Year 4
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Look what we have been up to recently...
Last half term, our topic was science based as we explored electricity. At first, we learnt what electricity is and how to make a circuit. We then used this knowledge in our design technology lesson to make a torch.
In computing, we used Halo AR to make our own augmented realities linked to our geography topic. We learnt how to make a trigger image and how to add audio and text.
In geography we have learnt how to use an atlas or digital map to locate places around Europe. We also used digimaps to plan a route around our local area.
Finally, 4 Griffin and 4 Dragons have enjoyed learning the guitars with Mrs Atack.
Look at some of our pictures...
In Y4 we will be learning...
This year we will be studying 6 different topics. An overview/breakdown of these can be found below...
Y4 Curriculum Overview 23-24 - Link
This term we will be studying...
A history based study of the Ancient Greeks and a science focus on animals including humans.
Homework Information
Each week your child will be set homework in the following areas:
- Reading - (see below)
- Spelling - (see below to download a spare copy)
- Topic Based Homwork (topic web)
Reading at Home
Children will be expected to complete reading at home to an adult. The expected amount is at least 3 reads of 15 minutes per week it is vital that your child completes this as it supports the learning that takes place in the classroom
All reading at home should be recorded in the reading log book so that children can earn rewards for their efforts.
Spelling Homework Packs
Your child will be given appropriate sheets from these lists of words:
Topic Homework
Each half term children will be given a 'topic web' (see image below). This 'web' calls for a variety of skills to be used from across the curriculum. All of the suggested ideas link to our current topic and should be tackled over the course of the half term. (Hand each piece in as it is completed). This homework is designed to enable families to tackle homework at their own pace helping pupils maintain a broad and balanced homework currciulm whilst supporting their mental health and wellbeing.
Download your homework sheet here.
Further Homework Support
Purple Mash is a fantastic resource that allows your child to word process, create images, create code and much much more. Every child has a login for Purple Mash and this can be used both at school and at home. Please click on the image above to link to this site.
Please ask your child's teacher if you require a new username and password.
Additional times table challenges can be created from the website below.
http://www.timestables.me.uk/
More online games to support learning
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/
Important Dates
PE Days:
4 Dragon - P.E. with Mrs Harpur on a Wednesday
4 Unicorns - P.E. with Mrs Harpur on a Wednesday
4 Griffin - P.E. with Elite on a Wednesday
All Year 4 Children will need to wear PE kit on their PE day to save changing at school.
Further Important dates:
08-01-21 - INSET DAY
09-01-24 - School starts on Tuesday
09-01-24 - Children in choir attending Young Voices at Sheffield Arena
25-01-24 - Greek Workshop in school
09-02-24 - Friday - End of term