English

This term we are reading the exciting novel ‘Letter from the Lighthouse' by Emma Carroll.

The book tells the story of Olive and her brother being evacuated to the Devonshire coast to stay with a mysterious lighthouse keeper.  There, Olive has to solve a mystery about a coded note and her sister's disappearance. 

All of our reading and writing this term will be based around this story. We will be looking at descriptions, diaries and an exciting local legend! 

Maths

This term, we are covering a range of skills in our Maths lessons including: place value, multiples & factors, prime numbers, angles, rounding and units of measure.

Here are some websites that might help:

www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/

http://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/7-11-years/mental-maths

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/maths

Times tables

Remember to practise your times tables at home using TTRockstars to help! On a Monday we have a times tables test with 100 questions up to 12 x 12. The idea is to beat your score from the previous week!

History

Our History topic this term is World War 2

(A study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066)

Key Knowledge:

• The Second World War (1939-1945) began because Hitler, the leader of Nazi Germany, invaded Poland. Britain and France had promised to protect Poland if this happened. There were many significant battles during the war, including the Battle of Britain, the Normandy Landings on D-Day, and The Battle of the Bulge.
• Many children were evacuated from cities to the countryside where it was safer. Cities were likely to be bombed during the Blitz
• Food supplies from other countries were disrupted. Rationing was introduced to ensure Britain didn’t run out of food and to make sure that everyone was healthy.
• Many men fought in the Second World War and women often took on jobs to help the war effort. Some women joined the armed forces too.
• The Holocaust was a time during the Second World War when millions of people were persecuted and killed in Europe. It is commemorated on Holocaust Memorial Day on 27th January each year.
• Some of the key events of World War II were: Battle of France, Battle of Britain, The Blitz, Dunkirk, Pearl Harbour, Dambusters Raid, Battle of the Bulge, D-Day and VE Day.

Science

Our Science Topic is ‘Living things and their habitats' 

• Describe how living things are classified into broad groups according to common observable characteristics and based on similarities and differences, including micro-organisms, plants and animals.

• Give reasons for classifying plants and animals based on specific characteristics.

Art and Design/Design Technology

Drawing: Expressing ideas

Exploring how drawing can be used to express ideas and messages, inspired by a range of street art examples and environmental themes.

Pupils who are secure will be able to:

• Identify key features of street art and murals.
• Discuss the intention and impact of street art.
• Use various shading techniques to show texture, tone, form and depth.
• Apply one point perspective in their work.
• Enlarge a drawing by scaling using an accurately drawn grid.
• Show an understanding of perspective, scale and proportion with a level of accuracy across their design.
• Choose appropriate materials for their design and explain their choices and intention.
• Use space effectively to enhance visual impact of their graffiti tag.

French

This term, our French theme is ‘Who am I?’  We will learn French phrases to describe ourselves and others; including 'je suis' and 'je ne suis pas'.

R.E

Our topic in R.E this term is 'Creation and Science: Conflicting or Complementary'.

We will:

• explain the Christian and Jew's belief about how the world was created.
• identify what type of texts some Christians say Genesis 1 is.
• write my own version of the story of Creation.
• identify and explain the scientific theory of how the world was created.
• identify and explain the scientific theory of where life comes from.
• know where the science and faith go together.
• express our views about how the world was created.
• ask any puzzling questions about science or faith; on how the world was created.
• know the different views about the existence or non-existence of God.

Music

GRIME

Year 6 Unit 1 Learning Objectives

1. Identify Grime's origins and key features. Use music technology to create a complete track, layering drum sounds, synths, and vocals, and applying terms like tempo before a final mix.
2. Make independent creative decisions to develop original musical ideas. Build confidence by presenting the final track and reflecting on the creative choices made.

Grime emerged in East London in the early 2000s, growing out of UK garage, jungle, dancehall and Hip Hop influences. It became a powerful form of musical expression for young people, giving artists a way to share their experiences, identities, energy, and voices. Known for its fast-paced beats, strong basslines, electronic sounds and distinctive vocal delivery, Grime has had a major impact on British music, youth culture, fashion and language. At its heart, Grime is about creativity, individuality, confidence and self-expression.

P.E

During our P.E lessons this term we will be building our skills of teamwork, mapping, communicating & listening through Outdoor, Adventurous activities.  We will also practise and develop our athletic and fitness skills.

Computing

In our computing sessions this term, we will be revising how to stay safe online.  We will:

• identify safe symbols
• recognise and understand our digital footprint
• understand the importance of balancing our screen time with other parts of our lives.

Blogging: 

Overview

This unit allows children to explore blogs and their features, including how they can be used to engage an audience effectively. Children will plan and create their own blog post as well as commenting on other's blog posts.

Key Learning

• To understand blogs and their features.
• To plan the theme, content and structure for a blog post.
• To write and style a blog post.
• To review and comment on blog posts with an understanding of online safety.

Networks:

Overview

This unit allows children to learn more about what networks are, what they do and how they connect devices. Children also consider the safety aspects of networks, including the possible positive and negatives uses of networks.

Key Learning

• To understand what a computer network is and identify examples of networks at home, school and in the wider world.
• To understand the difference between the internet and the World Wide Web and explore the services they provide.
• To explore how the internet can be used for communication and collaboration, and how to do this safely and respectfully.
• To explore who is in charge of the internet and how rules and website blocking can affect people, society and online platforms.

PSHE

Our topic this half term is ‘VIPs' (Very Important Persons).  We will focus on relationships.  We will identify who our VIPs are within our families and friendship groups and how important kindness and respect are within these relationships. The unit addresses conflicts and resolutions in relationships. We will also look at secrets and dares, as well as healthy and unhealthy relationships.