Thursday
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English
Making sentences of three - writing game
The power of three is a well-known device used by writers. In this game, we will produce sentences with three chunks. Today, we will write sentences of three for description of an object, a character and a setting.
Example description of an object:
The clock had a rusted frame, a scratched face and patches of its original vibrant colour.
Your turn ... write a sentence of three to describe the candle.
Example description of a character:
The queen was wicked, manipulative and evil-spirited.
Your turn ... write a sentence of three to describe the king.
Example description of a setting:
The room was smothered in cobwebs clinging to every corner, vegetation crept through the flapping doors and tatty chairs stood unloved and filthy.
Your turn ... write a sentence of three to describe the shed.
Maths
Year 4
Compound Shapes
Worksheet
Answers
Year 5
Lesson video - Area of Irregular Shapes
Worksheet
Answers
Science
Properties and Changes of Materials
This week we are investigating the properties of materials. Click the link for information on how to identify the properties and why they are used for specific objects.
Properties of materials
Investigate some objects around your home and identify some of their properties, aim for three. Think about their:
Thermal conductivity
Electrical conductivity
Magnetism
Hardness
Solubility
Transparency
Insulator
Use this sheet to help you record your ideas Properties of materials
PSHCE - Health and well-being
Go through the power-point, thinking carefully about the points being made.
Healthy Diet
List or draw your ideas for a healthy diet.
Then write about the impact of a good night's sleep.
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