Rivers
We will learn that rivers and river systems, are dynamic; changing the landscape in visible and at times dramatic ways. We will begin by examining the journey of a river through its upper, middle and lower course; from its source in the mountains, through the meanders of flatter land, to the estuary and its mouth.
Quality Text: Queen of the Falls
We read ‘Queen of the Falls’ as our quality text and discover an inspiring character who resolves to find fame and fortune by being the first person ever to go over the thundering waters of Niagara Falls in a barrel.
English
Poetry: Haiku
Narrative: Setting & Character
Non-fiction: Biographies
Art & Design:
Collage (Water – Eileen Downs)
Religious Education:
Christianity What do I think about Jesus and how is he portrayed in are around the world?
Maths:
Number (Fractions) & Measurement (Time)
Music:
Bringing Us Together (Disco)
Science:
Animals, including Humans (Skeletons & Muscles)
Computing:
Branching Databases
History:
British Empire – The Civil War
PSHEE:
Wider World
Essential Skills:
Problem Solving & Listening
Physical Education:
Games: Net/Wall (Tennis) & Judo
French:
Transport
No Outsiders:
Beegu
Enrichment Opportunities:
School Visit from United Utilities Day Visit to Local River
Design & Technology:
Cooking and Nutrition – Health and Varied Diet