Walnut Class Term 4 Week 2

Thank you to all who supported the children with their World Book Day costumes. They all looked amazing! 

Walnut Class children have made a fantastic start to Term 4.

Our Topic learning this term is based on a ‘Shake it’ theme – we will be looking at the different states of matter of solids, liquids and gases.  The children learnt about the particles within a solid, liquid and a gas within their Science learning. They considered the states of matter within three different balloons; one with frozen water, one with water and one with air. Children learnt that the particles within each state of matter are different and that there can be a reversible effect – for example ice, when melted, changes from a solid to a liquid state.

This week, for their DT learning, the children have considered the importance of eating five portions of fruit and vegetables a day. They have thought about the different food types and why it might be difficult to maintain a healthy diet. Children then researched and created their own recipe for a ‘smoothie,’ including equipment and the method they would use to make it. Children will be creating their own smoothie soon – I’m sure they will be very keen to tell you all about it!

Our PE focus this term is ‘tennis.’ This week, the children learnt how to aim and catch a ball accurately into a space. As the term progresses, they will learn about racket control, footwork and anticipation of their opponent’s strategy.

Reminders:

Swimming is on as usual next Tuesday. All children are expected to attend as their swimming lessons form part of the National Curriculum. 

I hope you have a lovely weekend!

From Mrs Jacobs and Ms Stokes.