Jumbled sentences

Day 39

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During this week we will revise everything that we’ve learnt so far during the second term. In Maths you will count in two’s, halve, subtract (minus), divide, and do a story sum. In Phonics you will write a quick test, and then read this week’s story. Then for writing, you will unjumble a sentence. In Life Skills we will learn about keeping our bodies healthy, and we will end by revising some Afrikaans vocabulary. Here we go!

If you’re new here, the resources used for counting in multiples, sounds learnt (to be cut into sound cards to build words), phonics lists and reading sight words (to be cut out in order to flash the words) can be downloaded here. There are also some practice assessments available on the page.

Count in two’s to 60: Try to do it without help, but if you get stuck use your number grid.

Maths methods – summary: This is useful to keep on hand should you forget how each of the different methods in Maths is calculated. Mathematics is one of those subjects where you will always have to show how you got your answer, whether you are in Grade 1 or at university, so make sure to include all the steps for each type of sum. Always leave one line open before starting a new sum – as indicated by the orange crosses.

Halving and Subtraction:

Division:

Story sum:


Phonics – New words: Learn the -og words. Ask Mom or Dad to test how well you know them.

Phonics test: Listen carefully to the word that mom or dad says, sound it in your head or out loud, and then write it down.

Reading: Read our new story. Sound out the words that you don’t know. Try to read more fluently every day. Also try to read with expression – try to think when your voice should be louder or softer. Remember that your voice needs to sound as though you are asking a question when there is a question mark.

Writing – Jumbled sentence:

Life Skills: Talk about how to keep your body healthy. This is a good moment to talk about precautions we can take during COVID-19.

Afrikaans First Additional Language – Vocabulary: We are revising our previous words and sentences. Try your very best to speak in full sentences every time.

That was fantastic!

Now go relax and have fun!

Lisa

Day 22

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Today is a great day to … revise doubling, calculate money totals and change, work out a story sum, count in fives and tens, learn about repeated addition, practice handwriting, have fun with word families, read, and unjumble a sentence. There is also a writing activity if you’re learning Afrikaans as an additional language. Ready? Here we go!

If you’re new here, the resources used for counting in multiples, sounds learnt (to be cut into sound cards to build words), phonics lists and reading sight words (to be cut out in order to flash the words) can be downloaded here. There are also some practice assessments available on the page.

A note to parents: Allow your child to copy down by him-/herself as much as possible. Besides keeping them busy for longer, this allows them the opportunity to learn to copy correctly – a skill that they would ordinarily spend a lot of time perfecting in the classroom. Also, many of the tasks are a bit challenging. Instead of giving the answers, give clues or guide your child through the steps to discover the answer themselves. They will surprise you with just how clever they are!

Doubling:

Money, money, money:

Story sum:

Count in fives and tens, and practice repeated addition (plus):

Handwriting: Because handwriting is assessed it is very important that special attention be given to the formation of letters. Make sure that letters start in the correct place, try to touch the bottom line and do not lift your hand whilst you write.

Phonics – word list: Sound out the -in words and build them with your sounds cards. When you are ready, ask Mom or Dad to give you a test to see how well you know them.

Phonics – Word families:

Reading: Read all the words that have been ticked. Ask mom or dad to flash them to you. Try to say them quickly and get them all right. If you get stuck on a word it means that you have to spend a bit more time learning it.

Reading sentences: Try to read as accurately as possible. Sound out new words and try to read the words from our list above as well as you can. Also try to read fluently and with expression.

Writing – Jumbled sentence:

Afrikaans First Additional Language – Vocabulary.

Afrikaans vocabulary: Say the words and sentences along with the video. Also try to say them without the sound on and see how well you do. Keep practicing!

The book I used for the Afrikaans vocabulary is the following:

You are simply amazing! Well done for all your hard work today.

Now go do something fun!

Lisa

Day 17

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Today we dive into counting in fives, a story sum, mental maths activities, handwriting, building words and a jumbled sentence. There is also a speaking activity if you’re learning Afrikaans as an additional language. Let’s do it!

If you’re new here, the resources used for counting in multiples, sounds learnt (to be cut into sound cards to build words), phonics lists and reading sight words (to be cut out in order to flash the words) can be downloaded here. There are also some practice assessments available on the page.

A note to parents: Allow your child to copy down by him-/herself as much as possible. Besides keeping them busy for longer, this allows them the opportunity to learn to copy correctly – a skill that they would ordinarily spend a lot of time perfecting in the classroom. Also, many of the tasks are a bit challenging. Instead of giving the answers, give clues or guide your child through the steps to discover the answer themselves. They will surprise you with just how clever they are!

Counting in fives:

Story sum:

Mental Maths: one and two more.

Mental Maths: before, between and after.

Handwriting: Because handwriting is assessed it is very important that special attention be given to the formation of letters. Make sure that letters start in the correct place, try to touch the bottom line and do not lift your hand whilst you write.

Phonics – word list: Study the -em and -eg words. Sound the words, build them with your sound cards and ask mom or dad to test how well you know them.

Phonics – Building words: Watch your pronunciation carefully with the e and a sounds.

Reading: Read all the words that have been ticked. Ask mom or dad to flash them to you. Try to say them quickly and correctly.

Reading sentences: Keep sounding out words that you don’t know. Try first and only ask for help if you really are stuck. After reading the story, try to retell it to someone to show them how well you understand what you read. See if you can remember everything that happened in the story.

Writing – Jumbled sentence:

Afrikaans First Additional Language – Vocabulary. Try your best to say the sentences and even repeat the video to practice some more.

The book I used for the Afrikaans Vocabulary is the following:

You were great today! Well done for doing your best.

Now go play!

Lisa

Day 13

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Hi friends! Today we’ll count in tens, calculate money totals, complete geometric patterns, work out a story sum, practice our handwriting, build words, read words and sentences, and fix a jumbled sentence. There is also a speaking activity if you’re learning Afrikaans as an additional language. Let’s do this!

Crossing the midline: When the kids in my class are preparing to learn a new concept in Maths, or if they get a bit fidgety, I often use the following technique to help them focus by engaging both hemispheres of the brain. Try this to switch your kids’ brains on for learning! Thanks to my son, Ntando for demonstrating. 😉

If you’re new here, the resources used for counting in multiples, sounds learnt (to be cut into sound cards to build words), phonics lists and reading sight words (to be cut out in order to flash the words) can be downloaded here. There are also some practice assessments available on the page.

A note to parents: Allow your child to copy down by him-/herself as much as possible. Besides keeping them busy for longer, this allows them the opportunity to learn to copy correctly – a skill that they would ordinarily spend a lot of time perfecting in the classroom. Also, many of the tasks are a bit challenging. Instead of giving the answers, give clues or guide your child through the steps to discover the answer themselves. They will surprise you with just how clever they are!

Count in tens, money and geometric patterns:

Money: See if you can recognise these coins and bank notes.

Story sum – Sharing:

Space and shape:

Handwriting:

Phonics – New words: These are the new words that we have to learn. See if you can get 5 out of 5 in your test!

Phonics – Build words:

Reading: Read all the words that have been ticked. Ask mom or dad to flash them to you. Try to say them quickly and get them all right.

Reading sentences – Okay, this is the last day to practice these sentences before we do our fun activity!

Writing – Jumbled sentence:

Afrikaans First Additional Language – Vocabulary. These are the words that we will practice all week. Do you know all the words yet? Keep trying if you don’t yet. I know you can do it!

The book I used for the Afrikaans Vocabulary is the following:

I am impressed! You are so clever and such a hard worker!

Now go have fun!

Lisa

Day 9

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Today we’ll count in fives, subtract, start the last of our “a” words, read, and figure out what the jumbled sentence needs to say. Are you ready? Here we go!

If you’re new here, the resources used for counting in multiples, sounds learnt (to be cut into sound cards to build words), phonics lists and reading sight words can be downloaded here.

A note to parents: Allow your child to copy down by him-/herself as much as possible. Besides keeping them busy for longer, this allows them the opportunity to learn to copy correctly – a skill that they would ordinarily spend a lot of time perfecting in the classroom. Also, many of the tasks are a bit challenging. Instead of giving the answers, give clues or guide your child through the steps to discover the answer themselves. They will surprise you with just how clever they are!

Count in fives:

If you need help getting started, watch this video:

Subtraction:

Phonics:

Reading words:

Reading sentences:

Writing – Jumbled sentence:

Well done on your great work today! You can ask your mom or dad if you can put blankets or sheets over some chairs to make your own tent (only if it’s all right with them). Have fun!

Lisa

Day 5

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Today is filled with fun stuff! We’re counting in 5’s, doing a data investigation, halving, practicing our handwriting, building words, reading and writing! Let’s get started!

All the resources used can be downloaded from Day 1. Click here to go there now.

Counting in 5’s:

Data handling:

Halving:

Handwriting:

Formation is important, so try to encourage your child to start in the right place. Use big lines and only focus on touching the bottom line for now.

Phonics:

Reading:

Writing – jumbled sentence:

Well done! Now go have some fun!

Lisa