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Year 4 Learning Overview – Term 6

Core Text: The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop by Cyril Mereba

In Term 6, Year 4 pupils will explore the natural world through our core text, The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop. This beautifully themed text will support pupils in developing their understanding of the water cycle, while also inspiring writing, art, geography and scientific thinking. Across the term, children will continue to build independence, accuracy and confidence as learners.

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English – The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop, Poetry and Fact Files

This term, Year 4 will use The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop as their main text. Pupils will explore how a tiny water drop travels through different parts of the natural world, making links to science and geography.

Children will:

• read and discuss the key events in the journey of a water drop;

• explore vocabulary linked to weather, rivers, clouds, rain and the water cycle;

• develop inference and retrieval skills;

• identify how language can be used to describe movement, atmosphere and change;

• write poems inspired by water, weather and nature;

• create fact files using clear headings, subheadings and factual detail;

• organise ideas into well-structured paragraphs.

Pupils will also continue to strengthen key writing skills, including the use of possessive apostrophes, accurate paragraphing, dictionary skills and understanding word roots to help them work out the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary.

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Maths – Geometry, Position and Movement, and Roman Numerals

In Maths, pupils will focus on geometry, position and movement, while also revisiting Roman numerals.

Children will:

• identify and describe properties of shapes;

• use mathematical vocabulary linked to position, direction and movement;

• describe movements on grids and maps;

• recognise and use coordinates where appropriate;

• understand turns, angles and direction;

• read and write Roman numerals;

• apply their knowledge through reasoning and problem-solving activities.

This unit will help pupils improve their spatial awareness, mathematical language and ability to explain their thinking clearly.

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Science – States of Matter

In Science, Year 4 will learn about states of matter. Pupils will explore solids, liquids and gases, and investigate how materials can change from one state to another.

Children will:

• identify and compare solids, liquids and gases;

• describe the properties of different materials;

• investigate melting, freezing, evaporation and condensation;

• understand how temperature can cause changes of state;

• explore the role of evaporation and condensation in the water cycle;

• make observations and record findings clearly;

• use scientific vocabulary to explain changes.

This learning will link closely with the core text and geography work on the water cycle.

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Geography – Contrasting Localities, the Water Cycle, North and South America, and Niagara Falls

In Geography, pupils will study contrasting localities and deepen their understanding of the water cycle. They will also explore North and South America, with a particular focus on significant physical features such as Niagara Falls.

Children will:

• describe the stages of the water cycle;

• use maps, atlases and globes to locate North and South America;

• identify key countries, cities and physical features;

• explore rivers, waterfalls, mountains and other natural features;

• compare different localities and environments;

• learn about Niagara Falls as a significant geographical landmark;

• use geographical vocabulary to describe similarities and differences between places.

This unit will help pupils understand how water shapes landscapes and how different places around the world can be compared.

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Religious Education – Islam and Hajj

In RE, Year 4 will learn about Islam, with a particular focus on Hajj. Pupils will explore why pilgrimage is important to many Muslims and how it connects to faith, commitment and community.

Children will:

• learn what Hajj is and why it is important in Islam;

• understand that Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam;

• explore some of the key rituals and symbols associated with Hajj;

• consider how pilgrimage can strengthen faith and belonging;

• discuss the importance of respect when learning about different religions;

• reflect on journeys, commitment and shared values.

This unit will help pupils develop their understanding of faith, worship and religious identity.

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Art – Colour and Replicating an Image from The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop

In Art, pupils will explore the use of colour and visual techniques inspired by The Journey of a Tiny Water Drop. They will look closely at images from the text and use these as inspiration for their own artwork.

Children will:

• explore how colour can create mood, movement and atmosphere;

• study images carefully and discuss the choices made by the illustrator;

• practise colour mixing and shading techniques;

• replicate an image from the core text;

• use line, shape and colour to show water, weather and movement;

• evaluate their own artwork and suggest improvements.

This unit will support pupils in developing close observational skills and creative confidence.

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Computing – Website Design and Presentations

In Computing, pupils will continue developing their digital skills by creating a digital portfolio and producing presentations. They will learn how to organise digital content clearly and present their work for an audience.

Children will:

• create a simple digital portfolio;

• organise pages and content clearly;

• add examples of work to their portfolio;

• create and edit a presentation;

• add images to support information;

• consider layout, design and readability;

• review and improve their digital work.

This unit will help pupils understand how digital tools can be used to organise, present and celebrate learning.

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Music – Music Technology: Spooky Stories

In Music, pupils will explore music technology through the theme of Spooky Stories. They will learn how sounds, rhythm and digital effects can create atmosphere and tension.

Children will:

• listen to examples of music and sound effects used to create suspense;

• explore how tempo, pitch and dynamics affect mood;

• use technology to create and layer sounds;

• compose music or soundscapes for a spooky story;

• experiment with rhythm, repetition and silence;

• perform or share their compositions with others.

This unit will encourage creativity, imagination and confidence when using music technology.

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PE – Athletics

In PE, pupils will develop their athletics skills through running, jumping and throwing activities. They will focus on improving technique, stamina and personal performance.

Children will:

• practise sprinting and longer-distance running;

• develop jumping techniques;

• improve throwing accuracy and distance;

• take part in individual and team challenges;

• measure and compare their performance;

• set personal targets for improvement;

• show resilience, fairness and sportsmanship.

Pupils will be encouraged to recognise their progress and celebrate effort as well as achievement.

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Spanish – Parts of the Face and Body / Picasso Faces

In Spanish, pupils will learn vocabulary linked to parts of the face and body. They will use this learning creatively through the theme of Picasso faces.

Children will:

• learn Spanish words for parts of the face and body;

• practise pronunciation through speaking and listening activities;

• describe simple features using familiar vocabulary;

• use short phrases and sentences in Spanish;

• make links between language learning and art;

• create Picasso-inspired faces using labelled Spanish vocabulary.

This unit will help pupils build confidence in using Spanish words and phrases in a creative and memorable way.

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Building Confidence for Year 5

Throughout Term 6, Year 4 pupils will continue to develop the independence, resilience and learning behaviours needed for Year 5. They will be encouraged to take pride in their work, use vocabulary accurately and explain their ideas clearly.

Across the term, we will continue to focus on:

• careful presentation;

• accurate use of vocabulary;

• independence in learning;

• respectful discussion;

• resilience when solving problems;

• creativity across the curriculum;

• confidence when sharing ideas.

We look forward to a creative, purposeful and exciting final term in Year 4.

• PE: Every Thursday

• Please ensure children come to school wearing the correct PE kit on this day

Thank you for your continued support. We are excited about the learning ahead and look forward to another successful term in Year 4.

Warm wishes,
The Year 4 Team