives their very best selves – the way God hoped we would.

 

Choose from some of the activities below

  • Look at the emojis. List  all the feelings you think people would have in God’s kingdom.

 

Make a list of all the feelings and actions that you would expect to see and find in God’s kingdom. Use the emojis above to help you, but try to add to it.

Read the Parable of the Mustard seed again then divide the story into 3 parts; someone planting a tiny seed; it growing into a tree; the birds coming to nest in it. Draw each part in your book.

 

Create the final mustard tree with the birds perched in the branches92 Best Mustard Seed Parable Crafts images | Mustard seed parable ...

Make and illustrate a book mark which tells the story of the mustard seed.

Parable of the Mustard Seed bookmarks | Church crafts kids, Sunday ...

Wednesday 24th June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

We are set for another scorcher today. I have just watered our elephant garlic and our onions. Everything is looking very well. How are your Runner beans doing?

You will find today’s learning in the table below.

Wishing you all a wonderful day.

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer
Prayer for Wednesday 24th June 2020
Jesus, you did all things with great love. Help me to know the movement of the Spirit in my life so that I might fulfill your desires for me.
Amen
Spellings
&Handwriting
Copy and complete these sentences using this week’s spelling words into your handwriting books.
I ___________ eaten my lunch yet.
He __________ ride a skateboard.
John is very friendly and ______ funny too.
When _______ taken your medicine you’ll feel better.
Geraldine was nervous because she _______ been on an aeroplane before.
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

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Maths
24-06-2020
Morning Challenge

WALT: Solve a number puzzles

 
English Wednesday 24th June 2020


WALT: Record new events

Yesterday we recounted what Boris and Sid did on their camping trip. What other things might Boris and Sid do on their camping trip? What might happen when they do that? Might they argue?
Record some new events for this story.
Use the New Events grid below to record 6 new events for the story.

Record your ideas in sentences and pictures.

 
Wider Curriculum

This week, your afternoon learning will involve immersing yourself in a resource that engages your emotions, imagination and movements.

Click here for the instructions.

Relevant Website:

http://nowpressplay.co.uk/learn-at-home/#Instructions

Tuesday 23rd June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

I hope you were able to enjoy some of the glorious sunshine yesterday. The forecast is looking wonderful for the rest of the week! Don’t forget to water your Runner beans.

I hope you enjoy today’s learning activities.

Have a lovely day.

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer
Prayer for Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Lord, heal those things in me that keep others from discovering your presence.
Amen
Spellings
&

Handwriting
Copy the following sentences into your handwriting book.
​You can’t go out to play until you have finished your work.
You don’t need to wear a coat when it is warm.
Tom told me he’s going on holiday next week.
If you haven’t washed your hands yet, then please do it now.
She couldn’t find her shoes.
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

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Maths
23-06-2020
Morning Challenge
Fluency 5x 2
45 + 25 + 25 =
Double 27 =
3 + 3 + 3 =
Half of 70 =
____ > 99
99 < _____
95, 85, ____, 65,  ____, _____, _____, ____, _____, ______
Make £1 five different ways
How many days in a year?
How many months in a year?

WALT: Write puzzles.
Write a description for each card without using the words on the card.

Example: 23

It is an odd number.

If you add the digits together it equals five.

This number is greater than 20.

This number is less than 25.

It is between 22 and 24.
English Tuesday 23rd June 2020
WALT: Recount the events in a story.

Re-read yesterday’s story – Boris and Sid go camping.
Create your own recount diagram and recount what happened when in this story.
Make sure to record the events in the order they happened.
You can use bullet point notes and pictures for your recount diagram.
Wider Curriculum

This week, your afternoon learning will involve immersing yourself in a resource that engages your emotions, imagination and movements.

Click here for the instructions.

Relevant Website:

http://nowpressplay.co.uk/learn-at-home/#Instructions

Monday 22nd June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend.

You will find today’s learning in the table below.

Have a great day!

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer Prayer for Monday 22nd June 2020

Lord Jesus, When worries or anxieties cloud my outlook, Please bring me brighter days Through greater faith in Your care for me. When I encounter others in need of compassion, Please help me to brighten their days And reflect my faith in You.
Amen.
Spellings
&Handwriting
Copy this week’s spellings into your handwriting book.
aren’t
can’t
couldn’t
didn’t
don’t
hasn’t
hadn’t
haven’t
he’s
they’ve
you’ve
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

Username: parents@harpercollins.co.uk

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Maths 22-06-2020
Morning Challenge

WALT: Solve a number problem

Down the Snake
Charlie started with 50. He rolled a 1-10 dice. He subtracted the number on the dice. He kept on going until he reached 5. Work out what numbers he might have subtracted to get to 5. You might need a rubber to change your answers!

English Monday 22nd June 2020
WALT: Answer comprehension questions.

Boris and Sid go camping
Remember to use full sentences to answer the following questions:

 
Wider Curriculum

This week, your afternoon learning will involve immersing yourself in a resource that engages your emotions, imagination and movements.

Click here for the instructions.

Relevant Website:

http://nowpressplay.co.uk/learn-at-home/#Instructions

Celebration blog Week 3

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What wonderful learning and fantastic performances! Watch out Michael Rosen, you have got some competition!

The Sacred Heart of Jesus – Feast Day 19th June 2020

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The Feast of the Sacred Heart has been in the Roman Catholic liturgical calendar since 1856, and is celebrated 19 days after Pentecost. As Pentecost is always celebrated on Sunday, the Feast of the Sacred Heart always falls on a Friday.

The devotion to the Sacred Heart is one of the most well-known Catholic devotions, wherein the heart of Jesus is viewed as a symbol of “God’s boundless and passionate love for mankind”

Say this prayer together

Lord Jesus Christ, your heart was moved with love for the men and women who came for help in their need. You healed the sick, you fed the hungry, you forgave sinners, you cried over Jerusalem. Above all, you showed to those who were prepared to listen the way to true life, for you are the Way the Truth and the Life.

Lord, your heart is still moved today by your people and their many needs. Open our hearts to hear your word, to accept your love, and to respond to your call.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you.

Amen.

Choose from some of the Activities below

Look at these paintings of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which do you prefer? Create your own painting

 

The Sacred Heart of Jesus by Stephen B Whatley

 

Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus — Christ the King Priory

Make a heart to show the sacred heart of Jesus

Make heart shaped biscuits and share them with your family

Cookies, Biscuits, Heart Shaped Free Stock Photo - Public Domain ...Heart shaped strawberry biscuits Recipe by dottybee - CookEatShare

Research about St Margaret Mary Alacoque, (22 July 1647 – 17 October 1690), who was a French Roman Catholic Visitation nun who promoted devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in its modern form.

Watch this small clip which explains about her life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVVZLSGSxyc

St Joseph's Cathedral :: Abu Dhabi, UAE :::

 

Friday 19th June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

Have you got that Friday feeling? Well done for all your hard work this week. Don’t forget to have a look at this week’s celebration blog… it is filled with all your amazing learning!

You will find today’s learning in the table below.

Wishing you all a peaceful weekend.

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer Prayer for Friday 20th June 2020

Thank you, loving God, for drawing all cultures, all races, all ages, and all gifts to yourself. Help me to see all persons with eyes and heart shaped by your Spirit.
Amen
Spellings
&

Handwriting
Complete the spelling test for this week’s spellings on the SpellingFrame website.
Copy the following common exception words into your handwriting books.
after
again
bath
any
behind
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

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Password:Parents20!

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Maths 19-06-2020
Morning Challenge
Fluency 5 x 2

10 + 20 + 80 =
17 + 9 =
23 + 45 =
Double 9 =
Half of 16 =
____ > 29
46 < _____
23, 33, ____, _____, _____, 73, _____, ______, _____
Make 38p five different ways
How many tens in 100?

WALT: Sort numbers
English 19th June 2020
WALT: Revise adjectives and nouns

Think of an adjective to describe each bird in the table.

Read the poem – The Swan and underline all the adjectives in green and the nouns in blue.
Wider Curriculum
Friday 19th June 2020

This week’s wider curriculum learning is based on what is in the news.

The tasks here are linked to last week’s edition of children’s newspaper, First News, which you can find here.

Refer to the page number, then enjoy doing the relevant activity for each article. Each day, try to complete at least one of the activities in the grid.

Thursday 18th June 2020

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Good morning Year 2,

I hope you all had a great day yesterday. It is definitely lovely weather for ducks at the moment!!! I hope you all enjoyed reading Duck’s Ditty by Kenneth Grahame. This poem comes from the much-loved children’s novel, The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame. Can you believe that this novel was first published in 1908! The Wind in the Willows is a superb choice for the Summer Reading Challenge! Here is a little snippet from chapter 2…..

Ratty,’ said the Mole suddenly, one bright summer morning, `if you please, I want to ask you a favour.’

The Rat was sitting on the river bank, singing a little song. He had just composed it himself, so he was very taken up with it, and would not pay proper attention to Mole or anything else. Since early morning he had been swimming in the river, in company with his friends the ducks. And when the ducks stood on their heads suddenly, as ducks will, he would dive down and tickle their necks, just under where their chins would be if ducks had chins, till they were forced to come to the surface again in a hurry, spluttering and angry and shaking their feathers at him, for it is impossible to say quite ALL you feel when your head is under water. At last they implored him to go away and attend to his own affairs and leave them to mind theirs. So the Rat went away, and sat on the river bank in the sun, and made up a song about them, which he called

`DUCKS’ DITTY.’
All along the backwater,
Through the rushes tall,
Ducks are a-dabbling,
Up tails all!

Ducks’ tails, drakes’ tails,
Yellow feet a-quiver,
Yellow bills all out of sight
Busy in the river!

Slushy green undergrowth
Where the roach swim–
Here we keep our larder,
Cool and full and dim.

Everyone for what he likes!
WE like to be
Heads down, tails up,
Dabbling free!

High in the blue above
Swifts whirl and call–
WE are down a-dabbling
Up tails all!

`I don’t know that I think so VERY much of that little song, Rat,’ observed the Mole cautiously. He was no poet himself and didn’t care who knew it; and he had a candid nature.

In the table below you will find today’s learning activities.

Have a wonderful day!

Miss Davey

Subject Activity
Prayer Prayer for Thursday 18th June 2020

Jesus, you who came to teach and free us, help me to follow your example of kindness and love in all the moments of each of my days.
Amen
Spellings
&Handwriting
Compose a sentence for five of the spellings words and write your sentences in your handwriting book.
enjoyment
sadness
madness
careful
cheerful
playful
hopeful
hopeless
badly
sadly
madly
gladly
Reading Continue to read daily and discuss what you have read.You can access plenty of wonderful books via the Harper Collins website: https://connect.collins.co.uk/school/Portal.aspx

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Maths 18-06-2020
Morning Challenge
 

WALT: Add one digit number to solve a problem.
English 18th June 2020
WALT: Write an introduction

Reread the poem you chose learn to recite.
Write a brief summary of what the poem is about, and why you chose it to recite. Use your completed comparison grid to help with this.
See the example below.
Read your introductions then perform your poem once more.
If you are able to record your performances, I would love to see them!

 
Wider Curriculum
Thursday 18th June 2020

This week’s wider curriculum learning is based on what is in the news.

The tasks here are linked to last week’s edition of children’s newspaper, First News, which you can find here.

Refer to the page number, then enjoy doing the relevant activity for each article. Each day, try to complete at least one of the activities in the grid.