Foxes (Year 3)

Spellings

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fOXES MATHS!

Foxes class have been working hard on their number bonds. They extended their understanding by using number bonds to 10 to tackle bigger numbers with great success. It's wonderful to see their growing confidence in maths!

Black HISTORY MONTH!

Our Year 3's have been learning about Mary Seacole as part of Black History Month. They explored her inspiring life and created a vibrant poster to celebrate her incredible contributions to history.

Foxes Prayer and liturgy!

During Foxes Prayer and Liturgy we thought about 'Harvest'. The children thought about why the harvest period is important and we thought about items of food we can donate to those who may have less than us. 

This is the prayer we created: 

Dear God, 

Thank you for all the food we have. We are grateful for the farmers who help. Thank you for the sunshine and rain that helps crops grow. Please remind us to share what we have with others and to be thankful for what we recieve. Amen.

Making a classic victorian toy!

Year 3 had an exciting History lesson learning about Victorian toys! They even got hands-on, making their own cup and ball toys using paper cups, string, and tinfoil. It was great fun bringing the past to life!

recreating a baptism!

The Year 3 class recently visited St. Peter's Church to learn about the significance of Baptism. The children participated in a reenactment of the ceremony, gaining insight into its meaning and symbols. They enjoyed seeing the Font, a Baptismal candle and playing the role of Parents and Godparents.  

Finished victorian artwork!

The Foxes Class have finished their Victorian artwork- they are wonderful!

Victorian art!

The Foxes class have been busy using watercolour paints to create a sunset. In the next few days, they will be using black card to create a silhouette of Victorian factories and a winding gear machine that was used to lift carts of coal from the mines. As you can see, we are in the early stages of finishing them- Please come back soon to see their finished artwork!

Little litter warriors!

What a fantastic two days we have had working with Karen from Little Litter Warriors. We have learnt so much about litter and the impact it has on our world. The children embraced their role as stewards of God's creation, by collecting litter on school grounds. They were astonished by how much was collected- they found over 300 pieces of litter!

Piet Mondrian Maths Artwork!

Exciting learning in Year 3! Today, our young artists explored abstract art inspired by the legendary Piet Mondrian. Not only did they unleash their creativity, but they also dove deep into the world of place value, representing numbers up to 1000 through their vibrant creations. Each colorful block and line they made not only showcases their artistic flair but also reflects their understanding of how numbers can be broken down and represented visually. It’s amazing to see math come to life through art! Can you work out the number they are representing? 

Sun Safety and UV light

In Science, the Foxes class used UV beads to learn about sun safety! When inside, our beds were clear, however when we help them up to the light, they changed colour! The children learnt that even if it is a cloudy day, the UV light can still reach our skin!

Victorian adventures!

What a fantastic day Year 3 had stepping back in time at the Black Country Museum.

From the moment we arrived, dressed in our finest Victorian outfits, the magic began. The children looked like they had walked straight out of history with their bonnets, waistcoats, and shawls! We explored cobbled streets, visited traditional shops, and even experienced a real Victorian classroom—chalkboards, strict teachers, and all! The children were curious, engaged, and absolutely loved immersing themselves in the past. It’s safe to say we all came away with newfound knowledge, smiles, and maybe even a few Victorian manners! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the unforgettable.

Welcome Back!

Welcome to Year 3 Foxes Class! We're thrilled to start an exciting academic year with you. Our first topic will be all about the Victorians where we will explore what life was like in this fascinating period of history. Get ready for a journey back in time as we uncover the secrets of Victorian inventions, schools and daily life. I can't wait to learn and grow with you all this year. Below you'll find the curriculum information and knowledge organisers that outline what your child will be learning about this term. 

2024-Year-3-Curriculum-Letter-1.pdf

Homework-Victorians-2024.pdf

Vile-Victorians-Knowledge-Organiser-Year-3.pdf

Year-3-Science-Light-Knowledge-Organiser-2.pdf

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Finished batik

JESSE TREE

In Foxes class, we’ve been exploring the beautiful story of the Jesse Tree, tracing God’s plan from Creation to the birth of Jesus. Through Bible stories, we’ve learned about key moments and figures, such as Adam and Eve, Abraham, Moses, and King David, all leading to the arrival of Jesus. To bring these stories to life, we created our own Jesse Tree in class. Each child drew a unique picture symbolizing one of the stories, from a rainbow for Noah to a star for the Nativity. These illustrations now hang proudly on our class tree, reminding us of the journey through Advent and God’s promises fulfilled.

BATIK

In the Foxes Class, we embraced the festive season with a creative and hands-on art project—making Christmas decorations using the traditional technique of Batik! Each child designed their own decoration, applying hot wax with a canting tool to outline their patterns. Soon, we will be applying dye to bring their designs to life!

magnet strength

This week, our Year 3 Foxes class got hands-on with science as they tested the strength of magnets using paper clips! With plenty of curiosity, they explored how many paper clips different magnets could hold, sparking discussions about forces and if they size or shape of the magnet determined how many paper clips it could attract.

'visitation' art

Our talented Year 3's have been busy creating beautiful illustrations of Mary and Elizabeth during the Visitation! Using watercolour, chalk, and felt tips, they represented this special moment with creativity and care. Take a look at their wonderful artwork and celebrate their amazing efforts!

christmas workshop fun!

A huge THANK YOU to all the wonderful Year 3 parents who joined us this morning for the Christmas Craft Workshop! It was fantastic to see such great perseverance, especially when tackling the tricky Christmas wreaths with green wool and pom poms! The children had so much fun and all of the creations look absolutely fab! Your creativity and support made this morning very special, and we’re so grateful for the time you spent with us.

SCIENCE- FRICTION

Our Year 3 children had fun today diving into the fascinating world of friction in our Science lesson! They set out on a mission to discover which surface has the most friction. Armed with a ramp, a little car, and four different surfaces—carpet, foam, sandpaper, and wood—they put their scientific skills to the test! They carefully released the car down the ramp on each surface to see which one made the car slow down or stop the fastest! After lots of careful measuring and observations, they found out which surface created the most friction and which was the smoothest ride.

Anti-bullying week

This Anti-Bullying Week, we began celebrating what makes us all unique by wearing odd socks! Just like our socks, each of us is different, and that’s something to be proud of. By wearing odd socks, we're showing that we stand together against bullying and that we respect everyone’s right to be themselves. Let's make our class a place where kindness, respect, and friendship are the perfect match!

Foxes class had a fantastic time tuning into the BBC 2024 Live Lesson for Anti-Bullying Week! This year’s focus was all about Respect—exploring what it means, how to show it, and why it’s so important in our daily lives. Watching the lesson together sparked meaningful discussions and gave us all a chance to think about ways to make our school a kinder, more respectful place for everyone.

Orienteering

Year 3 had an exciting orienteering adventure! Equipped with maps and their teamwork skills, they set off to find the hidden numbers. Each location had a coloured cone that matched their map, and next to each cone was a number they needed to collect. The challenge was to navigate through the course, gather all the numbers, and then add them up to reveal the final answer. It was a fun and active way to practice their map reading and math skills!

Rememberance Day prayers

In Foxes Class, we have been thinking about Remembrance Day and what it means to remember those who sacrificied their life for our country. The children wrote their own special prayers, sharing wishes for peace, kindness, and a world without fighting. 

Jack in the box!

We had an amazing time designing and making our own jack-in-the-box toys using air power! We built a pneumatic system, learning how air can make things move up and down. With a little pump, we could make our surprise toy pop up just like a real jack-in-the-box. It was so exciting to see our creations come to life. 

Welcome Back

Welcome back to Autumn 2, Year 3! I hope you all had a fantastic half-term break. This term, we’re excited to dive back into our learning with lots of energy and enthusiasm as we continue our fascinating Victorian topic!

We will be a starting a new topic Science. See below the knowledge organiser which you can look at with you child!

Year-3-Science-Knowledge-Organiser-Forces-and-Magnets

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Faith Around The World Week- Hinduism

Today, as part of our Faiths Around the World week, Year 3 embraced the vibrant Hindu festival of Makar Sankranti! We dressed in a mix of black and colourful clothing – with black symbolising warmth for the coldest day of winter. In the afternoon, we dived into the rich traditions of the festival, learning about its significance and creating our own stunning kites. We then paraded our beautiful kites around our school playground to celebrate the joy and colours of this special day!

Our Year 3 Foxes have been learning all about Hinduism and the importance of the Mandir as a place of worship. To bring their learning to life, they sketched their very own Mandirs, outlining them in fine liner for a bold and beautiful finish. The results are stunning—just like their enthusiasm for learning about different cultures!

A mysterious letter and Cave Art!

We received a mysterious delivery in an old, tattered suitcase! Inside, we found a letter from Og, a Stone Age traveller, along with some incredible artifacts – a hand-crafted spear, a piece of flint, and other ancient tools! Og, who says he’s lived alongside mammoths and sabre tooth tigers, also told us all about the cave art that Stone Age people used to create. Inspired by his stories, we all had a go at recreating our own cave art for our classrooms! The results are amazing – we have our own little piece of prehistory right here! We were absolutely captivated by Og’s tales and we can’t wait to explore more about the Stone Age.

Welcome Back!

Welcome back, Year 3! We’re excited to kick off Spring 1 with our new topic all about the Stone Age. This half term, the children will be exploring prehistoric times, learning about early human history, and discovering how people lived and survived. We’ll delve into the fascinating world of cave art, early tools, and much more. It's sure to be an exciting and hands-on learning journey!

Spring-1-Stone-Age-curriculum-information.pdf

Spring-1-Stone-Age-curriculum-overview.pdf

Knowledge-organiser-Stone-Age.pdf

Homework-Stone-Age.pdf

Year-3-Prayers.pdf