Vlad and The Great Fire of London - Learning Objectives

The educational programme for Year 2 students during the Autumn Term 2 includes a comprehensive study of the core text "Vlad and the Great Fire of London" by Kate Cunningham. This unit is designed to intertwine literacy with historical events, specifically those beyond living memory that have had a significant impact nationally or globally. The learning outcomes for this unit are multifaceted, encompassing character description of Boxton, recounting events from the story, and retelling the story as a whole. These outcomes aim to enhance the students' ability to express themselves both orally and in writing.

Reading objectives for this term involve engaging with the core text as well as non-fiction texts about the Great Fire of London, encouraging students to develop a rounded understanding of the topic. The curriculum focuses on teaching students to give opinions with reasons, listen to others, and use Standard English effectively. Students will also work on retelling stories in the correct sequence, making predictions, and understanding inference. Writing objectives target the different purposes of writing, planning and organising ideas, and evaluating and improving written work. Additionally, grammar and vocabulary objectives aim to deepen understanding of sentence functions, punctuation, noun phrases, tense usage, and the use of apostrophes to indicate possession. This structured approach seeks to foster both a love for literature and a strong foundation in literacy skills.