Monday
Monday 26th January
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tumbled =
mutter =
haunches =
deceptive =
superior =
Definitions (mixed order)-
Acting in a rude or unfair way during a game or competition.
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The back legs and hips of an animal.
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To speak quietly in a low, unclear voice.
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Having a higher quality, rank, or ability than something else.
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Not able to protect yourself from harm.
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In a way that is violent or cruel.
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To ban or not allow something.
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Scruffy or unhealthy-looking, especially used to describe an animal’s fur.
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Falling suddenly and awkwardly.
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Giving a false impression; not what it seems.
Forbid – The teacher will forbid running in the corridor for safety reasons.
Unsportsmanlike – Shouting at the referee was unsportsmanlike behaviour.
Defenceless – The small animal was left defenceless in the storm.
Mangy – A mangy dog waited nervously by the roadside.
Savagely – The waves crashed savagely against the rocks.
Tumbled – He tumbled down the hill and landed in a heap.
Mutter – She began to mutter angrily under her breath.
Haunches – The cat crouched on its haunches, ready to jump.
Deceptive – The calm surface of the water was deceptive and hid strong currents.
Superior – The winning team showed superior skill throughout the match.
Monday 26th January
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Success Criteria
☐ Use action, dialogue and description to move the story forward
☐ Show characters’ feelings through actions, thoughts or dialogue
☐ Use varied sentence starters and sentence lengths
☐ Use accurate punctuation, including capital letters and full stops
☐ Use correct punctuation for dialogue
☐ Choose vocabulary carefully to match the mood
26.01.26
LC: To identify the base and height of triangles
26.01.26
LC: To find the area of triangles
RIC
Liam pressed his forehead against the cold bus window and watched the town slide past in slow motion. The bakery on the corner was already open, sending warm smells into the air, while the newsagent lifted its shutters with a clatter. Everything felt normal, and that somehow made his stomach twist even more.
He shifted in his seat and checked his backpack for the fourth time. The envelope was still there, tucked safely between his books. It was plain and slightly creased, but to Liam it felt important — too important to lose. He rubbed his thumb along the edge of it, wishing the bus would slow down and hurry up at the same time.
The bus jolted to a stop. A few passengers stood and shuffled past him, their conversations light and careless. Liam stayed seated for a moment longer. His heart thumped loudly in his chest, and his mouth felt dry. Finally, he stood, slung his bag over one shoulder, and stepped down onto the pavement.
The glass building in front of him reflected the grey sky. It was taller than he remembered, its doors wide and shining. Liam squared his shoulders, took a deep breath, and walked towards it, hoping he was ready for whatever waited inside.
Questions
1. Retrieval
Where is the envelope kept inside Liam’s bag?
2. Inference
What clues suggest that Liam is feeling nervous about what he is about to do?
3. Author’s Choice
Why does the author describe the other passengers’ conversations as “light and careless”?
The Jungle Book
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Monday 26th January
LC: To explain how a Muslim might change after becoming a Hajji.
When the pilgrims return to their home countries after the journey of Hajj, they return spiritually refreshed, forgiven of their sins, and ready to start life anew, with a clean slate. The Prophet Muhammad once told his followers that, "Whoever performs the Hajj for the pleasure of Allah, and utters no evil words and commits no evil deeds during it, shall return from it as free from sin as the day on which his mother gave birth to him."
Family and community members often prepare a celebration to welcome pilgrims home and congratulate them on completing the journey. It is recommended to be humble in such gatherings and to ask the ones returning from Hajj to pray for your forgiveness, as they are in a strong position to do so. The Prophet said: "When you meet a hajji (on his way home) then greet him, shake hands with him and ask him to beg forgiveness of Allah on your behalf before he enters his home. His prayer for forgiveness is accepted, as he is forgiven by Allah for his sins."
For a person returning from Hajj, it is often a bit of shock to return to "regular life" upon returning home. The old habits and temptations come back, and one must be vigilant in changing one's life for the better and remembering the lessons learned during the pilgrimage. It is the best time to turn over a new leaf, nurture a life of faith, and be extra vigilant in fulfilling Islamic duties.
Those who have performed the Hajj are often called by an honorific title, “Hajji,” (one who has performed the Hajj).
How might a Muslim change once becoming a Hajji?