In maths this week, we have been continuing with our multiplication and division. We have been learning to choose the most efficient method when solving a multiplication problem; arrays, repeated addition or using our knowledge of the tables. If you would like to learn more about the methods used in school, you can find the school calculations policy on the website. We have also been sharing and counting in for division on a number line; preparing for calculating with two and three digit numbers.
Literacy
We have been describing settings using our senses and trying to make our descriptions fuller by using expanded noun phrases ( the blue butterfly) and modifying adjectives (the blue butterfly with the spotty wings). This is all ready for our big write next week, when we write our adventure stories.
Art
In art this week, we have started to look at the abstract work of modern artist Patrick Heron. We have been combining our geography and ICT skills, to help us create pieces in response to his work. We have studied they way he observes the lines and contours of aerial images and maps as inspiration, then fills with primary and secondary colours. We have been learning to use short, controlled brush strokes in preparation for using acrylic pain next week.
ICT and Geography
In other news..
it was lovely to see so many faces at parents evening this week. It is so enjoyable spending time sharing the children's many achievements with you all. Thank-you for your time. If you still have not managed to secure an appointment with me and would like to, just pop in or call to arrange a time for Monday 14th November.
Also, we had a lot of merit badges go out this week. This is not small achievement, as the children require 75 merit points to fill their card and earn their next badge. Well done and keep up the hard work!
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