Rocks
In groups we explored lots of different rock samples. We started by looking at them and feeling them, then we worked together to group or classify them according to different characteristics. Some people sorted them by size or colour or shape. We realised there were lots of ways to classify them.
Science
In Science, Year 3 learnt about the digestive system of an owl. We then dissected Owl pellets – this is what the bird regurgitates through it’s beak because it can’t digest – we found that the pellets were full of small mammal bones and hair. At first some of us thought it was disgusting but soon we got into it and loved micro-searching for tiny bones, then trying to identify them!
Clay Work
Year 3 enjoyed some art lessons working with clay. They practised skills of rolling, using a template, cutting using different tools, scoring and using water to join layers together to build up the shape of a prehistoric mammal. Can you spot a woolly mammoth or a sabre-toothed tiger!?
Map Making
In Geography we have used blank maps of the school which we have orientated and then added to, creating keys and adding more information. Both inside the school and out!
DT - Moving Monsters
In Design Technology we have investigated pneumatic systems and then used our knowledge to design our own moving monsters with bulging eyes, sticking out tongues, waving arms and extending bodies!
Microscopes
Whilst studying rocks, children looked at different rocks under microscopes and magnifying glasses to identify their different properties.
Barnabus Project
In English, children looked at the images from the story and begin to predict and infer what was going to happen and how the characters were feeling.
Place Value
Here, the children were using Base 10 to represent 3-digit number. After creating different numbers, children were asked to order the numbers.
Maths
This week in Maths, we began to look at numbers to 100. Using the base 10, children were able to represent 2-digit numbers in a variety of ways.
English - The Stone Age Boy
This week in English, we started reading a mystery story called The Stone Age Boy which also links with out History topic. Once we had listened to the story, in small groups or individually we created freeze-frames and the rest or the class needed to use their inference skills to describe what part of the story was being acted out.
Twycross Zoo Trip
On Thursday 20th July, Year 3 visited Twycross Zoo. Throughout the day, we were able to observe a range of animals. From giraffes to butterflies, they were all an absolute wonder. Also, Year 3 were able to share their knowledge of habitats during the workshop.
Making Sandwiches
Today, we made our sandwiches! First, we looked at our plans to check how we were going to make them. After, we had a discussion about hand hygiene and why it is important. Finally, we carefully made our sandwiches, before evaluating them!
In today’s lesson, we listened to the ‘King of Fishes’. After summarising the plot, we watched how the text was turned into a story map. In small groups, our class re-told the folktale through drama.
Severn Trent Visit
On the 7th February, Severn Trent came in to talk about the importance water.
In the workshop, the children measured the amount of water that was needed for different activities- having a four minute shower or having a bath. Then, they discussed different solutions on how we can all save in everyday life.
Performance Poetry:
This week in English, we have been immersed in performance poetry. After listening to Michael Rosen's 'Chocolate Cake', the children performed parts of the play focusing on changing their expressions, tone and pace.
Shree Krishna Mandir
On Monday 17th October, Year 3 visited the Shree Krishna Mandir in Leamington. Children listened about the history of the Mandir, a brief summary about each of the deities, asked questions and were given some time to sketch a deity. At the end of the trip, the children were offered a piece of fruit. Throughout the trip, Year 3 were thoughtful and respectful.
