English
We will be writing stories with a
historical setting. We will also be
writing information texts. This will
be linked to our History topic Stone
Age to Iron Age
Topic
Who first lived in Britain? We will
gain an overview from the Stone age
through to the Iron Age. We will
consider how we know about a
historical period without written
sources and to research what it
might have been like to live during
this period.
Creative
Our DT topic this term will be
Frame structures and we will be
researching, designing and
building bridges.
R.E.
We will look at stories of key
religious leaders. We will also
explore the key aspects of religions
and traditions that influence the
beliefs and values of others.
Autumn I
Have a look at what your child will be doing this half term
Important Information
Monday - Dance
Wednesday – Swimming
Reading Books to be in school everyday.
Please encourage your child to learn their times tables
to 12x12
PSHE
We will be exploring
new beginnings and
personal management.
We will be working on
becoming independent
learners.
Music
This half term we will
be learning the song
Three Little Birds.
P.E.
This term we will be
swimming. Remember
we walk to the baths
so all children will
need an outdoor coat.
French
This half term we will
be learning French
greetings, numbers to
12 and introducing
ourselves to others.
Please encourage your child to use Purple Mash to consolidate learning.
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Maths
We will be looking at the place
value of each digit, rounding
numbers and learning how to
use a written method when
adding and subtracting. We will
also explore 2D shapes.
Science
How far can you throw your
shadow?
We will recognise that
shadows are formed when
the light from a light source
is blocked by a solid object.
Computing
We will discuss with children what
they do online. Explain some of
the risks to using the internet and
ask the children who they talk to
online and then how well do they
really know them?
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English
We will be spending time learning the
key grammar for year 4. We will also
look at a variety of poetry highlighting
the use of imagery. In addition to this,
we will also continue learning the
statutory spellings for Year 4
Topic
Geography – Where would you
choose to build a city?
We will explore features of Britain’s
biggest cities and compare them to
small towns and villages. Children
will also choose a major European
city to research.
Creative
Our DT topic this term will be
Frame structures and we will be
researching, designing and
building bridges.
R.E.
We will look at role models. We will
also begin to look at the
celebration of Christmas and the
messages around this theme.
Autumn II
Have a look at what your child will be doing this half term
Important Information
Friday– Swimming
Reading Books to be in school everyday. Please sign
your child’s reading record when you have listened to
them read.
Please encourage your child to learn their times tables
to 12x12
PSHE
We will be exploring
Getting on and falling
out: keeping safe and
keeping healthy
Music
This half term we will
be continuing our
music tuition using
Charanga
Maths
We will be looking at factors,
number and place value,
multiplication and division •
Measurement: money, time,
mass, capacity/volume, length
Science
This half term we will be
identifying how sounds are
made, finding patterns between
the volume of a sound and the
strength of the vibrations that
produced it.
P.E.
This term we will be
swimming. Remember
we walk to the baths
so all children will
need an outdoor coat.
Computing
We built this city- Big Robots
The project will reinforce an
understanding of directional
language and programming. We
will also continue to develop
word processing skills.
French
This half term we will
be learning French
greetings, numbers to
12 and introducing
ourselves to others.
Check out our new website
Children in years 3 & 4 should aim to complete 15-20 minutes of homework per night. This will include
nightly reading, spelling investigation and a weekly literacy, maths or topic based homework that supports
learning.
http://victoriaroadprimary.halt
on.sch.uk or scan our QR code
English
We will be spending time learning the
key grammar for year 4. We will also
be including drama activities which
will enhance our writing. We will also
continue working with our writing
partners as we can share ideas.
Topic
History – What would you have
done after school 100 years ago?
We are continuing with our Victorian
Topic, looking at Victorian Runcorn
and exploring how times have
changed for children.
Creative
Our DT topic will be exploring
how levers and linkages can be
made. We will also look at
complex pop up designs.
R.E.
We will look at Rules and how they
influence actions. We explore the
five pillars of faith, special and
sacred places
Summer Term One
Have a look at what your child will be doing this half term
Important Information
Please leave PE Kits in school all week
Reading Books to be in school everyday. Please sign
your child’s reading record when you have listened to
them read.
Please encourage your child to learn their times tables
to 12x12
PSHE
We will be exploring
Getting on and falling
out: keeping safe and
keeping healthy
Music
This half term we will
be learning how to
play the Samba
Drums
P.E.
Indoor PE this half
term will be Country
Dancing. Outdoor PE
we will play net and
wall games.
French
This half term we will
be learning French
greetings, numbers to
12 and introducing
ourselves to others.
Children in years 3 & 4 should aim to complete 15-20 minutes of homework per night. This will include
nightly reading, spelling investigation and a weekly literacy, maths or topic based homework that supports
learning.
Maths
We will be looking at time
durations and 2 step word
problems. We will continue with
our times table challenge and
developing our 4 rules of
number.
Science- How does Usain
Bolt run so fast?
This half term we will be looking
at nutrition, our skeletons and
muscles.. We will be finding out
why it is important to eat a
healthy diet.
Computing
This half term we will be using our
class page on our website to post
links to different websites to
enhance our learning.
We will also continue to develop
word processing skills.
Website Links
https://ttrockstars.com/
https://www.codeforlife.edu
cation/rapidrouter/
English
We will be spending time learning the
key grammar for year 4. We will also
be using the book Bike Boy to plan,
edit and uplevel our own narratives.
We will be using drama techniques to
help us to bring our ideas to life.
Music
This half term we will be
learning how to play the
Samba Drums. We will also be
performing at The Foundry on
June 20th. Look out for your
letter.
Summer Term Two
Have a look at what your child will be doing this half term
Important Information
Please leave PE Kits in school all week
Reading Books to be in school everyday. Please sign
your child’s reading record when you have listened to
them read.
Please encourage your child to learn their times tables
to 12x12
R.E.
We will look at Rules and how they
influence actions. We explore the
five pillars of faith, special and
sacred places
PSHE
We will be looking at
Sex and Relationship
Education. There will be
a meeting for parents
prior to the children's
lessons.
Computing
This half term we will walking to
The Grange to use their ICT suites.
We will be continuing our work on
Coding and using Flowol. We will
also continue to develop word
processing skills.
French
This half term we will
be learning French
greetings, numbers to
12
P.E.
Indoor PE this half
term will be
Gymnastics . Outdoor
PE we will looking at
different athletic
events.
Creative
Our DT topic will be
exploring how levers and
linkages can be made.
We will also look at
complex pop up designs.
Children in years 3 & 4 should aim to complete 15-20 minutes of homework per night. This will include
nightly reading, spelling investigation and a weekly literacy, maths or topic based homework that supports
learning.
Maths
We will be looking at time
durations and 2 step word
problems. We will continue with
our times table challenge and
developing our 4 rules of
number.
Science- Plants. How did
that blossom become an
apple tree?
This half term we will be looking
at plants . We will identify and
describe the functions of
different parts of plants; roots,
stems, leaves and flowers.
We will also investigate the
ways in which water is
transported within plants.
Children will also explore the
role of flowers in the life cycle
of flowering plants, including
pollination, seed formation and
seed dispersal.
Website Links
https://ttrockstars.com/
https://www.codeforlife.edu
cation/rapidrouter/