Dosbarth Derwen

Year 6

Mr James's Class

Our Inquiry Question this Spring Term:

How has science impacted the world?

Concepts: Forces, materials, natural world, energy and waves.

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Why is this unit of inquiry important for our learners?

An inquiry into:

How advancements in science help us understand light and how we see. How forces act on objects; (friction, air & water resistance)
Understanding how substances can be mixed together to create something new and that sometimes these can be separated;
How the planet provides us with natural materials and understand how we process these to make them helpful.

How does this unit of enquiry support learners in realising the Four Purposes?

Learners will use digital technologies creatively to communicate, find and present information.

Learners will think of creative ways to share their findings with the wider community.

Learners are knowledgeable about their world around them and are beginning to use evidence when forming their views.

Learners will build their mental and emotional wellbeing by developing confidence and resilience through planned activities.

Weekly information in Dosbarth Derwen.

Gwybodaeth am yr wythnos yn y dosbarth derwen.

Reading

Children will need to bring their book into school every week. Please take time to read with your child daily , in short bursts, using the guided questions below to support them.

PE

Our Class PE day is every Thursday. We are term we are covering cricket and tennis, so please make sure your child has the appropriate clothing to participate.

Homework

Home will be set every Friday and is to be submitted by the following Thursday.

Homework tasks will usually include a Spelling activity, reading, time tables and additional tasks when they are relevant.

Croeso i Dosbarth Derwen

This is such an important year for our pupils in Year 6. In this final year at primary school, we will support and encourage them in the learning and activities they undertake, so they continue to develop as ambitious, curious and independent learners, and I know we can count on you to do the same, so that your child will have a happy and productive year.
Being a Year 6 pupil promotes independence and truly is the most memorable time in your child's primary years. It is a time to allow pupils to become aware of who they are as both learners and young adults while building on resilience, collaboration and communication skills that will stay with them lifelong. In Year 6, all pupils are valued as individuals and I am dedicated to motivating them to achieve their best. I know we are going to have lots of fun and exciting experiences in the process and I know that when our pupils leave they are equipped with the necessary skills for this ever-changing world.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school and I will return your call as soon as possible.

Many thanks,

Mr James

guided_reading_questions.pdf

Reading Questions

This document will hopefully help you when reading with your children. Take time to work through some of these questions and discuss the answers. Remember: It is all well and good being able to read fluently but understanding the text is what really makes reading enjoyable! Your child may be able to read the text well; fluent, accurate, steady pace, with expression. However, do they understand the context of what is happening? Are they able to make connections or make inferences about what the author is trying to convey? 3 or 4 questions either during or after your reading session will improve your child's reading and help them synthesize and evaluate what they have read.

Handwriting Patterns

Here are a variety of strategies to help your child practice their handwriting. Please make sure every single letter starts and ends at the appropriate position. (Please refer to the website for more support here).

J2E

J2E is a fantastic resource that your child has access to through their Hwb accounts. Every day your child will be practicing their times tables and spellings in a guided reading rotation, as well as through daily routines in their literacy and numeracy lessons. Many parents ask how they can best support their child at home. Not only is J2Blast a familiar starting point, it is also fun and engaging that will keep them entertained for hours!

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