As always, it has been a full on fortnight in Year 4. 

In art, we have enjoyed learning different carving techniques. We have tried out these new skills on soap which was a challenging material to work with! However, the final Roman soap carvings were brilliant and the classrooms smelt lovely. We have also been moulding wire and using our whole bodies to draw chalk images on the playground. 

In science, we have started to explore more of the digestive system, with Mrs Campbell giving us a live demonstration of what happens in our body using a pair of tights, bananas, crackers, water, orange juice a tray and a cup. We will leave the rest there!

In Maths, we have moved on to learning about decimals. In PE, we have been learning lots of fast moves to Dolly Partons 9-5 and have thoroughly enjoyed studying Roman artifacts in history. Lastly, in English we have all loved bringing to life our own scripts based on Kensuke's Kingdom, they have been packed full of exciting scenes and very dramatic endings!

On Tuesday Year 4 were immersed in the world of Japan. 

They prepared and ate their own sushi, learnt to play the Taiko drums and perfected the delicate art of blossom painting. The whole day was dedicated to a series of enrichment activities aimed at bringing the topic to life outside the classroom. This included designing our own Kimonos based on the infamous artist Hokusai's instantly recognisable artwork and discovering interesting facts about the country itself. 

We hope everyone had a fantastic time and a special thank you to our two parent volunteers who taught us how to make shushi brilliantly. Marcus; thank you for chopping a lot of the vegetables!

What a brilliant start to the term you’ve all had! It’s been amazing to see the enthusiasm you’ve brought into the classroom, especially for our new class book. Everyone is totally hooked on Michael’s adventures across the glo

Year 4 has been a whirlwind of wonder, discovery, and magic! Here's a glimpse into the extraordinary adventures we’ve been on over the last two weeks:

Science

We've delved into the world of electricity, and it's been nothing short of magical! You’ve created glowing circuits using batteries, bulbs, and wires, uncovering the secrets of insulators and conductors. 

English

The world of Narnia has cast its spell over Year 4! Guided by the Golden Rules of speech, we’ve crafted enchanting conversations between the four Pevensie siblings as they step through the wardrobe. The book’s magic has clearly captured our imaginations—so much so that some of us have been peeking into wardrobes in search of our own doorway to adventure. Who knows? Perhaps Narnia awaits one of you!

Geography

Mountains have become a source of fascination. We’ve uncovered the mystery of mountain climates, learning how they are so different from the weather we experience every day. 

Maths

In the world of numbers, we’ve been wielding the power to multiply and divide by 10 and 100 like seasoned mathematicians. Paired with our dedication to mastering time tables, it's been a full fortnight of cracking time tables. 

Year 4 have had an outstanding first term, packed with new learning, exciting challenges, and enriching experiences!

In maths, we've tackled tricky column addition and subtraction, even solving multi-step word problems. In English, we've mastered the art of writing complex sentences, all while exploring fascinating stories about the ancient Greek gods and goddesses. Science has seen us dive into the water cycle, and thanks to a catchy song, we now understand it inside out. In art, we've unleashed our creativity, crafting powerful wax-resist prints, and in PE, we've become skilled rugby players.

History has transported us to Ancient Greece, where we've become true historians, uncovering the secrets of columns and artefacts from the era. In RE, we've delved deep into the religious values of Hinduism, broadening our understanding of different cultures and beliefs. And that’s just a taste of everything we've achieved!

Take a well-deserved break this half-term, rest up, and get ready to step through a certain magical wardrobe next term... who knows what adventures await!

We have been blown away by Year 4's writing this week. They have all written amazing descriptions of Theseus defeating the mighty Minotaur. They all used fronted adverbials, expended noun phrases and ambitious vocabulary. Make sure you look out for them in the Year 4 corridor when you visit. Just to give you a quick insight, read a snippet of Zachary's from 4C. 

With a quiver in his step, Theseus entered the ink-black labyrinth. Cautiously, he went through the haunted maze. With trepidation, he clutched onto a long piece of string hoping he wouldn't get lost. Ferociously, the monster charged at Theseus. He had no choice but to swing his weapon and kill it!