MOORFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL-YEARLY CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

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regular basis for homework opportunities.Use books or the internet to research the Anglo Saxons and Vikings.

regular basis for homework opportunities. Discuss and look at maps with your children to discover places in Europe and the World.

regular basis for homework opportunities. Visit Bramall Hall, Little Moreton Hall or Tatton Park to find out about the Tudors in our local area.

English In writing we will be developing the following skills: spelling two syllable words ; knowing the meaning of common homophones; spelling regular and irregular verb endings; knowing the terms prefix and suffix; planning and editing ; writing sentences using a range of connectives, interesting vocabulary, adverbs and adjectives.In reading we will be developing the following skills: using dictionaries ;explaining the meaning of words in context; asking questions to improve understanding of a texts; retrieving and recording information from non-fiction texts.In speaking and listening we will be developing the following skills: varying our use and choice of vocabulary depending on the audience and purpose; performing poems or plays; expressing ideas about characters.

In writing we will be developing the following skills: spelling words with common endings: -ight, -ous, -ough, -ly; distinguishing between endings –cian, -ssion, -tion, -sion; using and punctuating direct speech; using commas after fronted adverbials; using apostrophes; organising paragraphs around a theme; planning and editing stories with a clear structure, setting, characters and plot;In reading we will be developing the following skills: inferring meanings from the text; predicting what might happen ; identifying some text type organisational features, for example, narrative, explanation.In speaking and listening we will be developing the following skills: presenting writing to an audience;justifying answers with evidence; proposing and discussing possible explanations and questions.

In writing we will be developing the following skills: using and spelling words with the prefixes, -un, -dis, -mis,- in; distinguishing between the suffixes –sure and –ture;; using different sentence openers; recognising that a combination of good adjectives, similes and metaphors may help create a powerful image of the characters they are writing about.In reading we will be developing the following skills: explaining why text types are organised in a certain way; skimming, scanning and organising non- fiction information under different headings;In speaking and listening we will be developing the following skills:commenting on the language used in arguments and debate; reflecting on and evaluating dramatic presentations and those of others;

Mathematics

In mathematics we will be developing our number fluency through: : recognising place value in a four-digit number, comparing and rounding numbers, counting forwards and backwards in multiples of a given number, identifying Roman numerals, developing our understanding of fractions and decimals and regular practice of multiplication and division facts.In geometry and measures we will be developing our skills in: classifying geometric shapes, identifying acute and obtuse angles, recognising symmetry and plotting coordinates on a 2D grid.

In mathematics we will be developing our number fluency through: mental calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), using formal written methods to add, subtract and multiply where appropriate, solving problems and regular practice of multiplication and division facts. We will further develop our understanding of place value and estimating/approximating.In geometry and measures we will be developing our skills in: presenting data using graphs and solving problems using information presented in graphs.

In mathematics we will be developing our number fluency through: further developing our understanding of fractions and decimals and solving problems related to fractions, measure and money. We will continue to practise multiplication and division facts. We will further develop our skills with mental and written calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).In geometry and measures we will be developing our skills in: estimating and measuring time, length, perimeter, area, weight, capacity and converting between different units of measure (e.g. km to m).

Science We will be covering the following areas to develop our scientific skills in Physical Processes-Physics: Electricity: Identifying common appliances that run on electricity; constructing a simple electrical circuit, identifying and naming its basic parts, including cells, wires, bulbs, switches and buzzers; recognising some common conductors and insulators.

We will be covering the following areas to develop our scientific skills in Physical Processes-Physics: Sound: Identifying how sounds are made; recognising that vibrations from sounds travel through a medium to the ear; recognising that sounds get fainter as the distance from the sound source increases.We will be covering the following areas to develop our scientific skills in Materials-Chemistry: States of Matter: Comparing and grouping materials together, according to whether they are solids, liquids or gases; observing that some materials change state when they are heated or cooled.

We will be covering the following areas to develop our scientific skills in Life and Living Processes- Biology: Animals including Humans: identifying and describing the functions of the human digestive system;identifying the different types of human teeth and their functions.We will be covering the following areas to develop our scientific skills in Life and Living Processes- Biology: Living Things and Their Habitats: constructing and interpreting a variety of food chains, identifying producers, predators and prey; recognising that living things can be grouped in a variety of ways.

RE We will be studying the following faiths/religions/festivals:Islam (The Prophet Muhammad)Christianity (The early life of Jesus)

We will be studying the following faiths/religions/festivals:Judaism (The story of Moses/Passover)The Synagogue,

We will be studying the following faiths/religions/festivals:Religious BuildingsChristianity (The Church)

Computing

In computing we will be developing the following skills: Word Processing and Multimedia: evaluating a range of electronic multimedia; planning the structure and layout of documents/ presentations; selecting and import graphics from digital cameras, graphics

In computing we will be developing the following skills: Programming: Using Espresso coding and Scratch software; creating a background and sprite for a game; creating a 3D digital world for a game with land, water and scenery; designing, writing and debugging

In computing we will be developing the following skills: Data: Graphing:entering data and using it to create a range of graphs; comparing how different graphs can be used for different purposes; searching a branching database.

packages and other sources; comparing different forms of internet communication.Ongoing skills: Internet and E safety: using technology safely, respectfully and responsibly;

programs.

Ongoing skills: Internet and E safety: using technology safely, respectfully and responsibly.

Ongoing skills: Internet and E safety: using technology safely, respectfully and responsibly;

History and Geography

We will be developing the following skills in History: developing a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history.The time in history that we will be studying is: Britain’s settlement by The Anglo Saxons and the Viking Invasion.

We will be developing the following skills in Geography: Europe: locating the world’s countries, using maps to focus on Europe (including the location of Russia);using maps, atlases, globes and digital/computer mapping to locate countries to build their knowledge of the United Kingdom and the wider world.

We will be developing the following skills in History: developing a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history.The time in history that we will be studying is: A local History Study-The Tudors

Art, design and technology

We will be developing the following skills: Collage, drawing and observational skills.We will be learning about the work of: The Anglo Saxons and Vikings including the Lindisfarne Monks.

We will be developing the following skills: Designing, modelling and drawing skills.We will be learning about the work of: Furniture designers, Van Gogh.

We will be developing the following skills: Drawing and painting skills. Developing the use of pattern.We will be learning about the work of: Tudor Artists, Escher.

Gymnastics dance and games.

We will be developing the following skills in dance:Individual work, paired work, group work, making sequences to create a dance linked to science topic of electricity.

We will be developing the following skills in gymnastics:fluency, body tension, dynamic, performance and extension in jumping, rolling and balancing.4KW – Circuit training, 4KB – Swimming.

We will be developing the following skills in summer games: running, jumping and throwing, catching, hitting and planning strategies to do well as an individual and as part of a team.4KB – Circuit training, 4KW – Swimming.

Music Developing our skills and performance both in singing and in playing instruments

Developing our skills and performance both in singing and in playing instruments

Developing our skills and performance both in singing and in playing instruments

MFL We will be; building up our vocabulary in French through stories, songs and rhymes. To be able to read and write simple sentences.

We will be; building up our vocabulary in French through stories, songs and rhymes. To be able to read and write simple sentences

We will be; building up our vocabulary in French through stories, songs and rhymes. To be able to read and write simple sentences

PSHE We will be developing the following skills: Developing our individual strengths and exploring our feelings. Understanding the importance of rules in school and society.

We will be developing the following skills: Identifying techniques for getting on with others/friendship skills. The importance of making healthy and responsible choices.

We will be developing the following skills: Identifying changes that take place as we grow up and people who can help us. Setting future targets and goals.