Autumn 2
Autumn 2: Weekly Timetable
What are we learning about this term?
Term 2 (Autumn 2) 2024
Maths
The children will continue to expand their understanding of numbers to 1000. They will also compare and order numbers to 1000 and learn to count in 50s.
We will then begin our Addition and Subtraction topic which will continue into the following term.
Through this term, pupils will recap 2x tables and learn the 4x tables.
English
Our literary theme this term is ‘Dreams and Curiosity’, this theme will be explored through the texts; The BFG by Roald Dahl, and The Tin Forest by Helen Ward. Pupils will have the opportunity to read, discuss and share opinions on the texts whilst also having the opportunity to respond to the text through their creative writing. This will include retellings of stories, writing persuasive texts and diary entries.
History
Following on from the pupils’ work on the Stone Age, they will gain a further understanding of the early history of Britain this term by focussing on The Romans. They will learn why their army was so powerful, the extent and success of The Roman Empire and the impact their culture had on modern Britain.
Science
Our Science topic this term is Forces and Magnets. Through this topic will gain an understanding of a few scientific forces such as gravity and friction. Following this, our focus will be on magnetism. The topic will culminate in pupils designing and making their own magnetic games.
Art
In Art, pupils will be developing their abilities as painters through exploring how shapes, textures, patterns and lines can impact their work. This topic will see them create work which combines elements of pointillism, colour mixing and printing.
RE
Pupils will begin looking at the traditional meaning of Christmas and what Christmas means to Christians.
PSHE
In PSHE the children will be learning about safe relationships then respecting ourselves and others.
PE
This term our PE days are Wednesday and Friday. On these days can your child please come to school wearing their PE kit.