Introduce KS1 pupils to MakeCode and support them in creating their first program using simple blocks and the micro:bit simulator.
year: Year 2
Demo videos in Art & Design
Teacher video: Introduction to MakeCode
Support teachers in getting started with MakeCode and introduce algorithms and sequences through clear, practical guidance.
Pupil video: Computational thinking
Pupil video: Debugging
Support the children in Year 2 to debug code in MakeCode by identifying errors, testing solutions and building confidence in problem-solving.
Pupil video: Building a program
Support the children in Year 2 to plan and build simple programs in MakeCode using input, output and repetition with block-based coding.
Teacher overview video: Remembrance
This video introduces teachers to Kapow Primary’s Whole school Remembrance collection, ensuring teachers feel prepared to guide children in learning about remembrance with sensitivity and purpose.
Teacher video: Y1/2 (B): What is God’s job?
This Religion and worldviews video supports the What is God’s job? unit, helping children explore what different people believe about God’s role.
Vocabulary display – R&W Y1/2 (B): What is God’s job?
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the mixed-age unit Religion and worldviews, Y1/2 (B), What is God’s job? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of prominent organised worldviews.
See the full Religion and worldviews: Progression of key vocabulary.
