LO: To work together to carry out and record a science investigation SHARED TASK
SC: I can generate questions I can identify dependent, independent and control variables I can make a prediction I can suggest ways to measure and record I can draw sensible conclusions based on my findings Key vocabulary: circuit, wire, bulb, battery, cell, dependent, independent, control, variable Conceptual/cross-curricular links: Maths data
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Team AF and LL continue to learn about Buddhism and what it means to be a Buddhist. We have also spent time comparing Buddhism to Christianity - identifying similarities and differences.
We have really enjoyed learning about extreme weather and natural disasters. We have applied our map skills to locate places on earth where the tectonic plates meet. We have explored how earthquakes happen and learnt about the types and states of volcanoes.
In preparation for our 3d form work on natural disasters we have been collecting images that have caught our interest and had a go at sketching ideas and planning for our final pieces. we continue to develop our drawing progression and have been drawing 3d pyramids, volcanoes and coffee cups. These forms have allowed us to develop our use of single-side smooth shading and block shading to create a 3d effect.
As well as developing our scientific understanding of electricity and circuits we have also completed an investigation linked to this half term's enquiry focus of pattern seeking. Year 6s investigated whether or not their was a link between the width of a person's arm span and their height. The results were really interesting. Pupils decided how they would measure and record their findings. They analysed the data looking for patterns and use their findings to write up a conclusion.
Mathematics: year 6 doing an amazing job with their work on multiplication and division. We are pretty much experts on multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000. We are also developing accuracy with formal written methods for multiplication and division.
Literacy: We have been unpicking features of formal and informal writing. We have used our new learning to complete some letters of advice. We wrote a letter to Mrs Lawson and also completed our replies to Alex - to offer him advice as to whether to take the mission or not. We are thoroughly enjoying our class book Stormbreaker. Maths: building on our work on mathematical structures we have been developing our calculation skills in addition and subtraction. We have been applying key vocabulary and ensuring we are setting out written methods accurately. We are now exploring a range of problems and establishing the most efficient methods of finding the answer.
Literacy: 'So What Do You Say?' After reading this chapter of our class novel Stormbreaker we are exploring points for and against Alex taking the mission to go under cover at Sayle Enterprises. Alex Rider has written to us asking for advice and we are planning to write a letter back providing him with some valuable advice. SCIENCE: We are now well on our way to learning about electricity ad circuits. To tie in with Park Street goes green we have explored the pros and cons of renewable energy and why it may be a better option for the environment. We deployed our oracy skills to debate our thoughts and opinions. We have recapped prior learning about electrical circuits revising key elements of a circuit and application of taught vocabulary. We are going to find out a little about famous scientists and the HISTORY of electricity before getting on to planning some circuit based investigations.
RE We are really exciting to begin learning about a brand new religion which he have not learnt about before - Buddhism. Children have carried out a little research and explored the life and teaching of the Buddha. We are looking forward to finding out even more. PE - We have been getting stuck into our Basketball unit - learning how to pass, dribble, attack and defend. We are working hard to improve our hoop shooting accuracy. MUSIC - We have been listening and appraising a range of musical styles and genres including soul, pop and rock. Our focus song at the moment is Do You Wanna. We have been learning about the term adagio and songs at a slow pace. We are developing our music notation skills further as we prepare to perform the piece on our recorders. Art - As well as developing our sketching and drawing skills further we are currently planning sculptures based on a range of different natural disasters. We are busily collecting appropriate materials to represent the colour, shape and texture. Watch this space for photos. Our artist of the term is JMW Turner who depicts a range of stormy weather scenes in his art work. PSHE: We have been exploring themes such as choosing friends based on our interests and how to appreciate the opinions of others in a non-threatening way. Computing we have been learning about IP addresses and networks MfL - We have been revising Spanish pronouns and regular verbs. Design and Technology will involve us designing early warning systems for a natural disaster - we will be blocking this project out in the last week of this half term. |
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