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English
In English, we’ll be focusing on The Big Blue Whale by Nicola Davies. This unit is all about learning facts and writing an informative article about whales, with the goal of persuading others to protect the blue whale. The children will develop their skills in writing non-fiction texts, researching whale facts, and using persuasive language to highlight why blue whales need our protection.
We’ll start by discussing what makes whales so incredible, and how we can use similes, adverbs, and conjunctions to describe them in detail. The children will also practice writing in paragraphs, creating clear and engaging sections. We’ll explore whale migration, how they eat, and the dangers they face. By the end of the unit, the children will plan, write, and edit their own articles, using everything they’ve learned to make a strong case for protecting these magnificent creatures.
RE
In this unit, we’ll be exploring what it’s like for someone to follow God, looking at the stories of people from the Old Testament. The children will learn about Noah and the challenges he faced in following God’s commands. They’ll discover what it meant for Noah to trust in God, even when the task seemed impossible. The children will also explore the covenant Noah made with God, making links to the promises made at a wedding ceremony.
Throughout the unit, we’ll investigate the emotions and feelings of Noah during the story, using role-play and discussions to bring his experience to life. The children will also learn about Abram (later known as Abraham) and the covenant he made with God. They will consider why following God might sometimes be hard, and how faith in God might feel both challenging and rewarding for believers.
Numeracy
In maths, we’ll be exploring fractions, mass, and capacity. We’ll start with fractions, learning how to recognise and find fractions of shapes and numbers. The children will practise comparing fractions, and using their knowledge to solve problems involving halves, quarters, and thirds. They’ll also learn how to add and subtract fractions with the same denominator.
Next, we’ll move on to mass, where the children will work with different units of measurement, such as grams and kilograms. They’ll learn to measure and compare the weight of objects, as well as solve problems involving mass.
Finally, we’ll look at capacity, focusing on measuring liquids using millilitres and litres. The children will practise estimating and measuring capacity, comparing different amounts, and solving real-life problems.
PSHE
In this PSHE unit, we will be exploring safety both online and in the real world. The children will learn about cyberbullying, focusing on how to respond to unkind behaviour and how to be a responsible digital citizen. We’ll discuss the importance of kindness online and how to recognise unsafe or fake digital content, such as suspicious emails.
In addition to online safety, we’ll look at road safety, understanding the rules for staying safe near roads. The children will learn the key steps for crossing the road: Stop, Look, and Listen. They’ll also understand the importance of making good choices, knowing when to seek help, and recognising the impact of influence on decision-making. By the end of the unit, the children will be better equipped to stay safe, both online and on the road, while also learning to recognise the signs of cyberbullying and unsafe situations.
Homework
Learning Logs are due on the first Friday of every half-term
Homework is set on Learning By Questions
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Set on Monday, |
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History
In history, we’ll be discovering what life was like in Ancient Egypt over 5,000 years ago. The children will learn why the Ancient Egyptians settled near the Nile River, and how the river shaped their civilisation. They’ll explore the purpose of the pyramids, who built them, and what mummification involved. The children will also study the role of Pharaohs, understanding why they were so important and how they were seen as both political leaders and gods.
As part of the unit, we’ll research everyday life in Ancient Egypt, looking at the jobs people had and how children were involved in work rather than attending school. The children will compare the lives of the rich and the poor, and learn about the differences between the Stone Age and Ancient Egypt. We’ll also explore the communication methods of the Ancient Egyptians, focusing on Hieroglyphics and how only the wealthy, like Pharaohs, could read and write them.
Science
In science, we’ll be exploring the fascinating world of flowering plants. The children will identify and describe the different parts of a plant, including the roots, stem, leaves, and flowers, and learn the function of each part. They’ll understand how the roots absorb water and nutrients, how the stem transports these around the plant, and how the leaves help the plant make food using sunlight. The children will also learn about how flowers play a role in the life cycle of plants, including pollination and the creation of seeds.
Throughout the unit, we’ll investigate the requirements plants need to grow, such as water, sunlight, and space, and explore how different conditions affect plant growth. The children will also learn about how water is transported through the plant and discover how seeds are dispersed, either by wind, water, or animals.