Thematic Knowledge Organiser Year Group: Year 1 Me and My Town
History
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Chronological understanding Place know events and objects in chronological order. Sequences events and recount changes within living memory. Use common words and phrases related to the passing of time. Organisation and communication Understand key features of events.
Key Vocabulary Year, decade, long ago, timeline, date, order, similar, different, because, important, living memory, remembers, grandparents time, memories, drawing, photograph, camera, opinion, artefact, what, when, where
Geography Geographical skills and fieldwork Use simple compass directions. Use locational and directional language to describe features and routes e.g left, right, forward and backwards. Draw a simple map of the local area. Use simple geographical, where, what and who questions about the world and their environment. E.g. what is it like to live in this place. Place Knowledge Know about some present changes that are happening in the local environment. Suggest ideas for improving the school environment.
Key Vocabulary Town, Village, Building, House, Bungalow, Road, Trains, Bus, Lorry, Car, Journey, Junctions, Travel, Key, Map, Plan, Symbol, Near, Far, Left, Right, Next to, Aerial view.