What a fabulous first week back! The class have thrown themselves back into learning and school life in general. Our History lesson this week has seen the launch of our Tudors topic. In week one, we asked the question, Was Henry VIII a fair ruler or a tyrant? We studied a range of primary sources - written evidence and portraits -  to make judgements about this important historical figure.

Next week, we find out why Henry had so many wives and in English writing lessons, children will use their knowledge to write a report entitled Henry VIII, his wives and marriage in Tudor England.

We are thoroughly enjoying Treason, our shared text. It is not only a gripping read but an excellent source of information about the period. Please make sure your child has a copy if at all possible. Second-hand copies are available online.

Next Week – special events

Tuesday - Remembrance Day

Monday – Wednesday – Bikeability: Various groups will take place and you should already be aware of which day(s) your child is cycling. Don't forget bikes and helmets.

Monday – Learn to Ride and Y5 level 1&2

Tuesday – Y5 level 1&2

Wednesday – Y4 level 1- All children will still have their clarinet / cornet lesson - please remember the instruments.

Homework:

• English Skills – Test 5 – please make sure that children are completing the weekly homework
• Reading – Read pp 35-42 of Treason – You are to meet the king today.
• Spellings – weekly spellings to learn
• Maths – Y4 Atom maths – worded problems involving a range of calculations  /  Y5 Atom maths – prime numbers and factor trees, square and cube numbers
• Y4 / Y5 Times Tables Practice – online (TTRockstars (children have their own accounts and logins are in planners) White Rose 1 Minute Maths app are useful) or any other way of practising – games, reciting, having someone test you, writing out

HAVE A GREAT WEEK!