Year 3 - Spring 1 - Week 5

In RE this week, Year 3 listened to the story of Sajjan, who owned an inn. At first, Sajjan did not live a kind life. He pretended to be helpful, but he was actually dishonest and unkind to others. When Sajjan met Guru Nanak, he began to think carefully about his actions and how they affected people.We talked about how Sajjan’s life changed after this meeting. He realised that it is important to be honest, caring and fair, and he chose to change his ways. The children discussed how people can learn from their mistakes and how everyone has the chance to become a better person.

In English, we have been writing our own Stone Age adventure stories. We began by learning about life in the Stone Age and exploring what an adventure story needs. The children planned their stories carefully, thinking about their characters, settings and problems. They worked hard to include descriptive language, powerful verbs and exciting story openings.

In Maths, we have been focusing on division, including division with exchanging and remainders. The children used practical resources, drawings and written methods to help them understand the process. They showed great perseverance when tackling trickier questions and enjoyed solving word problems linked to real‑life situations.

We thoroughly enjoyed a fabulous Stone Age workshop, which really brought our history learning to life. The children had the opportunity to dress up as Stone Age people and explore a range of artefacts. They asked thoughtful questions and were fascinated to learn how people lived, hunted and survived thousands of years ago.

In Science, we learned about sun protection and the damage the sun can cause. We discussed how the sun’s rays can affect our skin and eyes and learned simple ways to stay safe, such as wearing hats, sunglasses and sun cream. The children shared their own experiences and showed a good understanding of how to protect themselves.

During PE, we focused on teamwork, communication and map skills. The children worked in groups on a mapping activity where one person had to explain where to place certain items using a key and clear directions. This helped develop listening skills and cooperation. We also enjoyed our LFC PE sessions, where the children worked on their fitness, coordination and confidence while taking part in fun, active games.

In Outdoor Learning, the children used their imagination to design their own insects. They carefully thought about what their insects would need to survive and then created habitats using natural materials. This activity encouraged creativity, teamwork and respect for the natural environment.

Reminders

- PE days continue to be Wednesday and Thursday until half term.