Year 4 P.E. - Ball Control and Tactics
Carrying on in our tennis lessons, Year 4 have developed their ball and racket control skills even further, and are able to complete a variety of shots with different arm and racket positions. We have learned when to select either forearm or backhanded shots to not only return the ball to our partner, but to now try and play tactically around the court to try and win points. Year 4 are a competitive bunch and we were all very tired after our efforts!
Year 4 Art - Using different art techniques
Year 4 have gotten rather messy this week! Having created our plinths and 3D statues of Anglo-Saxon warriors, it was time to secure and solidify our structures using paper mache. We had to follow the step-by-step tutorial on how to apply the mixture with newspaper and completely cover our structures. We learned that the PVA glue in the mixture, will dry hard and give our structures a smooth base for painting over in our next Art lesson.
Year 4 Geography and Science
This half term, Year 4 have really enjoyed their cross-curricular learning with similar themes between different subjects. We have conducted a water cycle experiment in Science to see the process in real life, and applied this to our Geography topic, learning about rivers. Our favourite part of this is the water cycle dance! The actions and song really help us remember the key words and different processes.
Year 4 R.E. - Jesus
In this week's R.E. lesson, we looked at the story of Jesus' transfiguration and used Lego to represent our ideas to some of the questions asked. Year 4 worked really well in small groups to include everyone's thoughts and were able to explain in detail about what they had created. It was a really enjoyable way to share our ideas and understanding with one another.
Year 4 Computing - Effective Searching Online
In this week's Computing lesson, Year 4 were looking at how to stay safe whilst searching online. We looked at different child-friendly search engines and worked in partnerships to try and complete the questions we needed to find the answers to. We found out we had to be precise and concise with our wording when searching for different things, as this really could affect the kind of results we received. It was definitely a lesson were lots was learnt!
Year 4 Geography - River Features
This week's Geography lesson was all about the different features of a river. We found out about the different river courses and what we could expect to find at each one and were all amazed to find out that all rivers end up at the sea! We had to work as a team to represent what we had been learning about, by creating our very own representations of rivers and their features out of Lego, before presenting our creations to others. It really helped us learn what we needed to include and all of the different feature names.
Year 4 English - Role Play
Year 4 enjoyed a bit of role play in our English this week, when learning about the nautical language related to our narrative. What better way than to step into the shoes of Captain Tom Bawcock and turn our classroom into a Cornish Tugboat, whilst the Great Storm-Cat sent turbulent gales and unpredictable waves our way and gave us the perfect opportunity to put our nautical language knowledge to the test!
Year 4 Science - What is a solid?
Year 4 have thrown themselves in to their new Science topic, States of Matter. We began our inquiry by testing different items and whether they would classify as a solid or not. Year 4 demonstrated some excellent reasoning skills to explain their points in relation to the properties of a solid.
Year 4 Maths - Tenths and hundredths on a place value chart
It's been a challenging return to school, working through our Maths Decimal topic. But Year 4 have worked hard! We have used counters on a place value chart to represent decimal numbers and help our understanding to be able to complete our classwork independently.
Online Safety - App and Play Stores
With millions of apps available and children accessing them from an increasingly young age, app stores can present a range of risks. From malware and copycat apps to inappropriate content and persuasive in-app purchases, this Wake Up Wednesday guide highlights how easily young users can encounter issues – even when using official platforms. It also offers clear, practical advice to help parents and educators manage these risks. From setting up parental controls and checking app credibility to having open conversations about safe usage, the guide supports adults in building children’s awareness, encouraging safer choices and promoting more balanced, responsible app use
Year 4's Class Assembly
Year 4 presented their recent learning in their Class Assembly this week. Each child played a magnificent part in relaying their information, so clearly to the whole school and the parents and grown-ups who came to watch. Some even stepped in for others who were absent, but Year 4 were very composed and no-one even noticed! Miss Lovick and Mrs A. are very proud of you Year 4, well done!
Years 3 and 4 Easter Service
Years 3 and 4 have worked so hard lately, practising words, songs and actions, in preparation for presenting the Easter Service at Church. And what a fantastic service it was! They told the Easter story with passion, respect and a lot of talent and enthusiasm! It was enjoyed by all who saw it.
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