Week 7
Good morning Class 2. I hope you have had a lovely half-term break.
Monday 22nd February
Phonics
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
English
The Whales' Song - by Dyan Sheldon and Gary Blythe
Listen to the story.
Answer the questions about the story.
How did Lilly's grandmother describe the whales?
Where did Lilly's grandmother go to listen to the whales?
What special gift did Lilly's grandmother give to the whales?
Why did she give them a gift?
Why was Uncle Frederick angry?
What did Lilly dream about?
What gift did Lilly give to the whales?
Who came to find Lilly at the jetty?
What could Lilly eventually hear, in the distance?
How did this make her feel?
Maths
Tally Charts
Watch the videos below.
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Example 4
Tally Charts
History
Amelia Earhart
Click on the attachment, to learn about Amelia Earhart.
Amelia Earhart
Tuesday 23rd February
Phonics
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
English
Brian has written some sentences. Unfortunately, he has forgotten to use punctuation marks. I would like you to write out the sentences and put in the missing punctuation marks.
Sentences
Maths
Today, we are going to be learning about pictograms. A pictogram is a chart that uses pictures or symbols to represent data. Watch the video below, to see an example.
Pictograms
I have attached a tally chart and pictogram, for you to complete. I would also like you to answer some questions about your pictogram.
*If you don't have a printer, draw your pictogram on paper.
Pictogram - Fruit and Veg
Geography
Today, we are going to be learning about transport around the world. Watch the attached PowerPoint.
Transport Around the World
What types of transport looked the most fun?
Which ones are better for the environment? Explain your answer.
If you were going on a journey, what would you travel on?
Where would you travel to?
Draw a picture.
Wednesday 24th February
Phonics
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
Alternative Spelling - ee
English
The Whales' Song
Today, we are going to think about using conjunctions in our sentences. We use conjunctions to link parts of a sentence together.
The video below, will show you how to use different conjunctions.
1 and 2 Star Sentences
Maths
Pictograms
Today, I would like you to work through the questions on the attachment. I would then like you to create your own pictogram. You might want to find out about favourite colours, toys or even sweets. Ask members of your family to help you. When you have found the information you need, create your own pictogram. I've attached a 'favourite toys' pictogram. You might want to use this, or just create one of your own.
Pictogram Questions
Toys Pictogram
Science
Changing Materials
Some objects can be changed by bending, stretching, squashing or squeezing them. Click on the attachment below. Can you find objects made from the different materials listed? Can these materials be changed by bending, stretching, squashing or squeezing?
Bend, Stretch and Squash
Thursday 25th February
Phonics - Alternative Spelling ee
Read and spell the words. Find different spellings in the silly story.
Alternative Spelling - ee
English
The Whales' Song
Today, I would like you to write a diary entry. Click on the attachment, for more ideas.
The Whales' Song - Diary
Maths
Today, I would like you to answer questions about pictograms. Click on the attachment.
Interpreting Pictograms
French
Days of the Week
We are learning how to say the days of the week.
Click on the attachment.
French - Days of the Week
Write the days of the week in French. Draw a picture to match each day. On Monday, I go running.
Lundi 
Friday 26th February
Don't forget our Friday Zoom meeting at 11:15am. We can't wait to see you!
Phonics - Alternative Spelling - ee
Complete the attached sheet. Look at each picture and write the word. Try and use the correct spelling for each word.
I've included the answer sheet too.
Alternative Spelling - ee
English
The Whales' Song
Today, we are going to think about a gift for the whales. Click on the attachment below, for ideas.
The Whales' Song - A Gift
Maths
Interpreting Data
I would like you to look at the attached pictogram. Fill in the missing parts and then answer the questions. Remember, each smiley face means 2 pupils.
If you don't have a printer, draw the pictogram on paper.
Pictogram
Friday Maths
Please continue with Numbots and Times Tables Rock Stars
Work on number facts, times tables and division facts using Hit the Button.
PE
Home Challenges
Spotty Dogs