CLASS TEXT: This term we will be looking at a wide range of non fiction books, to enhance our history topic of Kings and Queens. We will be investigating the layout of biographies and the structure needed to create one. We will be looking at features of non fiction texts, including titles, headings and formal language. We will continue to work on good sentence structure, correct use of a range of punctuation, spelling of common exception words and to write in the past tense.
Useful Information PE - Tuesday Mrs Jones and Mrs Small will teach the class on a Wednesday morning and every other Thursday afternoon,when Miss Flude has her PPA time and management time (management is every other week). Forest School - Every other Friday Please make sure the children have wellies and an old coat, gloves, hat etc. in school and that these are named. We have waterproof suits that an be placed on top.
Homework It is really important to read with your child at least 3 times a week. Reading stories on a regular basis helps children develop a sense of the story structure and fires their imagination. It really does make a difference!
Every half term a Key Instant Recall Facts (KIRFs) focus for Mathematics will be set, along with suggestions of how to practice these at home. A little and often approach is suggested to be taken here. You will be amazed at the confidence it will give your child within their mathematical learning.
Additional activities, suggestions and recommendations will be sent home for each topic, to support your child's development.