Using the KS2 Framework - Knowledge about language

The Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages sets out the rationale for language learning in primary schools and defines the skills, knowledge and understanding that children should develop as they begin their language learning apprenticeship.

The Framework is based on sound principles of primary pedagogy. It sets out learning objectives across five strands, Oracy, Literacy, Intercultural Understanding, Knowledge about Language and Language Learning Strategies. It is inclusive and for all children. It recognises that language is central to the development of individual identity and that education in language and culture plays a vital part in shaping the future of our world community.

Syllables

This class has been working on adjectival agreement and sentence construction using a song. They are now creating new phrases and sentences for the song, by manipulating language and applying grammatical rules. They fill in gaps in a song, replacing numbers with phrases or sentences which they compose themselves. They must use the correct number of syllables in the line of the song so that it fits the rhythm of the song.

The teacher gives the class five minutes to create their sentences in pairs. One pair proudly leads the singing of the new song, using their newly created sentences while the rest of the class joins in with the chorus, performing actions to the song.