As always, we have had a busy week, packed with a variety of different learning experiences.

Numeracy

This week’s focus has been on long multiplication.  We can all use the grid method to solve calculations like 72 x 938 but now we also know how to use long multiplication, where we solve 2 x 938 and then 70 x 938 before adding both answers together, as shown in the calculation below.  The challenging part has been remembering to place zero when multiplying by the tens digit!

 

Literacy

We have looked at autobiographies and biographies to find out their similarities and differences.  Then we had a go at using our own words to paraphrase  information about John Muir to create the introduction of a biography about him.  Did you know he was a keen conservationist who was born in Scotland?  Ask us more about him!

We also read the next chapter of ‘Dark Isle’ and worked with our learning partners to summarise the story so far and make predictions about what will happen next.

Interdisciplinary Learning

More learning has taken place about rationing during World War Two; we created timelines to show which items were rationed and when – soap, clothing, petrol and coal were rationed, as well as some foods and other items.  Our math’s skills were tested when challenged to design a ‘Victory Garden’ where we had to draw a plan using the scale 1cm = 1m.  The aim was to ensure as much space to grow vegetables as possible, as well as space for: chickens, rabbits, fruit trees, a green house and an Anderson shelter.  Look out for some photos of our super designs next week.

We also discussed what it would have been like to be evacuated to the countryside, like more than 3 million children were.  Everyone has been taking a turn to help contribute to our display which will show two evacuees,  this has required drawing and painting skills being put to good use.

 

Take care everyone,

I hope to see you all back next week.

Mrs Johnstone