Thursday 23 October 2014

Chester Zoo trip

Year 4 has a super time at the zoo on Wednesday. They went to explore and compare the habitats of the animals as part of their science work. After the trip, the children have written some excellent recounts and newspaper reports. 


Wednesday 15 October 2014

Last of the fencing

Today was Year Four's last session in fencing.  They have really enjoyed the sessions over the past few weeks and have learnt a lot about this sport. The children all took part with great enthusiasm and showed excellent manners. Below are a few pictures from our final session.  Year 4 would like to say a big thank you to all at the The Judo and Fencing Education Company, and Mrs Webb. 






Research in topic

Year 4 have been learning about Queen Boudicca. They are gathering facts to find out about her life and what made her famous. The children have been using poems, websites and a horrible histories video to do their research. Feel free to look at more facts using the links on our class page.


Wednesday 8 October 2014

Let's fence!

Year 4 enjoyed another fencing session this afternoon. They used the plastic foils to practice lunging and being "on guard". The focus of the lesson was to practice the stances and become better at controlling the foil. The children also enjoyed playing some games linked to fencing. 







Deep in the forest...

Year 4 enjoyed exploring the forest at school. In their Literacy they have been reading the book 'Secret ets of Vesuvious'.  In this book, a group of children sail to a farm near the volcano. The children in the class have been using the description from the text to write their own stories. This week, the children have used the characters and information from the text but written their own story based in the forest. We visited the forest area at school to get some descriptive words using our senses. 

Wednesday 1 October 2014

Fencing session...

Year 4 enjoyed another fencing session this afternoon. They learnt how to defend and attack and some even tried some new fencing outfits!  The children have been learning that moving feet really helps to be ready to attack and defend against a partner. Well done to all of year 4, keep up the good fencing!