Literacy

Non-Fiction

To understand the distinction between fact and fiction, and notice the differences in writing styles.

To locate information, using contents, index, headings, sub-headings, bibliographies.

To compare the way information is presented, including ICT sources.

To read information passages and identify main points by underlining / highlighting.

To make a simple record of information from texts read.

To write simple non-chronological reports.

To experiment with recounting the same event in a variety of ways, eg. story, news report.

Y4 - To prepare for factual research.

To make short notes, using lists, diagrams, key words.

Collect information from a range of sources and present in one format.

History

6A The Romans

Why do people move? Invasion and settlement.

Place the Roman and Celtic periods in a simple chronological framework.

The Celtic and Roman way of life.

Materials used for homes, weapons etc.

Geography

9 - Village Settlers

Identify early settlement patterns, links between older settlements and the present landscape.

Understand features and materials needed to develop a settlement.

Recognise that places are connected to one another.

Art

4C - Journeys

Explore how signs, symbols and metaphors can be used to communicate ideas and meanings about a journey.  Produce mixed-media work, combining drawing, painting, collage or print-making techniques.

Learn about artists, craftspeople and designers who communicate their ideas through signs and symbols.

D.T.

4A - Money Containers / Bags.

Learn how textiles containers eg purses, wallets and belt bags are designed for different purposes and different users. 

Design patterns/templates, and join fabrics.

R.E.

Recount the main events from the life of Jesus and the life of Muhammad.

How Christianity came to Britain, link to history.

Ask questions and suggest answers relating to their own and others? experiences from life stimulated by the experiences in the lives of Jesus and Muhammad e.g. questioning, temptation.

Reflect on the deeper significance of Jesus? and Muhammad?s lives and identify ways in which they have influence on people?s lives today;

Class 3 Autumn Term (1) - 2003

Topic - Materials

Science

Investigation of different characteristics of materials.

Testing for different properties.

Why are materials chosen for specific uses?

Suitability for uses.

Investigate the best material for a Roman helmet / shield / home, etc.

Citizenship / PSHE

Who am I ?

Similarities and differences between people. Link to Roman Invasion.

Setting targets, recognising and developing abilities.

Face new challenges positively.

Being a good friend ? Link to RE ?  Christian belief that Jesus is a friend to everyone.

PE/Games

Invasion Games - Unit 1

Ball skills  for recognised games ? football.

Use skills and tactics suitable for attacking and defending.

Work with others to organise and keep the games going.

Swimming

Propel themselves in water using different swimming aids.

Use recognised arm and leg actions.

Begin to use a range of recognised strokes and personal survival skills.

ICT

Use of internet for research ? Romans (history), materials (science), Signs and symbols (art).

Word processing.

Videos ? Romans, settlements.

Interactive numeracy teaching programs.

Numeracy

Mostly planned separately.

Links to History ordering numbers (dates).

Links to materials weighing, measuring etc.

Links to Geography and Art ? routes.