Maple Class

Maple Class home learning for Monday 11th May 2020

Spellings – when words end in a silent e, drop the e before adding an ing (like move=moving, hide=hiding, chase=chasing). Try these words, and put into sentences:

Love, change, hope, store, drive, stare

English – this week we will be revising word classes, and starting today with nouns. What is a noun? Can you write a simple definition to explain it to someone who doesn’t know? Can you find 5 nouns in your bedroom? Can you draw 5 nouns in your kitchen? Can you list 5 nouns found in the bathroom? 

Maths – this week we will be recalling all our multiplication and division knowledge. Today, visit Purple Mash – Mathematics – 2 Simple Table Toons and rehearse those times tables you feel less confident with. Focus on 2x, 3x, 5x and 10x first, then you can challenge yourself with the other times tables after. 

Theme – this week we will be learning all about some Japanese arts and crafts. Below is a suggested list of activities to choose from, maybe pick one a day to explore. 

  • Can you follow the instructions carefully to make an origami model? Visit www.redtedart.com/easy-origami-for-kids  and pick a design that interests you. 
  • Can you draw, paint or collage a Japanese blossom tree? 
  • Can you make a Japanese Zen garden? A Japanese Zen garden is traditionally a rock garden made up of just rocks and sand, although plants may be used. Patterns are made in the sand to represent rippling water. To make your own miniature garden you will need:
  • A small box (we used a chocolate box)
  • Sand (playpit sand is perfect) or fine gravel
  • Pebbles
  • A fork 
  • Fill your box halfway to the rim with sand. Use your fork to draw a pattern in the sand. Arrange your pebbles. (Fine gravel can be used instead of sand).
  • Can you craft a Samurai sword and helmet? Visit www.activityvillage.co.uk/samurai-sword-craft 
  • Can you cut out and fold the Japanese paper dolls? Go to free-paper-dolls.com and search “Japanese paper dolls”. 
  • Can you make Godzilla, following the instructions and recycling a toilet roll tube? Visit www.dltk-kids.com/world/japan/mgodzilla.htm 
  • Can you learn and perform the song “My Fish Kite”? Visit www.childfun.com/themes/world/japan 

Thank you, Mrs Keeler.