Numeracy and Maths

In Numeracy, Primary 3 have been learning how to add 2-digit numbers using an empty number line. This strategy helps children to break numbers into smaller, manageable parts and build confidence with mental addition.

We practised making “jumps” along the number line, adding tens first and then ones. For example, when adding 34 + 25, we might jump +20 and then +5 to reach the final answer. This supports children in understanding how numbers work, rather than just memorising methods.

Using the empty number line has helped us develop our confidence, accuracy and flexibility when solving addition problems. The class have been working hard to explain their thinking and share different strategies with each other.

Literacy and English

This term, Primary 3 will be exploring our exciting topic of Ancient Egypt. The children will learn about daily life, pyramids, pharaohs, and the process of mummification. We will be developing our research skills by creating simple fact files, using child-friendly sources such as websites, books and videos to find key information.

We encourage pupils to share any books, videos or interesting facts they discover at home to support their learning.

IDL - Ancient Egyptians

Primary 3 have been learning about the importance of the River Nile in Ancient Egypt. We explored how the river was essential for everyday life, providing water, helping crops to grow, and supporting communities in a hot, dry climate.

To bring our learning to life, we created our own dioramas showing the River Nile and the surrounding land. We included features such as the river itself, fertile farmland, desert areas, and homes, helping us to understand why people settled near the Nile.

Through this creative activity, we developed our understanding of how the Nile supported farming, transport and daily life in Ancient Egypt. It was fantastic to see everyone’s creativity and effort, with each model showing thoughtful details linked to our learning.

Health and Wellbeing

This term, Primary 3 have been learning about families as part of our RSHP lessons. We explored how all families are different and special in their own way. Children shared ideas about who is important to them and the people who care for them.

Through discussion and activities, we have been learning that families can look different, but all families should be caring, supportive and help us feel safe. This links to our learning about respect, kindness and understanding others.

We also enjoyed creative activities such as drawing and talking about our own families, helping us celebrate what makes each of us unique.

This learning is part of Scotland’s RSHP programme, which supports children to build positive relationships and develop social and emotional wellbeing.

Numeracy and Maths

We are learning to:

• add 2/3 -digit numbers to 2/3 digit numbers (units within 10 and using partitioning.)

• remember fact families within 20

• add 2/3 -digit numbers to 2/3 digit numbers (units bridging 10 and using partitioning.)

• remember fact families within 20

• remember doubles and near doubles.

• identify and remember halves

• answer word problems in different ways using a Think Board

• solve multiplication problems using doubling using a Think Board

• solve division problems by sharing

• solve division problems by grouping into equal sets

• link division to current fractions focus (fractions of amount)

Beyond Number Focusses: Measurement and Fractions

We are learning to:

• estimate, measure and record length using standard units (cm / m)

• estimate, measure and record mass using standard units (g / kg)

• make and name equal parts up to 1/10

• identify equal parts

• estimate, measure and record area using squares

• estimate, measure and record capacity using standard units (ml / l)

• name fractions and understand fractional notation

• convert standard units of length / height (cm / m)

• convert standard units of mass (g / kg)

• count fractions

• read scales on measuring devices (cm, kg, ml)

• compare fractions using the terms bigger, smaller, larger

• find simple equivalent fractions

• calculate simple area using squared cm.

Literacy and English

We are learning to:

Reading

We are learning to:

• explore non-fiction texts 

• use the contents page to help me find the information that I need

• use what I have read to help me discuss aspects of a topic

• use what I have read to help me create texts

• discuss a text that we have been sharing as a class

• demonstrate my understanding by answering simple comprehension questions based on something that I have read

Writing

We are learning to:

• create a fact file

• create a poster

• design a postcard

• use a storyboard format write to display my learning

• write or draw to create a mind map, showing how much I have learned

Listening and Talking

We are learning to:

• discuss our topic with a partner and with our class

• discuss some facts about ancient Egypt

• listen for information and discuss what I have heard

• use the information that I have gathered by watching and listening, to help me create texts

• say what I already know, and share what I would like to find out about ancient Egypt

• discuss the process of mummification

IDL - Ancient Egypt

We are learning to:

• explain what is meant by ‘evidence’ in terms of information that helps us learn about the past

• explore

• images and video clips of ancient Egyptian artefacts and discuss with my

• partner

• discuss

• where we get evidence about the past from, and explore images of archaeologists

• as they carry out their work 

• explore

• timelines of ancient Egypt

• explore the

• important part that the River Nile played in people’s everyday lives

• explore

• scenes of daily life and talk about how our lives today are different

• discuss

• images of mudbrick homes and compare them to photographs of houses and homes in

• Scotland

• explore the

• role of pharaohs in ancient Egypt

• discuss

• some facts about Tutankhamun

• explore and

• discuss how some ancient Egyptian inventions impact on our lives today, for

• example, papyrus and ink

• use the

• Internet to search for information about Egypt’s climate and weather

• compare

• Egypt’s weather with Scotland’s weather.

Health and Wellbeing

PE Focus this term will be:

Athletics and Summer Games

In athletics we are learning to:

• select, adapt and perform a variety of running, jumping and throwing activities.

• demonstrate good hand/eye and foot/eye coordination

• make decisions about my performance in response to set criteria

• perform various running, jumping and throwing skills effectively and with control.

Through summer games we are learning to:

• discuss learning and identify strengths and next steps when using a parachute/other outdoor equipment within various games.

• show respect to others when providing relevant and constructive comments on performances.

• react and respond successfully when working in changing game situations.

• show confidence when giving ideas for developing team building activities and outdoor games.

Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenting

We are learning about:

• My family/All our families are different

• Feelings and safety

• Similarity, diversity and respect

• Keeping Clean

Literacy and English - Note Taking

In literacy, we have been working on our note-taking skills. The children have been learning how to pick out key information and then use their notes to write sentences in their own words. This has helped them to better understand what they are reading and to become more independent and thoughtful writers. 

Numeracy and Maths - Time

 In maths, we have been developing our understanding of time. We have been practising reading both analogue and digital clocks, with a focus on telling the time to 5-minute intervals. The children have been using practical activities and games to help build their confidence and accuracy. 

Outdoor Learning

During Outdoor Learning, we took part in the RSPB birdwatch challenge. The children enjoyed spending time observing the natural environment around our school, identifying different types of birds and recording what they saw. It was a fantastic opportunity to develop both their observation skills and their appreciation of nature. 

IDL - Space

In our IDL lessons, we have been exploring space, learning about the different planets in our solar system and their unique features. We have also discussed the role of astronauts and what it might be like to travel and live in space, sparking lots of curiosity and great questions from the class. 

Numeracy and Maths

Our focus in Numeracy during this term will be multiplication and division as well as money and time.

We are learning to:

• revise and extend learning to use a blank number line

• skip count in 3s and 4s

• multiplication: link skip counting to 3 and 4 times tables

• revise repeated addition and use for multiplication problems

• division: solve division problems using sharing and grouping

• time: revising o'clock and half past timings and extending our knowledge to quarter to and quarter past timings

• time: reading 5 minute intervals

• money: how much money I have up to £10

• money: add amounts up to £1

• money: working out change within £1

Literacy and English

This term we will continue to progress with our phonics/spelling and reading programmes.

We will be learning to:

Reading

We are learning to:

• read an increasing number of common/high frequency words, key reading words, core topic words and words of personal significance

•  use of punctuation such as question / exclamation marks and layout to help learners read with understanding and expression

Writing

We are learning to:

• use the Talk for Writing process to create an information leaflet about Stirling

• use persuasive writing

• use appropriate spelling and punctuation

• use appropriate images

• present our writing in a neat and legible way

Listening and Talking

We are learning to:

• listen and talk during discussions  through IDL links

• takes turns and contribute at the appropriate time when engaging with others in a variety of contexts 

• select and share ideas/information using appropriate vocabulary 

• recite Scots poem in a clear and audible voice

• demonstrate actions to accompany Scots poem

IDL - Scotland

We are learning to:

• use grid references to identify key features of a map

• listen and respond to a variety of Scots texts.

• identify the different local landmarks around Stirling.

• investigate the Scottish Artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh and participate in creating CRM inspired artwork.

• explore the variety of foods produced in Scotland, and to discuss the importance of different types of agriculture in the production of these foods. 

Health and Wellbeing

PE Focus this term will be:

Gymnastics and Ball Games

In Gymnastics we are learning to:

• travel in a variety of different ways

• use a variety of different balances independently and in pairs and groups.

• demonstrate different rolls

• create a simple sequence incorporating the different aspects of the skills we have learned.

Through ball games we are learning to:

• send and receive an object/ball

• demonstrate a variety of different passing techniques

• demonstrating  hand-eye co-ordination and accuracy

• demonstrate early teamwork and  communication

• demonstrate all skills through a variety of different ball games.

Christmas Party

Christmas Party

Making Snow Globes

Baking Truffles

We have been learning about Scottish Country Dancing in PE since we came back from our holidays. We have been practicing traditional dance steps, moving in time to music and working together with a partner or as a group.

Literacy

Reading

We are learning to:

• read and understand texts about the Nativity story or Christmas traditions

• read an increasing number of common/high frequency words, key reading words, core topic words and words of personal significance

•  use of punctuation such as question / exclamation marks and layout to help learners read with understanding and expression

Writing

We are learning to:

• use the Talk for Writing process to create a Christmas story

• use adjectives

• use nouns

• use pronouns

• present our writing in a neat and legible way

Listening and Talking

We are learning to:

• listen and talk during discussions or performances.

• takes turns and contribute at the appropriate time when engaging with others in a variety of contexts 

• select and share ideas/information using appropriate vocabulary 

Numeracy

Angles, Symmetry and Transformation

We are learning to:

• make full, half and quarter turns using the terms clockwise and anti-clockwise 

• find right angles

• use grid references to locate objects and places 

• recognise symmetry 

Numeracy

We are learning to:

• count forwards and backwards in 2s, 5s, 10s, 100s

• partition 3 digit numbers 

• order numbers up to 1,000 

• describe the order of things up to 30th 

• doubles and near doubles to add mentally 

• use number patterns and known facts to add and subtract 

• add and subtract multiples of 10 from 2-digit numbers

• add and subtract 2-digit numbers

• Mental Maths (daily focus)

• Problem Solving (weekly focus)

Health and Wellbeing

PE Focusses will be Scottish Country Dancing and Gymnastics

We will be learning about: 

Scottish Country Dance

• Coordination and Balance

• Musicality and Rhythm

• Spatial Awareness

• Teamwork and Cooperation

• Cultural Heritage

Gymnastics

• Balancing

• Rolls

• Travelling

• Jumping 

• Creating sequenced movements

I.D.L

IDL Topic – Christmas and the Nativity

We will be learning about:

• performing, acting, and using voice and movement in a Nativity play 

• creating art, crafts, and decorations 

• expanding vocabulary related to religion, celebration, and emotions. 

• writing Christmas Stories

• understanding the Christian story of the Nativity and its meaning.

•  understanding historical and cultural aspects of the Nativity story. 

• exploring values such as kindness, giving, love, and community. 

Literacy

Reading

We are learning to:

• Use visualisation skills

• Use questioning skills

• Use sequencing skills

• Use inference skills

• Activate background knowledge

• Use summarising skills

• Apply phonics knowledge on a daily basis

• Read aloud with fluency on a daily basis

Writing

We are learning to:

• Use colourful semantics to create our own sentences

• Write character descriptions

• Write diary entries

• Write a book review

• Develop our handwriting

Listening and Talking

We are learning to:

• Listen and respond in a respectful way

• Take part in class and group discussions

• Ask and answer questions about a text or topic area

• Use clear speaking voices to present our learning to an audience

Numeracy

2D and 3D Shape Topic

We are learning to:

• Recognise, name and describe 2D and 3D shapes and their properties

• Understand what tessellation means and create tessellating shape patterns

Numeracy

We are learning about:

• Estimation and rounding

• Place value – Numbers to 1000

• Ordering numbers

• Partitioning numbers

• Reading and writing numbers

• Counting forwards and backwards

• Addition and subtraction strategies

• Mental Maths (daily focus)

• Problem Solving (weekly focus)

Health and Wellbeing

Settling in

• Routines and expectations at Borestone Primary. How to be Ready, Respectful and Safe

We will be learning about the following Emotion Works topic areas: 

•  Emotions and friendships

•  Triggers

•  Behaviours

•  Body Sensations

•  Regulation Strategies

PE Focusses will be Physical Literacy Skills and Fitness

We will be learning about: 

•  Safety and expectations

•  Travelling

•  Sending and receiving

•  Object control

•  Working cooperatively

•  Fitness – Effects on the body and mind

I.D.L

IDL Topic – Rights and Responsibilities

We will be learning about:

• Class Charters

• UNCRC

• What rights young people have and the responsibilities that come with these rights.

• Our class novel, Matilda, and making links with our topic. We will be exploring characters and making connections through the text.

• Presenting our learning to an audience.