Because
Beautiful
Friend
There
Their
They’re
Where
Were
Again
Excited
Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Mr Chanter's Spelling Group
Beautiful
Because
Different
Necessary
Believe
February
They’re/their/there (You will be test on one of
these at random)
Immediately
Favourite
Separate
Friday, 28 March 2025
Good afternoon,
The weeks are absolutely flying by—I can’t quite believe that we have only one week left before the end of term! It has been a fantastic and busy time in Year 4, and I am incredibly proud of how hard the children have been working.
This week, much of our focus has been on rehearsing for our middle school performance of What a Knight! It is a brilliantly comical play, and I am sure you will find it just as hilarious as I do. It has been exciting seeing all the elements come together and the children’s enthusiasm and dedication have added the cherry to the top!
The performances will take place on:
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Tuesday at 1:30 pm – Performance for friends and family
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Wednesday at 6:30 pm – Evening performance
We really hope you can come along to support the children and enjoy what promises to be a fantastic show.
In English, the children have been writing their non-chronological reports on the Women’s Land Army. This has been a fascinating topic, allowing the children to explore the crucial role that women played during the Second World War. They have shown great interest in learning about how these women worked tirelessly on farms to support the country while many men were away fighting. Their reports are filled with well-researched facts, and detailed descriptions. I am sure you will enjoy reading their brilliant work when you come to our open afternoon next Wednesday. In addition to this, we have also been exploring synonyms and antonyms and using them to describe a book character’s characteristics. This has helped to develop the children’s vocabulary and deepen their understanding of how words can be used to create a stronger impact in their writing.
In maths, we have been investigating the relationship between fractions and decimals, focusing particularly on tenths. The children have been developing their understanding of how fractions and decimals are connected and how we can express numbers in different ways. Next week, we will be extending this further by looking at hundredths and considering how this knowledge applies in everyday situations.
For our science topic on electricity, we moved on to answering the question: Which materials are conductors or insulators? To explore this, the children set up simple circuits and tested different objects to determine whether they allowed electricity to flow. They made predictions, carried out investigations, and recorded their findings carefully. This hands-on approach really helped them develop their understanding of electrical circuits and how they work.
In computing, the children have continued their topic on digital photo editing. This week, they experimented with changing the colour and resolution of images, learning how digital manipulation can alter the way we perceive a picture. This is a skill they may wish to incorporate into their class project for the term.
A particular highlight of the week was a visit from the Hertfordshire Fire Service on Tuesday. The firefighters delivered an engaging and informative session on fire safety, teaching the children about what to do in the event of an emergency. They also demonstrated how quickly a fire can spread and why it is essential to act swiftly but safely. The children had the opportunity to explore the fire truck and learn about the various tools and equipment used by firefighters. They asked fantastic questions and were fascinated by the different features of the truck.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend and I look forward to seeing many of you at next week’s events.
Monday, 24 March 2025
Mr Chanter's Spelling Group
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experience |
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difficult |
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chandelier |
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character |
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machine |
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chaos |
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muscle |
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fluorescent |
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fascination |
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technical |
Friday, 21 March 2025
Good afternoon,
I hope you have had a lovely week. We certainly have in Year 4, especially on Monday when we had the exciting opportunity to visit LEGOLAND Windsor as part of our STEM week celebrations.
During our visit, we explored the fascinating world of engineering and design by studying the structure of rollercoasters. We even had the chance to build our own models, putting our creativity and problem-solving skills to the test. And of course, no trip to LEGOLAND would be complete without experiencing a few thrilling rides ourselves!
The day was packed with hands-on learning, teamwork, and plenty of fun. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and excitement as everyone engaged with the activities. Take a look at some of our photos below to see the incredible time we had!
Elsewhere in the week, the children have been busy planning a non-chronological report about the Women's Land Army. This ties in beautifully with our class text, The Lion and the Unicorn, which explores themes of war, bravery, and resilience. The children have been researching key facts about the Women's Land Army, understanding its vital role during World War II, and organising their findings into well-structured plans. Next week, we will begin writing these reports, focusing on clear explanations, factual accuracy, and engaging presentation.
In maths, we are nearing the end of our topic on fractions, where we have been mastering addition and subtraction techniques. Our final focus will be on subtracting fractions efficiently before we move on to an exciting new topic—decimals! This will build on our understanding of place value and fractions, helping us to make connections between the two concepts.
As you may already know, our Middle School Performance this year is What a Knight!. Excitement is building as we begin rehearsals next week. Be prepared for lots of singing at home as they practise their lines and songs! The show dates are set for Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd April, and we can’t wait to share this fantastic performance with you all.
Now that we are also well underway with our computer topic on editing digital images as part of our termly project, I would like to encourage the children to take a photo of their choice and edit it in any way they wish, using as all the creativity they want.
The Task:
Take a photo of your choice—this could be a picture of an object, a place, or wildlife etc!
Edit your photo using any creative techniques you like! You can use Paint on a computer or different apps on the iPads/tablets.
Have fun experimenting with colours, filters, stickers, drawing, cropping, or any other cool effects!
Things to Remember:
Be as creative as you like!
Make sure your image is appropriate for school.
Save your edited photo so you can share it with the class.
Deadline: Tuesday 22nd April
Have a lovely weekend and we will see you need week!
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
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