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Welcome to the Hedgehogs' Class Page! 

Welcome to the Hedgehogs' class page. We are very excited about our new topic this term we will be learning all about gorillas of Africa!

Where Would You Find A Gorilla?

Through an in-depth geographical study, we will explore the continent of Africa, learning about its countries, landscapes, climates and biomes. We will develop our understanding of how people and animals live in different environments and discover the incredible diversity found across the continent.

A particular focus will be the Congo Basin, one of the world's most important rainforest environments. We will investigate its unique habitats and the animals that live there, with a special focus on gorillas. We will learn about their adaptations, habitats, diets and behaviours, as well as the importance of protecting their rainforest home.

Over the next term we will be reading and exploring the book 'Gorilla by Anthony brown a lovely story exploring a young girls facination with Gorillas.

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Please see downloads below to download this term's topic map and knowledge organiser. 

English:

 In English this term, we will be strengthening our understanding of the fundamentals of grammar and sentence construction using Grammarsaurus. We will develop our understanding of different word classes, sentence structures, punctuation and grammatical rules.

Maths: 

In Maths, we are beginning our Place Value unit. We will explore the value of digits within numbers and develop our ability to read, write, compare and order numbers. We will also investigate Roman numerals.

Science:

Our Science learning this term focuses on Animals Including Humans. We will discover how the human body works, with a particular focus on the digestive system. Children will learn about the different stages of digestion and investigate the roles and functions of the organs involved, from the mouth through to the small and large intestines.

Religious education:

Our Religious Education topic this term is Harvest. We will discover the history and traditions of Harvest and explore why giving thanks for food and the natural world has been important to communities for generations. We will consider how Christian values, such as generosity, compassion, gratitude and helping others, can encourage us to support people in need. We will also explore how people can show thankfulness and how ideas surrounding harvest and gratitude are reflected in other world faiths and traditions.

Music:

In Music, we will explore the fascinating world of folk music. We will listen to and investigate songs from different cultures and traditions, thinking about the stories, experiences and histories told through music. Children will have opportunities to explore rhythm, melody and lyrics while considering how music can be used to pass stories and traditions from one generation to another.

This term promises to be full of discovery, discussion and exciting learning opportunities. From the rainforests of the Congo Basin to the inner workings of the human body, we will be developing knowledge and skills across the curriculum while making connections between the world around us and our own lives.

We can't wait to see where our learning takes us!

Year 3/4 Staff:

We are very lucky to have our amazing staff team in Y3/4 to support the children and help them grow:

Mrs Smith: Class teacher (Monday, Tueday (AM), Wednesday, Thursday  and Friday (AM).

Mrs Hislop:Teaching assistant (Monday-Friday)

Mrs Kay: Class teacher (Tuesday (PM), Friday (PM).)

Information:

P.E Sessions:

For the Summer term, we ask that children can please come to school in their P.E. kits on P.E. days, which are on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Homework Explained

Class Dojo homework:

This can be found on the homework tab at the top of this page. While this is not compulsary, it's a great way to learn more about our topic and earn Dojo Points to convert in our shop at the end of term. We will also be having an afternoon to celebrate all the children have achieved. 

Weekly Spellings:

Your child will be receving their spellings weekly. Spellings will be given out on a Friday and will be tested the following Friday. 

Maths Homework:

The children in Y3/4 class are expected to be regularly logging onto Magma Maths and completing activities that have been set. These will be linked to what we are learning in class.

Times Tables:

Your child will be given a login for Times Tables Rock stars, an exciting online tool to help them to learn times tables. Your child will have a weekly times tables test on a Friday and we thank you in advance for your support in helping them to prepare for this. 

Reading:

Your child has a school reading book which is either a colour banded book or a free reading book. They also have an individual reading journal. Please can we encourage as much reading at home as possible and a comment written from you when you can. Thank you.