Handwriting using lead ins
We have been practising our lead in in handwriting and ensuring that we are transferring these into our written work.
Computing - Coding
We have been using Scratch Jnr to create a musical instrument. Children have been using recording blocks and loops to create their unique algorithms.
Art - Painting and Mixed Media
In Art we have been learning how to create texture using a variety of materials. We studied our natural objects carefully to decide if they were smooth, crinkly, rough, spikey or smooth. We then used the various materials to recreate them in our art books. We used primary colours to mix secondary colours too so we had various shades of paint.
Science - Plants
In our first lesson of our new topic 'Plants' children worked scientifically making close observational drawings of different bulbs and seeds.
Maths - Money
In maths we have been exploring different ways of making an amount. Our knowledge of money and the value of each coin has really been deepened by using real money in practical ways during our lessons.
Art - Marvellous Maps
In this unit we studied 2D and 3D maps. We looked at how layering can be effective to create various features on the maps. Our 3D (Relief Maps) maps were inspired by the work of Emma Johnson.
DT - Ferris Wheels
This term in DT, we built on our knowledge of designing and making freestanding structures but this time including a moving part. We reviewed our previous learning about axles and stability and looked at what is needed to make a strong moving ferris wheel. After some research and design time, we began our making process. Sometimes we needed to follow step by step instructions but we also had to problem solve along the way to fix things when they were not quite working. We had lots of fun, we worked well in pairs showing good teamwork and were very proud of our final products.
Talk for Writing
This week we have been rehearsing our class story Jack and the Beanstalk. Children are now confident reciting the story orally purely from the story map.
We are working on setting description adding adjectives to create more detailed stories.