This term, in English, we will be developing our reading and writing skills through exciting texts including How to Train Your Dragon and The Butterfly Lion. We will be exploring myths, legends and tales from other cultures, while writing instructions and non-chronological reports. We will also strengthen our understanding of grammar through learning about nouns, adjectives, pronouns, expanded noun phrases, clauses, punctuation and a range of sentence structures.
In Mathematics, we will be building confidence with place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions, developing efficient methods for solving increasingly complex problems.
In Science, we will be exploring Earth and Space before learning about animals, including humans, and how our bodies grow and change.
In Religious Education, we will be learning about Creation and Covenant, Prophecy and Promise, and the journey from Galilee to Jerusalem, deepening our understanding of scripture and faith.
In History, we will be discovering the lives of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, exploring how they shaped Britain's history. In Geography, we will investigate settlements, exploring why people choose to live in particular locations and how settlements develop over time.
In Computing, we will be learning about computer systems and networks and developing our creativity through media creation projects.
Our creative curriculum will include drawing vibrant pop portraits in Art and designing textile coat of arms through a relief textiles project in Design Technology. In Music, we will develop our performing skills by playing tuned instruments at different tempos and creating melodies. In PE, we will build fitness, teamwork and resilience through cross-country, football, netball and sportshall athletics. Through PSHE, we will explore themes including health, wellbeing, emotional development and understanding ourselves.
This term, in English, we will be reading The Wind in the Willows and using it as inspiration for discussion writing and journalistic writing. We will continue developing our reading comprehension skills while extending our knowledge of grammar through verb tenses, modal verbs, relative clauses, punctuation and sentence structure.
In Mathematics, we will continue developing our understanding of multiplication and division before moving on to fractions, decimals, percentages, perimeter, area and statistics.
In Science, we will investigate sound and hearing before studying living things and their habitats, using practical enquiry to deepen our scientific understanding.
In Religious Education, we will explore themes including Desert to Garden and To the Ends of the Earth, reflecting on important events within the Christian faith.
In History, we will continue our study of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings before moving on to explore Early Islamic Civilisations and their achievements. In Geography, we will begin learning about natural resources and their importance in supporting communities around the world.
In Computing, we will develop our understanding of programming and data handling, learning how information is collected, organised and used.
In Art, we will create paintings inspired by movement and expressive lines. In Design Technology, we will work on a fairgrounds transition project, using creativity and problem-solving skills to design and evaluate products. In Music, we will develop confidence in performing two-part harmonies. In PE, we will participate in gymnastics, dance and rugby activities. Through PSHE, we will learn about mental health, coping with change and developing positive personal relationships.
This term, in English, we will be reading The Midnight Fox and using this text to inspire diary writing and explanation writing. We will continue to refine our reading and writing skills, developing greater independence and confidence as learners.
In Mathematics, we will explore shape, position and direction, decimals, negative numbers, converting units and volume, applying our knowledge to a variety of practical and investigative tasks.
In Science, we will investigate the properties of materials before learning about movement, forces and magnets through practical experiments and enquiries.
In Religious Education, we will explore themes of Dialogue and Encounter, reflecting on how people of different faiths and cultures can learn from one another.
In History, we will continue our study of Early Islamic Civilisations, exploring their achievements and lasting influence on the wider world. In Geography, we will deepen our understanding of natural resources and the role they play in supporting sustainable communities.
In Computing, we will further develop our programming skills through coding projects and problem-solving activities.
Our creative curriculum will include extending our artistic techniques in Art, developing design skills through creative projects in Design Technology, and learning how to prepare and bake pretzels. In PE, we will build teamwork and sporting skills through cricket, rounders and athletics. Through PSHE, we will focus on keeping safe and understanding our role within the wider world, helping us prepare for the opportunities and responsibilities that lie ahead.