This week in Year 4

We’ve been getting into the festive spirit by solving a series of exciting Maths Mysteries! Each mystery involved solving problems and puzzles related to Christmas. From decoding secret messages to using our maths skills to help Santa with his gift deliveries and even finding his missing hat, the class has been working hard to solve the festive challenges. It’s been a fun and engaging way to put our problem-solving abilities to the test while celebrating the season!

This week, we’ve also been learning about the importance of protecting the environment, particularly the Amazon rainforest. The children wrote persuasive letters to stop the chopping down of the Great Kapok Tree. Using strong arguments and emotional appeals, students argued why the tree is so important for wildlife and the planet. Their letters are a fantastic demonstration of their growing writing skills and passion for environmental causes!

In our design and technology lessons, we’ve been busy building the chassis for our slingshot cars. The children have been learning about the importance of structure and stability, and they worked in teams to create their car bases, using various materials. It’s been a fantastic exercise in teamwork and creativity, and we can't wait to see the finished cars in action after half term!

As always, the students have been enthusiastic and full of energy, and we are so proud of their hard work and dedication this week.

We wish you all a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,

Year 4 team

Home Learning this week:

MyMaths- 'Multiply single digits' task on MyMaths

Reading- Please ensure you are reading and recording this in your reading record

TTRockstars- How many points can you earn this week? Top 3 scores in every class will win dojos!