Welcome to the year 3 and 4 page. We will share examples of the work we have been doing in different subject areas across the year.

Autumn 2

English

In English, we have focused on two main texts. At the beginning of the term we read ‘The Tin Forest’ which focused on the protection of our environment, recycling and as well as reusing materials. Then, we read a text related to our ‘Mountains and Volcanoes’ topic, ‘Escape from Pompeii’. We engaged in debates, discussions and drama to develop our oracy skills. We wrote advice letters, setting descriptions as well as character descriptions and continued to develop our writing skills.

Maths

This half term we moved onto Multiplication and Division. We used a variety of resources and carried out practical activities to develop our understanding.

 Geography

Our topic focus this term was ‘Mountains and Volcanoes’. We looked at the formation of mountains and volcanoes all around the world, we also looked what makes them different. In groups, we made models of volcanoes. After looking at the advantages and disadvantages of living near a volcano, we engaged in a debate. We also developed our mapping skills.

Physics

We have been learning about Forces and Magnets. This term we have carried out multiple experiments to help us understand how and why both work.

Computing

In Computing, we learnt how to create animations. We learnt simple animation techniques and then had a go at our own animation in the form of flipbooks and then digitally. We used iPads and the iMotion app to bring our creations to life.

Music 

This term we continued to learn wonderful songs with Duncan. We also had the chance to combine our story telling skills with musical instruments. As it was festive season, we also had a lot fun singing Christmas songs towards the end of the term.

Spanish

In year 3, we have been learning how to say the names of animals along with the correct determiner. In Year 4, we have been learning how to say vegetables.

Art

We have learnt about collage art, we looked at different techniques that can be used to create collage art. We focused on work by Natasha Chomko and took inspiration from her work to create our own surreal collage pieces. 

PSHE

In PSHE we have continued to focus on learning about our health, how to lead healthy active lives as well as how to keep safe both online and in real life.

Re

We learnt about the significance of light across different religions and cultures around the world. As part of our learning, we created our own Christingles and decorated Diwali lamps.

AUTUMN 1

English

In English, we have been reading 2 texts related to our 'Stone Age' topic, 'Stone Age Boy' and 'The First Drawing'. We have already been developing our writing skills, using drama to help us We have also visited the local library to give us a chance to explore and borrow a wider rang of books.

Maths

In Maths, we have made a strong start with place value and addition and subtraction. We have been using resources to develop our understanding and have been completing investigations linked to our topic.

History

Our topic of 'Stone Age to Iron Age' has had a strong History focus. We have been working collaboratively to create posters, pictures of Stone Henge and we have written and presented speeches about Skara Brae.

Chemistry

We have been learning about rocks and soils in our Chemistry lessons this half term. We have had fun designing and carrying out experiments to investigate the different properties of rocks and soils.

Computing

In Computing we have been exploring computer networks and understanding how computers are all connected. We did a scavenger hunt around school to find out how the school computer system is connected.

PE

Year 4 have been lucky to have a cricket coach to teach them the main cricket skills. They have also being doing Gymnastics. Year 3 have enjoyed playing games to build up their skills that they can use across all areas of PE.

MUSIC

We have continued to have Duncan teaching us our music this term. We have enjoyed learning new songs as well as putting music to stories about animals.

RE

In RE we have been learning about the Hindu festival of Holi. We looked at good vs evil and how this links to Holi.

Art Week

During Art week, we had a theme called 'Magic Me'. We were focussing on creating self portraits in a variety of different ways.

Spanish

In Spanish, we have been learning and revising some basic Spanish vocabulary and Spanish phonics in preparation for our various units for the year.

PSHE

In PSHE we have been learning about Health and well-being with a focus on emotional well-being and mental health.