English

Writing

Non-fiction - Non-chronological report – The Vampire Dragon 

We will explore a non-chronological report about dragons and gain a good understanding of non-chronological reports. We will then write a non-chronological report about a different type of dragon or mythical creature, as a class. Finally, we will create a mythical creature to write our own non-chronological report about. Throughout this writing process we will learn how to use the different features of this text type.

Key vocabulary

Model text, title, heading, subheading, non-fiction, non-chronological report, introduction, formal, conjunction, question

Reading

We will explore a range of texts linked to our units of learning, by using our Reading for Inference skills. We will also be developing our technique of answering written comprehension questions about a range of texts.

Books we will be reading to support Writing:

The Enormous Crocodile

Books we will be reading for enjoyment:

Ug

Mr Bunny’s chocolate factory 

Space Dog

The Way Back Home

Rocket boy

A hundred and one daffodils 

Slugs in Space

Kitty and the Skygarden

Monster Rhymes

Key vocabulary

Echo read, paired read, think like a detective, notice breakdown, visualise, background knowledge, VIP words, question, wonder, predict, highlight, evidence, summarise

 

Maths - Multiplication and division continued; Length and height; Mass, capacity and temperature

We will recognise, make and add equal groups. We will solve multiplication sentences and use arrays to develop our understanding of multiplication. We will also explore doubles, 2 times table, 5 times table and 10 times tables, as well as dividing by 2 5 and 10.

We will measure, compare and order lengths in cm and m. We will then use these skills to solve a range of problems.  We will learn how to measure, compare and order mass in grams and kilograms and volume in litres and millilitres. We will also start to explore temperature. We will then apply these skills to answer a range of problem-solving and reasoning questions.

Key vocabulary

Multiply, divide, multiplication, division, array, equal groups, double, inverse, times, lots of, share, bar model, measure, centimetres, metres, length, height, compare, measure, grams, kilograms, volume, capacity, millilitres, litres, degrees

 

Science

Living things and their habitats

We will explore different habitats, including desert habitats, ocean habitats, woodland habitats and microhabitats. We will then explore the links between habitats, diet and food chains.

Key vocabulary

habitat, desert, ocean, woodland, microhabitat, diet, food chain

 

History – What is a monarch?

We will explore the monarchy now and in the past. We will use sources to investigate how castles changed over time and visit a castle to find out about life in the past.

Key Vocabulary

battle, conquer, defend, invade, power, ruler, king, queen, monarchy, castle, battlements, portcullis, archway, arrow slit, moat

 

Design and Technology – Mechanisms: Fairground Wheel

We will be designing and creating our own Ferris wheels, considering how the different components fit together so that the wheels rotate and the structures stand freely. Pupils select appropriate materials and develop their cutting and joining skills.

Key Vocabulary

design brief, design criteria, evaluate, frame, model, opinion, rotate, survey, axle 

 

Religion and World views – What is a prophet?

We will learn about the characteristics prophets had, why some prophets were reluctant to accept their role and what promises God made to some prophets.  We will explore these ideas by learning about Muhammad, Jesus and Guru Nanak.

Key vocabulary

chosen, Guru Granth Sahib, Guru Nanak, messenger, Messiah, Qur’an, value

 

Music - Myths and legends

We will learn about graphic scores and how they can show a picture of the layers or texture of a piece of music. We will also explore 'Tintagel', which is an example of a symphonic poem, written by Arthur Bax in 1917.

Key vocabulary

beat, compose, composition, dynamics, graphic score, legend, melody, myth, notation, pitch, rhythm, stave, notation structure, tempo, texture, timbre

 

PE – Frisbee; Dance - Zumba

Frisbee – we will work on throwing and catching using a frisbee.  We will learn about the difference between backhand and forehand throwing.  We will work on our hand- eye coordination to aim at targets.

Dance – we will learn the steps used in simple zumba routines and have the opportunity to add our own steps and motifs.

Key Vocabulary

backhand, forehand, dance, pattern, motif, unison, heel, toe, step, step turn, counts, heart rate, jump, run, catch, throw, stretch, warm-up

 

My HappyMind - Celebrate

The Celebrate module is focused on introducing the evidence-based theory that we all have different character strengths and that, by understanding what they are and then using them as much as possible, we can be at our best! In this context, character strengths refer to those character traits that make us unique. We all have different characters, and this is something to celebrate! This is not about what we are 'good' at, like football or maths. It is about who we are, such as being kind or brave. The key concepts include the idea that character is something that comes 50% from genetics and 50% from the experiences we have. It is developable and so we can draw on Neuroplasticity to help children see that they can develop their characters with focus and practice.

Key vocabulary:

amygdala, prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, neuroplasticity, character, strength

 

Helpful websites:

https://www.teachyourmonstertoread.com/accounts/sign_in 

https://play.numbots.com/#/intro

 

Key dates

23/02/2026 – School re-opens after half term holiday

27/02/26 – Dress down day in aid of Alzheimer’s Research – wear blue

05/03/26 – World Book Day

09/03/26 – Year 2 assessment week

13/03/26 – Year 2 trip to Lincoln Castle

16/03/26 – Science day

20/03/26 – Comic Relief and Comic Relief lunch

23/03/26 – Parent Consultation evening

25/03/26 – Parent Consultation evening

27/03/26 – Easter Raffle

27/03/26 – School closes for Easter

13/04/26 – School reopens for Summer term 1