Mathematics
We will be investigating fractions and money, followed by work on
metric units and reading scales. We will continue to work with mathematical
calculations, both oral and written.
English
We will be looking at traditional tales, myths and legends followed
by instruction writing and poetry. We will continue to develop our
dictionary skills and focus on singular and plural nouns. Spelling
patterns and rules will continue to be investigated.
Science
This term we will be finding out about (1) rocks and soils, followed
by (2) Helping plants to grow.
History
We will be completing our Ancient Egyptian topic by finding out about
mummification, papyrus and hieroglyphics with some work on Gods and
Goddesses. After half term we will start our Roman topic by investigating
the Celts, the invasions by Julius Caesar and Claudius and we will
find out about life in the army.
Geography
We will be studying the school and the local area. The pupils will
look at the school grounds and consider the use of the land and suggest
improvements. They will study the land use on Otley Road, complete
a traffic survey and look at employment within the area, They will
also look at jobs within the school and interview non-teaching staff.
Religious
Education
Jesus and the Bible.
ICT
(1) Manipulating sound, using sound recorder.
(2) Introducing databases
French
TBC
Art
We will be studying different clay techniques. Pupils will create
animals and birds of different kinds.
Physical
Education
We will be developing gymnastic skills and producing individual sequences.
After half term we will be doing a range of indoor athletics skills.
In games, the girls will be playing hockey and netball and the boys
will play football and tag rugby.
The children will continue to develop their swimming strokes and water
skills.
Design
Technology
The children will be looking at wheels and axles. They will be shown
different ways of making wheels and the different ways to attach them.
Music
Compose a three-part animal sequence which will adhere strictly to
given criteria. This will be rehearsed and performed. Revisit descant
recorder and revise notes B, A and G.
“The Burning Bush”, which is an Easter cantata, is also
learned.
PSHE
We will be finding out about “My Body” in connection with
personal hygiene and keeping healthy.
