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Year 7
Homework Spring Term 2015
Subjects Page
Art 3
Drama 5
English 7
Geography 9
History 11
Maths 13
Modern Foreign Languages 14
Music 15
Physical Education 17
Religious Education 18
Science 19
Technology 21
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Topic: Organic Forms
OBSERVE AND RECORD I can make simple line drawings of objects, and simple sketches to show my ideas.
I can collect images from the internet and magazines that will help me with my ideas.
I can make artworks that show the correct shape of objects.
I can use tone to add detail and depth to my artwork.
I can use texture to add detail to my artwork.
I can present my art work and ideas imaginatively and creatively.
I can create detailed and accurate observational drawings, paintings or 3D artworks.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOP I can research the work of others and collect relevant information and images.
I can create artworks in the style of other artists.
I can develop my ideas using other artist's work as inspiration.
I can use art vocabulary correctly to describe and analyse artworks.
I can look at the work of others and communicate mature, in-depth and personal opinions about
their work.
I can use my knowledge of other artists and cultures to help me come up with my own new and
original ideas.
EXPLORE AND REFINE I can mix and use colours correctly using a range of media.
I can use a range of media, techniques and processes to make artworks.
I can experiment with a range of media, materials and techniques in order to learn how to get the
best results.
I can select and use with skill the right media for the task I am doing and the outcome I want.
I can review and reflect on my artwork so that I can refine and improve my creative work and ideas.
I can show through my artwork that I have improved my skills, confidence and understanding in
using a range of media and techniques.
RESPOND AND PRESENT I have used new skills to make artworks that are relevant to the project I am studying.
I can make artworks that are clearly inspired by, or make links with, the work of others.
I can create an artwork that shows I've really practiced and learnt how and to use the media I have
chosen.
I can make artworks that have been inspired by my own personal research, experiments and
development.
I can develop and create artworks that relates to the project title and that demonstrates that I have
the ability to work independently and stay focused on my work.
I can develop unique ideas, and create artworks that are creative, original and imaginative.
This term you will exploring the Street Art and Graffiti. Inspired by the current
exhibition of art designed routemaster buses in Croydon, you will design your
own bus to go on display in the school. Using street at techniques, you will
design and create your own stencil to decorate your bus in addition to explor-
ing a range of other street art skills and ideas. You will also learn the difference
between illegal graffiti and legal street art.
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All tasks should be handed in by the weeks stated above. It will vary depending on when your
have your art lessons. Please check in your planner or you can contact Miss Zuberi via email. If
you have any questions at all – please speak to your art teacher.
Miss N Zuberi, Head of Art: [email protected]
Useful websites:
Banksy: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banksy
Bambi: www.bambistreetartist.com
Blek Le Rat: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blek_le_Rat
After school art homework club is every Fridays3-4pm. Students may use any of the art
materials, equipment and the computers in the Mac Suite where colour printing is FREE.
Week
Number Task
Due Date
Complete?
Week 1
or 2
Complete an artist research presentation on street artists Banksy, Bambi, or
Blek Le Rat. It is up to you how you present your work, however you:
MUST:
Do a minimum of one study (a drawing or painting) of the artist’s work.
SHOULD:
Write a short paragraph about the artist and what inspires their work. This
must not be copied and should be written in your own words.
AND
Write a short analysis of the artwork you have chosen. This should be
your opinion: Describe the artwork. What can you see? What is good
about it? Why do you like it? What ideas does it give you for your own art-
work?
COULD:
Make your own version using the artist’s work as inspiration. You should
evaluate how successful this has been and if or how you could improve it.
Be neat, imaginative and creative with your presentation. You may use ICT.
Week 3 or 4
Topic: Understanding Drama—The Elements and Mediums of Drama
Step 1 Research Plot & Characterisation
Step 2 Research Dramatic Conventions
Step 3 Research Forms of Drama
Step 4 Research Types of Staging
Step 5 Research Costume
This project will help you understand all the key elements or ingredients that all pieces of drama have to
make them complete.
Each element and medium of drama is in every piece of drama and theatre ever created or performed so
it is important to know what they all are and how they help to make each piece and style of performance
more interesting for the audience.
Present your work in a creative and imaginative way. (PowerPoints, Storybook, Pop Up, Posters)
Week Number Task Due Date
Complete?
1
Research Plot and Characterisation. Define
what they mean in your own words. Describe
your favourite Character from a film/TV/Drama/
Stage Production and Why?
Last lesson before Easter
2
Research what the Dramatic Conventions are:
Create a poster for at least one with as much in-
formation as you can
Last lesson before Easter
3
Research the different styles of Drama—What is
your favourite and Why? Present each Style/
Form in an inventive way.
Last lesson before Easter
Week Number Task Due Date
Complete?
4
Research:
What are the different types of staging called?
Present each one in a creative way explaining
the advantages and disadvantages of each of
them.
Last lesson before Easter
5
Research:
What are costumes in Drama? Why do we use
them in Drama? Design a costume of your
choice.
Last lesson before Easter
All tasks must be completed and the completed project handed in during your last
lesson before Easter Holiday.
If you have any questions at all – please speak to your teacher.
English
Topic: Poetry
Step 1 I can research the topic and locate the required information.
Step 2 I can identify the features of a key person from the history of the English Language and present
my findings in some detail.
Step 3 I am able to compare different texts, exploring the similarities and differences and present my
findings in a clear manner.
Step 4 I am able to summarise information in a clear manner.
Step 5 I am able to use a variety of complex vocabulary to help make my work interesting.
Step 6 I am able to use a wide variety of sentence starters, sentence types and paragraphs in my work
to show that I can use a variety of structural elements to create an interesting piece.
Step 7 I can plan my work effectively in order to aid my final piece.
Step 8 I can fully sustain the quality of my written work in order to keep a high standard throughout.
Step 9 I am able to proof-read and re-draft my work when necessary in order to improve the final piece
further.
Week Number Tasks
Remember, you can select any task in any order you wish.
1
Research the poet William Blake and create a poster which covers the following things:
1. Information about his life 2. Information about his poems (what did they cover etc.) 3.
Add one poem to your poster and note down why you like it.
2
Create your own greetings card. It could be for a birthday, anniversary, or whatever you
like. Inside the card, create a short poem to celebrate/commiserate the occasion.
3
Write a poem about something to do with school. It could be about your lessons,
homework, break-time, or something of your choice. You must have at least two stan-
zas (verses) in your work.
English
Week Number Task
4
Find a song which you think sounds ‘poetic’ when you list to the lyrics. Print off the
poem and annotate it the song to explain what certain words/images suggest to you
when you listen to it.
Note: Avoid using songs with explicit language in please!
5
Research how to write a sonnet and try to create your own, making sure to use the
correct number of syllables and the correct rhyme scheme.
Underneath your sonnet you should explain what the correct structure to use is.
6
Write a formal letter to your favourite poet. In your letter you should explain what you
like about their poems and explain why you enjoy one poem more than any other.
7
Read a copy of Carol Anne Duffy’s “Valentine”. After reading the piece, try to create
your own love poem which uses an unusual image to show how you feel about love.
Use the links below to help you complete the tasks:
Week 5: http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/writing-a-sonnet.html
Week 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hNzx-53Hr8
Week 7: http://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poetry/poems/valentine
Geography
Topic: Extreme Environments
Rewards:
The best homework project within each class will receive 4 merits.
Highly commended home works will get 2 merits each
Consequences:
Homework not handed in on time will receive a detention.
Detentions will be completed before the end of half term.
If you have any queries about your homework please email your teacher before the due date;
[email protected] [email protected]
Remember you must use the knowledge you have learnt in class to help you with your homework
Task
Number Task
Due Date
1
The coldest cities on earth
Choose from one of the cities below and write a newspaper article about how
people live there
1. International Falls, Minnesota
2. Hell, Norway
Week 2 lesson
2
Find out about glaciers in the world today
Either make a poster with facts about glaciers OR answer the questions
below and use maps and pictures to present your work on an A4 piece
of paper
Where are the world’s glaciers?
Why are they found in these areas?
Can you name some countries where glaciers are found?
Why are the glaciers in the Alps smaller than they used to be?
Week 3 lesson
3
Revise for your half term assessment on Extreme environments
You may want to make flash cards or a mind map to help you revise, but this
is not compulsory.
Week 5 lesson
Geography
Topic: Extreme Environments– Extended task
Task
Number Task
Due Date
1
The coldest cities on earth
Research one of the cities below and write an A4 newspaper article about
how people live there
1. Verkhoyansk, Russia
2. Oymyakon, Russia
3. Yakutsk, Russia
4. International Falls, Minnesota
5. Fraser, Colorado
6. Barrow, Alaska
7. Hell, Norway
Week 2 lesson
2
Find out about glaciers in the world today
Where are the world’s glaciers?
Why are they found in these areas?
Why are glaciers in the Alps much smaller today than they have been in the
past?
Present your work as a written piece on A4 paper. Use maps and images to
support your answers.
Week 3 lesson
3
Revise for your half term assessment on Extreme environments
You may want to make flash cards or a mind map to help you revise, but this
is not compulsory.
Week 5 lesson
Rewards:
The best homework project within each class will receive 4 merits.
Highly commended home works will get 2 merits each
Consequences:
Homework not handed in on time will receive a detention.
Detentions will be completed before the end of half term.
If you have any queries about your homework please email your teacher before the due date;
[email protected] [email protected]
Remember you must use the knowledge you have learnt in class to help you with your homework
History
Topic: Medieval Society Medieval life was nasty, brutish and short. People hoped to get to heaven as a
reward.
Step 1 I know how time is ordered
Step 2 I can place events in time order
Step 3 I include some historical dates and terms in my work.
Step 4 I can describe some elements of societies in the past.
Step 5 I can describe past societies well
Step 6 I provide very detailed responses with plenty of relevant facts, dates and names.
Step 7 I can make links between past societies and life today.
Step 8 I explain links between different elements within a past society.
Step 9 I demonstrate extensive knowledge and clearly establish links within past societies.
You are going to produce a portfolio about aspects of religious life in medieval Britain. This will be a mix of facts and,
where appropriate, biographical data.
Week Number Tasks
Make sure you finish the tasks set for each week to ensure your project is ready in time
1
Produce a factfile about a cathedral built in medieval times (1066-1485) eg Lincoln, Westminster
Abbey, Ely or York Minster
2
Reseach the wall painting that is found in Chaldon Church. What does it show and what did it
hope to teach the people who saw it?
3
Research a monastery such as Fountains Abbey. When was it built? How many monks lived
there and what role did it play in its local community.
History
Week Number Task
4
Research a place of pilgrimage in England such as St Albans or Canterbury. Whose shrine
was at this site? What did people believe could happen if you visited this shrine?
5
Who were the Lollards? Why did the Catholic Church dislike them?
All tasks must be completed and handed in by your last lesson before the Easter
holiday.
If you have any questions at all – please speak to your teacher.
Maths
Maths worksheets will be handed out by class teachers, if
you have any queries please speak to or email your
teacher:
Modern Foreign Languages
Topic: ‘On va en ville’ Spring 2
Vocabulary learning is an essential part of learning any language. You will be given a French vocabulary
booklet from which your homework will be set. Please check this schedule carefully and use techniques
taught in lessons to help you learn the words. Vocabulary will be tested in class every week.
Week Number Task Due Date
Complete?
1
Learn Week 1 vocabulary from booklet. w/b 23rd February
2
Learn Week 2 vocabulary from booklet. w/b 2nd March
3
Learn Week 3 vocabulary from booklet. w/b 9th March
4 Learn Week 4 vocabulary from booklet. w/b 16th March
5 Learn Week 5 vocabulary from booklet. w/b 23rd March
There is also a booklet to reinforce this vocabulary for you to complete as an
extension. You should also consolidate the vocabulary by using
www.linguascope.com
If you have any questions at all – please speak to your teacher.
music
Topic: Music from around the world
Step 1 I know one key word per topic
Step 2 I know some key words for a range of topics
Step 3 I know a range of musical elements linked to music from different
Step 4 I know some notes on a musical stave and can play the notes
accurately on keyboard
Step 5 I know how to read the treble clef and rhythms
Step 6 I can perform from treble clef as part of a pair showing an
Step 7 I can play from musical notation to create a performance as part
Step 8 I can show the ability to read music coherently. I can create
interesting musical ideas on the keyboard.
Step 9
I can display excellent knowledge of key words for topics covered
and musical terms, with detailed descriptions of musical features
covered.
This half term we will be looking and studying music from different areas of the world. You will learn
about key features and elements of music from each country and traditional instruments used.
You will learn how to perform and create your own ideas using features from different musical traditions.
Week Number Task Due Date
Complete?
1-2
Use the Internet and your own knowledge to
write definitions and descriptions for the following
keywords about folk music in your books.
Pentatonic scale Temple Blocks
Drone Temple Gong
Melody Suona
Erhu Yangqin
Pipa Sharp
Flat
To complete during week 1
and 2.
Hand in week 2
music
Week Number Task Due Date
Complete?
3-4
Complete the worksheets about sharps
and flats.
Stick them in your book.
To complete during
week 3 and 4
Hand in week 4
5 & 6
Complete the worksheet of musical
sums.
http://makingmusicfun.net/pdf/
worksheets/it-all-adds-up-worksheet-
one.pdf
Please print out, and bring to the lesson
ready to be marked. (I will also have
copies if you are unable to access the
internet to print)
Complete and hand in all
work by week 5.
All tasks must be completed and the completed project handed in on the weeks specified, it will
vary depending on when you have Music.
If you have any questions please contact or email Mrs Richardson to ask
Useful websites:
www.youtube.com Listen to range of music from around the world.
Www.makingmusicfun.net—a website with free music for a variety of instruments.
Clubs
Keyboard club runs every Tuesday and Thursday lunchtime for you to rehearse and improve
your keyboard skills.
Physical Education
TIMES
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
LUNCH
TIME
1.00-1.35
Girls Badminton
(sports hall)
Year 10 Football
(Sports hall)
Year 7 Football
(Sports hall)
Year 9 Football
(Sports hall)
Year 11 Football
(Sports hall)
AFTER
SCHOOL
3.00-4.30
Year 10/11
Weights and Fitness
Badminton club
(Sports hall)
Year 10/11
Weights and Fitness
Year 11 Foot-ball
Girls Football
Year 10/11
Weights and Fitness
Year 7/8 Football
KS3 Football academy
Year 10/11
Weights and Fitness
KS3 Netball
Year 10/11
Weights and Fitness
Fitness Friday
(Sports hall)
Students should participate in at least one of the below extra curricular activities for KS3.
Students attending lunchtime clubs will need to arrive by 1.10pm for the start clubs are subject to change due to fixtures and staff commitments so keep an eye
on the notices.
Religious Education
Task
Number Task
Due Date
1
Write a dialogue on temptation between the “angel” and the “devil”.
What would they say if you found some money?
Week 2 lesson
2
The Good Samaritan. Using the material in the homework booklet,
create a storyboard and an interpretation of this parable. Week 4 lesson
3
Easter worksheet activity in homework booklet. Week 6 lesson
If you have any queries about your homework please email your teacher;
Remember you must use the knowledge you have learnt in class to help you with your
homework
Science
Topic: Physics Powerful Physics
In the table below you will find a number of different homework tasks that are set based
on the steps.
You can chose which 4 homework task you would like to complete this half term. At
least 2 of the tasks must be at or above your target grade. Once you have decided
which tasks you are going to complete, fill in the table on the back. This needs to be
submitted with your finished homework tasks at the end of the project.
All of these tasks are based on states of electricity and magnetism.
Steps
Covered
by Task
8-9 Write a poem or song which
summarises the topic of
electricity.
Make it informative but
catchy and remember to in-
clude key terms…
Write a government report
on the risks and benefits of
using electromagnets in lifts
for skyscrapers.
Government reports should
be impartial and fairly sum-
marise both sides of the
benefits and drawbacks…
Write a newspaper article
about future technology
that might use electro-
magnets.
Include specific, accurate
facts with good English
and Scientific key words.
You should include
quotes , research from
the internet and images…
6-7 Create a leaflet on electro-
magnets giving examples of
how they are used in every-
day life and why they are
useful.
Use key terms, give exam-
ples and make it informative
and eye catching…
Create a factsheet about
thermal energy transfer by
conduction, convection and
radiation.
Use correct terminology and
use the internet to include
examples (no copy & paste!)
Create 10-15 challenging
quiz questions about what
we have covered so far in
this topic.
Write the questions with
correct answers separate
to test a peer…
3-5 Draw a circuit diagram con-
taining a cell, 2 bulbs in
parallel to each other and
two ammeters.
Use symbols and write the
ammeter readings…
Create a poster explaining
how to make a static charge
on a balloon.
Use pictures and include a
brief explanation for how
the static charge was
caused.. Try to use the
word friction…
Create a comic strip sto-
ry about a child who
learns about the dangers
of electricity the hard
way!
Give the character a
name. Make up scenarios
where they have done
something wrong and sug-
gest safer alternatives…
Science
Week Number In the Boxes below record the task you have
completed each week Submitted?
1
2
3
4
Unless your teacher sets a different deadline, all tasks will be due in by Friday 6th
February.
Useful websites to aid with the tasks:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/guides/z2wmxnb/revision
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/guides/zt2hpv4/revision
http://www.survivenature.com/island.php
1-2 Identify 5 key terms we’ve used
this half term and make a glos-
sary for the back of your book.
Find the definitions of key
words and write a glossary to
help you to learn spellings…
Find the voltage of 5 elec-
trical items in your house.
Make a table with two col-
umns. The first column
should have the title
‘electrical appliance’ the sec-
ond should be ‘voltage (V)’…
Create an electrical
safety poster that out-
lines the risks and safety
precautions
Use key terms, make it
informative and eye
catching…
Technology– Graphic Design
Topic:
Board Game Design
Mtel is a new company that is seeking ideas for a new board game
design that can be designed and manufactured to be sold to the
public later in the year.
Step 1 You are able to use the computer to research existing games.
Step 2 You may have some grammatical and spelling errors but you must
Step 3 You are able to draw creative ideas.
Step 4 Your work is more structured, making use of some technical terms
Step 5 You can use colouring pencils confidently and with skill.
Step 6 You can draw 3 dimensional images
Step 7 You organise relevant information to produce very well structured
work
Step 8 Students have develop a sound understanding of key terms for
this project.
Step 9 You are able to reflect on your work and suggest valid
improvements.
This project is to be completed in the first 5 weeks of the carousel in Graphic Technology. It will
then be handed in so that we can mark it and give you feed back before you move onto the next
part of the carousel.
Week Number Task
1
Investigate and research different board games on the market.
2
Create four ideas for your new board game design.
Technology– Graphic Design
Week Number Task
3
Develop the idea that you wish to create to a final design.
4
Develop the name of your board game considering font style and colour.
5
Develop an instruction booklet on how to play the game. This is an ICT
homework so please use Publisher for this.
Complete the Personal evaluation of your homework task and your time in
Graphic Technology.
Project should be handed in to your teacher
Complete the front page saying how you feel you did on the project.
All tasks must be completed and handed in after you have completed 5 weeks in
Graphic Technology.
If you have any questions at all – please speak to your teacher.
Technology– Resistant Materials
Topic: Trees to wood Create a booklet where you will show how trees are
converted into wood that can be used.
Step 1 You answer the questions using simple sentences
Step 2 You may have some grammatical and spelling errors but you use full
Step 3 You use full sentences to answer the questions and have a good grasp of
Step 4 Your work is more structured, and detailed, making use of some technical
terms.
Step 5 You use just one source of information to enhance your work, your work is
neatly presented.
Step 6 You use a variety of sources of information to enhance your work, your
work is clearly presented.
Step 7 You organise relevant information to produce very well structured work,
with good presentation skills.
Step 8 You consistently organise and use relevant information . You answer the
extension work questions fully and in your own words
Step 9
You use technical words confidently and have a sound understanding of
how nutrients work. Your answers are fully explained in detail and have a
good communication skills. Your presentation skills are a high standard.
This project is to be completed in the first 5 weeks of the carousel in Design and Technology . It
will then be handed in so that I can mark it and give you feed back before you move onto the
next carousel.
Week Number Task
1
Create a title page for your booklet with the Title; Trees to wood. It must have
your name on it.
Page 1 of your booklet.
Trees are divided into two main groups, Coniferous and Deciduous. Get a
picture of a deciduous tree and a coniferous tree and describe the difference
between the two.
Extension Task
Give six examples of each type and find out facts about the largest tree in the
world, the great Canadian Redwood tree.
Technology– Resistant Materials
Week Number Task
2
Page 2 of your booklet.
Trees have to be cut down and converted into usable planks or boards. Get
pictures and describe how the trees are cut down made into logs and then sawn up into
boards or planks.
Extension Task.
Find out how many acres of trees are being cut down in the Amazon Forest in an hour.
3
Page 3 of your booklet
In order that wood can be used effectively it has to be dried (seasoned). Get pictures
and describe this process.
Extension Task
Explain why it is important that wood is dried (seasoned).
4
Page 4 of your booklet.
Because we are cutting down trees (felling) at an alarming rate, wooden
materials have been developed which are made from the waste products when the logs
are sawn up. Two of these products are called MDF and Chipboard.
Get pictures of these two materials and describe what they are made from and how they
are made.
Extension Task.
Give examples of products, (things), that are made from these two materials.
5
Page 5 of your booklet.
Managed forests are now essential, find out information about them and describe
what they are.
Extension task.
Describe why it is important to have managed forests
6 Your Project must be handed in to your teacher. If you are doing your project on the
computer it must be printed off before the lesson.
All tasks must be completed and the project handed after you have done 5 weeks
in Design and Technology.
If you are absent you will still need to catch up on all the work.
If you have any questions at all – please speak to your teacher.
