ART
Year 8
Learning Journey
Global Warming
Critical thinking and problem solving
Expressing ideas and emotions through different media on the theme ‘Global Warming’
Build knowledge and understanding of the work of artists such as Banksy and Keith Haring
Communication Skills
Written and oral expression
Develop disciplinary skills such as drawing and painting skills..
Critical analysis
Research using a range of resources and materials
Collect and interpret
Develop accuracy and fluency (use of topical vocabulary)
Work with others
Saving, sharing and distributing digital work
Thinking Skills
Develop imagination and curiosity through creative work.
Gain confidence in being enterprising and innovative.
Develop numeracy skills by considering measurement, scale, shape and size.
Learning Skills
Receive and act on feedback
Self-evaluation and reflection
Building on previous skills
Refining ideas
Plan and manage materials
Be aware of how to work in a safe environment
Persevere
Experiences
Art club – a lunchtime session to socialise and develop Art skills
Pupils will have opportunities to draw inspiration from life outside the classroom environment.
Participate in Art workshops run by artists in residence
An opportunity to be a member of the ‘Criw Celf’ - a club that offers weekend Art workshops - Criw Celf West
How can I help during this journey?
Encourage your child to visit exhibitions and galleries
Encourage and support your child to experiment creatively at home in their homework tasks and beyond
Take every opportunity to join Art workshops and participate in the Urdd Art competitions
music
Year 8
Learning Journey
Study songs by famous musicians
Recognising, undertanding and using the Musical Elements
Appraising musical pieces and performances
Performing confidently using the voice or instrument
Learn to play the Ukulele
Communication Skills
Collaborating with others during the creative process.
Musical analysis and evaluation
Thinking Skills
Interpreting the music and performing
Creating musical compositions that show imagination
Learning Skills
Evaluating and improving their own and others' performance skills
Accept and act on feedback in order to improve
Experiences
The weekly Music Club
Choir
Wind band
Insturmental lessons
How can I help during this journey?
Encourage your child to listen to ALL kinds of music
Take your child to see as many shows / concerts as possible
Encourage him / her to learn a new instrument
It’s a great idea to join a choir!
drama
Year 8
Learning Journey
Learn about our Welsh culture through studying the legend of Gelert as a stimulus for the practical work.
Experiment with various dramatic forms and techniques and include these in their practical work.
Portray stereotypical characters using familiar posture and gesture.
Show a variety of emotions through facial expression and use of voice.
Sustain a character for a short period of time.
Show a character's status on stage using levels and proxemics.
Using the legend of Gelert as a stimulus, devise and perform a digital news bulletin report as a group.
Identify strengths and weaknesses in your own work and in the work of your peers.
Knowledge and Skills
Devising skills/Creating an original piece of theatre.
Portraying a role to an audience.
Co-operating and interacting with others.
Developing self-confidence, perseverance, resilience and how to overcome challenges faced more independently.
How to use the body to create meaning to an audience.
Evaluative skills to improve their own work and that of others.
Showing empathy towards other people and situations.
Experiences
Learners will develop their Digital Competencies: they will create a news bulletin report and edit the clips using iMovie.
Learners will have many opportunities to show creativity and improve their self- confidence when performing to an audience.
How can I help during this journey?
Encourage your child to practice their performance skills as homework.
Visit the theatre when you can.
To improve your child's self-confidence, encourage them to attend our Drama club on Thursday lunchtimes.