Welcome to Year 2 - Blue Class
Staff
Miss K Kearns
Blue
PGCE Primary with English
My name is Miss Kearns and I'm so happy to be one of the teachers for Year 1 and 2 at Bewsey Lodge. I've had the pleasure of teaching at Bewsey Lodge for over 6 years where I've had the privilege of working with children in both KS1 and KS2. I have
Miss T Woods
Blue
PE Day & PE Kit
PE will take place on Friday.
Please ensure you child comes to school in their PE Kit on that day.
What's New
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Snack Money
Tuck Shop is available after school
on Wednesday and Friday.
Daily healthy snack is available to purchase every day at break time. Snack can be purchased at morning break. The maximum amount snack will cost is £2 a week. Children welcome to bring their own snack from home which is less than 110 calories.
Reading Books
Reading Books will usually be changed Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please read with your child every night and sign their reading record.
Knowledge Organiser
You have been given a Knowledge Organiser and Homework Grid with some tasks relating to our topic.
Each week we will have a focus that has been covered on the Knowledge Organiser.
Homework
Recent Terms Archive
Welcome to Blue Class
Overview
Class Topics For Each Half Term
Topic
Themes to be explored
Autumn 1:
Australia…here we come!
Get ready to dive into our first exciting topic of the year—Australia! This fascinating geography unit will take us on a journey to explore the incredible land Down Under. We’ll discover the unique climate, breath taking landscapes, and vibrant culture of Australia while comparing its physical and human features to those of our own country.
Through engaging map work, we’ll uncover the locations of both the UK and Australia, sharpening our geographical skills along the way.
Links to support learning: School Learning Zone - Australia
Autumn 2:
Life in the Freezer!
Get ready for our next captivating geography topic: Life in the Freezer! Together, we’ll journey to the coldest places on Earth—the Arctic and Antarctic—uncovering their stunning landscapes and the remarkable ways people and animals survive in these icy extremes.
We’ll delve into key geographical concepts like the northern and southern hemispheres, the Equator, and the Polar Regions, expanding our understanding of our planet. Along the way, we’ll marvel at the incredible adaptations of animals that thrive in these frozen worlds.
To top it off, we’ll unleash our imaginations with creative fiction writing inspired by Penguin Small by Mick Inkpen.
Links to support learning: Life in the Polar regions | BBC Teach
Spring 1:
The Victorians
This Spring term, we’ll embark on a fascinating journey into the past with our history-focused topic: Victorian Times. Together, we’ll sharpen our historical enquiry skills by examining real artefacts from the Victorian era and uncovering the stories they hold.
We’ll explore the stark contrasts between the lives of children today and those who lived during the reign of one of Britain’s most iconic monarchs, Queen Victoria. To bring this era to life, we’ll dive into captivating fiction set in Victorian times, including Oliver Twist by the legendary Charles Dickens.
Get ready to discover the charm, challenges, and characters of this remarkable period in history!
Links to support learning: The Victorians - BBC Bitesize
Spring 2:
After Easter, get ready to step into the enchanting world of Once Upon a Time, our Literacy-focused topic. Together, we’ll explore a variety of traditional and fairy tales, uncovering their timeless features and meeting the unforgettable characters that bring these stories to life.
We’ll use drama to retell and delve deeper into these tales, sparking our creativity and imagination. Alongside this, we’ll craft our own magical writing inspired by these stories and even take a closer look at some intriguing alternative versions of classic tales.
Prepare for a spellbinding adventure filled with storytelling, creativity, and fun!
Links to support learning: How to write a fairy story - BBC Bitesize
Summer 1:
As summer begins, we’ll dive into an exciting local history topic all about Old Billy—a remarkable horse who lived and worked in Warrington over 200 years ago!
Through this fascinating story, we’ll uncover the life of Old Billy and the important jobs he did during his time. We’ll explore what life was like in Warrington in the era of Old Billy and compare it to life today, discovering just how much has changed.
To bring history to life, we’ll even set out on the “Old Billy” trail, walking in the hoofprints of Warrington’s most famous horse. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the past!
Links to support learning: Old Billy, A Horse's Tale - Warrington Museum and Art Gallery
Summer 2:
For our final topic of the year, we’ll delve into the magical world of celebrated children’s author Emily Gravett. Known for her imaginative and heartwarming stories like Wolves, Blue Chameleon, and Monkey and Me, her work is sure to inspire us!
We’ll enjoy reading many of her delightful tales, discovering the unique characters and enchanting settings that make her stories so special. Using her work as our guide, we’ll unleash our creativity to craft our very own stories.
Let’s end the year with a burst of imagination and storytelling fun!
Links to support learning: Emily Gravett | Reading Rockets