Following on from what we just learnt about the human body, our new unit of work focuses on 'Sound and Light'
This unit of work is part of the International Primary Curriculum and sets out clearly what children will learn - the learning goals - in three different areas.
1. Learning goals for the subjects of the curriculum.
2. Personal development - the characteristics which will help children become more responsible, independent learners.
3. International understanding - which will help children develop both a sense of the independence of their own country and culture and the interdependence between countries and cultures.
During this unit we will be focusing on Science, Technology, Music and International
In Science, we’ll be finding out:
- Where sound and light come from
- What sounds we can make with objects
- What happens when sounds enter our ears
- How animals use their sense of sight and sound
- How we can change sounds
In Technology, we’ll be finding out:
- How to design and make a drum
In Music, we’ll be finding out:
- How to play a drum rhythm
In International, we’ll be finding out:
- How languages are made up of different sounds
As the unit progresses, please discuss with your child the work they have done and let them teach you! Identify different sounds and lights in your home and talk about what makes them happen. Discuss how we can make sound using our body, e.g. by whistling, clapping, singing etc., and how we can create tunes with musical instruments. If you have any books at home that relate in any way to our topic, please feel free to bring them to school!
Don't forget that to kick off this unit our Entry point is visiting the Sound Factory in Brugge on Monday 3rd November! We will be leaving school at 9.00am. Please make sure your child wears appropriate clothing for the weather and brings a snack and cold lunch.
I hope you have enjoyed the lovely Autumn weather during the half-term break, and see you soon!