What a super week we have had in Year 4. The class have been enjoying our new collection of books in our class library! Our RE focus this week has been twofold. First we have been pondering on the faith of St. Peter and how he could recognise Jesus as the Messiah- the chosen one. Then children have been learning about their own statement of faith - the Nicene Creed.
In our Happy mind session this week, children learned all about the ‘happy hormone’ dopamine and how feeling happy helps us to concentrate, feel calm and centred.
In English, we have started to look at physical theatre and how body language, position and tone of voice can really capture an audience. We have also read more of our novel, the Butterfly Lion and have responded to it by writing a persuasive letter.
Children have really enjoyed maths this week. We have delved into the 3x table and then used this to understand the 6x table.
In Science, children learned about animal’s teeth and how the teeth of carnivores and herbivores differ.
In geography we are learning what can affect the Water cycle and what we can do about the rise in temperature.
Conversation starters
Science
Why do some animals have no canine teeth? What kind of teeth does your pet have?
My Happy mind
What is dopamine? How can we generate it?
Let’s Celebrate!
Going Green Certificate for TT Rockstars this week goes to Hugo, Isaac and Bea
Lunchtime awards: Lettie
Role model: Nathan
Marvellous Manners:
Flute stars this week: Rosa and Louie
French star goes to Louisa for super understanding of days of the week.
PE stars - Heath and Albert for amazing swing throws.
This week, the learning certificate goes to Martha. Another double whammy certificate SAdie Spider/Lizzie Ladybird. I am really impressed with how reflective you are beig about your own learning. You have discussions with me openly about how you need to improve and you are taking steps to do so. Your hard work in lessons means you are getting better and better.
Virtues
This half term are virtues are faith filled and hopeful. Full of faith in themselves, God and others and full of hope in each moment as a precious gift from God. This week Nathan receives the star for being so full of joy and hope. Nathan you said this week you are grateful that you are alive! I can tell that you appreciate all you have.
Notices
EARLY START! Oracy Symposium at the Grand Theatre - Monday 3rd February. We will be setting off at 9:00 on the dot. Please could you be sure to arrive for 8:45am. Year 4 will be attending this event to help us practise our speaking and listening skills and debating skills.
Wednesday 12th February Year 4 children going to watch ‘Aladdin’ at St Bedes.
Shakespeare Playmaking festival Thursday 20th March - extra details.
The day before the festival, children will turn up as normal at school and will go to the Grand for a tech rehearsal. On Thursday 20th March they will be at the Grand all day and in the evening. However, you will need to pick them up and take them for their tea on this day - usually this is at approximately 2:30 to bring them back for 5:00 at the Grand theatre stage door for the evening show. These times may slightly change but please begin to arrange who will pick them up and drop them off. Nearer the date, I will send an online form asking you to state who is picking up/dropping off.
Enjoy the real live Tempest with your family this weekend!
Mrs Lyons and Miss Bray