Letter to Parents - January 2012

Dear Parents,

Happy New Year and welcome to the start of the new term!

Firstly, I would like to say a huge thank you for all your support and help in motivating your children for what was a terribly gruelling term last term. I was delighted with their progress and really appreciated all their hard work and dedication. I hope you all managed to enjoy a lovely and relaxing break and are reenergised for what this busy term has in store!

We will be covering some very interesting topics this term and we welcome any artefacts (not precious ones), posters and books you may have that the children want to bring in.

History

Ancient Greek Ideas

One of history’s most fascinating eras, we will be delving into the world of ancient Greece and the tremendous legacy that it has left us. We will be looking at inventions, theories and ideas, thinking carefully about how and why they came about as well as some of their renowned creators.

Geography

Oceans Under Threat

With some of the world’s most endangered habitats, we will look at how oceans have been largely negatively affected by humans and other environmental factors. We will consider how this is affecting its inhabitants and the rest of the world, and what may be done to save the future of, arguably, the globe’s most precious resource.

Science

More dissolving

This topic is split into two lessons; theory and practical. We will be studying how materials dissolve and solutions are made, considering how this is important in real life contexts.

Other information you may find useful is:

• There will be swimming for the Stars this term at the newly refurbished Golden Lane swimming pool. HOWEVER, please note that this is not likely to commence until after half term due to late completion.
• Netball will commence with Amy and Luke on Monday afternoons, so children will need to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
• There will be no more past papers...a relief for all!

Thank you for your continued support and please do carry on keeping me up to date with your child via the reading record.

Many thanks and best wishes,

Hannah