Goosehill Year 4 Medium Term Planning Spring 2
CurriculumArea / Learning Objectives / Learning Opportunities / Expected Outcomes
Reading / ● To listen to and discuss a wide range of fiction and non-fiction texts.
● To discuss words and phrases that capture the reader’s interest and imagination.
● To draw inferences and justify them with evidence, predicting what might happen from details stated and implied.
● To discuss books that they have read and listened to, taking turns to share thoughts.
· To comment on patterned language and its effect. / · Take part in group reading and class discussion of “Kenzuke’s Kingdom” by Michael Morpurgo.
· Read and discuss various forms of newspaper articles and use them to inform their writing.
· To take part in group reading sessions discussing effective language and forming personal opinions on the text. / · Be able to use vocabulary of parts of speech
· Be able to find words in a dictionary /thesaurus
· Identify and be able to imitate features
· Identify and understand similes and metaphors
· Children to be motivated to read independently and to write their own Roald Dahl style work
· Be able to draw a picture, fill in a table or label a diagram to show understanding of what has been read
Writing / · To know the features of a newspaper.
· To plan and write newspaper reports on various topics.
· To use direct and reported speech.
· To collect information about an event
· To write texts with well balanced beginning, middle and end. / · Children will analyse newspapers – identifying the features and the 5 ws.
· Children will take the role of reporters on a murder case – collecting information, eye witness report and photographs.
· Children will plan and write their own report on the murder / · Children will be able to explain what are the important features of a newspaper report.
· They will be able to use a formal journalistic tone within their report.
· They will be able to describe the difference between reported and direct speech and use each in their own writing.
Maths / · To rehears multiplication and division facts for 6x, 7x, 9x, 11x and 12x tables (as well as previous 2x, 5x, 10x, 3x, 4x, 8x)
· To consolidate written methods for addition and subtraction.
· To measure length using appropriate equipment and units of measure.
· To be able to read the time on a 12 and 24 hour clocks.
· To solve problems involving adding and subtracting time.
· To describe the properties of common 2D and 3D shapes. / · Children will be using real life contexts and situations to apply their measuring skills.
· Children will be challenged to complete different problems by selecting the most appropriate tool and units of measure.
· Children will be making 3D models of shapes and labelling them with their properties. / · Children will be more secure in the written methods of addition and subtraction including carrying and exchanging.
· Children will be able to solve one and two steps problems by selecting the appropriate operation.
· Children will be able to read the time on both 12 and 24 hour clocks accurately.
· Children will be able to add and subtract time with some children bridging the hour.
Computing / · -Select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices.
· -Use search technologies effectively.
· -Design and create a range of content which accomplishes given goals / · Research a given topic or subject using online search engines and encyclopaedias.
· Produce a PowerPoint presentation based on research.
· Locate images online, edit using photo software and import into presentation.
· Use green screen on iPads to produce a video report.
· Create talking information posters using iPads - aurasma / Ch will select appropriate software to retrieve information.
Ch will use appropriate keys words to use within search engines to find info effectively.
Ch will produce a news report using a range of digital resources.
Ch can explain the benefits of using different digital resources.
Science / To understand how electricity flows around a circuit.
To know the different electrical components used in circuits and their symbols.
To name and group different electrical conductors and insulators.
To investigate different types of switches.
To investigate series and parallel circuits and their impact. / Children make simple circuits using various components.
Ch will investigate materials suitable for Spiderman’s costume.
Ch will use different materials to make a variety of switches ( push, flick..)
Ch will apply their knowledge to design and make an electrical game. / To know the electrical symbols for a cell. Switch, bulb, buzzer, motor and wire.
Children can explain the difference between a series and parallel circuit. Ch can describe the effect of each type of circuit.
Ch will be able to draw an accurate diagram of simple circuits.
Ch will use correct scientific vocabulary in their explanations.
Ch will produce a game using their knowledge of electricity.
Ch will be able to identify when a circuit will or will not work.
History / To Understand who the Saxons were and where they came from including where they invaded from
To understand the names and locations of Saxon settlements.
To understand where how the Anglo Saxons lived.
To understand the Saxon religion.
To understand the impact of their rulers – Alfred the Great. / Children will analyse maps and locate Saxon settlements.
Children will design and make Saxon style houses and buildings.
Children will recreate significant Saxon objects – shields, weapons…
Children will undertake independent research. / Ch will be able to explain who the Saxons were and where they came from with possible reasons why.
Ch will be able to describe the daily life of a Saxon
Ch will be able to name some Saxon place names.
Ch will know the basics behind the Saxon religion.
Ch will name some key important figures from the Saxon rule in Britain.
Geography / NA this term
Art / To use varied materials to create 3D models.
To investigate patterns and designs from saxon culture using sources of evidence.
To evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design. / Design and make a Saxon shield.
To make 3D models of Saxon homes using a variety of materials.
To create artwork using saxon patterns and designs including illuminated letters. / Ch adapt materials and apply them with precision and control to achieve work of a high standard.
Ch will plan, analyse and evaluate and 3d model that resembles a typical saxon home.
Ch will use patterns similar to the Saxon era to create their art.
DT / · To plan and design a electrical game.
· To use various materials effectively to suit the purpose.
· To use cutting and joining skills within their project.
· To make design choices in order for the final product to be aesthetically pleasing.
· To evaluate a final product and suggest improvements. / · Children will design and make an electrical match up game using complete and incomplete circuits.
· Children will evaluate their own product. / · Children apply and use their knowledge of conductors/ insulators/ and complete/ incomplete circuits to make their product.
· Children will have a working game that produces a light when a correct match up is completed.
PHSE / · To develop confidence and responsibility
· To develop teamwork skills.
· To identify and utilise people’s strengths within a team. / Continue their roles as school buddies.
To take part in activities where ch have to work in small groups to achieve a goal. / Ch understand the importance of taking turns and sharing ideas.
Ch are able to appreciate the ideas of their class mates.
All ch are able to take an active role in group work.
Ch understand that everyone is equal and everyone has the right to contribute ideas.
Music / BBC 10 pieces
To appraise the 10 pieces using musical vocabulary.
Use Italian terminology to describe shapes.
Use pieces to inspire own compositions
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Learn how to compose using a graphic scale.
Use and control dynamics including written instructions. / Composing music in small groups
Compose stimulus storylines
Write own rhythms using notations. / Ch will be able to give opinions on the pieces of music using correct terminology.
Children will be able tpo compose their own piece based on the 10 BBC pieces.
French / · Listen and respond to spoken language
· Engage in conversation, songs, questions and answers. / Vocab – family, how to describe family members, gender specific statements eg ‘he is tall’, ‘she is blonde’, revision of numbers to 30, new numbers to 50. / Name at least 6 members of extended family and be able to take part in conversations to describe a particular family member
PE / · To develop athletic skills including short and long distance run, throws and jumps.
· To understand how the body changes during exercise.
· To understand the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle. / Children will take part in athletic activities at Chantry Middle School.
There will be opportunities to participate competitively.
Children will record their time and measure their distances. / · Children will be able to choose the most appropriate throwing and jumping technique (overarm/ underarm).
· Children will use appropriate running speed depending on distance.
· Children will be able to evaluate different techniques and suggest improvements (self and peer)
RE / · Christianity – the role of Jesus.
· To understand the significance of Jesus within Christianity.
· To know the Easter story and its significance to Christianity. / Ch retell the story through role play and drama.
Ch will create story boards depicting the story. / Ch will be able to confidently retell the Easter story.
Ch will understand and explain who Jesus was and his role within the Christian religion.
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