Year 4

In Science this half term, our topic is ‘electricity’. We will be learning how to make a circuit as well as what needs to be added to ensure the circuit works. We will then answer the question: "What happens when you turn on the switch of an appliance?"

This half term we will be comparing the human and geographic features of two locations, Greece and the UK. We will research what similarities and differences exist between Greece and the UK that reflect their diverse geographies and cultures.

In Computing, year 4 will be looking into how network devices make up the internet. They will learn this through outlining how websites can be shared via the World Wide Web (WWW), describing how content can be added and accessed on the World Wide Web & evaluating the consequences of unreliable content

RE learning will focus on the places of worship within Christianity. Children will discuss the question, 'What does it mean to be part of a Christian community?' by learning about how places of worship create a sense of belonging. The children will have the opportunity to identify the role of the priest and discuss the art works within churches. 

This half term in PE, children will be taking part in multi skills activities. Children will be using different equipment and team building skills throughout the lessons. 

The first part of our half term will be focused on Food Fortnight where will be learning about and making Greek meze. We'll be tasting hummus, tzatziki, feta and green olives.

The second half of our DT unit will be focussed on create mosaics inspired by the Ancient Greeks.

This half term children will be focusing and singing songs around the the theme of, ' Exploring feelings when you play'. Children will practice and rehearse a number of songs. We will then begin to prepare for our Christmas concert. 

In French, the children will be learning key vocabulary they can use to describe themselves. They will use this language to have conversations with their peers. 

In RHE, children will be learning about health and well being. Children will create a well being toolkit as part of their global learning outcome. Children will explore different relaxing techniques and identify what is important to them.