This half term in English, we will be exploring exciting texts such as Manfish, using them to inspire our own writing. We will focus on improving our grammar by using correct verb forms, fronted adverbials, and pronouns to link ideas clearly. We will also learn to use punctuation such as inverted commas for speech. Our writing will include a biography and an invention narrative, helping us to organise ideas into clear and engaging paragraphs. We will continue to develop our reading skills by exploring a wide range of texts, making inferences, and explaining our ideas using evidence from the text.

In Maths, we will build confidence across a range of practical and problem-solving topics. We will learn about area by counting squares and using standard units, and explore perimeter by measuring, calculating, and finding missing lengths. We will work with money, including adding, subtracting, and giving change, as well as using decimal notation. We will also develop our understanding of time, including reading clocks, converting between units, and solving time problems. Alongside this, we will explore position and direction using coordinates, movement, and translation on grids.

This half term, our learning will help us explore the world around us and our place within it. In Science, we will investigate sound and how vibrations create what we hear. In Geography, we will study coasts, how they are formed, and how they change over time. In History, we will learn about the Vikings and Anglo-Saxons and their impact on Britain. We will also develop computing skills through creating programs using repetition, and explore watercolour techniques in Art to create a local landscape. In Music, we will perform, compose, and listen to a range of styles, and in R.E. we will explore Humanist ideas about kindness, fairness, and making the world a better place.

In Outdoor Learning this half term, we will be developing our gardening skills by working together to care for our outdoor space. We will learn how to plant, grow, and maintain a variety of plants, understanding what they need to stay healthy. We will observe changes in nature over time and take responsibility for watering, weeding, and caring for our garden areas. This will help us build teamwork, patience, and respect for the natural world while enjoying learning outside in a calm and positive environment.

Basketball

• Developing passing, dribbling and shooting

• Applying attacking and defending tactics

• Understanding and managing game rules

Fitness

• Building strength, balance and stamina

• Improving agility and reaction speed

• Developing controlled and powerful movement

Class Dojo will continue to be used this year. It is a great space where you can view photos, videos and information about what is happening in Year 4 and across the school. If you require another invitation to join, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Please can you ensure that all belongings and named (PE Kits – Wellies – School Uniform – Bags – Coats – Water bottles etc).