Croeso i Ddosbarth Derwen

Teacher: Mrs Phillips

Our first three weeks have been based on ‘Welsh Heritage’ but our main concept for this term is ‘The Age of the Princes’. We will begin with an immersion day, where children will be introduced to the topic.

There will be a focus on life in Caerphilly during Medieval times and the impact this period has had on their lives today. We will be exploring the daily challenges faced by a variety of people. This will also allow us to learn to celebrate our culture and heritage.

A wide range of texts will be utilised, such as ‘You Wouldn’t Want to Be a Medieval Knight’ as well as exploring Welsh myths and legends. In the last few weeks of term, there will be a focus on ‘Christmas’ traditions now and in the past. Children will be exposed to a wide range of genres, experiencing both reading and writing in the styles being studied.

Our Medieval project will end with our showcase event for parents. Date to be confirmed!

Other information

Our learners look amazing in their uniform! Thank you for your support with this, it really does make a statement about teamwork and unity.

Dates

Book Fair - 29^th September

Parent consultations - 14^th and 15^th October

After school clubs begin – 22^nd September (teachers will confirm places)

Water bottles and snacks

Parents can support their children's wellbeing by packing healthy snacks like fruit or veggie sticks for school break time. Children have access to water throughout the day.

You will be able to find the Accelerated Reader link on our Google Classroom stream and in the website links below.💻 😊 Accelerated Reader is a website that provides a ‘quiz’ or set of comprehension questions based on a book your child has read. This will test their reading and understanding. 

Purple Mash, Times Tables Rock Stars, Mathletics and Reading Eggs can also be accessed from home. We encourage our learners to read every day! It really is so important! 📖 📚 👍🏼 

Here is an short overview of these learning sites:
* Purple Mash - a learning platform full of games, templates to type onto and challenges. Lots of fun to be had!

* Mathletics - Maths, maths, maths! Challenges, recall practise and live events! Earn trophies and certificates!

* Reading Eggs - Read books, compete quizzes, collect points and earn trophies!

* TTRS - a learning platform based around brushing up on those times table skills. Participate in battles with other classes, earn points and strive to become a ROCK HERO!

If you are unsure of how to access any of these, please just ask! 
 

We teach spelling patterns fortnightly. Pupils will bring their spellings home - please encourage them to learn these words.

PE days are Wednesday and Friday. Please ensure appropriate footwear is worn on these days.