Welcome to Barnardo Class!
Summer Term
Our topic for this term is entitled:
Ancient Rainforests!
Welcome to the Summer Term in Year 4!
Wow, the Spring term flew by with lots of great learning and a fantastic trip to Mountfitchet Castle to end our history topic. We are looking forward to a busy and exciting Summer Term in Year 4, filled with engaging topics and creative learning opportunities across the curriculum. Here is an overview of what your child will be learning:
English
In English, we will explore the works of Shakespeare, introducing pupils to his language, characters and storytelling style in an accessible and enjoyable way. Alongside this, we will be reading the Maya folk tale The Chocolate Tree, using it as inspiration for our own writing.
Our Active Read text this term is How to Train Your Dragon. Children will immerse themselves in the story, watch the Dragon Slayer short film, and use their imagination to design and create their own unique dragon profiles.
Mathematics
This term, we will be focusing on:
- Decimals
- Money
- Time
- Statistics
Children will continue to build confidence in applying their mathematical skills to real-life contexts and problem-solving activities. We will also have the official MTC check in June to show our super times tables knowledge!
History
Our History topic is the Ancient Maya Civilisation. Pupils will learn about the achievements, culture and daily life of the Maya people, and explore how this fascinating civilisation has influenced the world we know today.
Geography
In Geography, we will be studying rainforests, looking at their location, climate, and importance to our planet. Children will also learn about the plants, animals, and people who live in these unique environments.
Art & Design
This term in Art, we will explore the theme of fabric and nature, using a range of materials and techniques to create imaginative and textured artwork inspired by the natural world.
Design & Technology
In D&T, children will take part in our exciting Great Barnardo’s Bake Off! They will learn how to adapt a recipe, developing their understanding of ingredients, nutrition, and food preparation skills.
Physical Education (P.E.)
- First Half Term: Athletics and Tennis
- Second Half Term: Outdoor Adventurous Activities (OAA) and Rounders
Children will develop their teamwork, coordination, and physical fitness through a variety of fun and active sessions.
This term P.E will be on Thursday and Friday each week.
Year 4 Monty Reads list:
This term we are reading The Miriculous Journey of Edward Tulane and How to Train a Dragon
Year 4 will be taking the Government Multiplication Checker Assessment in June - click below for more information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS/CARERS:
Please ensure ALL items of uniform including coats, shoes, water bottles and lunch boxes are clearly named
Children must come to school wearing their P.E kit on their P.E days (Remember children need to remove earrings and have suitable clothing for the colder days as we will be going outside in all weathers)
If you wish to speak to a teacher please come and see us at the door or email into the school office on admin@montgomerieprimary.essex.sch.uk
Extended Learning Expectations:
To read as much as possible and record in the orange Reading Journal - Both AR books and a Reading for Pleasure book from home or our classroom reading area. Make sure a reading comments is written in the journal.
GPS - Weekly and half termly spelling lists to practise in the beige homework book
Comprehension - There will be a reading comprehension task each week.
Maths/Times Tables - The expectation is to log into Times Table Rockstars at least twice a week along with completing a weekly Maths task linked to our class learning and practising the KIRFs (Key Instant Recall Facts)
Here's to an exciting new term with lots of fantastic new learning!
Mrs. Hughes
