Year-3-Summer-2-Curriculum (ID 1054)

• English
  English

  We are exploring an exciting persuasive writing unit inspired by the book Zeraffa Giraffa. Through drama, role play, creative writing, and rich vocabulary work, we will explore the incredible true story of a giraffe gifted to the King of France. We will develop our skills in using persuasive language, structuring non-fiction texts, and writing for different audiences. The children will plan and write their own persuasive guide encouraging people to visit Zeraffa at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris.

• Maths
  Maths

  This half term we’re learning about:

  • Time– Telling the time to the nearest minute, analogue and digital, hours, minuets and seconds.

  • Money– Converting pounds and pence, adding and subtracting money and finding change.

  • Angles and properties of shape– Recognise and name 2D shapes and 3D shapes, identify right angles and compare angles.

  • Statistics - Read and interpret pictograms and bar charts

• PSHE
  PSHE

  This half term in PSHE, children will be learning about money and economic wellbeing. They’ll explore different ways to pay for things and when each method might be useful. They’ll learn what a budget is, how it helps us manage money, and think about how spending choices can affect others and the environment. The children will also discuss jobs — learning that there are lots of different careers, and that people’s skills and interests can lead them down different paths. They’ll reflect on job stereotypes and why everyone should feel free to follow their own ambitions.

• RE
  RE

  This half term in RE, children will explore the big question: How and why do people try to make the world a better place? They’ll learn how Christians, Jews, Muslims and Humanists are inspired by their beliefs to care for the world and others. Children will explore key teachings like the Golden Rule and concepts such as Tikkun Olam and Zakat, and discover how charities and individuals put these beliefs into action. They’ll also reflect on their own ideas about kindness, fairness, and responsibility — thinking about what they can do to help make a positive difference in the world.

• Science
  Science

  We are learning about significant scientist and inventors:

  Mary Anning - A palaeontologist who found the first fossils of prehistoric animals.

  Isaac Newton - A scientist who studied gravity and motion

  Doug Allen - A wildlife photographer and cameraman whose work has helped us to understand more about animals and their habitats.

• Geography
  Geography

  This half term in Geography, children will be learning all about coastlines. They’ll find out how features like beaches, cliffs, caves and stacks are formed, and explore how the sea shapes our land through processes like erosion and deposition. Using real maps, they’ll locate coastal areas around the UK and understand how tides and waves impact these environments. The children will also explore how people use and protect the coast, and why these areas are important. Through hands-on activities and map work, they’ll build a strong understanding of the physical and human features of our coastline.

• PE
  PE

  Year 3 are developing their skills in running, jumping and throwing this half term. They’ll explore the difference between sprinting and distance running, learn how to pass a baton in a relay, and begin to use correct techniques in events like javelin and long jump. They’ll also start thinking about how to pace themselves and aim for personal bests.

• DT
  DT

  This half term in Design and Technology, children will be designing and making their own pneumatic toys. They’ll explore how air can be used to create movement, learning about simple pneumatic systems and how they work. After experimenting with different mechanisms, children will generate and develop their own ideas through labelled sketches and diagrams. They’ll then choose suitable materials and equipment to build a working model that meets a design brief. By the end of the unit, each child will have created a finished toy with moving parts powered by air — combining creativity with engineering skills.

• Dance
  Dance

  This half term, Year 3 are learning how to create dance sequences with structure and style. They’ll practise modern dance moves, explore different formations (like circles or zig-zags), and perform routines with a clear beginning and end. They’ll also begin to reflect on how they can improve their performances.

• Music
  Music

• Computing
  Computing

  In computing we will use Purple Mash to learn about:

  Simulations: To explore a simulation and understand the purpose of them.

  Graphing: Enter data into a graphing software and use it to answer questions.

  Presenting (MS power point): Create and present our own power points using MS power point.

• Spanish
  Spanish

  This half term in Spanish, children will be revising key vocabulary and practising how to ask and answer familiar questions confidently. They'll recap colours, numbers, animals, food and drink, family members, and the days and months — while also learning about life in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries. Through songs, games, and speaking activities, they’ll explore cultural traditions and build their confidence in forming full sentences, expressing opinions, and using Spanish in a range of everyday situations. It’s a lively and practical way to round off the year’s learning and celebrate their progress.