We have started the week with some problem solving activities and by developing the use of bar-modelling to help visualise what calculations need to be done.  Bar modelling can be a very helpful tool but does need lots of practise to get the hang of.  We have been building up our skills by using examples from whiterosemaths.com, like the one below, and then extending each type of problem by using larger numbers or different contexts.

In the week ahead we will be beginning a unit of study on non-fiction texts.  This week our focus will be on identifying features of non-fiction texts, with a particular focus on explanation texts.  Taught writing will also link to this, with the class writing their own explanation report in the context of natural disasters.

We will also be developing work towards the John Muir Award by making bird feeders for the playground and exploring animal tracks during outdoor learning. Please remember a jacket tomorrow!

This term’s topic is ‘China’ and we will begin by looking at maps and atlases and making comparisons of our own country with China, in terms of climate, population and land use.

Please look out for homework this week.  Spelling, literacy grids and a family maths challenge have been added to the jotters. There is also a folder on educationcity.com to help support the maths we have been doing in class.