We’ve had a very busy week in Year 4. Children have been discussing all about their new classes for next year whilst being busy making sure they have an excellent last two weeks in Year 4.

Here’s a look at what we’ve been learning about this week:

Maths
This week, we have learned how to convert between pounds and pence, compare amounts of money, and calculate and solve problems with money. We then completed our end of unit assessment which demonstrated that the children had understood the topic securely.

English
In English, we have consolidated our knowledge of time adverbials before writing the introduction and first paragraph of our newspaper report. It has been great to see a wide range of adverbials and vocabulary in use.

Reading
This week’s reading sessions have focused on Chapter 2 of our text, Pony in the Dark. The children worked well independently this week particularly on the vocabulary questions.

Geography
This week, we have looked at the impact of mining on the Rotherham area – both positive and negative. Children created their own arguments for both and debated their opinions.

PE
In PE, the children did brilliantly in the water safety session at swimming this week and they enjoyed implementing their cricket skills in a competitive game environment.

Science
We completed our end of unit assessment on Living Things and Their Habitats having looked at the positive impact humans can have on the lives of animals.

Art
We completed our final pieces linked to the technique and work of Georgia O’Keeffe. The children were proud of the results.

Music

We have listened to and appraised the song ‘Lean on Me’ and the children have practised singing in separate groups.

 
Special Mentions

Congratulations to our special mention children this week: Allan and Tadisa (4H), and Josh and Lorissa (4P). A big well done to all of you!