Mr Robert’s Year 6 Class

Mr. Roberts’ Year 6 Class

On this web page you can find out about all the exciting things taking place in Year 6!

Teacher: Mr. N. Roberts

Email: nroberts@victoriousacademies.org

Twitter: @DiscoveryMrR

Term: Autumn 2

Our learning this term:

Maths:

This half-term we will be continuing our work on division. Following this, we will be re-capping and broadening our knowledge of fractions.

English:

This half term will be looking at three text types: a newspaper report, a quest narrative, and poetry. The learning will be centred around ‘The Firework-Maker’s Daughter’ by Philip Pullman and A Christmas Carol.

Science:

Electricity – How do humans keep healthy?

History/Geography:

Creating a greener future – How can we create a sustainable planet?

In Geography, we will be discussing the impact we are having on our environment and explore ways to create a sustainable future, linking to our learning from Year 3.

Design and Technology:

Textiles- Combining different fabric shapes

In DT, we will be exploring how fashion can be more sustainable. We will be exploring fast fashion and designing and creating our own sustainable clothing.

RE:

Why do Christians believe Jesus is the Messiah?

In this unit, pupils will learn about the concept of ‘incarnation’ and how it fits within the big story of the Bible. They will study key texts that recount the story of Jesus’ birth and the links Christians make to Old Testament prophecies.

Computing:

Can I create a vector drawing?

In computing, we will look at how we can create graphics online. We will be using a range of drawing applications to create our own digital drawings using a range of tools.

Music:

How can different styles of music provide the same meaning and understanding?

In music this term, we will be looking at how music can be used in a formal style of music to convey a story, as opposed to an informal style.

Spanish:

In Spanish the children will be looking at activities we usually do at the weekend. These lessons will support the children with more fluid reading and writing in Spanish, as well as supporting their pronunciation.

PSHE/RSE

Our PSHE topic for this half term is ‘Safety First’. As we get older, we may be given more independence. This means we can help by taking responsibility for

keeping ourselves safe and making choices that help others too. We will explore how to assess risk, how to make informed choices based on experiences, and how to get a help from a trusted adult if needed.

General Class Information

PE:

PE is twice a week on a Monday and Friday.

Your child will participate in a dance lesson and sports/gymnastics lesson every week. It is normally expected for children to have a full PE kit kept in school at all times.

Children should not be wearing any jewellery including earrings for PE. If your child does wear earrings, please could you ensure they are taken out before school on Monday and Friday.

Homework

Task – 1 piece of home learning on google classroom or century which should be independent work and take 10/15 mins – to be completed by Wednesday the following week.

Additional tasks may be provided to support children in filling various gaps in their learning to meet the Year 6 Curriculum guidance.

Reading – The children will be given a reading journal for home. They will be given various reading books throughout the year and will be expected to read independently and complete tasks set out in the front cover of the book.

Times Tables Rock Stars – Children should continue to practice their times tables on TTRS, a minimum of 2 sessions a week (10 minutes). Various competitions will be set throughout the year.

KS1 and KS2 additional tasks (optional)

Any home learning that your children do independently which is additional to this (such as home projects, research, writing stories, practicing maths concepts etc.) will be rewarded with DoJo’s.

Snack:

Snack is to be a piece of fruit or a cereal bar. No chocolate, crisps or sweets are allowed.