On our Year 2 page, you will find information about our current units of learning, homework, learning challenge questions, PE kit requirements, as well as any other information you may need.
Class 2
The Curriculum:
During this unit, we will learn about castles, including who lived in them, why they were built and some of their key features. We will also visit Lincoln Castle to bring our learning to life!
In Science, we will learn about different materials and their uses. In Art, we will explore pattern and colour mixing while learning about the artist Yayoi Kusama.
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During this unit, we will locate our nearest airport and train station and find out about the different jobs people do there. We will take a local walk to Mansfield Woodhouse train station too.
In Science, we will learn how to keep our bodies healthy through a balanced diet and regular exercise. In Design and Technology, we will design and make our own pizzas using healthy toppings.
Design & Technology Knowledge Organiser
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During this unit, we will explore items used in the past for cooking, cleaning and entertainment, and compare them with the items we use today. We will also visit Mansfield Museum to learn more about toys from the past.
In Science, we will explore animals and their habitats. In Art, we will develop our sketching techniques while learning about the artist Charles Bell.
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Homework:
Pupils in Year 2 can use Doodle Maths, English and Spelling. Doodle Platforms are proven to have a positive impact on learning – just 5 minutes a day.
In addition to DoodleS, we expect the pupils to be reading at least 5 times a week and evidencing/recording this in their reading diaries.
PE Days:
Common Exception Words:
Here are some common exception words – words that are spelled without using the normal spelling rules – that children in England are expected to be able to spell by the end of Year 2 (age 7).