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Learn all about classical poetry for year two children with this great topic.
Learn all about classical poetry for year two children with this great topic.

Classical Poetry: The Swing

    Relation to National Curriculum in England: = English
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Activity Four - The Swing

Activity 4

The Swing

  • En2/1c use relevant strategies to build their vocabulary
  • En2/1h speak audibly and fluently with an increasing command of Standard English
  • En2/2.2 Comprehension
  • En2/3.2 Handwriting and Presentation
  • En2/3.3 Composition
Activity Four - The Swing

Activity 4
The Swing

Practical Resources:

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • En2/1c use relevant strategies to build their vocabulary
  • En2/1h speak audibly and fluently with an increasing command of Standard English
  • En2/2.2 Comprehension
  • En2/3.2 Handwriting and Presentation
  • En2/3.3 Composition

Downloads:

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How do I use the Classical Poetry: Two Activities?

Hands-On Education's year two poetry topic is a great way to introduce classical poetry to young learners. In this activity, children will explore Robert Louis Stevenson's poem, The Swing, and identify patterns of rhyme in the language. Using an acrostic poem, they will then structure their own writing, inspired by the poem. This activity is aligned with the National Curriculum of England for English and is perfect for both classroom and home education settings.

Hands-On Education offers several other English and Poetry topics that cover many points of the national curriculum for key stage one. These topics include classical poetry, tell me a story one, and tell me a story two. Teachers and home educators will find a wealth of resources, including videos, activity sheets, and easy-to-understand activity plans to support children in their learning journey.

If you haven't already, be sure to create a free account on Hands-On Education's website to access their exclusive educational material and start planning fun and engaging activities for your young learners today.

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