Spring 2
This half term we will be introducing a new book, 'Diary of a killer cat' written by Anne Fine.
This book tells the story of a particularly naughty cat who has a history of killing animals and bringing them into his home. His family are getting fed up and then the neighbour's beloved rabbit appears, dead on the doorstep and they have to find a way of dealing with the situation. This brilliant book is written from the cats perspective and offers a wonderful chance for the children to write a diary entry as another character and other entertaining writing pieces.
Maths
We will be focusing on the following areas this term:
The children will be learning what a perimeter is and how to calculate and measure it before moving onto mass and weight. The children will then begin to focus on fractions, where they will be adding and subtracting fractions, before find fractions of amounts.
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Geography
This term we will be returning to learning about Geography, with a focus on the local area and comparing it to another region within Europe. In this case, it will be the region of Campania in Italy.
Over the term, the children will identify both Campania and the West Midlands on maps, comparing the famous natural and physical features in both regions, before comparing key cities within both regions as well.
Art
Art this term will be all about drawing, using the artist Georgia O'Keeffe as inspiration. The children will be using her style of close up drawings of nature to draw a flower from very close range. Throughout the topic the children will learn skills such as shading and tone to make their drawing as realistic as possible.
Science
Our science is based on 'Animals Including Humans'. During this topic the children will be identifying different bones in our bodies and the role the skeleton plays in our everyday life. The children will also find out about different types of skeletons found in the animal world and the benefits and weaknesses of each of these. Finally the children will learn about the importance of a healthy diet and how to read food labels to find those healthy foods.
MFL – French
We will be learning the correct pronunciation and spelling of the different colours. The children will apply this knowledge into both written and spoken sentences.
RE
This term in RE will be focusing on ‘What Can We Learn From Islam’, we will be looking their holy book, special place of worship and understanding the importance of the Five Pillars of Islam to Muslims.
Music
In music this term, children will be using Charanga. Their unit is called 'Three Little Birds'. The children will be learning the song, breaking down the instruments and lyrics and will then learn to play it using glockenspiels.
PE
During our P.E lessons this term, we will be practising our dance skills with Mr Evans and taking part in one session per week with a Progressive Sport’s Coach focusing on tag rugby.
Computing
In our computing sessions we will be focusing on branching databases. The children will be creating these databases to answer questions and find answers from others.
PSHE
This terms unit is called 'Be Yourself' and is aimed at teaching the children the importance of being an individual. The children also look at the importance of fairness and equality.