Year 2 - Guided Reading - New Vocabulary
This week, we began exploring a new text all about climate. To prepare for our reading, we went on a vocabulary hunt around the classroom! We spotted new, tricky words and used Widgit images as clues to help us work out what they might mean. The children did a brilliant job acting as "vocabulary detectives," using the picture clues to write predictions on their whiteboards. We focused on understanding specific climate types, including Mediterranean, arid, tropical, and polar. It was fantastic to see the children using their inference skills to tackle these big words before we started our reading. We are now ready to dive deeper into the text!
Year 2 - History - Norman Castles
Year 2: Castle Builders! This week, Year 2 have been busy learning how William the Conqueror protected himself after the Battle of Hastings. We discovered that he built strong castles to keep his army safe and help him rule over England. Working together, the children built their own Motte and Bailey and stone castles! We had great fun naming the different parts, including the high motte mounds, the bailey courtyards, and the deep moats. Well done to our fantastic junior historians for such brilliant teamwork!
Year 2 - RE - Jesus Heals the Blind Man
This week in RE, Year 2 have been learning the story of Jesus healing the blind man. We explored the miracle of how Jesus restored the man's sight and discussed why this caused a stir with the Pharisees. We talked about how the Pharisees were cross because Jesus had performed the healing on the Sabbath, which was meant to be a strict day of rest. To help us understand the story better, we used blindfolds to experience what it might be like to lose our sense of sight. This helped the children reflect on how the man might have felt before he met Jesus and why the miracle was so life-changing. The children showed wonderful empathy and had some very thoughtful discussions about kindness and following rules.
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Year 2 - Art - Worry Dolls
In this creative Art lesson, Year 2 explored the origin and purpose of Worry Dolls, learning how these traditional figures help hold our worries for us. Using twigs collected from around the school grounds, the children carefully selected sticks that suggested human forms, identifying natural shapes for arms and legs. To bring their characters to life, they mastered wrapping techniques with colourful wool, adding vibrant textures to their unique creations. It was a wonderful way to combine fine motor skills with an important discussion about wellbeing and sharing our feelings.
Year 2 - History - Bayeux Tapestry
In this lesson, our Year 2 historians became detectives to uncover how William the Conqueror claimed the English throne. By exploring the Bayeux Tapestry—a 70-metre embroidery nearly 1,000 years old—the children hunted for historical clues like crowns and thrones. Through a "gallery walk" and caption-matching challenge, they pieced together the story of the Norman invasion and the Battle of Hastings. It was wonderful to see the children recognise how royal traditions, such as coronations, have remained remarkably similar from King Harold’s time to the present day!
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Year 2 - Maths - Finding Half
In our latest Year 2 maths session, our young mathematicians turned their whiteboards into "fraction stations" to explore the concept of finding half of a quantity. By using a fraction bar to represent the whole, the children carefully shared out physical counters into two equal groups, ensuring they understood that halving is the same as dividing by two. This hands-on approach helped the pupils move from concrete objects to abstract thinking, as they visualised how 1/2 of a set of items can be calculated quickly and accurately. There was a fantastic "lightbulb moment" across the classroom as they realised that for the groups to be fair, each side must hold the exact same number of counters!
Year 2 - English - Opinions and Explanations
We took our English lesson outside into the sunshine for a fun debate about Aladdin. Mrs Cookson read out different statements, like "Aladdin is brave," and the children had to stand in a line to show if they agreed or disagreed. Once they picked their spot, they explained their reasons to the rest of the class. It was a fantastic way to practice speaking and listening while thinking carefully about the characters in our story.
Year 2 - Guided Reading - New Vocabulary
To help us understand the story of the Pied Piper, the children moved around the room with six different vocabulary cards. Their mission was to match each new word to the correct definition hidden in different spots. At our school, we love active learning because it gets everyone moving while we learn tricky new words. It was a brilliant way to build our reading skills and get ready to dive deeper into the story!
Online Safety - App and Play Stores
With millions of apps available and children accessing them from an increasingly young age, app stores can present a range of risks. From malware and copycat apps to inappropriate content and persuasive in-app purchases, this Wake Up Wednesday guide highlights how easily young users can encounter issues – even when using official platforms. It also offers clear, practical advice to help parents and educators manage these risks. From setting up parental controls and checking app credibility to having open conversations about safe usage, the guide supports adults in building children’s awareness, encouraging safer choices and promoting more balanced, responsible app use
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Year 2 RE: The Bread and Wine as Easter Symbols
Year 2 had an amazing RE lesson as we explored the story of The Last Supper. We were delighted to welcome Rev Kev, who listened to us retell the events of Holy Thursday. Together, we shared bread and water, reflecting on the significance of the meal and looking at the story through the eyes of the different disciples. It was an incredible way to showcase our RE knowledge and delve deeper into some big questions!
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Year 2 Maths: Arithmetic Practice
Our Year 2 mathematicians have been sharpening their arithmetic skills! We’ve been exploring a whole "toolbox" of different strategies to help us solve calculations quickly and accurately. It wasn't just about getting the right answer, but finding the most efficient way to get there.
Year 2 Geography: Collect and Present Data
Our Year 2 geographers were out doing fieldwork to investigate the wildlife and plants right on our doorstep! We’ve been busy collecting primary data to see exactly what shares our local environment, from moss and grass to ants and flies.
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