Welcome to the CM1 presentation evening. Teachers Carolyn Howson Myanna Gregory Meriel Rhodes

Do not hesitate to get in contact: . Note in the spelling & communication book.

COMMUNICATION. The ENP website is there to communicate dates and other information on all parts of the programme. New information headed on the Homepage. Written report sent home in June. Individual parents evening in January.

The CM1 Team * Plan together. * Classroom helpers. * All CM1 classes have access to interactive white boards.

Text Books and Spellings Collins 6 textbook. Nelson 2 and 3 spelling books. Spelling exercises should be done but don't need to be shown to the teacher. Spelling corrections should be written out 3 times each.

Structure of ENP afternoons lesson break lesson.

Seating arrangements: ­ Usually in groups: - ability groups for use of level appropriate materials as well as adult support or extension. - mixed ability groups for peer support and reinforcement.  Groups change depending on the task.

read easily, fluently and with good understanding develop the habit of reading widely and often, for both pleasure and information acquire a wide vocabulary, an understanding of grammar & knowledge of linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language appreciate our rich and varied literary heritage speak and write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences in discussion, pupils should be able to elaborate and explain clearly their understanding and ideas are competent in the arts of speaking & listening, making formal presentations, demonstrating to others and participating in debate. Skills paragraphs connectives story openings contractions direct speech inserted clauses figurative speech

Units of Work: Class reader: Danny Champion of the World Recounts Poetry Cautionary Tales Script writing Myths and Legends Persuasive writing (advertisements, speeches, bias)

Homework Homework must be completed each week - approximately 2 hours in total. This will usually include: A written task. Spellings. Reading a library book on a regular basis - daily if possible.

How to help your child Break homework down so it is done in manageable chunks. Model and plan for writing by talking - discuss the task to be done. Offer best conditions in which to do h/w. Maximise opportunities for exposure to English. Encourage and model reading. Praise.

Dates for the calendar this year:  P arents' evening - January.  CM1 performance- Feb/March. Here's to a fun and productive year ahead! And that's CM1.