Letter Of The Week Curriculum Sample (Page 2 of 3) in pdf

NUMERACY

Number System

Recognise and understand whole number and decimal number place value of 6 digit numbers and to two decimal places,

mental and written strategies for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Pupils must be able to multiply and

divide whole and decimal numbers by 10, 100 and 1000.

We will also cover multiples and factors, long multiplication, word problems using the RUCSAC method, negative

numbers, rounding and estimating. There is also an increasing emphasis on the link between fractions, decimal numbers

and percentages. Pupils must know half, quarter, three quarters, tenth, fifth and a third as a fraction, decimal and

percentage.

Shape, Space and Measure

Using and applying different units of measurement, properties of 2D and 3D shapes, co-ordinates, reflection and

translation of shapes on grids, perimeter, area and volume of shapes and ratio.

Data Handling

Pupils must be able to interpret and construct a variety of graphs and charts including line and conversion graphs, bar and

pie charts.

Science

A close look at the properties of everyday materials and their suitability for particular uses. Pupils will have the

opportunity to work scientifically; planning and carrying out fair tests to answer questions about how and why certain

materials are selected and used because of their properties.

Topic

An in-depth study of The Vikings will include examining who the Viking were, where they came from and what made them

so successful. Pupils will use primary and secondary sources of evidence about transport, warriors, settlements, trade

and mythology, art and culture.

In Geography the focus is on Marvellous Maps; using an atlas and compass, grid references and map symbols. Pupils will

have the opportunity to plan routes and use maps to chart changes over time. Global locational knowledge will also be

covered.

TRIP: Jorvik Viking Centre – Wednesday 2

March (9.00am – 6.45pm)

Art

Skills in manipulating and glazing clay to make bee hives will start the term followed by an in-depth study of Viking shields

culminating in pupils designing, making and painting their own Viking shield. Pupils will also study Aboriginal Art examining

the meaning behind the symbols used and how these are used to create ‘dreamings’ and stories. Pupils will enjoy creating

their own Aboriginal art pieces.

Digital Learning

This term will focus on E-Safety leading up to ‘Safer Internet Day’ later in the term.

Drama

Pupils will be studying the poem ‘The Listener’ by Charles de la Mer and bringing to life ‘sense’ words through sound

collage, alliteration, physical theatre, movement and mime.

Life:

Aspects of finance such as spending, saving and donating will start the term followed by a study of different cultures

and lifestyles around the world and specific local community action. Pupils will look at recent news events, how the UK

is governed and also a focus on Christianity Bible stories.

Modern Foreign Languages (MFL):

Pupils will study French this term focussing on introductions and greetings,

numbers, sports and famous sports people, school subjects, opinions, time and French culture at Easter.

Music:

Song cycles will be studied through the theme of ‘Journeys’ along with a close look at developments in music

through the theme ‘Growth’.

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