1. XXXX’s Story About Year 2

2. My name is xxxxx.
I am 6 years old.
I go to xxxxx School.

3. I used to be in Year 1 class.
My teacher was xxxxx.
My TAs were xxxxx.

4. After the Summer Holidays I will be in Year 2.
My teacher will be xxxx.
Other adults working in that class will be

5. Phonics, reading and writing Numeracy Painting and drawing Playtime
Some things in Year 2 will be the same as Year 1:
Friends
Carpet time
Register
Phonics, reading and writing
Numeracy
Painting and drawing
Playtime
Lunchtime
Fruit and milk
Assembly

6. Some things will be different:
Teacher
Classroom
Work
Tables and chairs
That’s OK.

7. I am going to Year 2 because I am growing up and learning.
All children grow and learn.
All children move classes where some things are different.

8. I might feel a bit nervous to be in a new class.
That’s OK.
Many children feel nervous when they start a new class.
If I am nervous I can;
Talk to my mum and dad
Read this story

9. I might feel excited to be going to Year 2.
That’s OK.
Many children feel excited when they are going to a new class.

10. I might miss my old teacher, xxxxx.
That’s OK.
I will still see her in assembly, the playground and around school.
When I see her I can say, “Hello” and smile.

11. I will try to work hard in Year 2 and keep on learning.
That is a good thing to do.
My teachers and helpers will be pleased that I am working hard.
My family will be pleased that I am working hard.