Year 1/2 Unit

We hope everyone had a wonderful break and enjoyed a great start to Term 4!

English – Reading

In English, we have been investigating ancient Greek myths and exploring how these stories were used to explain natural phenomena and events in ancient times. We have also been discussing the lessons and messages found within myths, discovering that many of these are still relevant today.

So far, we have explored the myths of Hercules (Heracles) and King Midas. Next week, we will learn about the origins of spiders through the myth of Arachne.

Last Friday, we had a wonderful time watching Disney's Hercules on the big screen in the hall! This provided a great opportunity for students to compare different versions of the myth and identify the various mythological creatures featured in the film.

Students have also begun designing their very own mythological creatures, and we look forward to having these imaginative creations on display in the near future.

English – Writing

In Writing, our Year 1/2 students have been exploring different forms of poetry. They have enjoyed creating rhyming couplets and have recently begun investigating the structure of cinquain poems.

Next week, students will have the opportunity to put their poetry skills into practice by writing a cinquain poem about their very own mythological creature.

Mathematics

In Maths, we have been busy exploring fractions through a range of hands-on activities. Students have been investigating halves, quarters and eighths by cutting and folding shapes to discover how they can be divided into equal parts, as well as designing fractional pizzas with different toppings. This week, our focus has shifted to location and directions. Students have been developing their ability to give and follow clear, specific directions using appropriate mathematical language.

Stop Motion Incursion – Thursday 12 November

A reminder that our Year 1/2 students will be participating in a Digital Technologies incursion on Thursday 12 November.

During this exciting workshop, students will explore stop motion and claymation as forms of animation. This experience will complement our Inquiry learning this term, which focuses on telling stories through digital technologies.

Please see Compass for further information and payment details.

We are looking forward to another busy and exciting term of learning!

Year 1/2 Teachers

Kirsty Traill/Iain Sparrey (12A), Lisa Sutch (12L), Zoe Sutherland (12Z)

Juliet Smith/Sally Quinn (12S)