Welcome to Class 4 we have a very exciting year planned. Mrs Watson will be teaching in class every day, Mrs Warren will be teaching French on a Wednesday afternoon.

In this topic, we will study the ancient Greek civilisation and learn about some the impacts that this has had on society today. In addition to this we will be developing our knowledge of space and the solar system which will be enhanced with an exciting trip to The National Space Centre in Leicester.
We will also have Forest School every Thursday.
Our Christian value is: Forgiveness
During this six week topic, we will also be learning:
| Maths | Fractions, decimals and percentages Area and perimeter. Volume (Year 6) |
| English | Graphic novels Newspaper reports Reading comprehension - Who Let The Gods Out |
| Science | Earth and Space |
| D & T | Stuffed toys |
| Art | Many my voice heard |
| Computing | Big data 1 |
| RE | Creation and science |
| History | What is the legacy of the ancient Greek civilisation? |
| Wellbeing | Citizenship |
| Music | Pop art |
| French | Les Planetes |
| PE | Dodgeball and gymnastics |

In this topic, we will be exploring how the heart, how it works and how to keep it healthy.
Our Christian value is: Loyalty
During this six week topic, we will also be learning:
| Maths | Year 5: Multiplication, division, fractions Year 6: Fractions, converting units and ratio |
| English | Narratives based realism Explanation text Reading comprehension - Pig Heart Boy |
| Science | Animals including humans |
| D & T | Monitoring systems |
| Art | Depth, emotion and movement |
| Computing | Search engines |
| RE | Creation and science |
| Geography | Life in the Alps |
| Wellbeing | Safety and the changing body |
| Music | Musical Theatre |
| French | Les descriptions physiques |
| PE | Yoga and Fitness |

In this topic, we will be exploring how the Sikh Empire was founded and its legacy.
Our Christian value is: Consideration
During this six week topic, we will also be learning:
| Maths | Year 5: Multiplication, division, fractions Year 6: Division, fractions, converting measure |
| English | Myths and Legends Reports Reading comprehension - Holes |
| Science | Electricity |
| D & T | Electric systems |
| Art | Architecture |
| Computing | Stop motion animation |
| RE | What does it mean to be a Muslim in Britain today |
| History | What was the Sikh Empire? |
| Wellbeing | Health and wellbeing |
| Music | Composition |
| French | Les vetements at la Francophonie |
| PE | Dance and Tag rugby |
Desert Landscapes

In this topic, we will look at the advantages and challenges when living in and using the desert environment, the physical features of a desert and what the threats our to the world's deserts.
Our Christian value is: Thankfulness
During this six week topic, we will also be learning:
| Maths | Year 5: Place Value, addition and subtraction Year 6: Place Value, addition and subtraction |
| English | Narratives - settings and suspense Non- chronological reports Reading comprehension - Malamander |
| Science | Forces and magnets |
| D & T | Developing a recipe |
| Art | I need space |
| Computing | Programming music |
| RE | Why do some people believe in God and others not? |
| Geography | Living in the desert |
| Wellbeing | Family and relationships |
| Music | Film music |
| French | Au Marche |
| PE | Hockey and Football |
Homework will be set on a Monday and due in on the following Monday.
PE kits needed to be named and in school every day.
Your child needs a water bottle in school everyday.
If you would like to speak to me - please do not hesitate - I will be outside classroom 4 each morning, after school or you can email or call the office.
Internet Safety
As a school, we carry out lessons on internet safety. Because many children are currently spending more time online, we would like to signpost you to the following sites so you can talk together about staying safe online.
Top tips on how to stay safe online.
Here is a series of 3 videos aimed at children aged 8-10 looking at staying safe online.
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/8_10/watch/
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Had fun playing Band Runner? Now watch Sam, Ellie and Alfie continue their adventures in the Play Like Share films. The films will help you learn more about staying safe online. |