Bishop Martin Thematic Planning 2015-16 Theme: Feliz Navidad (2 weeks) Term: SUBJECT SUBJECT KEY OBJECTIVES WOW Handwriting English
Mathematics
Science Computing
• Choosing which shape of a letter to use when given choices and deciding whether or not to join specific letters • Choosing the writing implement that is best suited for a task Contexts for writing • Identifying the audience for and purpose of the writing, selecting the appropriate form and using other similar writing as models for their own
Information Technology • Understand computer networks, including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the World Wide Web, and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration.
RE PHSE
Living in the Wider World • To think about the lives of people living in
Autumn 2 ACTIVITIES • Pen pal letters to a school in Spain (in English to allow children to develop their intercultural understanding)
• Skype a school in Spain.
Year/Class: Year 6 Lions and Leopards. Knowledge nuggets Literacy links • How to set out a letter in the •
• Skype allows registered users to
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Nativity story covered through Spanish lesson Objectives covered through cross-curricular discussions and work
correct format. http://www.royalmail.com/spain
communicate online via online video-calling, instant messaging and mobile chat. Worth an estimated 8.5 billion.
Spoken language • Ask relevant questions to extend their understanding and knowledge • Maintain attention and participate actively in collaborative conversations, staying on topic and initiating and responding to comments • Participate in discussions • Gain, maintain and monitor the interest of the listener