Dear Parents and Carers,
Happy New Year! I hope all of you had a nice relaxing break and are ready for 2010.
Our topic this term is called Keen to be Green. This topic focuses on issues relating to the changing climate, global warming, eco-footprints and will finish by looking at ways to protect the future of the planet. It will incorporate aspects of Geography, Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Art, D&T and citizenship. I also plan to include a trip to the local supermarket where the children will be able to investigate produce air miles, packaging and recycling. Details of this will follow.
The rest of the curriculum this term is as follows:
Literacy & Numeracy –
subjects follow the National Curriculum
Science
Chains & Webs, Drugs & Bugs
ICT
Research methods & PowerPoint presentations
RE
Bible explorers & Old Testament
PSHE
taught by Mrs Grimshaw
Music
taught by Mrs Robinson
PE
Gym
French
taught by Mrs Grimshaw
Homework will return to its original format and will be handed out on Mondays and it is expected back in school on Fridays. This will consist of regular spellings as well as skills-based exercises in Numeracy and Literacy.
Although the SATs seem like a long way off yet (week commencing 10th May), it is only a short spring term so they will be upon all too soon, therefore it is very important that your child completes all homework set to the best of their ability, ensuring they are practicing their developing skills and building on their confidence levels.
Reading is very important and will remain part of the regular homework. Each child has now been given a new reading list for the spring term which needs to be signed. Please encourage your child to discuss their books with an adult to ensure they get the most out of the stories they read.
Miss Jenni Anderton