Topic CurriculumAUTUMN 1 AUTUMN 2
Where we live Where we liveSpelling, handwriting and times tables Spelling, handwriting and times tables
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History Changes in Britain Early settlers in BritainStone Age to Iron Age
Early settlers in BritainStone Age to Iron Age
Geography Our local area Local Map workVillage, town and city
Local Map workVillage, town and city
Science Rocks Animals
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History Britain’s settlement Romans in Britain Romans in Britain
Geography UK regions UK map workSettlements in the UK
UK map workSettlements in the UK
Science Solids, liquid and gases Animals and food chains
5
History Ancient Greece Ancient Greece Ancient Greece
Geography The Mediterranean European regions countries and citiesMediterranean countries
European regions countries and citiesMediterranean countries
Science Priorities & changes of materials The work of Aristotle – life cycles
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History Mayan civilisationNew World explorers and settlers
Mayan civilisation/ Aztecs Mayan civilisation/ Aztecs
Geography North AmericaThe Caribbean
North and South America map workContrasting regions
North and South America map workContrasting regions
Science Evolution & inheritance Living things & their habitats
Curriculum map 2018-19
Year 3 History Geography Science DT Music Art PE MFL Computing RE/PSHE
Week 15.9 – 7.9
No pm curriculum – Class based learningCurriculum trips – Y3 Shropshire Hills Discovery CentreWeek 2
10.9 – 14.9Week 3 17.9 – 21.9
F History Skill:I can analyse connections, contrasts and changes over time and develop use of historical termsStone Age (Mesolithic)
I English/ Maths:I can write a recount from trip on food and homes in Stone Age (Mesolithic)
Follow up – What did we find out?Where did we go?
I can write a recount from trip and describe a route
I can compare and group together different kinds of rocks on the basis of their appearance and simple physical properties.
F Science Skill:I can make qualitative and comparative observations.
I English/Maths *Interpret data using bar charts, pictograms and tables. *Retrieve and record information.
F DT Skill: Design: create design criteria (research, sketching)
Science/Maths Link: enquiry skills (research)
F Music Skill: Composing, melodies to given music based on Local area- Where we live. Learning about the musical elements through singing and movement
I Maths/ English Link: Writing about the local area to compose a song.
Group 1 Oracy: Comparing art from Stone age to Bronze age to Iron age.What are the similarities/differences?How did art change through the ages? Why?
F PE Skill: Principles of Invasion Games
SDP Link: Reading
G1 -OAA: Work cooperatively to solve group problems.
G1 -OAA: Explore different methods of communication
F MFL Skill:To follow simple instructions
F Computing Skill:I can follow sequences and basic commands.
I can create my own commands to make something happen.
Math Link: Measurement and direction.
For more information and lesson plans visit our school website.
RE Skill: asking and responding to questions of identity and experience Who are leaders in religions?
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link: Speaking and listening.
Week 424.9 – 28.9
Group 1 Art History Skill - learning about Celtic art/jewellery – knots, motifsEnglish Link: Retrieving information (reading/research)
Art skill: learning to draw a Celtic knot
Week 5 1.10 – 5.10
F History Skill:I can analyse connections, contrasts and changes over time and develop use of historical termsStone Age (Neolithic)
I English/
Geography Skill: Atlas skills – locate features in the local area
Maths: grid references
I can describe in simple terms how fossils are formed when things that have lived are trapped within a rock.
F Science Skill:I can use simple texts to find
F DT Skill: Enquiry – analysis.
Science/Maths Link: Data analysis – graphing.
Group 1 Art skill: Design a Celtic letter
G1 -OAA: Give and follow clear concise instructions
G2 -OAA: Work cooperatively to solve group
F MFL Skill: To learn a simple song
RE SkillTo understand why Christians follow Jesus
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PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian
Week 68.10 – 12.10
Group 2Oracy: Comparing art from Stone age
Maths:
I can write a narrative story about a Neolithic hunter
information.
Maths Statistics
to Bronze age to Iron age.What are the similarities/differences?How did art change through the ages? Why?
problems.
G2 -OAA: Explore different methods of communication
values and how to apply
English Link: Handwriting.
Week 715.10 – 19.10
F History Skill:I can analyse connections, contrasts and changes over time and develop use of historical termsBronze Age
I English/ Maths:
I can draw and label a bronze Age hut
Geography Skill: I can compare and contrast two villages
English: presenting information, reading comprehension
I can identify that animals need the right types and amount of nutrition.
F Science Skill:I can give simple reasons to support my ideas.
EnglishPresenting information
Maths Measurements: comparing amounts.
F DT Skill: Design, develop ideas creating diagrams and patterns for a product.
Science/Maths Link: investigating suitability of some materials and their properties.
F Music Skill: Composing, melodies to given music based on Local area- Where we live
recognising musical elements through singing and movement
I Maths/ English Link:
Elements poster - Dynamics
Group 2Art History Skill - learning about Celtic art/jewellery – knots, motifsEnglish Link: Retrieving information (reading/research)
Art skill: learning to draw a Celtic knot
F MFL Skill:To understand questions about myself
RE Skill. To ask ‘open’ questions to find out how a Christian is influenced
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link:Poetry -layout.
Week 822.10 – 26.10
Art skill: Design a Celtic letter
AUT 2Week 10 5.11 – 9.11
F History Skill:I can analyse connections, contrasts and changes over time and develop use of historical termsIron Age
Geography Skill: Fieldwork in the local area to observe, measure and record.
Maths: data handling
I can identify that humans and some animals have skeletons.
F Science Skill:I can use simple texts to find information.
F DT Skill: Make. Construction. Selecting appropriate materials.
Science/Maths Link: understandi
F Music Skill: Composing lyrics (from previous 3 weeks) to a given piece of music, exploring pitch and structure.
F, TA, I rotation
F: Design and make a piece of Celtic jewellery – clay moulding techniques
TA: Experimenting with Celtic motifs
F Cultural Dance – Students will learn to perform dance moves as part of a routine inspired by the culture and traditions of their chosen country/continent
F MFL Skill:To count from 1-10
RE Skill: skills of asking and responding to questions of identity, diversity, belonging and commitments.
I English/ Maths:
I can draw and label an Iron Age hillfort
Descriptive writing about defending a hillfort
EnglishPresenting information
Maths Measurements: comparing amounts.
ng properties of materials.
I Maths/ English Link:
Elements poster - Timbre
with natural paints (looking at Celtic body adornment)
I: Descriptive writing based on Celtic art
G1-OAA: Recognise and interpret features and symbols on a suitable map.
G1-OAA: Demonstrate an understanding of safety measures
G1-0AA:Undertake a planned journey
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PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply.
English Link:Punctuation.
Week 1112.11 – 16.11
Week 1219.11 – 23.11
F History Skill:I understand causes and consequences of changes over time
I English/ Maths:
I can write a narrative story about life in the iron Age
Geography Skill: Mapwork – locate human and physical features in Shropshire.
Maths: Measures
DT skill ; Evaluate. Reflect on effectiveness of own design criteria.
F Music Skill: Composing lyrics (from previous 3 weeks to a given piece of music, exploring pitch and structure.
I Maths/ English Link:
Elements poster - Structure
F MFL Skill:To understand traditions in France for Christmas
RE Skill: skills of asking and responding to questions of identity, diversity, belonging and commitments.
PHSE Skill:Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link:Dictionary / thesaurus.
Week 1326.11 – 30.11
Week 143.12 – 7.12
English - Oracy:
I can use persuasive language to form an argument about changes over time.
Oracy
I can present about my favourite local place
G2-OAA: Demonstrate an understanding of safety measures
G2-0AA:Undertake a planned journey
Week 1510.12 – 14.12
Week 1617.12 – 21.12
Christmas week – class-based activities
Year 4 History Geography Science DT Music Art PE MFL Computing RE/PSHE
Week 15.9 – 7.9 No pm curriculum – Class based learning
Curriculum trips – Y4 Dewa Experience ChesterWeek 210.9 – 14.9Week 3 17.9 – 21.9
F History Skill:Develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British historyTimeline of Roman Empire
I English/Maths:Ordering 4 digit numbers/dates on a timeline
Geography Skill: Mapwork on UK – locate Roman towns
Maths: grid references
I can compare and group materials together according to whether they are solids liquids or gases.
F Science Skill:I can record my observations in a chart or a table.
EnglishPresenting information: using paragraphs
Maths Statistics: interpret and present discrete and continuous data.
F DT Skill: Design: create design criteria (research, sketching)
Science/Maths Link: enquiry skills (research)
F Music Skill: Learning about composers who have revolutionised music in 2oth Century. Learning and singing songs, finding out about them and their influences and the impact they have had on modern music.
Oracy: Discussing types/characteristics of Roman art
How were the Romans creative?
What was the purpose of Roman art (statues/mosaics)
How does Roman art influence us today?
F PE Skill: Application of Invasion Games tactics and skills to Endball
SDP Link: Reading
G1 – OAA: Give and receive verbal instruction that guide others through a course.G1-OAA: Collaborate with others when working towards common goals.
G1 – OAA: Plan and complete an on-site journey using a map of the grounds.
F MFL Skill: To follow and give simple instructions
F Computing Skill:I can use graphical modelling software to create 3D models.
Math Link: Scale factors and measurement.
For more information and lesson plans visit our school website. :
RE Skill: investigatingReligious practices and ways of life(What can we learn from Sacred places)
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link: oracy.
Week 424.9 – 28.9
G2 – OAA: Give and receive verbal instruction that guide others through a course.
G2-OAA: Collaborate with others when working towards common goals.
G2 – OAA: Plan and complete an on-site journey using a map of the grounds.
Week 5 1.10 – 5.10
F History Skill:To discover facts about Roman roads and find out how and why they were built
I English/Maths:Reading comprehension skillsWriting a report on Roman technology
Geography Skill: Mapwork – location of Roman roads
Maths: Measures
I can observe that some materials change state when they are heated or cooled, and measure the temperature.
F Science Skill:I can measure temperature accurately
I am beginning to consider likely outcomes while planning and investigation.
English: Using heading and subheading to aid presentation.
Maths Statistics: interpret and present discrete and continuous data.
F DT Skill: Enquiry – analysis.
Science/Maths Link: Data analysis – graphing.
F Music Skill: Learning about composers who have revolutionised music in 2oth Century. Learning and singing songs, finding out about them and their influences and the impact they have had on modern music.
Art History skill: Learning about Roman mosaics – techniques, materials, colours, pattern
Maths skill: Symmetry in Roman mosaics
F MFL Skill:To recognise importance words in a song
Week 68.10 – 12.10
Week 715.10 – 19.10
F History Skill:Use research skills to find historical information about the Roman army and soldiers
Geography Skill: Order of settlement – village, town, city
English: presenting information, reading
I can describe the simple functions of the digestive system in humans. F Science Skill:I can use ICT to find
F DT Skill: Design, develop ideas creating diagrams and patterns for a product.
F Music Skill: Learning about composers who have revolutionised music in 2oth Century. Learning and singing songs,
Art skill: Create a symmetrical mosaic design
F MFL Skill:To name some animals
RE Skill:
To consider questions about worship and sacred space, developing the abilities to make connections, build deeper
I English/Maths:Write creative narrative about life as a Roman soldier
comprehension information.
English:I can retrieve and recall information from a range of sources
Maths: Number and place value.
Science/Maths Link: investigating suitability of some materials and their properties.
finding out about them and their influences and the impact they have had on modern music.
understanding and explain points of view
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PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link:Poetry -layout.
Week 822.10 – 26.10
AUT 2Week 10 5.11 – 9.11
F History Skill:To look at the events of Boudicca’s rebellion from different perspectives
I English/Maths:Write a news report of Boudicca’s rebellion
Geography Skill: Compare and contrast two locations (Chester/Telford)
English: presenting information, reading comprehension
I can construct and interpret a variety of food chains.
F Science Skill:I can decide how to find answers.
English:I can retrieve and recall information from a range of sources
Maths: Interpret and present describe and continuous data.
F DT Skill: Make. Construction. Selecting appropriate materials.
Science/Maths Link: understanding properties of materials.
F Music Skill: Learning about composers who have revolutionised music in 2oth Century. Learning and singing songs, finding out about them and their influences and the impact they have had on modern music.
F, TA, I rotation
F: Create a class mosaic
TA: Printing to create mosaic style scene
I: Literacy: Creative writing based on Roman myths
F Cultural Dance – Students will learn to perform dance moves as part of a routine inspired by the culture and traditions of their chosen country/continent
G1-OAA: Recognise and interpret features and symbols on a suitable map.
G1-OAA: Demonstrate an understanding of safety measures
G1-0AA:Undertake a planned journey
F MFL Skill:To read and write a simple sentence about animals
RE Skill: Explain how similarities and differences in the practice of worship
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link:Punctuation.
Week 1112.11 – 16.11
Week 1219.11 – 23.11
F History SkillConstruct informed responses from organising historical
Geography Skill:Research of a location – how it has changed over time?
DT skill ; Evaluate. Reflect on effectiveness of own design
Christmas Production-rehearse for public performance
To understand traditions in France for Christmas
informationRoman Gods game
I Maths:Roman numerals activity
English: presenting information, reading comprehension
criteria.
G2-OAA: Recognise and interpret features and symbols on a suitable map
Week 1326.11 – 30.11
Week 143.12 – 7.12
English - Oracy:What did the Romans ever do for us?
OracyWhere is the best place to live?
G2-OAA: Demonstrate an understanding of safety measuresG2-0AA:Undertake a planned journey
Week 1510.12 – 14.12
Week 1617.12 – 21.12
Christmas week – class-based activities
Year 5 History Geography Science DT Music Art PE MFL Computing RE/PSHE
Week 15.9 – 7.9
No pm curriculum – Class based learningCurriculum trips
Week 2
10.9 – 14.9Week 3 17.9 – 21.9
F History Skill:Develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of the Ancient Greek timeline
I English/Maths:Maths -ordering 4digit dates on Greek timeline
Geography Skill: Atlas skills - mapwork on Europe
Maths: grid references
I can compare and group together everyday materials based on their properties.
F Science Skill:I can record my observations and measurement in a table.
EnglishI can recall and retrieve information.
Maths Statistics: Complete and read and interpret information in tables.
F DT Skill: Design: create design criteria (research, sketching)
Science/Maths Link: enquiry skills (research)
F Music skillMusic appreciationLearning about classical and baroque composers. History of musical styles and appraising famous pieces of music from different periods.
Oracy: Discussing Ancient Greek pots – characteristics, materials, techniques
What do Greek pots tell us about life in Ancient Greece?
F PE Skill: Application of Invasion Games tactics and skills to Netball. Focus on attacking play.
SDP Link: Reading
F MFL Skill:To follow someone else’s conversation
F Computing Skill:Using code.
I can use simple code and commands to create a game.
I can use rules to create a game.
We will be using Hopscotch.
For more information and lesson plans visit our school website.
RE Skill: thinking about values and studying stories that express values.
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link: Antonyms and synonyms.
Week 424.9 – 28.9
Week 5 1.10 – 5.10
F History Skill:Use a range of sources to find out about a past event – the Ancient Olympics
I English/Maths:Use research to creatively write an Olympic diary
Geography Skill: Countries of the Olympics
Maths: data handling, measures
I can use knowledge of solids liquid and gases to decide how mixtures might be separated.
F Science Skill:I can plan a fair test.
I can come up with ideas
F DT Skill: Enquiry – analysis.
Science/Maths Link: Data analysis – graphing.
F Learning about classical and baroque composers. History of musical styles and appraising famous pieces of music from different periods.
F: Art skill - Make a Greek inspired pot
TA: Art skill - Design a scene to be painted on their pot
I: Literacy skill – Greek myths
F MFL Skill: I can recognise important words in a story.
that can be investigated.
English:Using further organisational and presentational devices to structure text. Maths: Presenting information on a table.
Week 68.10 – 12.10
Week 715.10 – 19.10
F History Skill:Make connections and contrasts to analyse an historic event – the Battle of Marathon
I English/Maths:News report of the Battle of Marathon
Geography Skill: Mapwork of Ancient Greece
Maths: measures
I can describe the changes as humans develop to old age.
F Science Skill:I can use a range of skills to make observations and answer questions.
English:Explain and discuss understanding of what they have read.
Maths:Statistics: Solve problems.
F DT Skill: Design, develop ideas creating diagrams and patterns (nets).
Science/Maths Link: 3D shapes – nets.
F Learning about classical and baroque composers. History of musical styles and appraising famous pieces of music from different periods.
F MFL Skill:I can name and describe some animals
Week 822.10 – 26.10
F Cultural Dance – Students will learn to perform dance moves as part of a routine inspired by the culture and traditions of their chosen country/continent
AUT 2Week 10 5.11 – 9.11
F History Skill:To research sources to find out about Greek gods and goddesses
I English/Maths:To plan our own Greek myth
Geography Skill: Compare and contrast two locations
English: presenting information, reading comprehension
I can describe the changes as humans develop to old age.
F Science Skill:I can use a range of skills to make observations and answer questions.
English:Explain and discuss understanding of what they have read.
Maths:Statistics: Solve problems.
F DT Skill: Make. Construction. Selecting appropriate materials.
Science/Maths Link: understanding properties of materials.
F Music Skill: Performance of melodies using the diatonic scale to fit over a given piece of music.
I Maths/ English Link: What have we learnt about Greek music poster.
F: Art skill - Make a Greek inspired pot
TA: Art skill - Design a scene to be painted on their pot
I: Literacy skill – Greek myths.
F MFL Skill:To recognise and count numbers up to 50.
RE skillMake links between different kinds of prayers and different emotions and feelings
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PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link:poetry
Week 1112.11 – 16.11
Week 1219.11 – 23.11
F History skillTo explain the political system of Ancient Greece and compare to other systems
I English Write a report on life in Ancient Greece
Geography Skill:Climate of Greece
Maths: data handling
DT skill ; Evaluate. Reflect on effectiveness of own design criteria.
F Introduction to reading and writing in musical notation.
Christmas Production
Art skill – paint a design on their pots
F MFL Skill: To extend learning of traditions in France for Christmas
Week 1326.11 – 30.11
Week 143.12 – 7.12
English - Oracy:We learned nothing from the Greeks. Discuss.
OracyBritain should be part of Europe. Discussion
Oracy – Discussing and evaluating their own and others’ artwork.
RE skillExploring the meaning of Christmas
Which ones were most successful? Why?What would we change next time?
Week 1510.12 – 14.12
Week 1617.12 – 21.12
Christmas week – class-based activities
Year 6 History Geography Science DT Music Art PE MFL Computing RE/PSHE
Week 15.9 – 7.9 No pm curriculum – Class based learning
Curriculum trips – Y6 Cadbury WorldWeek 210.9 – 14.9
Week 3 17.9 – 21.9
F History Skill:To develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of world historyMayan timeline
I English/Maths:Maths- ordering 4 figure dates on a timelineCalculating time differences
Geography Skill: Atlas work – N. & S. America
Maths: grid references
I can recognise that living things have changed over time.
F Science Skill:I can select from a range of resources if information and explain why it is appropriate. English:Discuss their understanding and exploring the meaning of words in context.
Maths:Measurement: solve problems, converting units of measure.
F DT Skill: Design: create design criteria (research, sketching)
Science/Maths Link: enquiry skills (research)
F Music Skill: Pitch and duration, using the ocarina to play 2/3/4 chord song.
Learning about contemporary composers. Do we know who writes the music we listen to? Do different composers have a style that we can recognise?
Oracy: The art and architecture of the Mayans/Aztecs
What different techniques/materials/processes were used?Why?What was the purpose/meaning behind their art/architecture?
F PE Skill: Application of Invasion Games tactics and skills to Netball. Focus on defensive play.
SDP Link: Reading
F MFL Skill:To follow someone else’s conversation.
F Computing Skill: HTML and Website design.
I can use code to create a website.
For more information and lesson plans visit our school website.
Math Link: Algebra
RE skill: learn about the plural religious communities found in the locality and region, the nation and world.
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
English Link: Report writing
Week 424.9 – 28.9
Week 5 1.10 – 5.10
F History Skill:Construct informed responses to historical evidence about Mayan buildings
I English/Maths:Writing descriptive writing on Mayan settings
Geography Skill: Yucatan Peninsula mapwork
English: presenting information, reading comprehension
I can Identify how animals and plants are adapted to suit their environment and that adaptation may lead to evolution.
F Science Skill:I can make a series of observations and comparisons. English:Retrieve and record information from non-fiction books. Maths:Interpret pie charts and line graphs and use these to solve problems.
F DT Skill: Enquiry – analysis.
Science/Maths Link: Data analysis – graphing.
F Music Skill: Pitch and duration, using the ocarina to play 2/3/4 chord song.
Learning about contemporary composers. Do we know who writes the music we listen to? Do different composers have a style that we can recognise?
Art skill: Designing Aztec patterns
Art History skill: researching and learning about Mayan textiles
F MFL Skill:I can recognise important words in a story.
Week 68.10 – 12.10
Week 715.10 – 19.10
F History Skill:To learn and describe about how Mayan people lived in the past
I English/Maths:Writing a Mayan diary
Geography Skill: Rainforests - biomes/vegetation/climate
Maths: Data handling
I can identify and name the main parts of the human circulatory system.
F Science Skill:I can use a range of skills to make
F DT Skill: Design, develop ideas creating diagrams and patterns (nets).
Science/Maths Link: 3D shapes –
Preparation and Learning for Joseph performance.
Art skill: Designing Aztec patterns
Art History skill: researching and learning about Mayan textiles
F MFL Skill:I can name and describe some animals
observations and answer questions.
English:Read and discuss a range of non-fiction books.
Maths:
nets.
F Cultural Dance – Students will learn to perform dance moves as part of a routine inspired by the culture and traditions of their chosen country/continent
Week 822.10 – 26.10
AUT 2Week 10 5.11 – 9.11
F History Skill:To make connections and contrasts using the Mayan number system
I English/Maths:Maths to represent numbers in different ways and use Mayan numbers to calculate
Geography Skill: Rainforests - biomes/vegetation - cocoa
Maths: Number
I can recognise the ways in which nutrition and water are transported within animals.
F Science Skill:I can use a range of skills to make observations and answer questions.
English:Retrieve and record information from non-fiction books.
Maths:Calculate and interpret the mean as an average.
F DT Skill: Make. Construction. Selecting appropriate materials.
Science/Maths Link: understanding properties of materials.
Preparation and Learning for Joseph performance.
F, TA, I rotation
F: Class tribal textile project
TA: Creating Mayan masks
I: Writing a story using Mayan symbols
F MFL Skill:To recognise and count numbers up to 50.
RE SkillRecognise similarities and differences in Christian and Buddhist teachings such as the 5 Precepts and the Ten Commandments
PHSE Skill: Discuss Christian values and how to apply
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Week 1112.11 – 16.11
Week 1219.11 – 23.11
F History skill to interpret a range of sources and organise historical information
I EnglishTo write for purpose and audienceTourist leaflet to Chichen Itza
Geography Skill:Fact file of Mexico
Maths: presenting information, research skills.
DT skill ; evaluate. Reflect on effectiveness of own design criteria.
F MFL Skill: To extend learning of traditions in France for Christmas
Week 1326.11 – 30.11
Week 143.12 – 7.12
English - Oracy:Mayans v Aztecs - which were more
OracyDiscussion Why do people migrate from
Preparation and Learning for Joseph performance.
RE skillexploring the meaning of Christmas
significant? Mexico to USA?Oracy assessment
Week 1510.12 – 14.12Week 1617.12 – 21.12
Christmas week – class-based activities