Hello everyone,
I hope you've all had a wonderful week! We've certainly had a fantastic week here in Year 4, filled with lots of learning and engaging activities.
In maths, we’ve moved on from exploring area and have started focusing on multiplication and division. Next week, we'll be concentrating on the 3, 6, and 9 times tables. These particular tables are closely related, and exploring the connections between them will help students gain a deeper understanding of patterns in numbers. We encourage the children to practice at home whenever they can, as familiarity with these tables will really help build their confidence and fluency in maths.
In English, we’re continuing with our class story, FArTHER, which has been captivating the children’s imaginations. This week, we've focused on punctuation and grammar, challenging the children to create more complex sentences using multi-clause structures and expanded noun phrases, which will help them add depth and detail to their writing. Next week, we’ll shift our focus to instructional and letter writing, with each task tied to events in the story. This will give the children a chance to apply their understanding of grammar in practical and creative ways.
In history, our topic on Ancient Egypt has been a hit! This week, we explored the River Nile and its significance to Egyptian civilisation. The children learned how this mighty river provided Egyptians with food, a means of transportation for trade, and natural protection from invaders. Next week, we’ll be delving into the life of the famous pharaoh Tutankhamun, and the children will discover fascinating insights into Egyptian royal life, burial practices, and the legacy of this young ruler whose tomb provided us with so much knowledge about ancient Egyptian culture.
On Tuesday, we had a memorable trip to the Hare Krishna temple in Watford, where we learned about Hinduism in a hands-on way. The children participated in storytelling activities, dressed up in traditional clothing, and explored the temple’s farm, learning about the importance of cows within the community. They also attended a beautiful ceremony and enjoyed a delicious meal prepared on-site. The experience deepened their understanding of Hinduism, and we look forward to our follow-up visit to the local church next Tuesday, where they’ll take part in a workshop on ‘Pilgrimage’ and discuss themes like journeys, special places, gratitude, and healing.
Next week, we’ll also be celebrating Parliament Week, with activities that help the children learn about the important role of the UK Parliament and how it supports democracy in the UK. We’ll discuss how parliament members work on behalf of the public, debate new laws, and make decisions that shape our society. This is an excellent opportunity for the children to understand the basics of democracy and think about how they can have a voice in their communities.
Just for next week, PE sessions will take place on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (for football). After that, we’ll return to our regular PE schedule.
Wishing you all a lovely, restful, and safe weekend. We look forward to another exciting week ahead.
