Welcome to Year 3!

Meet the Staff:

Class Teacher: Sam Rogerson

Teaching Assistant: Jodie Groombridge

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Year 3 Learning Overview – Term 6

Core Theme: Hercules, Greek Mythology and Ancient Greece

In Term 6, Year 3 pupils will explore the exciting world of Ancient Greece through the story of Hercules, the Greek demi-god, and his famous labours. This topic will inspire learning across English, History, Geography, Design Technology and Art, helping pupils develop their imagination, vocabulary, historical understanding and creativity.

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English – Hercules and Greek Mythology

This term, Year 3 will learn about Hercules, one of the most famous heroes in Greek mythology. Pupils will explore the story of Hercules and his labours, thinking carefully about bravery, strength, challenge, fairness and mythical creatures.

Children will:

• read and discuss stories from Greek mythology;

• learn about Hercules and the twelve labours;

• explore the features of myths and heroic tales;

• create a comic strip based on one of Hercules’ labours;

• invent a 13th labour involving mythical creatures;

• write a persuasive letter to King Eurystheus, asking him to free Hercules;

• develop descriptive vocabulary for heroes, monsters, settings and action;

• use dialogue and action to make their writing exciting.

Pupils will also focus on improving their sentence construction through the use of verbs and adverbs. They will learn how powerful verbs and well-chosen adverbs can make writing more precise, dramatic and engaging.

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Maths – Mass and Volume

In Maths, pupils will focus on mass and volume, developing their understanding of measurement through practical activities and problem-solving.

Children will:

• measure mass using grams and kilograms;

• compare and order different masses;

• read scales accurately;

• solve problems involving mass;

• measure capacity and volume using millilitres and litres;

• compare and order different volumes;

• use mathematical vocabulary such as heavier, lighter, full, empty, more than and less than;

• apply their learning to real-life contexts.

This unit will help pupils strengthen their accuracy, reasoning and confidence when working with measures.

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Science – Plants

In Science, Year 3 will learn about plants, including what they need to grow and survive. Pupils will investigate the different parts of a plant and explore their functions.

Children will:

• identify and describe the parts of flowering plants;

• learn about roots, stems, leaves and flowers;

• understand what plants need to grow well;

• investigate how water is transported through a plant;

• explore the role of flowers in the life cycle of a plant;

• make careful observations and record findings;

• use scientific vocabulary to explain what they have learned.

This unit will encourage pupils to ask questions, observe closely and think scientifically.

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Geography – Contrasting Localities: UK and Greece

In Geography, pupils will compare the United Kingdom and Greece, exploring similarities and differences between the two places.

Children will:

• locate Greece and the United Kingdom on maps and globes;

• identify key physical and human features of both countries;

• compare climate, landscapes, cities and coastlines;

• explore how people live in different localities;

• use geographical vocabulary to describe places;

• understand how location can influence daily life;

• make links between modern Greece and Ancient Greek history.

This unit will help pupils develop their locational knowledge and their understanding of how places can be compared.

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History – Ancient Greece, Greek Mythology and Gods

In History, pupils will learn about Ancient Greece and its lasting influence. They will explore Greek mythology, gods, heroes and key aspects of Ancient Greek life.

Children will:

• place Ancient Greece on a timeline;

• learn about Greek gods and goddesses;

• explore myths and what they tell us about Ancient Greek beliefs;

• understand the importance of heroes such as Hercules;

• learn about daily life in Ancient Greece;

• consider how Ancient Greece has influenced the modern world;

• use historical sources to ask and answer questions about the past.

This unit will help pupils build their understanding of an important ancient civilisation and its legacy.

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Religious Education – Islam: Ramadan and Eid ul-Fitr

In RE, Year 3 will learn about Islam, with a focus on Ramadan and Eid ul-Fitr. Pupils will explore why Ramadan is important to Muslims and how Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated.

Children will:

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

• understand that fasting is an important part of Ramadan for many Muslims;

• explore the values of reflection, self-discipline, kindness and charity;

• learn how Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan;

• discuss how families and communities celebrate Eid;

• develop respect for different religious beliefs and practices.

This unit will support pupils in understanding faith, celebration, community and belonging.

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Design Technology – Mechanisms: Pneumatic Mythical Creatures

In Design Technology, pupils will design and make pneumatic mythical creatures, linking their work to Greek mythology.

Children will:

• learn how pneumatic systems use air to create movement;

• explore examples of simple moving mechanisms;

• design a mythical creature inspired by Greek myths;

• plan how their creature will move;

• use materials safely and carefully;

• create a working pneumatic model;

• test, evaluate and improve their final product.

This unit will help pupils develop practical making skills, problem-solving and creativity.

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Computing – Website Design

In Computing, pupils will continue developing their website design skills. They will learn how to create and improve digital content for an audience.

Children will:

• add new pages to a website;

• change themes and layouts;

• incorporate documents and examples of work;

• add images and videos;

• organise information clearly;

• consider how design choices affect the user;

• review and improve their digital work.

This unit will help pupils understand how digital tools can be used to present learning in a clear and engaging way.

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Music – Accompaniments and Ostinatos

In Music, pupils will learn how to create accompaniments and ostinatos. They will explore how repeated musical patterns can support a melody and create structure.

Children will:

• learn what an ostinato is;

• listen for repeated patterns in music;

• create simple rhythmic and melodic ostinatos;

• perform accompaniments as part of a group;

• explore pulse, rhythm and tempo;

• combine different patterns to create a musical effect;

• evaluate and improve their performances.

This unit will support pupils’ confidence, listening skills and ability to perform collaboratively.

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PSHE – Changing Me

In PSHE, pupils will focus on the theme of Changing Me. They will think about growing up, managing change and understanding themselves.

Children will:

• discuss changes that happen as they grow older;

• explore feelings linked to change;

• think about personal strengths and achievements;

• learn how to manage worries and ask for help;

• develop respect for themselves and others;

• reflect on moving into Year 4.

This unit will help pupils build confidence, self-awareness and resilience.

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PE – Athletics

In PE, pupils will develop their athletics skills through running, jumping and throwing activities.

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 fairness, resilience and sportsmanship.

Pupils will be encouraged to celebrate effort, progress and teamwork.

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Spanish – Food Nouns from The Very Hungry Caterpillar

In Spanish, pupils will learn food vocabulary linked to The Very Hungry Caterpillar story. They will use familiar story patterns to help them remember and practise new words.

Children will:

• learn Spanish nouns for different foods;

• practise pronunciation through speaking and listening;

• recognise food words in simple sentences;

• join in with repeated phrases from the story;

• ask and answer simple questions about food;

• begin to use Spanish vocabulary with confidence;

• make links between language learning, stories and memory.

This unit will help pupils build their Spanish vocabulary in a fun and memorable way.

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Building Confidence for Year 4

Throughout Term 6, Year 3 pupils will continue to develop the independence, confidence and learning behaviours needed for Year 4. They will be encouraged to share their ideas clearly, use vocabulary accurately and take pride in their work.

Across the term, we will continue to focus on:

• independence in learning;

• careful presentation;

• confident discussion;

• accurate use of subject vocabulary;

• creativity and imagination;

• resilience when solving problems;

• respectful collaboration.

We look forward to an exciting, creative and purposeful final term in Year 3.

PE and Equipment Reminder

Please ensure your child wears the correct PE kit every Wednesday.
For safety, pupils must wear:

• Dark tracksuit bottoms

• Their house team top (or a top in their house colour)

• School jumper

• Trainers

Wearing suitable PE clothing helps prevent injury and allows children to participate fully.

Warm regards,
The Year 3 Team