Summary of Scheme of Work Art Year 7

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Summary of Scheme of Work Art Year 7"

Transcription

1 Summary of Scheme of Work Art Year 7 DRAWING PERIOD OF STUDY TERM1 MAIN FOCUS AIMS OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES Investigating Line, Tone, Texture, Form and Shape through recording from natural forms and imagination using a wide variety of black and white media. Explore the work of artists to develop their understanding of media and techniques. To use a variety of media charcoal, felt pen, pencil, chalk, oil pastel etc. exploring their properties and investigating the Basic Elements through observing and recording from natural objects such as plants, shells, skulls, wood etc. and imaginative work. The pupils will work individually and in groups. The development of observational skills. Exploration and analysis of the mark making possibilities of different media. Work in large and small scales. Development of individual choice in the application of media to subject. Development of critical appraisal of their own and others work. Learning new techniques and language. Investigate artists work in conjunction with their own work. A folder of studies leading up to a final piece of work based on the investigation and knowledge acquired during the project. Pupils will be assessed on the work produced in the class and on their homework. CRITERIA FOR SUCCESS Evidence that the student has an understanding of the Basic Elements studied in the term and that they show a growing confidence and progression in the use of media. The work should show the personal investigation produced by the student home work. NATIONAL CURRICULUM LEVELS 2 TO 8

2 Summary of Scheme of Work - Geography - Map Skills 7 What is geography? :- Physical/ Human/ Map Skills Maps and plans Use of scale Directions Use of an atlas Latitude and longitude OS maps 4 figure grid references 6 figure grid references Contour lines Cross-sections Skills test/ % TEST KEY STAGE: LEVELS 4 TO 7 OS maps Textbook Earthworks 1 -John Widdowson Key Geography Foundations David Waugh/ Tony Bushell N.B. Now that money for maps has ended it is advisable for students to buy an OS map for the local area to help develop map reading skills. [title Southend and Basildon]

3 Summary of Scheme of Work Food Technology Year 7 Healthy Eating EatWell Plate 8Guidelines for Healthy Eating National Statistics Diet Diaries and Evaluation Fruits and Vegetables Identification Benefits Seasonality Purchasing & Choosing Food Packaging and Labelling Shopping and Budgeting Marketing Techniques Growing Your Own Food Ethical and moral issues Factors affecting food choice Culinary Theory Cooking Methods Product Analysis Planning for Practical Sensory Testing Practical Cookery Preparation for cooking Hazard identification Basic hygiene Combining ingredient Cake Making Methods Using the Cooker Basic knife skills Experimentation Modification Products Cooked Fruit Flapjacks Pasta Salad Mini Pitta Pizza Fairy Cakes

4 takes place under three different forms. Students will be assessed by an end of term examination, portfolio of work and a practical mark. At the end of the term students will receive a national curriculum level and grade which encompasses all assessments undertaken. Year 7 students generally receive a national curriculum varying between Level 2 and Level 4 Internet Cookery Books Ingredients Culinary Equipment Recipe Booklets

5 Summary of Scheme of Work French Year 7 Basic Introductions School equipment Numbers, age and birthdays Classroom conversation Colours and adjective agreements End of topic test- reading and listening tests Peer and Self throughout the year Levels 1 and 2 Expo 1 textbook and workbook Internet resources- Linguascope, Zut, Languages Online

6 Mathematics Year 7 1. Number 1: Place Value, 4 operations, estimating, BIDMAS 2. Angles : Round a point, straight line, compass points. LOGO 3. Algebra 1: Number machines, General terms 4. Handling Data: 3 averages and range. End of Topic Tests 1. Number 1 Level : Angles Level : Algebra 1 Level : Handling Data Level : 5 6 Text book Revision Sheets My Maths

7 Summary of Scheme of Work Music Year 7 Rhythm and Elements of Music An introduction to notation and the elements of music. This S.O.W. includes an introduction to the elements of music Dynamics. Pitch. Duration. Timbre. Texture. Teacher Peer Self KS3 Levels 3 6 Computers Music software Class Percussion

8 Summary of Scheme of Work RE: Year 7 1a) Community Universal Church and local Parish community 1b) Identity What a school community is and identity as a Christian 1c) Relationships Understanding the relationship the disciples had with Jesus 1d) Christmas an understanding of the liturgical calendar and focus on Mary s role in Christmas narratives 1a) End of topic test and spellings 1b) Extended Writing 1c) Presentation 1d) Extended writing All assessments are guided with level descriptors Level 3 - Mainly descriptive work, basic linking and comparing of points or ideas Level 4 - More detailed understanding of religious beliefs and practices Level 5 Explanations of differences and references to actual beliefs held by people. Own research into Parish life, e.g. parish newsletters Text books Bibles

9 Summary of Scheme of Work History Year 7 1. THE NORMAN CONQUEST HOW DID WILLIAM TAKE POWER? Rivals for the throne in 1066 Why William won the Battle of Hastings 2. THE NORMAN CONQUEST - HOW DID WILLIAM KEEP POWER? Domesday Book Feudal System Bayeux Tapestry 3. WHY AND HOW DID CASTLES CHANGE? Types of castles Why and how castle building changed Attacking and defending castles 4. SKILLS Source skills Essay writing Essay: Why did William win the Battle of Hastings? Essay: Why and how did castle building change? Levels Visit The Campion School Library

10 Summary of Scheme of Work Term 1 ICT Year 7 Introduction to ICT Introduction, Definition of ICT and Rules and Policies Logging on, passwords and Keyboard. File and Folder Management Working with Windows Explorer, and interface tools Setting up Folders, Creating Deleting and Moving Navigating, Directory paths & structures Files, Types and Properties Word Processing Skills Opening and saving documents, Headers and footers, page numbers page, page breaks, preview and orientation of documents. Manipulation of text, and a variety of formatting techniques for presentation Working with clipart and other images Working with tables. Communications, School and MLE Fronter Fronter and school mail access Uploading, downloading and accessing online resources Collaborating, sending and receiving . E-Safety Dangers from internet and usage. Mobile technology and cyber bullying. Social networking sites and issues ICT Hardware and General Knowledge Component parts of computer systems, internal and external. Input, output, and storage devices. Functionality of component parts and alternatives. Network facilities and resource available. Teacher assessment in line with National Curriculum criteria in process and at the end of projects/units of work along with formal end of unit assessments and tests where suitable comprising of on-line and or written exams. National Curriculum Levels 3 to 6 Your son will be given his log in details for Fronter and his teacher will put some resources here for him to use. Video tutorials.

11 Sept Oct Half Term English Yr 7 Basic Skills Pupils learn to: Revise basic grammar terms Use the library effectively Develop writing skills through the production of their own autobiography Students reading, writing and speaking and listening abilities will be assessed during this period. Nov - Christmas Yr 7 Greek Myths (Fox) Pupils learn to: Use role-play and drama to explore characters in fictional narratives Identify themes and ideas in fictional narratives To use dialogue and third person description to create a sense of voice within fictional narratives Learn how to begin, develop and resolve a story, transposing and rewriting Greek Myths : Empathetic writing Students create a piece of descriptive writing based on character from one of the Greek Myths. Yr 7 Poetry (Garnet/Southwell) Pupils learn to: Read, understand and discuss a range of poems, focusing on poetic voice and themes Analyse how poetry allows writers to use structure and layout in unusual and thought-provoking ways to convey meaning How to generate ideas for the content and linguistic features of their own poetry (planning and drafting) Use a range of poetic techniques with precision and for impact : Students write their own poem in the style and form of a studied poet. Yr 7 Modern Play Humpty Dumpty (Fisher/More) Pupils learn to: extract the main points and relevant information from a text or source using a range of strategies such as skimming and scanning

12 identify and understand the main ideas, viewpoints, themes and purposes in a text understand the different ways texts can reflect the social, cultural and historical contexts in which they were written explore ideas, texts and issues through a variety of dramatic approaches and conventions describe and find examples of how language is used in different contexts : Students develop their writing to advise skills by producing a letter to an agony aunt from the central character. Students speaking and listening skills will also be assessed through a variety of drama activities.

13 Summary of Scheme of Work - Science Year 7 7 FISHER 7 FOX 7 GARNET 7 MORE 7 SOUTHWELL Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Electrical Circuits Cells Simple Chemical Reactions Forces Particle Theory Electrical Circuits Cells Simple Chemical Reactions Variation & Classification Particle Theory Electrical Circuits Cells Forces Variation & Classification Particle Theory Electrical Circuits Simple Chemical Reactions Forces Variation & Classification Particle Theory Interim W/C 30/01/12 Year 7 exam W/C 28/05/12 tests will be created from Testbase ( a database of previous KS3 Exam questions) with an even distribution of levelled questions from levels 3 6 for the interim and levels 3-7 for the year 7 exam. In addition to these there will be APP activities for a number of the topics taught. Levels 3 to 7 The Heinemann Science Scheme 1 text book

Theme: Britain Focus: Healthy Eating Context: Basic Culinary skills

Theme: Britain Focus: Healthy Eating Context: Basic Culinary skills Scheme of Work KS3 Food Design Technology YEAR: 7 MODULE/UNIT TITLE: Healthy Eating DURATION: 20 hours (10 weeks) Unit Summary: students will: become familiar with (and more confident in) the cooking area;

More information

Grade 4 Writing Curriculum Map

Grade 4 Writing Curriculum Map Curriculum Map BOE Approval November 2013 CURRICULUM MAP WRITING GRADE 4 SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY Creating a Buzz About : It s All About Me! Tell Me A Story Realistic Fiction Tell Me

More information

Published on www.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/nationalstrategies

Published on www.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/nationalstrategies Published on www.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/nationalstrategies 16-Dec-2010 Year 3 Narrative Unit 3 Adventure and mystery Adventure and mystery (4 weeks) This is the third in a block of four narrative units

More information

Knowledge and Understanding of the World. Early Learning Goals. National Curriculum. (learning objectives) (level 1 descriptors)

Knowledge and Understanding of the World. Early Learning Goals. National Curriculum. (learning objectives) (level 1 descriptors) Knowledge and Understanding of the World Knowledge and Understanding of the world Science K&U4 Ask questions about why things happened and how things work To talk about what they see To make recordings

More information

Language Arts Literacy Areas of Focus: Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy Areas of Focus: Grade 6 Language Arts Literacy : Grade 6 Mission: Learning to read, write, speak, listen, and view critically, strategically and creatively enables students to discover personal and shared meaning throughout their

More information

HISTORY KEY STAGE THREE

HISTORY KEY STAGE THREE HISTORY KEY STAGE THREE SCHEME OF WORK HISTORY KS3 ASSESSMENT AND HOMEWORK POLICY INTRODUCTION It is the aim of the History Department to develop increasingly independent learners who take responsibility

More information

AK + ASD Writing Grade Level Expectations For Grades 3-6

AK + ASD Writing Grade Level Expectations For Grades 3-6 Revised ASD June 2004 AK + ASD Writing For Grades 3-6 The first row of each table includes a heading that summarizes the performance standards, and the second row includes the complete performance standards.

More information

Language Arts Literacy Areas of Focus: Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy Areas of Focus: Grade 5 Language Arts Literacy : Grade 5 Mission: Learning to read, write, speak, listen, and view critically, strategically and creatively enables students to discover personal and shared meaning throughout their

More information

Virginia English Standards of Learning Grade 8

Virginia English Standards of Learning Grade 8 A Correlation of Prentice Hall Writing Coach 2012 To the Virginia English Standards of Learning A Correlation of, 2012, Introduction This document demonstrates how, 2012, meets the objectives of the. Correlation

More information

Standard 1: Learn and develop skills and meet technical demands unique to dance, music, theatre/drama and visual arts.

Standard 1: Learn and develop skills and meet technical demands unique to dance, music, theatre/drama and visual arts. ART CONTENT STANDARDS FOR VISUAL ARTS Grades K-5 Note: Each standard requires the application of the elements of art and principles of design. Strand: Visual Arts Standard 1: Learn and develop skills and

More information

EASTINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

EASTINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL EASTINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL ICT POLICY January 2011 Reviewed annually Reference: E safety policy, Safeguarding policy ICT POLICY Eastington Primary Mission Statement Eastington Primary School is a vibrant,

More information

PROGRAMME ANNEE SCOLAIRE 2015/2016. Matière/Subject : English Langue d enseignement/teaching Language : English Nom de l enseignant/teacher s Name:

PROGRAMME ANNEE SCOLAIRE 2015/2016. Matière/Subject : English Langue d enseignement/teaching Language : English Nom de l enseignant/teacher s Name: Classe/Class : CM2 Section : Matière/Subject : Langue d enseignement/teaching Language : Nom de l enseignant/teacher s Name: Nombre d heures hebdomadaires/number of hours per week : Approx. 4½ hours. Présentation

More information

Assessment Without Levels

Assessment Without Levels Assessment reform As part of our reforms to the national curriculum, the current system of levels used to report children s attainment and progress will be removed from September 2014 and will not be replaced.

More information

behind the scenes curriculum mapping: primary The following curriculum mapping is relevant for all 10 episodes of THE LION KING - Behind The Scenes

behind the scenes curriculum mapping: primary The following curriculum mapping is relevant for all 10 episodes of THE LION KING - Behind The Scenes curriculum mapping: primary The following curriculum mapping is relevant for all 10 episodes of THE LION KING - Behind The Scenes Episode 1 from screen to stage Episode 2 BEHIND THE STORY Episode 3 meet

More information

Grade 5. Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand

Grade 5. Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand Turtle Island Conservation Ontario Teachers Resource Bundle 1 The Arts 1.1

More information

Year 1 reading expectations (New Curriculum) Year 1 writing expectations (New Curriculum)

Year 1 reading expectations (New Curriculum) Year 1 writing expectations (New Curriculum) Year 1 reading expectations Year 1 writing expectations Responds speedily with the correct sound to graphemes (letters or groups of letters) for all 40+ phonemes, including, where applicable, alternative

More information

Background to the new Staffordshire Grids

Background to the new Staffordshire Grids Background to the new Staffordshire Grids The removal of levels for most pupils in 2014-15 and all pupils in 2015-16, has posed a problem for schools in how to assess children s progress in the New National

More information

Year 8 Revision List SUMMER 2016

Year 8 Revision List SUMMER 2016 Year 8 Revision List SUMMER 2016 Drama Exams will commence the week beginning Monday 16 th May for 8DJ, 8DC, 8HM and 8GP and will begin the week beginning Monday 23 rd May for 8RP; Each pupil has been

More information

Grade 1. Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand

Grade 1. Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand Grade 1 Ontario Provincial Curriculum-based Expectations Guideline Walking with Miskwaadesi and Walking with A`nó:wara By Subject/Strand Turtle Island Conservation Ontario Teacher Resource Bundle 1 The

More information

Students will know Vocabulary: purpose details reasons phrases conclusion point of view persuasive evaluate

Students will know Vocabulary: purpose details reasons phrases conclusion point of view persuasive evaluate Fourth Grade Writing : Text Types and Purposes Essential Questions: 1. How do writers select the genre of writing for a specific purpose and audience? 2. How do essential components of the writing process

More information

Year 5 Poetry based on Unit 2 Classic/narrative poems

Year 5 Poetry based on Unit 2 Classic/narrative poems Narrative Poems (based on the Primary framework for literacy, Poetry Unit 2 Classic/narrative poems) Key aspects of learning Enquiry Children will investigate an older narrative poem, seeking the answers

More information

EXAMS Leaving Certificate English

EXAMS Leaving Certificate English EXAMS Leaving Certificate English Theme Language focus Learning focus Learning Support Language Support Exams: English Key vocabulary for exam questions, type and structure of questions. Understanding

More information

Unit 3: Acting Skills

Unit 3: Acting Skills Unit 3: Acting Skills Level: 1 and 2 Unit type: Optional specialist Guided learning hours: 60 Assessment type: Internal Unit introduction Do you know what kind of training every actor needs in order to

More information

Rubrics for Assessing Student Writing, Listening, and Speaking High School

Rubrics for Assessing Student Writing, Listening, and Speaking High School Rubrics for Assessing Student Writing, Listening, and Speaking High School Copyright by the McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission is granted to reproduce the material contained herein

More information

MFL Policy 2014. Policy confirmed by the Governing Body of Our Lady Immaculate Roman Catholic Primary School on: Date: 23.9.14

MFL Policy 2014. Policy confirmed by the Governing Body of Our Lady Immaculate Roman Catholic Primary School on: Date: 23.9.14 MFL Policy 2014 Policy confirmed by the Governing Body of Our Lady Immaculate Roman Catholic Primary School on: Date: 23.9.14 Signature: (Chair of Governors) To be reviewed on: Rationale for Teaching Languages

More information

Talking and Listening. Language and Literacy in the Foundation Stage

Talking and Listening. Language and Literacy in the Foundation Stage Acknowledgements The Early Years Literacy Interboard Group wishes to record its thanks to the following schools for their willing co-operation in the production of this resource. Ballysillan Primary, Belfast;

More information

ST. PETER S CHURCH OF ENGLAND (VOLUNTARY AIDED) PRIMARY SCHOOL SOUTH WEALD. Modern Foreign Language Policy

ST. PETER S CHURCH OF ENGLAND (VOLUNTARY AIDED) PRIMARY SCHOOL SOUTH WEALD. Modern Foreign Language Policy ST. PETER S CHURCH OF ENGLAND (VOLUNTARY AIDED) PRIMARY SCHOOL SOUTH WEALD Modern Foreign Language Policy January 2013 ST PETER S MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGE (MFL) POLICY RATIONALE In the knowledge society

More information

BUILDING DIGITAL LITERACY PURPOSE DEFINING DIGITAL LITERACY USING THIS GUIDE

BUILDING DIGITAL LITERACY PURPOSE DEFINING DIGITAL LITERACY USING THIS GUIDE BUILDING PURPOSE In today s society, it is critical for students to be able to use the vast amount of technology available to them. Computer literacy will provide students with skills they need to succeed

More information

The benefits of using presentation software in the classroom include:

The benefits of using presentation software in the classroom include: NCTE ICT in the Classroom Presentation software - focus on literacy & numeracy (Primary) Ref: 12-11 Introduction The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of the benefits of using presentation

More information

Assessing children s writing at the end of Key Stage 2. 6 th December 2013

Assessing children s writing at the end of Key Stage 2. 6 th December 2013 Assessing children s writing at the end of Key Stage 2 6 th December 2013 Aims of this morning: To outline the statutory requirements of KS2 writing assessment in 2014. To summarise Gloucestershire s KS2

More information

Mathematics. Introduction

Mathematics. Introduction Mathematics Introduction Numeracy is a core subject within the National Curriculum. This policy outlines the purpose, nature and management of the mathematics taught and learned in our school. Mathematics

More information

HEALTHY EATING POLICY

HEALTHY EATING POLICY NEWPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL HEALTHY EATING POLICY Policy Statement This policy document sets out the School s aims, principles and strategies for the delivery of Healthy Eating Education in our school. Context

More information

Units of Study 9th Grade

Units of Study 9th Grade Units of Study 9th Grade First Semester Theme: The Journey Second Semester Theme: Choices The Big Ideas in English Language Arts that drive instruction: Independent thinkers construct meaning through language.

More information

Handale Primary School Music Curriculum Year EYFS ( 4-5 year olds)

Handale Primary School Music Curriculum Year EYFS ( 4-5 year olds) Handale Primary School Music Curriculum Year EYFS ( 4-5 year olds) Music at EYFS stage reflects the different ways in which children learn and engage with other people. Many examples of stories, songs

More information

St.Dennis CP School. Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Policy February 2013

St.Dennis CP School. Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Policy February 2013 St.Dennis CP School Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Policy February 2013 Policy confirmed by the Governing Body of St Dennis CP School on: Date: Signature: To be reviewed on: 1 Rationale for Teaching Languages

More information

Differentiated Instruction

Differentiated Instruction Differentiated Instruction In any classroom, students will have a range of abilities, needs and interests. Differentiated instruction is any instructional strategy that recognizes and supports individual

More information

Skills across the curriculum. Developing communication

Skills across the curriculum. Developing communication across the curriculum Developing communication Developing communication Schools should provide opportunities, where appropriate, for learners to develop and apply communication across the curriculum through

More information

Art and design. Key Stages 2 3. in the National Curriculum for Wales

Art and design. Key Stages 2 3. in the National Curriculum for Wales Key Stages 2 3 Art and design in the National Curriculum for Wales Yr Adran Plant, Addysg, Dysgu Gydol Oes a Sgiliau Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills Art and design in the

More information

ST. PATRICK'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL. Policy on Music

ST. PATRICK'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL. Policy on Music ST. PATRICK'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL Policy on Music 1 Aims and objectives 1.1 Music is a unique way of communicating that can inspire and motivate children. It is a vehicle for personal expression, and

More information

Literacy Policy. Status: Advisory. Member of Staff responsible: Principal. Associated Policies and documentation: SEND, Teaching of English

Literacy Policy. Status: Advisory. Member of Staff responsible: Principal. Associated Policies and documentation: SEND, Teaching of English Literacy Policy Status: Advisory Member of Staff responsible: Principal Associated Policies and documentation: SEND, Teaching of English Implementation Date: September 2014 Review Date: September 2015

More information

Llansanffraid Church in Wales Primary School. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy

Llansanffraid Church in Wales Primary School. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy Llansanffraid Church in Wales Primary School Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy ICT is changing the lives of everyone. Through teaching children the skills to use ICT we equip them to

More information

English. Suggested long term planning Years 1 to 6. Herts for Learning Ltd 01438 845111 www.hertsforlearning.co.uk

English. Suggested long term planning Years 1 to 6. Herts for Learning Ltd 01438 845111 www.hertsforlearning.co.uk English long term planning Years 1 to 6 Herts for Learning Ltd 01438 845111 www.hertsforlearning.co.uk The Long Term Plans allow for two planning approaches: Planning which follows the teaching sequence

More information

John Hanson Community School Homework Guidelines 2014-2015

John Hanson Community School Homework Guidelines 2014-2015 Homework is important because the evidence demonstrates that when it is set in a regular and meaningful manner it contributes to advances in student learning. So the setting of homework gives a learning

More information

Shottery CE Primary School. Assessment, Recording and Reporting Policy

Shottery CE Primary School. Assessment, Recording and Reporting Policy Shottery CE Primary School Assessment, Recording and Reporting Policy At Shottery Primary School At Shottery Primary we aim to follow the principles of assessment for learning, in that we share with the

More information

Students will know Vocabulary: claims evidence reasons relevant accurate phrases/clauses credible source (inc. oral) formal style clarify

Students will know Vocabulary: claims evidence reasons relevant accurate phrases/clauses credible source (inc. oral) formal style clarify Sixth Grade Writing : Text Types and Purposes Essential Questions: 1. How do writers select the genre of writing for a specific purpose and audience? 2. How do essential components of the writing process

More information

Culinary Arts Blueprint

Culinary Arts Blueprint Culinary Arts Blueprint This Blueprint contains the subject matter content of this Skill Connect Assessment. This Blueprint does NOT contain the information one would need to fully prepare for a SkillsUSA

More information

Literacy Overview - Sheringdale Year 1

Literacy Overview - Sheringdale Year 1 Literacy Overview - Sheringdale Year 1 Narrative Pre-Unit 1: Stories in familiar settings Narrative Unit 1A: Stories in familiar settings Non-fiction Unit 1: Labels, lists, signs, captions Poetry Unit

More information

A brief introduction to the course: Course Content: Course Leaders: English. Assessment Criteria: Year 7 Topics covered: YR 7 Themes covered:

A brief introduction to the course: Course Content: Course Leaders: English. Assessment Criteria: Year 7 Topics covered: YR 7 Themes covered: English Communication makes the world go round. Your English lessons are designed to turn you into a wonderful communicator, not just verbally but making sure that your writing packs a punch too! We will

More information

Exemplar Unit of Work: KS1 NEW question What do some people believe about God?

Exemplar Unit of Work: KS1 NEW question What do some people believe about God? Exemplar Unit of Work: KS1 NEW question What do some people believe about God? This unit of work contributes towards the principal aim of RE in Gloucestershire: To engage pupils with questions arising

More information

Courses for Grade 11 Students All students are required to select eight (8) courses:

Courses for Grade 11 Students All students are required to select eight (8) courses: Courses for Grade 11 Students All students are required to select eight (8) courses: ADVANCED ENGLISH 11 (compulsory or other level) Advanced English 11 is an intensive program of study that offers a challenging

More information

Cartooning and Animation MS. Middle School

Cartooning and Animation MS. Middle School Cartooning and Animation Middle School Course Title Cartooning and Animation MS Course Abbreviation CART/ANIM MS Course Code Number 200603 Special Notes General Art is a prerequisite, or department permission

More information

Primrose Hill Primary School Literacy Policy: A baseline for outstanding practice

Primrose Hill Primary School Literacy Policy: A baseline for outstanding practice .. Primrose Hill Primary School Literacy Policy: A baseline for outstanding practice January 2012 Review date: January 2013 KEY PRINCIPLES Teaching at Primrose Hill is Learning Centred, meaning that each

More information

THE QUEEN S SCHOOL Assessment Policy

THE QUEEN S SCHOOL Assessment Policy The Queen s Church of England Primary School Encouraging every child to reach their full potential, nurtured and supported in a Christian community which lives by the values of Love, Compassion and Respect.

More information

GRADE 9 READING LITERATURE...2

GRADE 9 READING LITERATURE...2 Grade 9 Reading Additional Samples The BC performance standards for Grade 9 reading consist of rating scales that describe student achievement in March-April of a given year and samples illustrating typical

More information

Language Arts Core, First Grade, Standard 8 Writing-Students write daily to communicate effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences.

Language Arts Core, First Grade, Standard 8 Writing-Students write daily to communicate effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences. Genre Unit Reading and Writing Fables by Amy Kinney Language Arts Core, First Grade, Standard 7 Comprehension-Students understand, interpret, and analyze narrative and informational grade level text. Objective

More information

Technology (Information Technology) Benchmarks

Technology (Information Technology) Benchmarks Technology (Information Technology) Benchmarks Kindergarten A. With teacher support, demonstrate knowledge of ergonomics and electrical safety when using computers. B. With teacher support, explain that

More information

Grade Genre Skills Lessons Mentor Texts and Resources 6 Grammar To Be Covered

Grade Genre Skills Lessons Mentor Texts and Resources 6 Grammar To Be Covered Grade Genre Skills Lessons Mentor Texts and Resources 6 Grammar To Be Covered 6 Personal Narrative Parts of speech (noun, adj, verb, adv) Complete sentence (subj. and verb) Capitalization Tense (identify)

More information

PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM POLICY GUIDANCE FOR MUSIC

PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM POLICY GUIDANCE FOR MUSIC PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM POLICY GUIDANCE FOR MUSIC INTRODUCTION AND SUBJECT DEFINITION This will be a short statement that outlines the place of Music within the curriculum and how it supports the whole

More information

Appendix: W. Item: Curriculum Course Guide - New High School Course/Honors Creative Writing Department: Instructional Services

Appendix: W. Item: Curriculum Course Guide - New High School Course/Honors Creative Writing Department: Instructional Services Appendix: W Item: Curriculum Course Guide - New High School Course/Honors Creative Writing Department: Instructional Services Background/Historical Context: Creative Writing has been offered in our school

More information

Manston Primary School. Policy for Music

Manston Primary School. Policy for Music Manston Primary School Policy for Music January 2016 This policy is intended to support the teaching and learning of music at Manston Primary School, enabling consistency, continuity and progression for

More information

Taree Christian College English

Taree Christian College English Year 7 English Drama unit: Short Plays based on Asian Folklore Tricking the Tiger Introductory Statement The focus of this unit is on reading aloud confidently and with expression, through the medium of

More information

Queen Edith CP School. Modern Foreign and Community Languages (MFCL) Policy

Queen Edith CP School. Modern Foreign and Community Languages (MFCL) Policy Queen Edith CP School Modern Foreign and Community Languages (MFCL) Policy June 2011 1. Introduction Modern Foreign and Community Languages (MFCL) Policy The previous government s Languages Strategy highlighted

More information

Policy Document Planning, Assessment, Recording and Reporting September 2010

Policy Document Planning, Assessment, Recording and Reporting September 2010 Policy Document Planning, Assessment, Recording and Reporting September 2010 PLANNING, ASSESSMENT, RECORDING AND REPORTING POLICY 1 INTRODUCTION Planning, assessment, recording and reporting are an integral

More information

MStM Reading/Language Arts Curriculum Lesson Plan Template

MStM Reading/Language Arts Curriculum Lesson Plan Template Grade Level: 6 th grade Standard 1: Students will use multiple strategies to read a variety of texts. Grade Level Objective: 1. A.6.1: compare/contrast the differences in fiction and non-fiction text.

More information

Terrace Road Primary School

Terrace Road Primary School Terrace Road Primary School Art Policy TERRACE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL ART POLICY Introduction Terrace Road is an inner city school in Swansea. At Terrace Road school children are encouraged to develop Art/Craft

More information

There s a Boy in the Girls Bathroom by Louis Sachar

There s a Boy in the Girls Bathroom by Louis Sachar There s a Boy in the Girls Bathroom by Louis Sachar This unit lasts three weeks This book has as its main character Bradley Chalkers, a bad boy who is always in trouble. In this story, we are allowed to

More information

Grade 8 Lesson Peer Influence

Grade 8 Lesson Peer Influence Grade 8 Lesson Peer Influence Summary This lesson is one in a series of Grade 8 lessons. If you aren t able to teach all the lessons, try pairing this lesson with the Substance and Gambling Information,

More information

Cross - Curriculum Class Newspaper Year Level: 9

Cross - Curriculum Class Newspaper Year Level: 9 Cross - Curriculum Class Newspaper Year Level: 9 Activity Objective: To produce a self-funding newspaper in groups to be distributed to the school or wider community. The Learning Context and Curriculum

More information

Churnet View Middle School Displays

Churnet View Middle School Displays Churnet View Middle School Displays Following meetings where the importance of visual learning has been discussed we have, as an English department, made a conscious effort to use more interesting, interactive

More information

Unit 5: KS2 Key Theme: Religion and the Individual Year 4 Spring Term

Unit 5: KS2 Key Theme: Religion and the Individual Year 4 Spring Term Unit 5: KS2 Key Theme: Religion and the Individual Year 4 Spring Term ABOUT THIS UNIT: Work in this unit will enable children to explore aspects of, Christianity and Islam and to discover what is expected

More information

This document has been produced to support the development of effective questioning and dialogue between teacher and pupils.

This document has been produced to support the development of effective questioning and dialogue between teacher and pupils. QUESTIONING Assessing and Developing Children s Understanding and Thinking in Literacy through Effective Introduction This document has been produced to support the development of effective questioning

More information

Ryburn Valley High School

Ryburn Valley High School Ryburn Valley High School Assessment, Recording & Reporting Policy Date of Issue: February 2015 Strive to Excel Page 1 Contents Page Introduction Rationale 3 Aims and Objectives 3 Definitions 4 Development

More information

Montgomery County Public Schools English 9B Exam Review

Montgomery County Public Schools English 9B Exam Review Montgomery County Public Schools English 9B Exam Review June 2013 FORMAT Five Readings an excerpt from a Shakespeare play (not Romeo and Juliet) two poems a narrative a nonfiction article related to the

More information

Key Stage 3 ENGLISH Medium Term Plan: THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS

Key Stage 3 ENGLISH Medium Term Plan: THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS Key Stage 3 ENGLISH Medium Term Plan: THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS KEY ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES: AO1: SPEAKING, LISTENING & AO2: STUDYING SPOKEN LANGUAGE 1 Communicating & Adapting Language DURATION: Week

More information

Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening

Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening Pre-K - 3 REVISED May 18, 2010 Pennsylvania Department of Education These standards are offered as a voluntary resource for Pennsylvania

More information

E/LA Common Core Standards for Writing Grade 5

E/LA Common Core Standards for Writing Grade 5 Text Type and Purposes Anchor Standards 1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. 2. Write informative/explanatory

More information

Hamilton Primary School

Hamilton Primary School Hamilton Primary School Healthy Eating Policy Approved by Governors : 19 May 2015 Review Date : Spring 2018 1 Hamilton Primary School Healthy Eating Policy Introduction As a Health Promoting School, Hamilton

More information

Episode 1: Literacy Resource Pack

Episode 1: Literacy Resource Pack Episode 1: Literacy Resource Pack These resources have been written to provide teachers with starter activities and ideas relating to Episode One of Inanimate Alice. They do not constitute a complete course,

More information

St Michael s Primary School. ICT School Policy Data Protection and E Safety

St Michael s Primary School. ICT School Policy Data Protection and E Safety St Michael s Primary School ICT School Policy Data Protection and E Safety FGB 2013 St. Michael s C.E. Primary School Policy Information Communication Technology This policy document sets out St Michael's

More information

YEAR 2 TOPIC OVERVIEW 2014 2015. YEAR 1 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6

YEAR 2 TOPIC OVERVIEW 2014 2015. YEAR 1 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 YEAR 2 TOPIC OVERVIEW 2014 2015 YEAR 1 Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 TOPIC Here and there What s it made of? Changes SCIENCE ANIMALS INCLUDING HUMANS - HEALTHY EATING HISTORY THE GREAT FIRE

More information

SIXTH GRADE UNIT 1. Reading: Literature

SIXTH GRADE UNIT 1. Reading: Literature Reading: Literature Writing: Narrative RL.6.1 RL.6.2 RL.6.3 RL.6.4 RL.6.5 RL.6.6 RL.6.7 W.6.3 SIXTH GRADE UNIT 1 Key Ideas and Details Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly

More information

Aligning Curriculum with the Pre-Kindergarten Standards. Pre-Kindergarten Standards and Indicators by Key Learning Area

Aligning Curriculum with the Pre-Kindergarten Standards. Pre-Kindergarten Standards and Indicators by Key Learning Area Aligning Curriculum with the Pre-Kindergarten Standards PA Pre-K Counts and Keystone STARS require that every program utilize a curriculum that is aligned with Pennsylvania s Learning Standards for Early

More information

This image cannot currently be displayed. Course Catalog. Language Arts 600. 2016 Glynlyon, Inc.

This image cannot currently be displayed. Course Catalog. Language Arts 600. 2016 Glynlyon, Inc. This image cannot currently be displayed. Course Catalog Language Arts 600 2016 Glynlyon, Inc. Table of Contents COURSE OVERVIEW... 1 UNIT 1: ELEMENTS OF GRAMMAR... 3 UNIT 2: GRAMMAR USAGE... 3 UNIT 3:

More information

7 th Grade STAAR Writing Camp

7 th Grade STAAR Writing Camp 7 th Grade STAAR Writing Camp The objective for this writing camp is for students to determine whether the prompt is a narrative or expository prompt. Students will analyze and compose essays based on

More information

Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening June 1, 2009 FINAL Elementary Standards Grades 3-8

Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening June 1, 2009 FINAL Elementary Standards Grades 3-8 Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening June 1, 2009 FINAL Elementary Standards Grades 3-8 Pennsylvania Department of Education These standards are offered as a voluntary resource

More information

Art and Design Policy

Art and Design Policy Caldecote Community Primary School Art and Design Policy Mission Statement Learning Together, Achieving Together Draft completed by YS and MA November 2014 Discussed with SLT November 2014 Ratified by

More information

Minnesota Academic Standards

Minnesota Academic Standards Minnesota Academic Standards Arts K-12 2008 The proposed revised standards in this document were drafted during the 2007-2008 school year. These standards are currently proceeding through the administrative

More information

High Halden Church of England Primary School. Early Years Policy

High Halden Church of England Primary School. Early Years Policy Early Years Policy As a Church of England School, we nurture the Christian faith in our pupils as well as teaching them knowledge and understanding of other religions. All stakeholders of Value: Equality

More information

Mathematics Policy Bordesley Green Primary

Mathematics Policy Bordesley Green Primary Aims Mathematics Policy Bordesley Green Primary The national curriculum and EYFS for mathematics aims to ensure that all pupils: Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, including the varied and

More information

Expository Reading and Writing By Grade Level

Expository Reading and Writing By Grade Level Expository and Writing By Grade Level Kindergarten TEKS identify the topic of an informational text heard identify the topic and details in expository text heard or read, referring to the words and/or

More information

Year 7 Curriculum Map 2013-2014

Year 7 Curriculum Map 2013-2014 Year 7 Curriculum Map 2013-2014 Autumn Theme: Survivors! Titanic-report writing Survivor drama-script writing and performance Text analysischaracterisation (Walkabout) Text analysis-sentence construction

More information

History. Programme of study for key stage 3 and attainment target (This is an extract from The National Curriculum 2007)

History. Programme of study for key stage 3 and attainment target (This is an extract from The National Curriculum 2007) History Programme of study for key stage 3 and attainment target (This is an extract from The National Curriculum 2007) Crown copyright 2007 Qualifications and Curriculum Authority 2007 Curriculum aims

More information

Morley Memorial Primary School

Morley Memorial Primary School Morley Memorial Primary School POLICY NAME: Healthy Eating/ Food Policy Frequency of review: 2 years Reviewed On: June 2015 Reviewed By: Facilities Committee Next review (date): June 2017 Introduction

More information

Senior Phase Grade 7 Today Planning Pack ARTS AND CULTURE

Senior Phase Grade 7 Today Planning Pack ARTS AND CULTURE M780636110205 Senior Phase Grade 7 Today Planning Pack ARTS AND CULTURE Contents: Work Schedule: Page Grade 7 2 Lesson Plans: Grade 7 4 Rubrics: Rubric 1 11 Rubric 2 12 Rubric 3 13 1 Work schedule for

More information

KS1: Why is the Church important to Christians? Prior learning Technical Vocabulary Resources

KS1: Why is the Church important to Christians? Prior learning Technical Vocabulary Resources KS1: Why is the Church important to Christians? About this unit This unit is based on the QCA Unit What can we learn from visiting a Church? It introduces children to the church as a special place where

More information

Examples of IEP Goals and Objectives

Examples of IEP Goals and Objectives AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER SERIES Examples of IEP Goals and Objectives Introduction Suggestions for Students with Autism When writing goals for children with Autism it is crucial to be as specific as possible.

More information

COMPARISON OF PUBLIC SCHOOL ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM

COMPARISON OF PUBLIC SCHOOL ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM COMPARISON OF PUBLIC SCHOOL ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM Please note that the Montessori curriculum is not divided into grades but rather into 3 year groupings such as 3-6,

More information

D36. Core Analysis Frame: Poetry. Examine Content. Examine Form and Structure. (continued on page D37)

D36. Core Analysis Frame: Poetry. Examine Content. Examine Form and Structure. (continued on page D37) Core Analysis Frame: Poetry D36 The questions on this analysis frame will help you achieve a basic understanding of any poem you read. For more advanced, in-depth analysis of each element, use the following

More information

VAK Learning Styles Self-Assessment Questionnaire

VAK Learning Styles Self-Assessment Questionnaire Student Services Study Skills Student Development and Counselling VAK Learning Styles Self-Assessment Questionnaire Circle or tick the answer that most represents how you generally behave. (It s best to

More information