Olive Class
Miss Darbourne, Abby, Elizabeth, Ida and Lynda welcome you to Year 3!
The children have settled back into school well after the half term holiday and are already busy with their learning. We can't wait to see what they learn in their final term as Year 3!
For information on our curriculum see here: https://www.twinoaks.lewisham.sch.uk/Learning/Curriculum/
Below is the full overview for this half term.
year 3 sum2 parent overview.pdf
Don't forget to log in to Google Classroom to find weekly homework and helpful links related to our learning. The children have their login and password in their green reading diary.
As always, if you have any questions, do not hesitate to speak to one of us.
Miss Darbourne, Abby, Elizabeth, Ida and Lynda
Reading
We are currently reading 'The Boy Who Grew Dragons' written and illustrated by Sara Ogilivie. When Tomas discovers a strange old tree at the bottom of his grandad’s garden, he doesn’t think much of it. But he takes the funny fruit from the tree back into the house – and gets the shock and delight of his life when a tiny dragon hatches! But what mischief will they get up to?
Andy Shepherd Website Recommended Reads for Year 3
We focus on 7 key reading skills - clarifying, predicting, questioning, making links, summarising, inferring and evaluating.
English
In English, we are learning about the structure and features of an explanation text. To help us imagine owning a robo-dog, we watched the short film 'Mr Hublot', in which the main character takes in and looks after a robot dog. We will use this knowledge to write an explanation text about a robo-dog and how it works. We will then plan and write our own explanation texts about different robot pets.
Wisp Read Aloud About Wisp Author Website - Zana Fraillon Illustrator Biography - Grahame Baker-Smith
Maths
In maths, we are learning about money. We are using £ and p notation and reading monetary values. We are learning to compare amounts and convert pounds and pence, as well as adding and subtracting amounts. We will use physical coins and notes and then move to other methods such as part-whole models and bar models. We will also use notes and coins to develop our understanding of giving and receiving change.
BBC Bitesize - Giving Change BBC Bitesize - Compare and Order Money BBC Bitesize - Estimating Money BBC Bitesize - Coin Values BBC Bitesize - Coin Combinations
Here is the National Numeracy PowerPoint shared with parents at the Maths workshop. All children have a maths sketchbook to complete their maths activities in. See the powerpoint for more details!
y3 maths workshop with parents 30 9 25 1 .pdf
Science
In Science, we are learning about the different parts of a plant and their functions. We will explore what plants need to live and grow, as well as learning about plant life cycles. We will investigate the way in which water is transported within plants and develop our scientific testing skills.
BBC Bitesize - The structure of flowering plants BBC Bitesize - What do plants need? BBC Bitesize - Plants and water BBC Bitesize - Why are plants important? BBC Bitesize - Pollination and seed spreadingBBC Bitesize - Working scientifically
History
In history we are learning about Britain's growing power during the age of exploration and the formation of the East India Company. We will explore how trade grew and the reasons people resisted British rule. We will discuss the transatlantic slave trade and what life was like under British rule. We will use our knowledge to examine the pros and cons of British rule and why many countries sought and still seek independence. We will consider ways in which Britain has influenced and been influenced by other countries. We will visit the Cutty Sark to learn more about global trade.
BBC Bitesize - How can I be a historian? BBC Bitesize - The Arrival of the Windrush Nat Geo Kids - British Empire Facts Newsround - What was the British Empire?
RE
In RE, we are learning about the Hindu religion and developing our understanding of their beliefs. We will learn about the importance of honesty and truthfulness in Hinduism, as well as their beliefs about Karma. We will also learn about their sacred texts and different symbols associated with Hinduism.
BBC Bitesize - What is Hinduism? BBC Bitesize - What is Diwali?BBC Bitesize - What is Holi?BBC My Life, My Religion - What is Hinduism? BBC My Life, My Religion - Simran and VrajOther useful websites:
Epic Reading This is a digital reading platform for children, which is free to access on weekdays 7am-4pm. The children will need our class code, which you can find below.
Times Tables Rock Stars Hit the Button Great websites for times tables practice.
Children have logins and passwords for these websites (including Google Classroom) in their green reading diaries.