English – Lesson 1

Monday 22nd June 2020

Spelling

Strategies:

Spelling

Learn these spellings from the Year 3/4 spelling list by using a useful

strategy for at least 20 minutes.

Find out what each words means by using a dictionary or visiting www.dictionary.com.

Write a definition for each word.

Write each word in a sentence.

Show your understanding of each word by using them to fill in the gaps in the sentences below.

Remember, you should try and practice your

spellings for around 10 minutes each day. You could even get your grown ups to

test you on these at the end of the week.

Top Tip: Fill in the spellings that you feel confident with and then try and work out where the other words go by choosing from your remaining options.

ANSWERS

Show your understanding of each word by filling in the gaps in the sentences below. “Can you colour in a quarter of this shape?” asked the teacher.

Regular 2D shapes have sides and angles of the same size.

The Queen’s reign over her country has been successful.

How many of your times tables can you remember off by heart?

As it was past its best, the milk began to separate.

You should write a sentence for each of these spellings in order to show your understanding.

On the playground, Milly bellowed, “You did that on purpose!”

“I won’t tell anyone,” insisted the child. “I promise!”

On his recent trip to the beach, Peter collected a bucket full of shells.

Although the question was challenging, he used his resilience and didn't give up!

Spelling

English – Lesson 2

Tuesday 23rd June 2020

Poetry Detectives

Poetry

Poem title: _____________________________________

Style of poem (tick one):

Explain why you think this:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………....………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………..

Copy down your favourite word or phrase from the poem:

Explain why you like it:…………………...…………………..… …………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

Draw how the poem made you feel:

Would you recommend this poem to a friend?

Poetry Detectives

Poetry

ANSWERS

Poem title:

Style of poem (tick one):

Explain why you think this:

Copy down your favourite word or phrase from the poem:

Explain why you like it:……………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

Draw how the poem made you feel:

Would you recommend this poem to a friend?

English – Lesson 3

Wednesday 24th June 2020

Rhyme and Rhythm Investigation

Start today’s learning by re-reading:

Rhyme and Rhythm Investigation

I wanted to pass on a message to you About learning, challenge and failing. I know that it’s hard when you start a new thing. But who said learning was plain sailing? Learning new things can be fun and exciting; New skills help you to change and to grow. But sometimes, new skills can be hard to pick up. Trust me I am a brain, I should know. I’m just like a muscle; I like to work out, Exercising new thoughts and ideas. The thought of challenge should not make you sad, Or consume you with panic and fears. I know that sometimes work can seem far too much, But it’s possible! Honest - I know That if you keep trying and do not give up, You will get there and your brain will grow. Growth mindset is something that we should all have; It’s vital to keep you succeeding. So keep your mind open and try some new things, ‘Cause all growing brains need a feeding! If something goes wrong, then it’s not a big deal - Please don’t panic or give up or stop. You can do it; as long as you try your best, With good practice, you’ll end up on top!

Start todays learning by re-reading:

Rhyme and Rhythm Investigation

I wanted to pass on a message to you About learning, challenge and failing. I know that it’s hard when you start a new thing. But who said learning was plain sailing? Learning new things can be fun and exciting; New skills help you to change and to grow. But sometimes, new skills can be hard to pick up. Trust me I am a brain, I should know. I’m just like a muscle; I like to work out, Exercising new thoughts and ideas. The thought of challenge should not make you sad, Or consume you with panic and fears. I know that sometimes work can seem far too much, But it’s possible! Honest - I know That if you keep trying and do not give up, You will get there and your brain will grow. Growth mindset is something that we should all have; It’s vital to keep you succeeding. So keep your mind open and try some new things, ‘Cause all growing brains need a feeding! If something goes wrong, then it’s not a big deal - Please don’t panic or give up or stop. You can do it; as long as you try your best, With good practice, you’ll end up on top!

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English – Lesson 4

Thursday 25th June 2020

Writing A Rhyming Poem

Choose a few of these ideas (try three to start with) and start to mind map or list what comes to your mind when you think of this topic. Here is an example:

Writing a Rhyming Poem

To start with, bullet point any areas of interest to you.

This may be your: Favourite toy Hobby Favourite place to visit Best friend Favourite season Fond memory Tastiest food

Commit to your favourite idea. Then create a list of rhyming words related to the ideas on your mind map. The words don’t have to be directly linked, but should have the potential to create a suitable rhyming line.

Need help thinking of rhyming words?

Then follow this link to a rhyme generator: https://www.coolgenerator.com/rhyme-generator

Pages: ages, stages, engages, rampages.

Feeling free: flee, guarantee, me, sea, tree.

Words: absurd, inferred, heard.

Paper: None suitable.

Writing a Rhyming Poem

I don’t like

I prefer this idea!

It’s time to write up those poems! Think about your rhyming scheme. I am going to use two line stanzas with the rhyming couplets at the end of each line.

You may want to use this style or perhaps you want to try out the rhyme scheme from yesterday’s poem.

Try and include 5 rhyming couplets in your poem.

Write your poem in your book or use the template on the next page.

Decorate the poem with colourful illustrations.

Here is my example:

Look at the list of rhymes created in Task 3. Use these to start writing lines for your

poem. Write down all your ideas - even if they

seem silly. You might be able to edit them to make them work later.

An idea may even pop into your head that isn’t on your plan. It’s okay to use that too!

Don’t forget to send in your finished poems for a shout out on our weekly learning video!

Writing a Rhyming Poem