Wednesday 1st July
LC: Use inverted commas for speech.
We should now be ready to move on to verse 3. Look back at your planning sheet.
Speak to your talk partners and tell them how the spider described what was in his pantry. Don't forget to use flattering words!
01.07.26
LC: To be able to measure the perimeter of 2D shapes.
RIC
Painfully, Ivan hauled himself up into the ice-lacquered branches and sat, gazing down. The wolves milled, snarling, around the foot of the tree. Their slavering jaws were upturned and their breath rose in plumes around him. Now and then, a wolf would leap, its jaws snapping within inches of his feet.
R- What word tells us that it was not easy climbing the trees?
I- What do the wolves want to do?
C- Can you spot an adverb?
LC: To retrieve and record information from non-fiction.
Yesterday, we had a look at a non-fiction text on dogs. Today we are going to have a look at another text. We will read it together and ensure that we understand it properly to be able to retrieve information.
Are there any words that you do not understand the meaning of?
Together on the board, we will highlight the words that we are unsure about before we answer the questions.
1) What was the name that the Aztecs used for chocolate?
The Aztecs used the name... instead of chocolate.
2) What was the name of the first westerner who discovered the beans?
The name of the first westerner who discovered the beans was...
3) Find a sentence that tells us that chocolate was not very tasty to begin with.
Independent
Continue reading the passage about chocolate.
Check that you understand the words. If there are any words that you do not understand, have a quick check on Word Hippo.
Now you should be ready to answer some questions:
1) What was the name of the man who discovered how to mold chocolate?
_________ discovered how to mold chocolate.
2) Who invented chocolate milk?
___________ invented milk chocolate.
3) From the text, copy a sentence which tells us that too much sugar is not good for us.
Wednesday 1st July 2026
LC: To suggest how the beliefs in the Holy Spirit influence how Christians worship.
Christians believe that the Holy Spirit is God's invisible power that helps people live good lives, make kind choices, and feel close to God.
We are going to listen to a Christian song.
Think about the lyrics and how they link with what we have learnt about the Holy Spirit.
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Music is a very important part of Christian worship. It helps people feel closer to God and makes worship joyful and special. Christians sing hymns in church.
Different forms of communal worship
Sunday Church Services
Most Christians go to church on Sunday.
They sing songs (hymns), listen to Bible stories, pray together, and hear a talk (sermon).
Holy Communion
This is a special meal where Christians remember Jesus.
They eat bread and drink wine (or juice), just like Jesus did with his friends at the Last Supper.
Baptisms
When someone is welcomed into the Christian family.
It usually happens in church with water and prayers.
Weddings and Funerals
Christians come together to celebrate a marriage or remember someone who has died.
These are also special acts of worship.
Prayer Groups and Bible Study
Sometimes Christians meet in small groups at homes or church.
They read the Bible, talk about God, and pray together.
Festivals like Christmas and Easter
Christians come together to celebrate Jesus’ birth and resurrection.
Churches are decorated, special songs are sung, and people often share meals.
Talk Partners
Look at the image below, think about and discuss why it might be important for Christians to believe that the Holy Spirit is present during worship.
Below are some images of church banners linked with the theme of the Holy Spirit/Pentecost.
Some Christian communities organise processions of witness at Pentecost because they are proud to publicly show that they are Christian.
A Procession of Witness is when Christians walk together through the streets (with banners) to show their faith in God.
Activity 1
Design a banner including Christian symbols that might be seen at Pentecost.
Activity 2
How do Christians worship?
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Christians feel that the _________ is present when they worship.
By worshipping, they believe it bring them_______ to God.