The Spartapuss series is a fun way of promoting both literacy and history, and provides for a great range of cross-curricular activities for Key Stages One and Two.
Here is a list of some of the key areas in which Spartapuss is relevant to the National Curriculum:
Key Stage 2 History
Spartapuss:
- Set in an Ancient Rome ruled by cats- the Romans made fun and accessible for kids.
- Parts of the series are also set in Britain during the Roman invasion; and Spartapuss himself is a 'Kitton'.
- Historical names, places and concepts are made memorable and funny through the use of 'Catin'.
Learning outcomes:
- Unit 6a: invaders
- Chronological understanding of events, people and places.
- Historical interpretation.
- Historical enquiry.
- Romans, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.
Key Stage Literacy/English
Spartapuss:
- Exploration and explanation of words derived form Latin (ie. 'trident - 'three tooth').
- Author events with Robin include a creative writing workshop.
- Spartapuss is a fun, enjoyable story.
Learning outcomes:
- Word recognition and graphic knowledge, contextual understanding.
- To imagine and explore feelings and ideas, focusing on creative uses of language and how to interest the reader.
- Reading and writing as fun activities.
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