LEARNING LINKS: What will be at explored, achieved, discussed and learned in our class this term? SCIENCE AND ICT HUMANITIES (History, Geography, RE) PE AND PSHE Dance Can we create and repeat movement patterns? Can we adapt our movement to a piece of music? Golf Can we develop a golf swing and putting stroke? Can we connect consistently with the ball? Can we be accurate when striking a ball? Resilience What strategies can we think of to improve resilience? How can we increase our independence when working in class? What are the different sources of light? How do light bulbs produce light? How are shadows formed? What happens when we shine light on different surfaces? What are the beliefs and practices of the Hindu religion? Who are the Hindu Gods? What things are sacred to Hindus? How does Hinduism differ to Christianity? What happens in the story of the Ramayana? What are the differences between an Indian village and Charfield? Visit http://resources.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/homework/religion/hinduism.htm To find out more about Hinduism What light sources can you find at home? Use light to create a rainbow! Find out how at http://www.physicscentral.com/experiment/physicsathome/rainbow.cfm As part of our gymnastics lessons, we will be using different equipment to create different balances. Can you create a balance somewhere interesting at home or out and about? Be creative, stay safe and remember to take a picture! Year 3 Theme Term 2: See the Light Class Book: Leon and the Place Between LITERACY MATHS Can we read scales to measure length, capacity and weight? Can we collect data and represent it in graphs? What is the difference in population between India and the UK? How do the UK and India compare in size? How far away from the UK is India and how long would it take to get there? What are the key features of a newspaper report? Can we use the 5Ws in our lead paragraph? Can we use figurative language and descriptive devices to describe and create atmosphere? What makes a good Quest story? How can I engage the reader? CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT (Art, Music, Design technology) Can we use our painting and creative skills to paint pictures of Hindu deities and create Rangoli patterns?. Hindu’s create Rangoli floor patterns using chalk, coloured sand, rice or flowers to welcome people to their home. Can you make a Rangoli which is personal to your family for your home? Don’t forget to take a picture! Keep practising those times tables! Particularly your 4s and 8s Try some of the online games to practise at http://resources.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/maths/timestable/interactive.htm Keep reading to earn those coins! When doing homework, make sure you are doing your best to join your handwriting so you can earn your pen licence!