As this half term is only 4 weeks and 4 days long, we will not be covering all of the curriculum areas, in order to begin our end of Key Stage 2 assessment preparation. Once the assessments are complete, we will resume the full curriculum.

English: Writing

Our first genre focus will be Play Scripts. Through this we will demonstrate that we can write effectively for a range of purposes and audiences, selecting language that shows good awareness of the reader. Our knowledge of the features of a play script and formality changes between scene setting, narrative and character voice will be developed. We will also explore how a character's thoughts and feelings can be conveyed through what they say and what they do.

The main areas of focus for our non-narrative writing will be an explanation text report on the human body which links closely to our Science topic. We will be selecting formal language that shows good awareness of the reader and using a range of devices to build cohesion within and across a paragraph - higher order connective phrases. In addition to this, a range of sentence structures and formal language will be developed.

https://www.topmarks.co.uk/english-games/7-11-years/spelling-and-grammar

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Guided Reading/Reading for Inference

Within our guided reading sessions, the children will explore ideas around forming opinions, inferring meaning using evidence from the text to explain key ideas and identifying whether statements are true or false, or fact or opinion. Please continue to support your child by ensuring they read for a minimum of 10 minutes a day, either to themselves or to somebody else, and ensuring they have their reading diaries signed daily.

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https://readtheory.org

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Maths: Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

In Maths, we will continue our work on Fractions, Decimals and Percentages focussing on equivalents and ordering.  This will be followed be learning how to work out find fractions and percentages of amounts. This will include working with decimals and fractions in real world contexts – linked to measure including money.

Once this is complete, our focus will be on Measure - Area, Perimeter and Volume.  We will be following and finding rules for calculating the area of rectangles, triangles and parallelograms before looking at perimeter with a wide range of shapes. We will also learn how to calculate the volume of a shape.

Finally, we will look at Statistics and learn to draw and interpret a wide range of graphs and charts. In addition, we will learn about averages and calculate the mean, median, mode and range of a data set.

Vocabulary: equivalent order compare convert   area perimeter volume perpendicular parallel parallelogram average   mean   median   mode   range

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

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Circulatory System, Diet, Drugs and Exercise

We will identify and name the main parts of the human circulatory system, and describe the functions of the heart, blood vessels and blood and design and conduct experiments around pulse rate and blood flow.

In addition, we will recognise the impact of diet, exercise, drugs and lifestyle on the way our bodies function. 

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Other Curriculum Areas

Geography – The Amazon

In Geography our focus will be on what it is like to live in the Amazon, its complex ecosystem and how and why that ecosystem is changing based on human activity. We will also explore if these changes are beneficial or harmful and what might change in the future.

Vocabulary: situated basin piranha ecosystem interact canopy orchids emergent drenched humid habitat buttress camouflage predators Anteater termite food chain micro-organisms interactions nutrients nutrient cycle decomposition compost decomposers carbon cycle companies deforestation ranching deforested conflict power Yanomami

Data Handling: Big Data 1

Understanding about the use of big data including barcodes, QR codes, infrared, and RFID technologies. Children will create and scan their own QR codes, manipulate real-time data in spreadsheets, and present their findings. They also analyse transport data to understand its usefulness to commuters.

Vocabulary: algorithm barcode Boolean brand chip commuter contactless data encrypt infrared proximity QR code QR scanner radio waves RFID signal spreadsheet systems analyst transmission wireless

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Religion and Worldviews Y6: Why is there suffering?

In this unit we will be interpreting different sources of wisdom and exploring beliefs to answer the question 'Why there is suffering?’

Vocabulary: balance blessings conscience contradictory controversial crucifixion evil free will Genesis omnibenevolent omnipotent omnipresent omniscient prayer response resurrection Satan suffering temptation

PSHE: Citizenship

During this topic we will be learning about: human rights, food choices and the environment, caring for others, recognising discrimination, valuing diversity and national democracy.

Vocabulary: authority conflict earn expectation grief grieving protected characteristics resolve respect stereotype prejudice human rights fair trade

Art and Design: Artist Study

This unit focuses on understanding narratives and descriptive language in art, exploring meanings behind paintings, and developing personal interpretations and abstract art pieces based on selected artists. Lessons explore creative expression, analysis, and evaluation skills in art.

Vocabulary: abstract analyse artist compose compositions convey evaluation inference interpret justify meaning medium mixed media narrative respond tableau technique thought-provoking translate

Physical Education: Rounders (out)

In rounders we will develop skills in striking, throwing, fielding and receiving. We will learn about bowling finding and using space and apply this knowledge to competitive games. We will also evaluate performance and suggest ways to improve.

Vocabulary: base bowl long-barrier back-stop strike tactics anticipate coordination relay communication technique hand-eye coordination position

Physical Education: Dance (in)

In dance we will develop skills in a variety of different sequenced movements using our whole bodies. composition.  We will build upon prior learning and apply this knowledge to compose and perform individual and group sequences. We will also evaluate performance and suggest ways to improve.

Key Vocabulary: rhythm    dynamics    beat   level   motif   direction    cannon   speed   choreography   unison   duet    solo   performance    choreographic devices   modify    develop    adapt