Case Study 2

In case Study 2 we have enjoyed our literacy texts 'Owl Babies', 'The Owl who was Afraid of the Dark' and 'WOW said the Owl' all linking closely to our expedition work.

In week 1, we looked at the features of owls and and answered the question What animals come out a night?

In week 2, we answered the question 'Which animals are nocturnal' by investigating which other animals like to come out at night.

In week 3, we enjoyed exploring the celebration Bonfire Night and answered the question 'How is Bonfire Night Celebrated?'

In Case Study 2 we have focused on the following learning objectives:

Communication and Language: Listening, Attention and Understanding

I can listen to others one to one or in small groups when conversation interests them. (30-50)

I can maintain attention and sit quietly during an appropriate activity. (40-60+)

I can listen attentively and respond to what I hear with relevant questions, comments and actions during whole class discussions and small group interactions (ELG)

I can ask clear questions relating to the discussion being held (Y1)

The children have worked so hard in this case study and all of the adults are incredibly proud of how the children have listened, maintained attention, asked questions to develop their learning further. There were opportunities to work collaboratively but also times when it was requited to have quiet time and work independently. The children across EYFS thoroughly enjoyed learning about about different nocturnal animals and showed real care and concern for living creatures when discussing how we can look after hedgehogs as the nights draw in. Exploring Bonfire Night was great fun and the children loved sharing their experiences of Bonfire Night with their families as well are creating firework themes art work.