Year 6

It has been a remarkable week of inquiry in Year 6. By flipping our central idea, the children have been considering the ways in which the future generation can influence the choices made by governments. This shift allowed the students to move beyond theoretical understanding and explore how they might actively participate in shaping the world around them.

Much of our investigation this week was dedicated to the possible reintroduction of the Lynx to the Scottish Highlands, a complex issue that provided a rich context for using our key concepts. Students framed their research by considering the diverse perspectives of various stakeholders, including local farmers and tourism boards. By examining evidence from both the Scottish Farming Union and various rewilding charities, the children learned to evaluate conflicting viewpoints.

Building on this research, the students took meaningful action by using their ATL communication skills to educate and persuade others regarding their findings. They focused intently on the purpose of their communications and the specific style of language required for different audiences, resulting in a diverse and impressive range of final outcomes. From recording and editing insightful podcasts to crafting persuasive newspaper articles and blog posts, the children demonstrated incredible creativity and critical thinking. We are immensely proud of their efforts and the sophisticated work they produced throughout the week.