https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw KS1 and KS2 books en-us 2022-03-19 00:36:52 UTC 2022-03-31 15:49:11 UTC hello@padlet.com amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102630035 2022-03-19 00:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102630035 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102632745 2022-03-19 00:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102632745 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102634046 2022-03-19 00:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2102634046 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2120192616 2022-03-29 20:57:08 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2120192616 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2120193835 2022-03-29 20:58:16 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2120193835 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121319773 Corduroy is a bear in a shop who is missing a button on his overalls. Corduroy has always wanted a home but most shoppers pass over him due to his missing button causing him to go on an adventure to try and find it wanting to be perfect. However a little girl buys him expressing how she likes him how he is regardless of not having a button. Corduroy is a book expressing how we don't have to be perfect to be accepted, and we should love who we are. ]]> 2022-03-30 12:01:11 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121319773 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121444079 You, me and empathy is all about understanding our emotions and feelings in life such as when we feel sad, hurt or happy. The book also covers how we should help others when they feel certain emotions, as shown by the little boy in the book helping people in his life when they are sick or sad or lonely by remembering what people had said to him when he felt that way. The book also touches on bullying as we see the little boy encounters a bully and acceptance through the words "people are people"]]> 2022-03-30 13:12:01 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121444079 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121478711 Just ask! is a book all about celebrating diversity and what makes us different. This book focuses on disabilities both learning and physical. The book features a range of disabilities and explains what they are and how it works For example, Sonia explains how her diabetes means she has to have shots of insulin. The book talks about how it is okay to talk about what makes us different whether that be a physical disability such as being blind or in a wheelchair or a learning disability such as autism or ADHD. The book shows how if everyone was exactly the same the world would be boring and that it is okay to celebrate what makes us different. ]]> 2022-03-30 13:28:11 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121478711 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121503352 Mr Stink is a book with a strong moral about not judging people for how they look. Mr Stink (who is actually Lord Darlington) is a homeless man wo lives on a bench. Chloe one of the main characters, invites Mr Stink to live with her family in their garden shed. Chloe's mother does not like homeless people and has very rude opinions regarding them. This book highlights not to assume things about someone based on their looks through the past of Mr Stink who became homeless when his home burnt down due to a fire where his wife died. The book also talks about acceptance no matter how different a person is to you and that we should be caring and considerate to other people we meet. ]]> 2022-03-30 13:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121503352 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121517597 2022-03-30 13:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121517597 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121565225 Percy Jackson and the lightning thief is the first book in the Percy Jackson series. The book is centred around the main characters Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase. Percy Jackson is a young boy who discovers he is a demigod and his father is Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. Percy also has dyslexia and ADHD, a trait that we learn is common in the demigods. This book is all about showing kids they can be anything they want despite the challenges they have and that we are all capable of great things.]]> 2022-03-30 14:07:13 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121565225 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121580434 This book is about Zoe a young girl who loves to bake. She has never met her father due to him being in prison. On Zoe's birthday she gets a letter from him and she writes back, as their conversations develop she begins to doubt if her dad actually committed the crime he is imprison for. This book is a great at gently covering important topics such as racism and prejudice as well as non-typical families such as Zoe's family which has her mum, grandmother and step-dad whilst her father in is prison. ]]> 2022-03-30 14:14:12 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121580434 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121594677 I believe this book is ideal for early KS1 (reception) due to the language and sentence style it uses as well as the topic it discusses. The main character in the book being a teddy would also engage young readers possibly allowing good conversation starters about teddies we have that may have imperfections that we love regardless. ]]> 2022-03-30 14:20:28 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121594677 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121603580 I feel this book is best for year 1s and year 2s as it is a good book to allow them to explore emotions and how to help others. I feel some of the words and topics may be slightly too confusing for reception pupils however with pupils in years 1 and 2, it would be good to explore, it can also introduce to them the concept of bullying and how to treat others with kindness regardless of differences. ]]> 2022-03-30 14:24:38 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121603580 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121610664 I believe just ask is a great book for year 2s as it introduces them to a range of disabilities that they may have never encountered before. It tackles the subject very well and also allows children to ask questions openly they may not have asked otherwise. This book could also be used for younger years or older years however if you possibly had a pupil in the class who had a disability and awareness needed to be shown to the pupils.]]> 2022-03-30 14:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121610664 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121616527 Mr Stink is recommended for people around age 8 and up, because of this as well as my view from when I have read the book, I would say this book is ideal for year 3s and 4s. This is because the topic of judgement as well as other sensitive topics such as homelessness would be good to explore in these years as well as acceptance. the language in the books may be too complicated for KS1. ]]> 2022-03-30 14:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2121616527 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2122412356 Due to the mythology and language in the book, I would say this book is best for year 5s. This book is also quite atypical for a book to be done in class, this may encourage reading for pleasure in some people as it is around the ages of 9-10 children, typically boys, lose interest in reading as an extracurricular. By reading the first one in the series some children may want to continue the series in their own time.]]> 2022-03-30 23:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2122412356 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123472361 I would use this book with a year 6 class. The themes this book gently introduces would be good for the age range to explore as well as the topic of family. It is important however with this book to take into account familial situations with the pupils in the class, the book could pertain sensitive themes for them that they may be uncomfortable with or find upsetting, such as having family in prison. ]]> 2022-03-31 12:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123472361 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123488122 For corduroy, I would either have this read aloud to the whole class with children repeating back on particular sentences or have this read in smaller groups depending on class size and reactions to whole class story times. ]]> 2022-03-31 12:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123488122 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123525370 Due to the questions that are in the book that can be answered, I would have this book as a guided reading with small groups. The children may be more comfortable answering questions when in smaller groups, rather than a whole class discussion. Alternatively this book could be linked in with PSHE and the children could write their answers to the questions in the groups they are in for the guided reading. ]]> 2022-03-31 12:57:25 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123525370 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123531597 Just ask! is a book all about learning about disabilities, because of this I would have this book read aloud to the whole class. I feel it would also be important to allow the children to ask questions throughout if they have any regarding the disabilities in the book if they feel they do not understand something. It would be important however, to note if you have a child int he class with a certain disability, if they would be comfortable with the book. ]]> 2022-03-31 13:01:04 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123531597 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123541011 I would use Mr Stink for group reading where the children are split into small groups and take turn reading parts of the book. I would want the children split into small groups of five or six for this task as some children may be uncomfortable reading aloud to the whole class. This could build their confidence as well as their reading and speaking ability. The groups would be at different times as well so the teacher could be present to help if needed. ]]> 2022-03-31 13:05:54 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123541011 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123549958 For Percy Jackson and the lightening thief, I would have this book as part of a unit of work. The themes of the book tie in very well with history (Greek mythology and ancient Greece), PSHE (What makes us different), English (Mythology writing, story writing) and RE (Belifs around the world). The book can be used very well as a spring board for these subjects as well as allowing an aspect of reading for pleasure as the children could also continue with the series if they choose. ]]> 2022-03-31 13:10:40 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123549958 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123558050 For The faraway truth, I would use this book either of group reading (small groups of 5-6) or as recommended reading/ reading books. This book can tie into PSHE due to the themes of judgment and prejudice however I still feel this book would be more beneficial as small group reading rather than whole class.]]> 2022-03-31 13:14:40 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123558050 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123575560 - Bring in a teddy from home (take into account if children in your class have this available to them and plan accordingly) and have a groups discussion about them (PSHE)
NOTE: ensure the teddies are placed somewhere with tags on them so their are no mix ups or losses

- Draw/ paint what the teddy looks like  (ART)
NOTE: Take into account the spacing in the class and have something to protect the teddy so that they do not get painted on 

- Annotate what we love about the teddy (ENGLISH/ WRITING)
NOTE: Explain to the class that we all like different things about our own teddies and that is perfectly okay. ]]> 2022-03-31 13:23:12 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123575560 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123597030 - Have the children come together in groups and have discussions about what helps them when they feel upset, scared or other emotions in the book and have them do a poster on sugar paper (PSHE)
NOTE: It is important to emphasise before that it is okay to have different ideas to others about what helps them.

- Create a storyboard of a time a pupil experienced a certain emotion and what helped them in that time (Art and English)
NOTE: If the child does not want the emotion they have been given, if picked at random, allow them to change it.

- Have the class come together to create a class contract of how they will help their peers if they need it or want it for example asking someone to play if they notice they are not playing with anyone during lunch and break. Have the children come up with these ideas together (PSHE)
NOTE: Make a link back to the book about why they are making the contract]]> 2022-03-31 13:33:35 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123597030 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123732914 -Write a paragraph about 'what makes you unique' to create a class version of the book (English)
NOTE: Some children may struggle to pick something to write about, if this is the case have a talk to them about what they could pick.

- Illustrate their page by taking inspiration from the book itself (Art)
NOTE: If some children struggle with art it may work to pair children up for them to get peer help. 

- Have the children ask questions to one another to get to know each other more (PSHE)
NOTE: It is important to have a class discussion before this to ensure boundaries are set for certain questions, if you feel unsure with the class have pre set questions]]> 2022-03-31 14:36:21 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123732914 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123746149 - Have groups of children perform a scene from the book (Drama)
NOTE: When coming up with groups take into account certain children's confidence with performing to the class

- How do we smell? (Science) explore how the nose works and the other senses we have.
NOTE: Take into account children's abilities with senses, for example if you have a hearing impaired student, take this into consideration. 

- On a computer using PowerPoint or word possibly, have the children create a poster as to why they should become a member of parliament like the mother in the book (computing)
NOTE: Show the children examples first]]> 2022-03-31 14:42:33 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123746149 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123779129 - Research a myth of the pupils choice, it can be from any history such as Roman, Norse or Greek (Computing/ History)
NOTE: Explain to the children what a myth is and give examples of myths they could research if they are unsure.

- Have the children write their own story with them as the hero or villain, their choice, inspired from a myth of their choice or their own creation (English)
NOTE: Have the class look at certain key words they may want to use in their story.

- Have the children make a painting of a mythological being such as Medusa or a dragon (Art)
NOTE: Have the children look at pictures and painting before.]]> 2022-03-31 14:58:36 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123779129 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123809717 - Have the write a letter to a member of their family member of their choice (English)
NOTE: Take into account if a child has recently had any personal family situations before this task 

- Have the children research the author Janae Marks and make a fact file about her.
NOTE: If the children struggle with research, have them work in pairs

- Have the children decipher coded letters by working in teams to each work out a sentence (Maths)
NOTE: Take into account the children's mathematical abilities before sorting out the groups]]> 2022-03-31 15:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123809717 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123840544 -Why do you think the girl picked Corduroy?

- What do you think happened to Corduroy's button?

- If you were Corduroy and went on an adventure in the store, where would you go?]]> 2022-03-31 15:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123840544 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123852893 -What makes you happy?

- What helps us when we are hurt?

- Why should we invite people to play with us?]]> 2022-03-31 15:35:21 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123852893 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123863093 - Can you name something that makes you unique?

- What did we like about this book?

- Did you learn something new after reading this book?]]> 2022-03-31 15:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123863093 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123871738 - Where would you hide Mr stink?

- What did you think of Caroline Crumb's policies?

- Why is it important to not judge someone by how they look, like Mr Stink?]]> 2022-03-31 15:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123871738 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123874942 - Would you accept the quest if you were Percy?

- If you found out you were a demigod which God would you be related to

- Who was your favourite character in the book?]]> 2022-03-31 15:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123874942 amyhw1312 https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123880364 - When was the last time you wrote a letter? or Have you ever written a letter to someone?

- How did this book make you feel?

- What do you think the moral of this book is?]]> 2022-03-31 15:49:11 UTC https://padlet.com/amyhw1312/svwor67rgsfn96cw/wish/2123880364