English
This term our learning in English lessons will centre around the book...
This summer term, Year 1 and 2 pupils will explore Meerkat Mail by Emily Gravett—a delightful picture book that follows Sunny the meerkat as he embarks on an adventure away from his crowded Kalahari Desert home to visit his mongoose relatives. Through Sunny's charming postcards, children will delve into various habitats, weather patterns, and animal behaviors, enhancing their understanding of geography and science.
In English, the children will develop their writing skills by composing their own postcards, letters, and diary entries, focusing on sentence structure, punctuation, and descriptive language. They will also engage in reading comprehension activities, making inferences about characters’ thoughts and feelings, and expanding their vocabulary.
The book's themes of family, belonging, and exploration provide opportunities for discussions in PSHE, allowing children to reflect on their own experiences and relationships. Additionally, the interactive elements of the book, such as lift-the-flap postcards, make it an engaging resource that supports various cross-curricular activities, including art and computing projects.
Overall, Meerkat Mail offers a rich, learning experience that combines literacy, science, geography, and personal development in an enjoyable and meaningful way.
Handwriting
Handwriting is really important for making us proud of our work and helping to remember spelling. Here is the handwriting policy in case you would like to do any practise at home.
