Our spelling focus next week is words that end in -ation Example words include Information Adoration Sensation Preparation Education Location Exaggeration Concentration Imagination Organisation The weblink below also provides further examples https://www.spellzone.com/word_lists/list-252960.htm

Here are some photos from 4F. We are learning how to perform a group dance inspired by animals that we might see at the zoo.

 We had live action warm up before looking at dividing by 10.

 Year 4's new ICT unit is based around 3D design and we had a very successful first session. As you can see, it was a very purposeful session with some excellent results.

 Year 4's new P.E. theme is to be aware of those around us when playing team games and to use this understanding to be more successful. Our first game was Hyena Rock where our hyenas had to dodge past the lions to get to the safe area.

 By popular demand we have had a session of the Maya ball game pok-ta-pok. We made a few rule changes away from the original, non-contact rules and no human sacrifice!

 Our new topic for this half term is all about Essex! We've started by looking at what a county is and we have made sure that Year 4 can locate Essex on a map of the UK. Please see the Creative Homework that goes alongside our work in class below.

 We've been making collages, it's a messy process! Before... After... Mr Hopegood :)

 Can you spot which is your child in their gallery of self-portraits.

 Yesterday, we all attended our annual Christmas Carol Service. We were entertained by a variety of musicians, a poem from our poet laureate and a talk led by Reverend Tasha. Our Year 6's read from The Bible and had written their own prayers to read. This was topped off by some festive carols. Thank you to both Father Simon and Reverend Tasha for hosting us! A special thank you to our photographer!

 Pok ta Pok or Pitza was one of the ancient Maya ballgames and we gave it a try after looking at the rules today. We're happy with the basic techniques and hope to progress to a match or two!