Summer Term

English (More detail can be found on English overview)

In English this term we will be focusing our written work around our class book of 'Macbeth' -focusing on instructions, diary writing, letter writing, persuasive writing and play-script writing. We will then use this book to inspire us to write 'I am' poems focusing on the different characters from the story.

Whole Class Reading

Our Author for the Spring Term is Andy William who wrote the children's version of 'Macbeth'. The children will study this book in class and answer a range of questions about it in pairs as well as independently.

Maths (More detail can be found on Maths overview)

In maths the children will be learning all about ratio, algebra, shape, position and direction, statistics and converting measures.

Science

In science we will be looking at different life cycles and animals and observing and describing differences, comparing animals and plants as well as reproduction in animals and plants. We will then finish the year working with Accrington Stanley on our 'Move and Learn' programme focusing on exercise, well being and healthy eating.

History

History takes place on a Tuesday afternoon and is taught by Mrs Bentley, this term the children will be learning all about Ancient Egypt!!  We will learn who the Ancient Egyptians were....What was life like in Ancient Egypt....The ritual of Mummification.....Who was TUTANKHAMUN? How to write like and Egyptian and finally who were the Gods of Egypt?

Will then continue our Ancient Civilisation journey to the Mayans -Who were they? Why are they so important and are they similar to other ancient civilisations?

Art and Design

Art takes place on a Tuesday afternoon and is taught by Mrs Bentley, this term the children will be working on Pharaoh Self Portraits!! We will draw in pencil, charcoal and pen! We will create Egyptian Death Masks too!

We will also be looking at the Mayan art of weaving!

PE

In PE will will start the year focusing on Cricket and then move onto to team building skills. At the end of the term we will play Rounder's and work with Accrington Stanley on our 'Move and Learn' programme.

Music (See Music Overview)

This term we are learning about ‘Digital Music'. We will work on Yu Studio and Chrome music lab to create spooky pieces of music.

French

In French we are focusing on the Eurovision song contest and the names for musical instruments as well as musical genres. We will also be writing songs based on these facts.

RE

In RE we will be learning all about how we follow rules as good followers of Jesus and look in depth at the 10 commandments. We will think about our own responsibility and how we can honour God and his creation. We will then look at being good stewards of God, by respecting his creation and study different Saints. We will also look at the work done by CAFOD to support those in need and the effects of climate change. We will also study our other religion of Islam and end the year with our 'Journey in Love' Sex education lesson.

Computing

In computing we are learning about quizzing and we will create several quizzes aimed at different audiences. We will then study 3D modelling and create a digital model linked to our DT topic.

P.S.H.E

In the spring term for PSHE we focus on:

Physical health and Mental wellbeing - Healthy sleep habits; sun safety; medicines, vaccinations, immunisations and allergies

Growing and changing - Personal identity; recognising individuality and different qualities; mental wellbeing

Keeping safe-Keeping safe in different situations, including responding in emergencies and first aid

Please come back to see all we cover in the Summer term.