This term, in English, we will be developing our reading skills through vocabulary, retrieval, visualising, predicting and questioning activities using a range of engaging texts. In writing, we will be creating historical texts, diary entries, finding tales, information texts, biographies and poetry, while strengthening our grammar through work on fronted adverbials, noun phrases, determiners and sentence punctuation.
In Mathematics, we will be building confidence with place value to 10,000, number sequences, addition and subtraction, Roman numerals, perimeter, multiplication, division and area.
In Science, we will be learning about living things and their habitats before investigating the properties and uses of different materials.
In Religious Education, we will be exploring Creation and Covenant and Prophecy and Promise, developing our understanding of God's relationship with His people and the meaning of Advent and Christmas.
In History, we will be learning about the Roman Empire and the lasting impact it had on Britain. In Geography, we will begin exploring volcanoes and earthquakes, discovering how these powerful natural events shape our world.
In Computing, we will be learning about online safety, including health, wellbeing, privacy and security online. We will also develop our programming skills using text-based coding and create our own podcasts through audio editing projects.
Our creative curriculum will include drawing illuminated patterns and lettering in Art and designing creative footwear in Design Technology. In Music, we will develop our notation, sight-reading and drumming skills. In PE, we will build teamwork and physical confidence through challenge games, football and netball. Through PSHE, we will explore diversity, equality and our place within modern Britain.
This term, in English, we will continue to strengthen our comprehension skills through inference, retrieval and summarising activities. Our writing will include portal tales, non-chronological reports, science-fiction stories, recounts, newspaper articles and poetry. We will also develop our understanding of clauses, conjunctions, prefixes, suffixes and apostrophes.
In Mathematics, we will focus on multiplication and division strategies, written calculation methods, fractions and decimals.
In Science, we will investigate sound and hearing before learning how electricity works through practical work with circuits.
In Religious Education, we will be exploring Galilee to Jerusalem and Desert to Garden, helping us deepen our understanding of the life of Jesus and the events of Lent and Easter.
In History, we will begin our study of the Ancient Greeks and discover the achievements that continue to influence modern life. In Geography, we will continue our learning about volcanoes and earthquakes and how these natural processes affect communities around the world.
In Computing, we will learn how computer networks and the internet work, explore online relationships and bullying, investigate copyright and ownership, and use data loggers to collect and analyse information.
In Art, we will create textured tile sculptures using a range of artistic techniques. In Design Technology, we will design and create electrical Action Artbots, combining our scientific and technological understanding. In Music, we will explore musical texture, ostinato patterns and prepare for Easter performances. In PE, we will develop our athletic, gymnastics and tennis skills. Through PSHE, we will focus on recognising, understanding and managing our emotions.
This term, in English, we will be exploring Greek myths, persuasive writing, warning tales, dilemma stories and poetry. We will continue developing the reading and writing skills built throughout the year, becoming increasingly confident and independent learners.
In Mathematics, we will deepen our understanding of decimals, money and time before moving on to statistics, geometry, position and direction.
In Science, we will continue our work on electricity by investigating conductors and insulators before learning about animals, including humans.
In Religious Education, we will explore To the Ends of the Earth and Dialogue and Encounter, reflecting on faith, community and understanding different beliefs.
In History, we will continue learning about the achievements and influence of the Ancient Greeks. In Geography, we will investigate coastal environments, learning about the physical and human features of coastlines.
In Computing, we will develop our skills in photo editing and programming, creating digital images and designing games using loops and coding techniques while continuing to learn about online safety and reputation.
Our creative curriculum will include mixed media artwork inspired by dreams in Art and food and nutrition projects in Design Technology, where we will prepare and evaluate pasta dishes. In Music, we will explore programme music and composition, creating pieces that tell a story. In PE, we will develop our cricket and athletics skills while continuing to build teamwork and resilience. Through PSHE, we will learn about managing money, developing healthy minds and understanding our role within caring communities.