Year 3 - English - Developing A Persuasive Argument
Year 3 students channeled their inner advocates and dived into the exciting world of persuasive writing. We focused on developing strong, coherent arguments by tackling a very local and important issue: persuading the council to keep our beloved local fast food restaurant open.
Year 3 - Maths - Mastering Times Tables
Year 3 class successfully embarked on a mission to master our times tables using the fantastic online resource, Times Tables Rock Stars (TTRS). We adopted our rock star alter egos and dove headfirst into the world of multiplication and division.
Year 3 - Design and Technology - Making A Mock Up Of A Seasonal Tart
Year 3 became bakers-in-training this week! As part of our D.T. project, we created 3D mock-ups of our proposed seasonal tarts. The children did a fantastic job using craft materials to represent different seasonal vegetables and toppings. These models have helped us decide exactly how we want our final, edible tarts to look.
Year 3 - Science - Understanding Nutritional Values
In Science this week, Year 3 investigated the importance of a balanced diet. The children explored the five main food groups—carbohydrates, proteins, dairy, fruit/vegetables, and fats—and discussed how each nutrient helps our bodies grow and repair. We also analysed food packaging labels to identify nutritional values, paying close attention to the "traffic light" system to spot hidden sugars and saturated fats.
Year 3 - English - Understanding The Main Reasons For A Letter
This week, Year 3 have been discovering how to change minds with words! We started our new unit on Persuasive Letters by acting as text detectives. Our specific focus was identifying the main reasons within a text. The children read example letters and worked hard to pick out exactly why the author was writing and what arguments they used to support their point of view. It was a great introduction to understanding how to build a strong argument before we start writing our own!
Online Safety - Tracking Devices
Tracking devices were designed to help people find lost belongings, but they’ve also opened the door to worrying forms of misuse. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday explores how Bluetooth trackers like AirTags and SmartTags can be misused for stalking, bullying and invading young people’s privacy. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4f4u2
Year 3 - Science - The Musculoskeletal System
Year 3 learned all about the incredible musculoskeletal system—the body's scaffolding and engine. We investigated how our muscles and bones work together like a team to help us run, jump, and even just hold a pencil. We identified the main purpose of our skeleton—to support and protect our organs. We looked at different bones like the femur and the skull. We explored how muscles work in pairs to create movement. We tried out actions, like bending our arms, and saw how one muscle contracted (shortened) while the other relaxed (lengthened). This was called antagonistic movement! We participated in a fun activity where we created a simple model of our hand. It was a super interesting lesson, and we all came away knowing so much more about the power and complexity of our own bodies!
Year 3 - P.E. - Golf Skills
This week in P.E., Year 3 transformed into budding golfers! We focused on developing the core skills needed to control the ball on the ground. We learned the correct grip—how to hold the club to ensure a powerful and accurate swing. We practised interlocking our hands and keeping a firm but relaxed hold. We explored the importance of a good stance and positioning ourselves correctly over the ball. We made sure our feet were shoulder-width apart and our knees were slightly bent. We practised the putting swing, focusing on a smooth, controlled motion to send the ball rolling gently toward a target. We talked about keeping our head down and following through with the club.
Year 3 - Science - Recognising The Main Bones In The Body
This week, Year 3 explored the amazing world inside us during our science lesson on the human body! The children worked like scientists to recognise and identify the main bones in the human skeleton. They learned where the cranium (skull), rib cage, and femur (thigh bone) were located and what important jobs they did.
Year 3 - Design Technology - Evaluating Seasonal Foods
This week, Year 3 explored the wonderful world of seasonal food! We acted like food critics and evaluated three fresh ingredients: asparagus, radish, and spring onion. We tasted each food and discussed its texture, smell, and flavour. We then decided which ingredient worked best for a seasonal tart. The children used fantastic descriptive words to explain their choices.
Online Safety - Fortnite
Fortnite continues to reign supreme in the gaming world, drawing in millions of players with its bold graphics, fast-paced action and constant stream of new content. This guide looks at the latest developments in the game – such as themed updates, crossover characters and limited-edition cosmetics – and what they mean for young players and the adults who support them. It also unpacks some of the key online safety risks associated with Fortnite. With in-game purchases, cross-platform communication and regular seasonal updates creating an ‘always on’ experience, it’s vital that trusted adults understand how to help children and young people enjoy the game without being exposed to unnecessary risks.
Year 3 - Maths - Adding Tens To A Three Digit Number
We levelled up our number skills in this Year 3 Maths topic when we dove into Adding Tens to a Three-Digit Number. We learned simple, effective strategies to quickly add multiples of ten (10, 20, 30, etc.) to numbers like 245 or 581. Students mastered how the tens digit changed while the hundreds and ones digits often stayed the same. This proved to be a foundational step that helped develop mental maths and a strong understanding of place value!
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