Welcome to Poplar Class!

We have an action-packed year ahead as we explore inspiring new topics, strengthen our skills and work together as a team. This page lets you see an overview of the exciting things we will be learning in each subject, so you can share in your child's educational journey.

Here is a little look at what we will be studying over the coming weeks...

English

In Year 4, we will continue to build a love of reading and writing through a wide range of engaging texts and creative activities. Children will develop their reading fluency and comprehension skills by exploring stories, poems and information texts, discussing characters, themes and vocabulary. In writing, children will learn to plan, draft and edit their work, using imaginative ideas and developing understanding of grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Maths

In Maths, we will be strengthening our number skills and building confidence in key areas. This half term, children will be developing their mental multiplication and division strategies, as well as learning written methods for multiplication. Children will also explore measurement by working with length and perimeter, and develop their understanding of statistics by interpreting and presenting data using different graphs and charts. Throughout our lessons, we will have a focus on the times tables to prepare for the multiplication check towards the end of Year 4.

Science

This half term we will explore sound, learning how vibrations create sounds, how they travel and how pitch and volume are affected. Children will develop their scientific skills by investigating, observing and recording their findings.

History

In our History lessons this half term, we will be learning about the Ancient Egyptians. Children will explore why this civilisation was was so successful, examine different types of evidence and understand what the pyramids reveal about Ancient Egyptian life.

Music

This half term in Music, children will be learning to play the glockenspiel. They will explore the language of music while developing their playing skills through a range of engaging musical activities.

French

In French this half term, children will learn the language skills and vocabulary to order at a French café. They will practice asking for drinks and food, making choices and requesting the bill, building confidence in speaking French in real-life situations.

Art 

In our Art lessons, children will continue to develop their artistic techniques and creativity through experimenting with different materials. They will explore patterns, reflection and symmetry to create unique and imaginative artwork.

Computing

In Computing this term, children will focus on collaborative learning. They will use online tools to work together, developing their understanding of the importance and benefits of digital collaboration, while also improving their word processing and editing skills.

PE

On Tuesdays:

• Challenging Collaboration - children will learn why they need to work as a team to beat an opponent using effective collaboration skills.

On Thursdays:

• Dance with Mr Glenn - children will develop their coordination, rhythm and creativity.

RE

In RE, we will be considering the question: Why is the Bible important for Christians today? The children will learn about its significance, teachings and how it guides the lives of Christians.

PSHE

In PSHE, we will be learning about keeping and staying healthy. Discussions will help the children to develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead safe, healthy and happy lives, now and in the future.

Thank you for your continued support,

Miss Speight, Mrs Bond and Mrs Higham

(The Year 4 Team)