Year 6

What we will be learning this term:

English: We will be writing narratives which focus on suspense. Our core text (which we will read as a class) is The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman.

Maths: We will be focusing on fractions throughout Spring 1. We will be revisiting previously taught concepts and will be learning how to multiply and divide fractions. We will then be using this knowledge to problem solve within a range of contexts. Please remember to support your child with their use of Mathletics and Times Tables Rockstars.. If your child needs more tasks, please speak to their class teacher.

Reading: As well as our core text, The Graveyard Book, we will be reading a range of non-fiction texts linked to the topics children are studying, extracts from our class novel and extracts from The Landlady in preparation for the following term. Please encourage your child to read for at least 20 minutes per day and discuss what they have read with them. Some great novels are: The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd, Holes by Louis Sachar and A Place Called Perfect by Helena Duggan.

Science: Our Science topic is ‘Electricity’. Children will be learning about where electricity comes from, how to make their own working circuits and how burglar alarms work.

RE: Our RE topic is Humanism and we will be exploring their beliefs around happiness and the meaning of life. We will also be learning about what humanists do to support each other and the members of their community.

Art: Is graffiti wrong? We will be discussing this question while learning about notable graffiti artists and creating our own graffiti image that portrays a thoughtful or political message.

PE: Athletics and Yoga.

Computing: We will explore the importance of IP addresses, discuss what digital footprints are and consider how to protect ourselves whilst online.

PD: Our topic is ‘Goals and Dreams’. Children will be taking part in a range of talks and discussions about what the future holds for them; they will be considering their aspirations and will have the chance to find out about a range of jobs that are available to them.

If you want to speak to someone about the Year 6 curriculum please contact the Year 6 Team Leader, Miss Haigh, who will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

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