English

Our English lessons this term are based on the text "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes, which is a poem that tells the story of a highwayman's visit to see the beautiful Bess at the old inn and of the terrible fate they both meet. 

We will be following our writing process to plan (using a variety of sources, model texts and WAGOLLs), build vocabulary, write a first draft, edit and improve and produce final versions to complete a non-chronological report and a setting description.

Maths

This half-term, we are covering the following topics in Maths: 

• Number and Place-Value - Roman Numerals to 1,000.
• Fractions and Decimals - Add and subtract mixed numbers. Multiple a unit and non-unit fraction by an integer. Multiple a mixed number by an integer.
• Measurement - Perimeter of rectangles, rectilinear shapes, rectilinear shapes with missing lines and perimeter of polygons.
• Measurement - Area of rectangles and compound area.

We also have a weekly times tables test and arithmetic lesson. 

Geography

Our topis this term is 'Enough for Everyone'.

We will be learning the following.

• To recognise the needs of settlers and consider whether these have changed.
• To recognise where electricity comes from in the UK.
• To recognise the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy.
• To recognise where our food comes from and why we import food.
• To understand what efficiency and conservation mean.
• To recognise ways we can conserve energy, water and food.

Computing

This term, the computing topic is Games Creator on Purple Mash. The children will design, create, play and evaluate their own computer game.

• describe some elements that make a successful game,
• design the setting for their game by uploading images or use the drawing tools.
• design characters for their game - make animations and sounds for them,
• write informative instructions for their game so that other people can play it,
• evaluate their own and peer's games to help improve their design for the future.

Music

This half term, our unit is 'Classroom Jazz'.  We will learn the following.

PSHE

Our unit this term is called 'Relationships - Be Yourself'.

This unit is inspired by the idea that we are all individuals and that it is important to ‘be yourself’. It aims to encourage the children to develop a positive view of themselves and enable them to recognise the importance of being proud of their individuality.
In this unit, we will focus on the importance of recognising situations where we might need to make positive choices in order to do the right thing. We will also explore how to avoid being led into tricky situations and how to recognise and respond to peer pressure. The unit will also look at how to be confident and how to manage uncomfortable feelings. The unit ends with us  investigate how to make things right when we have made a mistake.

French

We will be learning all about the body by learning to name parts of the body in French, say what hurts by going to the doctor and describing and drawing aliens.  Our lessons will cover speaking, listening, reading and writing, as well as playing games and learning songs.

Design Technology

Our theme this term is Biscuits - Adapting a recipe

 We will:

• investigate and analyse a range of existing biscuit products; including their taste and design; considering a target audience
• prepare and cook using a range of cooking techniques and equipment; following a simple recipe as well as adapting the recipe to suit specific design criteria.
• use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups
• apply knowledge of basic food hygiene skills and kitchen safety rules.
• evaluate ideas and products against specific design criteria; suggesting ways to improve.

PE

This term, we begin our swimming lessons on  Friday morning.  Our lesson will take place from 9.30 - 10.15 at Cannock Chase Leisure Centre.

We will also begin our Rock and Roll Dance unit  or practise some Tag rugby skills, depending on the weather!