Term 2, Week 1
Level 1
In the classroom this week: Communication with parents is the key theme for this week. Send home the following information this Friday:
- Grade1 Term 2 Letter to parents + Jolly Phonics Sheet
- Key Words, Level 1, List 1
- Individual alphabet assessment from the end of Term 1
Read the parent letter carefully before sending it. You may want to make a few changes to individualise it. You could also copy and paste it onto your school letterhead. The letter tells parents that you have covered the alphabet in Term 1 and assessed which letter sounds each child can recognise. You are attaching this assessment and the Jolly Phonics sheet so that parents can help their children with the letter sounds that they didn’t know.
You are also sending home the first list of key words that Grade 1 children should learn, now that they know the alphabet. We’re making fabulous progress on the road to reading success! This term you should begin sending home the Talking Stories reading books for children to enjoy with their parents.
In the computer lab this week: Revise computer lab rules and the procedures for logging on and opening Talking Stories. Let children choose their favourite story from last term.
Level 2
In the classroom this week: Focus on strengthening parental involvement in children’s learning. Do you have parent interviews at the beginning of term? Use the opportunity to talk about developing a culture of reading in the home. Send home the following information this Friday:
- Grade2 Term 2 Letter to Parents
- Key Words, Level 2, List 2
- Individual key word assessment from the end of Term 1
The letter reminds parents that you have now revised and assessed all the Grade 1 high frequency words as well as learnt the first set of Grade 2 words. By sending home a copy of their child’s assessment sheet you are providing clear information on individual progress.
You are also sending home the next set of key words that Grade 2 children should learn. This term you should see real progress in reading. Keep up the good work – don’t let the pace slip at this crucial stage! Send reading books home each week to encourage parental involvement and a love of reading.
In the computer lab this week: Revise computer lab rules and the procedures for logging on and opening Talking Stories. Let children choose their favourite story from last term.
Level 3
In the classroom this week: This is the week for clear communication with parents. Send home the following information this Friday:
- Grade3 Term 2, Letter to Parents
- Key Words, Level 3, List 1
- Individual key word assessment from the end of Term 1
Each week send home Talking Stories reading books for children to share with their families. It is SO important for children to have access to reading material outside of the classroom. Encourage parents to join a library and to read themselves!
In the computer lab this week: Revise computer lab rules and the procedures for logging on and opening Talking Stories. Let children choose their favourite story from last term.
