Year 4 English - Creating Dialogue
In English, Year 4 have been innovating the story of The Pied Piper and needed to change the characters in the tale, to make it our own version. We have been looking at dialogue and how the original characters spoke and acted with one another, to then transfer that to our own ideas and character creations. What better way to do it, than act it out?! We really enjoyed 'becoming' our characters and acting like they would, so we then could create dialogue for them.
Year 4 P.E. - Gymnastics
This half term, the focus of Year 4's P.E. lessons is gymnastics. We are learning how our muscles need to be stretched to prevent injuries before we use them in physical activities and practised moving via a variety of rolls. Year 4 are getting pretty good at this!
Online Safety - Tracking Devices
Tracking devices were designed to help people find lost belongings, but they’ve also opened the door to worrying forms of misuse. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday explores how Bluetooth trackers like AirTags and SmartTags can be misused for stalking, bullying and invading young people’s privacy. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4f4u2
Year 4 Maths Times and Divide
Year 4 have been putting their multiplication and division skills to the test this week in our Maths lessons. We have been finding out the different terms and the patterns of numbers, representing these groups of numbers in different ways with a variety of resources. We have also enjoyed using our Chromebooks in our Maths lessons this week!
Year 4 Class Worship
This week's Class Worship was about the current COP30 meeting in Brazil, for our World Leaders to create a list of things we could do to protect our planet. This linked to our previous Geography unit, and Year 4 were able to share their knowledge of pollution, deforestation and other human actions that aid to the decline of our planet. We came up with some of our own ideas, that we would suggest if present at this meeting, to help protect the world we live in. Year 4 had some fantastic ideas!
Year 4 Science - Sound and Vibrations
Year 4 experimented with different sounds in this week's Science lesson, finding out what varies different aspects of sound, such as volume and pitch. It was a very noisy lesson, but lots of fun and learning took place throughout the different activities!
Year 4 DT - Evaluating Biscuits
Year 4 have begun their new DT topic this half term and we started by evaluating existing biscuits. As you can imagine, this lesson was a winner with the pupils as they got to try lots of different types of biscuits!
Year 4 Music - Making The Sounds Of A Rain Storm
Year 4 music students brought the sounds of a rainstorm to life! After watching an orchestra video that demonstrated how to create rain effects using only their hands, the class worked in groups. They began slowly and quietly, gradually building the intensity and speed of the storm with actions like finger clicks, claps, and jumping. The piece progressed from a gentle shower to a loud, quick downpour.
Year 4 - Storytelling Through Art
Year 4 have worked so hard during this unit of art; firstly creating their own scrapbook, then looking at line, colour and textile to represent different images in their final book creation. The results are absolutely amazing! Hard work and patience has shown what can be achieved and all of Year 4 are rather impressed with their versions!
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Year 4 Maths - Rounding and Estimating Carousel
Year 4 were putting their skills and knowledge of rounding and estimating to the test as we did different activities in groups this week. We were able to work together and share with each other to extend our learning, having a fabulous time whilst doing so!
Online Safety - Fortnite
Fortnite continues to reign supreme in the gaming world, drawing in millions of players with its bold graphics, fast-paced action and constant stream of new content. This guide looks at the latest developments in the game – such as themed updates, crossover characters and limited-edition cosmetics – and what they mean for young players and the adults who support them. It also unpacks some of the key online safety risks associated with Fortnite. With in-game purchases, cross-platform communication and regular seasonal updates creating an ‘always on’ experience, it’s vital that trusted adults understand how to help children and young people enjoy the game without being exposed to unnecessary risks.
Cidari Earth Conference 2025
???? Cidari Earth Conference 2025 ???? This week, pupils from across the Cidari family came together under Gaia, the magnificent Earth installation, to take part in our Cidari Earth Conference. The theme was insurmountable problems — from disease and illness to deforestation and droughts — and how we, as a global family, can work together to solve them. Our children from Darwen St James were fantastic representatives. They spoke with real thoughtfulness and hope, offering ideas for how faith, kindness, and action can make a difference. They also created active prayer stations, encouraging others to reflect, pray, and act for the good of our world. It was wonderful to see the whole Cidari community united in faith and purpose — caring for creation, inspired by Christian values, and showing that even the biggest problems can be faced with love, courage, and perseverance. We’re so proud of our pupils and their passion for looking after God’s world.
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