Welcome to Ravens 

Class Teacher - Mr O Brazier

LSP - Mrs Harris

LSP - Mrs Sandhu

email:     class.ravens@burnttree.sandwell.sch.uk

Our Learning

Spring Term

Maths
During the spring term, we will begin by learning about ratio, followed by algebra. We will also cover fractions, decimals and percentages, area, perimeter and volume. We will end the term by learning about statistics. We will continue to develop our arithmetic skills and times table knowledge. Please use Times Table Rock Stars at home to keep practising.

English
Our term starts with thinking about winter and writing a setting description. We will then be using 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' to inspire a range of writing, including a diary entry and a formal letter. We will be continuing to develop our spelling, punctuation and grammar skills over the term.

Reading
In reading, our text of the term is 'Wonder' by R. J. Palacio. This is a fantastic text with some challenging themes that will allow for some excellent discussion and learning. The children will also be identifying and defining unfamiliar vocabulary to support their understanding of the text. This will be further developed by answering a range of questions about the text.

We will also read a wide range of other texts throughout the term to ensure that the children are exposed to a wide range of authors and genres.

Science
Our science topic this term is the circulatory and respiratory systems. In this topic, children will investigate the effects of exercise on the heart, as well as the need for a healthy diet and lifestyle. The children will become familiar with a range of scientific terminology and they will also plan an investigation linked to their heart rate.

History
This term, we are learning about the census and what we can learn from the information it gives us. We will look at local census information as well as national data and make comparisons between areas of our country.

Geography
Our geography this term complements our history as we are considering how our population has changed over time. This will include data analysis and map work.

PE
PE is on Thursday this term. We will be developing our skills in dance, followed by hockey after the half-term holiday.

Swimming will continue every Friday this term. Children will continue to have a full hour swimming session and will work towards the National Curriculum requirement to competently, confidently and proficiently swim over a distance of at least 25 metres, use a range of strokes effectively and perform safe self-rescue in different water-based situations.

French
This term, children will be developing their language skills by learning vocabulary associated with houses and where we live. During the term, there will be opportunities to read, write and listen to a range of key phrases, which they will use in conversation.

RE
RE this term will focus on religions across all populations. We will link our learning with History by studying census data and drawing conclusions about patterns over time. We will also be studying how Hindu people lead a good life, with a focus on karma and samsara.

PSHE
In PSHE, we are thinking about our future dreams and goals. We will link this to our forthcoming transition to secondary school, as well as our longer-term aspirations.

Look at what we have been doing...

This week in art, we explored Mayan art by looking at spirit companion symbols and using them to inspire artwork that represented us. We then learned about chiaroscuro, focusing on how light and dark can create impact, before moving on to street art. For our final pieces, we combined these ideas to create artwork that each conveyed a clear message.