St John's C of E Primary - Nurturing Excellence

Puffin Class

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🎉 English: Beowulf, Biographies, and Epic Battles ⚔️

This term, we’re stepping into the world of Beowulf, the legendary warrior! We’ll write our own version of a battle scene from Wiglaf’s perspective—imagine being in the middle of the action! We’ll also be time travellers, imagining what happened before the story began. Our Geography topic on Western Europe will inspire us to write an exciting explanation text about the region, packed with interesting facts!

In grammar, we’ll level up our sentence skills by exploring simple, compound, and complex sentences with conjunctions like because, when, before, and so. We’ll practice using expanded noun phrases, adverbs, and fronted adverbials to make our writing pop, along with speech punctuation and third-person narratives. Get ready for a lot of fun with similes, metaphors, and expressive language!

🌟 Maths: Fractions, Time, and Real-World Problem-Solving 🕰️

This term, we’re diving into the world of time and shapes with hands-on activities. We’ll learn to measure time in seconds, minutes, days, and months, and practice reading timetables like pros! We’ll also have fun exploring angles and turns (right angles, here we come!), and discovering shapes in all their 2D and 3D glory! Plus, we’ll revisit everything we’ve learned this year to make sure we’re ready for the exciting Year 4 adventures ahead.

🎶 Music: A Night on the Bare Mountain 🎸

Get ready for some musical magic! This term, we’ll be exploring Indian classical music and creating our own rhythmic masterpieces. We’ll experiment with clapping, singing, and improvising, all while learning about amazing instruments like the tablā (drums) and sitar (string instruments). We’ll be composing and performing music, both solo and with friends. It’s going to be a musical adventure like no other!

👑 History: The Wars of the Roses ⚔️

This term, we’re stepping back in time to the Wars of the Roses, a dramatic 30-year battle between two powerful families fighting for control of England’s throne! We’ll uncover the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, experience the excitement of the Battle of Bosworth Field, and discover how Henry Tudor became Henry VII. Get ready for royal drama, fierce battles, and the rise of the Tudor dynasty!

🌍 Geography: India and China 🏞️

Pack your bags for a trip to India and China! We’ll explore the fascinating landscapes of these two huge countries, from India’s tropical climates to China’s snowy mountains. We’ll uncover the secrets of famous landmarks like the Taj Mahal and the Great Wall of China and learn how mighty rivers like the Ganges and Yangtze shape life in these countries. By the end of the term, we’ll be geography experts on India and China!

🎨 Art: Modern Architecture 🏛️

This term, we’re becoming architects! We’ll explore the creative world of modern architecture, learning how function and design come together to create amazing buildings. We’ll study the incredible Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Scottish Parliament Building, and experiment with our own designs in sketchbooks. Get ready to design your very own building with exciting materials and create architectural masterpieces!

🕍 Religious Education: Judaism - Faith, Traditions, and Reflections ✡️

In RE, we’ll discover the special role of the Mezuzah in Jewish homes and explore the powerful Shema prayer it contains. We’ll design our own Mezuzahs with words and symbols that are meaningful to us. We’ll also explore the synagogue, learning about the important objects and people like the Rabbi, and comparing it to other places of worship, such as churches. It's going to be a journey into faith, traditions, and understanding.

🏃 PE: Athletics and Team Games 🏅

Time to get active! This term, we’ll be working with experts to hone our athletics skills in preparation for sports day. We’ll focus on running, jumping, and throwing like champions, while also practicing teamwork for team games. Whether you’re aiming for a gold medal or just having fun, it’s going to be a blast as we build strength, speed, and sportsmanship!

It's going to be a jam-packed term filled with adventure, creativity, and fun. We can’t wait to see what amazing things you’ll achieve in Puffin class this summer! 🌟