Y6 Spring 1

National Curriculum recommending books that they have read to their peers, giving reasons for their choices  identifying and discussing themes and conventions in and across a wide range of writing  making comparisons within and across books  learning a wider range of poetry by heart  preparing poems and plays to read aloud and to perform, showing understanding through intonation, tone and volume so that the meaning is clear to an audience

Children's reading is a priority. Children practice their reading skills through: Reading aloud to an adult every day, if needed Daily whole class reading sessions. Daily Phonic Sessions, if needed Independent reading books. Stories being read by an adult. Non-fiction and Fiction books connected to Street Child

'I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full.' Mark 10:10

National Curriculum

Select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks [for example, cutting, shaping, joining and finishing], accurately

The area of study is Mechanical Systems

Key Vocabulary Accurate, Assembly-diagram Automata, Axle Bench hook, Cam, Clamp, Component, Cutting list Dowel, Drill bits, Exploded-diagram, Finish Frame, Function, Hand drill, Jelutong, Linkage, Set square, Tenon saw

Use woodworking skills, pupils construct an automata; measuring and cutting their materials, assembling the frame, choosing cams and designing the characters that sit on the followers to form an interactive shop display

Mount Carmel Values Our aim is for every child to leave here an Ambassador of Christ. Our values are deeply rooted in the high expectations that we have of each child in the school. Our Values permeate across the school through children's learning, friendships, behaviour and leadership. Our values come from the Church. C - consideration H - helpfulness U - unity R - respect C - commitment H - honesty

Our British Values Our children learn about our British Values through 5 areas. These are discussed at whole school liturgies and during lunch times. We are committed to serving our community, with the strong belief that we are one school for all.

Our Power Values Our aim is for every child to leave with the power to make a positive change in the world. Through our subjects there are five themes that we believe are integral with teaching children how to become powerful adults. We ensure that these themes run through our subjects. Children learn about 5 areas of power - Education, Religion, Resources, People and Legacy.

Morphology and etymology Prefixes and suffixes Organisational&nbsp;and presentational&nbsp;devices Assessing the effectiveness of writing

Genres Persuasive argument Non-chronological report

Grammar Standard English Punctuating direct speech Contracted form Possessive pronouns Synonyms &amp; antonyms Colons Coordinating conjunctions

Vocabulary Indentured Dormitory Infirmary Paupers Orphaned Precarious Hearth Ragged

National Curriculum The aim of&nbsp;RSE&nbsp;is to give young people the information they need to help them develop healthy, nurturing relationships of all kinds. It should enable your child to know what a healthy relationship looks like and what makes a good friend, a good colleague and a successful marriage or other type of committed relationship.

The area of study is Menstruation

Key Vocabulary Menstruation, periods, monthly, fertility cycle, womb, conceived, developed.

Children will have an understanding of where babies come from. Children will learn how about the miraculous process of human life is conceived and developed in the womb. Children will learn about how girls manage their periods, and understand some of their possible side effects. They will learn why periods happen; that fertility is necessary to bring a child into the world; and how periods are part of God’s plan for creation.

use common factors to simplify fractions; use common multiples to express fractions in the same denomination  compare and order fractions, including fractions &gt; 1  add and subtract fractions with different denominators and mixed numbers, using the concept of equivalent fractions  multiply simple pairs of proper fractions, writing the answer in its simplest form  divide proper fractions by whole numbers  associate a fraction with division and calculate decimal fraction equivalents for a simple fraction  identify the value of each digit in numbers given to three decimal places and multiply and divide numbers by 10, 100 and 1000 giving answers up to three decimal places  multiply one-digit numbers with up to two decimal places by whole numbers  use written division methods in cases where the answer has up to two decimal places

Decimals Percentages Algebra

Key Vocabulary Placeholder, factor, multiple, product, divisor, dividend, quotient, remainder, percentage (%), fraction, equivalent fraction, sequence, rule, term, expression, formula, substitute, generalize, inverse

Social Justice&nbsp;is a non-statutory subject. Catholic Social Teaching is based on the belief that God has a plan for creation, a plan to build his kingdom of peace, love and justice. Our part in this story is a kind-of vocation for the common good, a call to treat everyone as our brothers and sisters. It is something that we all share. we want to engage your child in expressing their faith through social justice and action.

The area of study is Solidarity and the Common Good

Key Vocabulary Caritas team, chaplaincy, Fairtrade, food back, soup kitchen, social care, housing.

For children to have a clear understanding of Mission and how a team of people, coming together, can make a real difference to one area in life. To look at all the different mission teams that are on offer and how can children join them.

<ul><li>Develop their techniques, including their control and their use of materials, with creativity, experimentation and an increasing awareness of different kinds of art, craft and design</li><li>Use the sketchbook to make observations and preparatory drawing</li></ul>

Key Vocabulary Abstract, cartoon, charcoal, colour wheel, composition, grey scale, hue, negative image, still life, under painting, visual minutes.

Creating a variety of pieces influenced by different artists and using a range of mediums. Using charcoal, erasers and paint to depict a chosen composition of special objects from Victorian times, before constructing a memory box to showcase their work.

Use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact

The area of study is Online Safety

Key Vocabulary anonymity, anti-virus software, block, consent, digital footprint, digital personality, fake news, followers, gif, hack, inappropriate, malware, online bullying, online reputation,, permission, phishing, privacy settings, report, scammers, screengrab, selfie, software updates, two-factor authentication, username, URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

Learning to deal with issues online; about the impact and consequences of sharing information online; how to develop a positive online reputation; combating and dealing with online bullying and protective passwords

National Curriculum PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)&nbsp;is a non-statutory subject. But we feel that there are so many areas in a child's personal life that we need to teach them, that is more than the National Curriculum. Therefore, PSHE is taught during Live Life to the Full Week.

The area of study is Stereotypes with Homelessness

Key Vocabulary Homelessness Stereotype Hidden homelessness Risks Preventing Gender Male and female behaviours Manipulating and pressure

To understand the reasons people may be homeless To explain what hidden homelessness is To challenge stereotypes associated with homelessness To explain how to keep safe online To identify who to talk to if you are worried or scared about something To identify risks that they may face To understand what risky behaviours are To challenge gender stereotypes

Listen with attention to detail and comment on inter-related dimensions&nbsp; &nbsp; They can find similarities and differences between historical composers and musicians&nbsp; They can successfully take part in three part harmonies and descants&nbsp; &nbsp; Use and understand staff and other musical notation&nbsp;

The area of study is The Romantic Era

Key Vocabulary Protest song, rich harmonies, virtuosic, chant&nbsp;

Do your dooty – 3 part harmony song (Sing Up) or Suffragette round – 3 part round (Sing Up) - reading notation from the stave.&nbsp; We are unstoppable – song (Sing Up)- reading notation from the stave.&nbsp; History of Music Timeline&nbsp; Style indicators of Romantic Music&nbsp; Virtuosic Music&nbsp; Large ensembles&nbsp; Legato&nbsp; Rich harmonies&nbsp; Swan Lake (Finale) - Tchaikovsky&nbsp; March of the women by Ethel Smyth.&nbsp; Minute Waltz – Chopin&nbsp; Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy by Tchaikovsky&nbsp; Romeo &amp; Juliet (Love Theme) - Tchaikovsky&nbsp; La Mer – Debussy&nbsp; Scherzo No.2 in C Minor - Clara Schumann (Played by Isata Kanneh-Mason)&nbsp; COMPOSE:&nbsp; Create their own song lyrics.&nbsp; Fit their lyrics to a pulse, creating a chant.&nbsp; Write a melody and sing it.&nbsp; Structure their ideas into a complete song.&nbsp;

play competitive games, modified where appropriate [for example, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, netball, rounders and tennis], and apply basic principles suitable for attacking and defending

The area of study is Net, Wall and Team Games

Key Vocabulary Footwork, team work, patterns, tricks.

Serve accurately and consistently Successfully apply a variety of footwork patterns relevant to the game they are playing Strike a ball using a wider range of skills to outwit an opponent and apply these with increasing control under pressure Confidently change direction to successfully outwit an opponent

Sources – The Bible, the special book for the Church Unity – Eucharist enabling people to live in communion Poetry, prose, history, information, stories, Bible, Old Testament, New Testament, genre Eucharist, communion, community, unity, friendship, nourish

a study over time tracing how several aspects of national history are reflected in the locality

The area of study is The Victorians

Key Vocabulary Abacus, slate and chalk, evolved, Queen Victoria, inventions, advocate,

Children will be introduced to the key features of the Victorians through the beliefs and attitudes.&nbsp; Children will examine the differences in education from Victorian times to now. Understanding that there are so many inventions that we continue to use today, that the legacy of Victorian times is vital to our technological development. Children to look at how religion was challenged through science, but how faith has overcome that.

 speak in sentences, using familiar vocabulary, phrases and basic language structures  develop accurate pronunciation and intonation so that others understand when they are reading aloud or using familiar words and phrases  present ideas and information orally to a range of audiences

The area of study is Modern Foreign Languages

Key Vocabulary Médico Vendedor Camarero Policía Profesor vendedora camarera profesora

•	Use	a	dictionary	and	existing	 knowledge to solve riddles •	Work	out	meanings	using	 knowledge	of	English •	Understand	that	some	nouns	for	 occupations change their spelling in relation to gender •	Understand	key	details	from	a	short,	 spoken passage •	Recognise	that	word	order	may	vary	 between languages •	Use	a	dictionary	to	find	additional	 nouns to construct short sentences

recognise that living things have changed over time and that fossils provide information about living things that inhabited the Earth millions of years ago recognise that living things produce offspring of the same kind, but normally offspring vary and are not identical to their parents identify how animals and plants are adapted to suit their environment in different ways and that adaptation may lead to evolution

The area of study is Evolution and Inheritance

Key Vocabulary Offspring, characteristics, vary/variation, inherit/inheritance, environmental variation, evolution, fossils,

Can you succeed in the Game of Survival? Take part in a series of challenges and see if you can accrue enough points to make it onto the Game of Survival leaders’ board. You will need to have your evolutionary wits about you and a keen eye for the survival of the fittest

How you can help your child's learning this half term.

During your night prayers, pray how we can treat everyone equally Read for 30 minutes Learn their Five Fabulous Things •Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901 (Legacy) •Lord Shaftesbury was a leading advocate of improving&nbsp; children’s life in Britain. (People) •In 1870 a law was passed which made it mandatory for all children aged between 5-10 in Britain to attend school (Education) •Inventions in the Victorian era have led to technological developments today. (Sources) •Alfred Tennyson said ‘believe where we cannot prove.’ (Religion) At the end of this topic, children will have an independent piece that will be assessed. They will be asked to dress as a Victorian and say a speech like Lord Shaftesbury You can help them by going over certain language that will help them with this task.

Through books, we will be learning about our past.

develop flexibility, strength, technique, control and balance

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The area of study is Gymnastics

Key Vocabulary Levels, contrast, contact, non-contact, stable, structure, base, strength, core

Holes and barriers – for children to explore partner work at different levels. To focus on stretch, curled, contact and non-contact with partner. For children to understand the importance of a stable base.

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