2 Red- Importance of handwashing
We carried out an experiment in Science Today to help us to understand the importance of washing our hands. As germs are so tiny that we cannot see them, we used glitter to represent the germs. Watch our video: …
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2Red- Super singing
Today we were very lucky to have a visit from Mrs Temple who taught our music lesson. We learnt a song and even included a rap in the middle! Watch our video: What was the song about? At what…
2Red-Planning a sequel for Fantastic Mr Fox
We have been reading and learning about Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox. Our challenge this week is to use our writing skills to write a sequel to the story. So far we have shared possible ideas for a sequel and…
Year 2 Basic Skills-Reading
Watch the video clip ‘Goldilocks and the three bears’ from Roald Dahl’s revolting rhymes. The text is also attached below for you to read through. GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS Bronze 1.Why did the bears go for a walk? 2.…
An author is visiting Broad Heath School!
We are extremely lucky that there will be a real life author visiting us in Week 5. Her name is Kristina Gray and she has written a story called ‘Strong and Mighty Max’ She will be doing an assembly with…
2Red- Fantastic Mr Fox narrative writing
Hi Year 2, This week we have been working on using a range of skills to improve our story writing including exclamation sentences, adjectives, adjectival phrases and a range of sentence openers. Retell the chapter of the story where Mr…
2Red visit to Twycross Zoo!
Today 2Red have visited the zoo. It was fantastic seeing so many different animals and being super Broad Heath citizens. What have you learnt? Which animals did you see? Which animals were your favourite? Describe the animal. Challenge: Create a…
2Red-Exclamation sentences
2Red have been learning about exclamation sentences this week in English. We have created some of our own exclamation sentences about Fantastic Mr Fox. Please watch our video: T-L-5604-Exclamation-Sentence-Crib-Sheet-Display-Poster Write your own exclamation sentences! Use the poster above to help…
Year 2 trip to Twycross zoo
On Wednesday 27th April, Year 2 will be visiting Twycross Zoo. Here are a few things you need to know: You can wear your own sensible clothes including sensible shoes, but please wear your school jumper. Your children will receive…
Year 2- How are islands formed?
Bronze Are most islands small or large? What is the name of the island which broke away from Africa? How can people travel to small islands? Silver What is an island? How do plants start to grow on new…
Year 2- Different types of food.
Year 2 are learning about how to have a healthy, balanced diet. You worked in teams to sort food in different ways using a venn diagram or a carroll diagram. Follow the link to play the game: http://www.foodafactoflife.org.uk/Activity.aspx?contentId=55§ionId=37&siteId=3 Then…
2Red-Engineering week
This week has been engineering week where Year 2 have focused on ‘crashing’. We learnt what engineers are and what some of them do. We identified how we are safe in cars and used this to help us to plan…
Year 2- Staying safe in the car.
Read through the information from the best lawyer – Hornsby, Watson & Hornsby are premier Huntsville personal injury attorneys – and answer the questions. Make sure you answer in full sentences! Seat Belt Basics Whenever you ride in a car, wear…
Year 4- Which Tudor monarch was most successful?
This half term we have been learning about the Tudor reign in Britain. We have researched and learnt facts about each of the Tudor monarchs and events that happened during their reign. Use your reasoning skills to decide which Tudor…
4 White- visit to Bosworth battlefield
Today 4 White have been lucky enough to visit Bosworth battlefield to help us gain more understanding about how the Tudor reign began. Why is the Battle of Bosworth such an important event in Tudor history? What have you learnt…
Year 4- Easter glossary
Use a dictionary to help you to create a glossary with words associated with Easter. Remember a glossary should be in alphabetical order and should include the definitions of the words. Here are a few words you could include: Easter,…
Year 4- A day at Hogwarts
Today was World book day so in Year 4 we took at trip to Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry! Well done to everyone for making a fantastic effort with your costumes! Take a look at our class photos! You…
Year 4 parent meeting
Hi Year 4, Thanks you to all the parent who attended the parent meeting today. Please find the PowerPoint attached for your information.
Year 4- Reading about Henry VIII
1.When was Henry VIII born? 2.Who were his parents? 3.What profession did Henry’s parents intend him to follow? 4.Where did Henry and his brother and sisters live when they were children? Why? 5.What does the word ‘destined’ mean? 6.Find out…
Year 4- What is wrong with the circuit?
You are an ‘Electrical problem solver’. Look at the three circuits below. Explain why these circuits will not work. Key vocabulary: electrons, power, wires, motor, bulb, buzzer, circuit, complete, battery
Year 4- Writing headlines
Look at the well-known fairy tales below. *Cinderella *The three little pigs *Goldilocks and the three bears *Little Red Riding Hood Think of a headline which would be appropriate for each tale. Try to use alliteration, puns, omission to ensure…
Year 4
Extract from Harry Potter October arrived, spreading a damp chill over the grounds and into the castle. Madam Pomfrey, the nurse, was kept busy by a sudden spate of colds among the staff and students. Her Pepperup potion worked instantly,…
Year 4- Visit to Bosworth Battlefields on 08/03/16
As we are learning about The Tudors in our history lessons this half term, school have arranged and paid for a visit for all children in Year 4 to visit Bosworth Battlefields on Tuesday 8th March 2016. We will be…
Year 4-Parent’s meeting- 02/03/16
Hi Year 4, There will be a meeting for parents of Year 4 pupils on Wednesday 2nd March 2016. This will be held in the Parent’s Room. It will finish in time for you to collect your children at home time.…
Year 4- The Battle of Bosworth
Read through the slides to learn about The battle of Bosworth, then answer the questions below. 1Who were the two families at war during the Battle of Bosworth? 2What were the family’s symbols? 3.Why did both sides go to war?…
Year 4- Reading and interpreting newspaper articles
Newspaper Pigs Read through the newspaper article and answer the following questions. 1. Where did the event happen? 2. True or false? *The pigs were called Alfie, Bertie and Carlie. *The pigs hid in a field outside their house. *The…
4White- You’re my best friend
4White have had a super music week. We have been learning about the British band, Queen. We have created our own music video of their song ‘You’re my best friend’ and also performed this at the Broad Heath Brit awards!…
Library club- Spring 1
In library club, we have been busy! We have been using the books to help us to identify interesting words and phrases which we have discussed and written down. We have read stories in the news this week using ‘Newsround’…
Year4- Blitz night
Year 4 have had a Blitz night sleepover tonight. They have been imagining what life was like as an evacuee by spending the night away from their parents and doing wartime activities. We experienced a walk in the playground, in…
Year 4 Birmingham Botanical Gardens trip
Year 4 pupils have received a letter about an upcoming trip that we will be doing. Please see the letter below. Please could you send your £10 and reply slip into school by Friday 29th January 2016 to secure your…