Welcome back to the first half of Spring term! I hope you had a restful break and are ready to come back refreshed and ready to start a new topic! We have a lot of exciting things planned for you.

What will be learning about this half-term?

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Below, you'll find our History and Science Knowledge Organisers, which outline the key learning for this half-term. Additionally, you’ll see the spelling units we’ll be covering in class.

We will also be visiting Creswell Crags as part of our stone age topic and more information can be found on this blog: Keyworth Primary and Nursery School - Year 3 Educational Visit to Creswell Crags on 6.2.25

What is our class text for this half-term?

Last half-term, we loved diving into the captivating world of The Wild Robot by Peter Brown. This half-term, we’re looking forward to exploring two exciting short chapter books: The Great Flood and The Great Cave by Terry Deary. Children are welcome to bring their own copies to school and read along with us – it’s a great way to build their love of reading!​

What are the school homework expectations?

• Reading: Please ensure your child is reading at least 3 times a week at home and that their home-school reading books are signed each week. You’re also welcome to attend Reading Lair to complete this together!
• DoodleMaths and DoodleSpell: Children should aim to stay in their Green Zone, which means completing approximately 40 minutes of practice each week. Spelling units can be found below.
• Silver Reading Challenge: Encourage your child to work toward their Silver Reading Challenges, which are located at the back of their home-school book.
• Class Blog: Check the class blog regularly to keep up with everything we’re doing in school!

PE

Year 3 will have PE sessions every Tuesday afternoon and Thursday afternoon with Miss Robinson. Please ensure your child is prepared with the correct PE kit for each session.

PE Kit includes:

• Red top
• Black shorts or joggers
• Jewellery must be removed, and longer hair should be tied up.

As some PE lessons will take place outdoors, please provide additional layers for colder days. All kits should be clearly named to avoid any mix-ups.

Key dates for your diary:                                                 ​

•  Monday 6th January-Children back in school
• Monday 13th January- Joseph Coelho Virtual Poet Visit for Y3 
• Tuesday 14th January 3.05-3.25- Y3 parents invited in to see Y3 'Extreme weather' learning (in the dining hall).
• Tuesday 21st January-Movie Night
• Wednesday 29th January-Chinese New Year
• Monday 3rd February-Friday 7th February- Childrens' Mental Health Week
• Monday 3rd February-Book week assembly 
• Thursday 6th February- Y3 trip to Cresswell Crags-Please see this blog for more information: click here
• Tuesday 11th February-Safer Internet Day
• Friday 14th February-Inset day-School closed
• Monday 17th February- Half term begins
•  Monday 24th February- School reopens
• Friday 28th February- Young voices (choir)

I’m looking forward to seeing you all very soon!

Take care,

Miss Fowell