Welcome to our class page, below you will find plenty of useful information regarding the work in Year 3. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know via Class Dojo. I look forward to working with you and your child this year.
Warm Regards,
Mrs Hughes
Summer Term 2024
Remembrance – The Victorians – Victorian Toys
Big Question:
Narrative: This term we will be looking at the Victorians, with a focus on Victorian toys. Throughout the unit, children will start by delving into the world of Victorian toys, learning about the simple, handmade items that entertained children over a century ago. They will engage in hands-on crafting activities, such as making paper dolls and thaumatropes, while developing their understanding of historical contexts and fine motor skills. This exploration fosters curiosity about the past, enhancing their historical awareness and creativity. Next, students will compare Victorian toys to their modern counterparts, using Venn diagrams and engaging in discussions about the role of technology in today’s toys. This process builds analytical and comparative skills, as they identify how toys have evolved and reflect on the benefits and drawbacks of technological advancements. They will develop communication and collaboration skills through group discussions and presentations, making connections between past and present. As the unit progresses, students will critically examine the impact of modern screen-based toys and increased screen time on their well-being. Through debates, guest speakers, and reflective writing, they will develop their oracy, persuasive writing and critical thinking skills. By tracking their own screen time and reflecting on their habits, they will become more self-aware, considering how screen time affects their health and relationships.
Rights of the Child:
Article 28 Right to an Education
Article 12 Right to be heard
Article 19 Right to be safe Article 14 Right to follow your own religion
Important Information
PE
PE is currently on Thursday, we ask that children come to school wearing their appropriate PE clothes which they will remain in all day so no need to bring a change of clothes.
Water bottles/ Snack
Please could every child bring in a water bottle to drink from during the day. They may also bring a piece of fruit/ snack for playtime. We also offer toast with either butter or jam for the cost of £1.50 per week or £10 for the whole half term. Please could money be brought into class in an envelope.
Reading at home
Children will take home their reading record and books daily and they will be changed on a Friday. Please could you take some time to listen to your child read and write a comment in the reading record. Instructions on how to use the reading record for those children reading Read Write Inc books are stuck on the inside cover of the record.
Login information
At school, children regularly login to websites, which can also be accessed at home, to help practice and strengthen key skills including maths, reading and ICT. Login details can be sent home via Class Dojo so please get in touch if you would like those details.
TT Rockstars – Times Tables Practice
Reading Eggs – Reading Practice
HWB – ICT programmes on hwb that children can access
Maths
Please press the link to the White Rose Maths scheme to watch videos of what we are learning in Maths. We are currently focusing on place value this term.
Here are some extra links to help support maths learning at home:
Welsh Language Patterns / Patrymau Cymraeg
For full list: Welsh Language Patterns
| Pwy wyt ti?
Who are you? | … dw i.
I am … |
| Beth ydy dy enw di?
What is your name? | … dw i.
I am … |
| Sut wyt ti?
How are you? | Dw i’n …
I am … |
| Ble wyt ti’n byw?
Where do you live? | Dw i’n byw yn …
I live … |
| Oes … gyda ti?
Have you got … ? | Oes. / Nag oes.
Yes. / No. |
| Oes … gyda ti?
Have you got … ? | Oes, mae … gyda fi.
Yes, I’ve got … |
| Oes … gyda ti?
Have you got … ? | Nag oes, does dim … gyda fi.
No, I haven’t got … |
| Ga i … os gwelwch yn dda?
Can I have … please? | Cei. / Na chei.
Yes. / No. |