This term, Apache have lots of exciting and interesting subjects to study.

Here are some highlights of what we will be learning …

In geography, this term we will start by using maps, atlases, globes and digital/computer mapping to locate countries. We will then focus our learning specifically on the UK and identify the countries that form it as well as identifying counties and big cities. We will then be learning about human and physical geographical similarities and differences between Oxfordshire, a county in the United Kingdom, compared with a region in Cyprus. We will be using Ordnance Survey Maps as part of this to learn more about the eight points of a compass. We will be taking the opportunity to carry out some fieldwork to observe and record the human and physical features in the local area.

In English this half term, our learning will be we are going to be learning about poetry then writing a non chronological report.  Whilst looking at poetry we will be using the book The Lost Words, to support our writing.  We will be comparing and contrasting different poems and ultimately writing our own poem using the identified features. Additionally, we will have specific grammar learning including prefixes and suffixes, specifcally ‘’-ous’  and ‘-ly’. Our second piece of writing will be linked to our geography lessons where we will be comparing the UK with Cyprus.

In D&T this half term, our learning will be closely linked with our science topic of Electricity.  Our focus will be on making circuits with bulbs and switches.  The children will make a wire loop game consisting of circuits with bulbs and switches.  We will start with the specification then investigate other loop games.  We will develop our electrical skills then design our game.

In maths, we will start this half term by continuing our learning on shape. We will be looking at polygons and symmetry within shapes. Following this, we will then move onto our final topics of the year which will include statistics, position, and direction. Within statistics, we will be exploring charts and graphs, with a view to interpreting them and drawing line graphs.

In addition to these topics, there will be regular times tables practise in readiness for the multiplication check in early June. Throughout their learning, the class will also have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in problem solving.

In our science topic this half term will be will be learning about electricity.  We will identify everyday appliances that run on electricity.  We will also look at what electricity is and find out where it comes from.  After that, we will look at what basic parts are needed in a simple series electrical circuit and identify common conductors and insulators.  The children will investigate how to make an electrical circuit with bulbs and switches.