Badgers (Year 3)

Welcome!

We are delighted to welcome you to the Brilliant Badgers class for an exciting year filled with lots of fun and exciting adventures together. Here you will find everything you need to know about your child's learning journey. Please check this webpage regularly for any updates and all things class related!

Miss. Fox and Mrs. Barrett

Cave Art

We have started the academic year by travelling back to a time before the birth of Christ, rolling all the way back to The Stone Age! The children have created our very own class cave display, using cave art pictures of Stone age animals. As historians, we have been discussing the threats and assets to the people who lived during this very hard era.

Class Prayer and Liturgy

This week we have been planning our pupil led Prayer & Liturgy sessions. The Palaeolithic Team created a thoughtful service with the theme of 'New Beginnings'. It was wonderful to see the children asking questions and reading the 'Creation Story' aloud to the rest of the class. Well done team! 

Currciculum Morning with Parents/Carers!

Families enjoyed a delightful Year 3 curriculum morning with their children. Parents had the chance to witness their child's progress in writing, reading, and maths. They explored a variety of activities, dived into captivating stories, and unraveled mathematical mysteries, all while bonding over their educational journey. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with their child's education in a fun and interactive way.

Digital Art VS Sketchbooks 

In Year 3, the children enjoyed a lesson where they compared drawing using a laptop to a pencil in their sketchbooks. They had a discussion about which method they found easier and what the laptop allowed them to do that was different from using a pencil. It was an engaging exploration of art and technology.

Black History Month: Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock

Year 3 students completed their Black History Month project on Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock. They explored her inspiring journey and significant contributions, deepening their understanding of her remarkable achievements. A wonderful celebration of diversity and learning!

Pre-historic animals

During a captivating Year 3 art lesson, children sketched prehistoric animals with great enthusiasm. Once their drawings were complete, they embarked on a unique transformation. They gently rubbed a tea bag over their artwork, giving it an aged, weathered appearance. This hands-on activity not only honed their artistic skills but also transported them back in time, making history come alive on paper.

Stone Henge Playdough Models

In a creative session, Year 3 children used playdough to craft models of Stonehenge. They molded the iconic stone circle, bringing history to life through their imaginative creations. It was a hands-on journey back in time, sparking their curiosity and artistic flair.

Skeletons!

The Badger's Class have been busy crafting skeletons using cotton buds. Through this hands-on activity, they learned about the three types of skeletons: endoskeleton, exoskeleton, and hydrostatic skeleton, deepening their understanding of the different bones in their body, while having a fantastic time being creative.

Stone Age Homework

The Badger's Class have worked exceptionally hard to complete their Stone Age homework. They showcased their newfound knowledge and creativity, bringing the past to life through their projects. A fantastic journey through time and learning! It was fantastic to see the time and effort they put into creating such wonderful work.

Portias Spiders!

The Badger's Class drew the intricate Portia spider and skillfully added color and texture using paint and chalk. Alongside their stunning artwork, they wrote a captivating non-chronological report about these fascinating creatures. This engaging blend of art and writing ignited their curiosity and creativity, resulting in a fantastic exploration of the natural world.

Spellings

Curiculum Letter

Homework

Knowledge Organisers

Science- Forces and Magnets

History- Victorians

Welcome to Vile Victorians!

Step into the fascinating world of the 'Vile Victorians' with our new class topic! Transport yourself back in time as we delve into the quirks and curiosities of this historical era. To kick things off, we'll be crafting Victorian lanterns using collage techniques, and exploring the intricate architecture of the time by creating Victorian houses with chalk and black paper. Join us on this exciting journey as we uncover the peculiarities and innovations of the Victorian age!

Our Trip to the Black Country Living Museum!

The children stepped back in time with a trip to The Black Country Museum. They experienced what life would have been like for the very few fortunate children that had the opportunity to attend school. They couldn't believe you had to pay!

We visited the homes of Harry, Lilian and Samuel. We contemplated how fortunate we are at not having to share a bathroom with up to eight other families or use a 'guzunder!'

The children had an excellent time and were a credit to St Peter's!

Anti-Bullying week!

During Anti-Bullying Week, the Badger's class united to promote kindness, empathy, and inclusivity. As a creative expression, we thought of a unique poem highlighting the importance of compassion. We tapped into our imaginative powers by designing our own anti-bullying superheroes. This reminded us that we are all heroes when we choose kindness. Make a noise against bullying!

Pudsey Bear!

We were fortunate enough to have a visit from Pudsey Bear! Thank you for donating to Children in Need. 

Victorian Art

Our talented Year 3's have been on an incredible artistic journey, combining their historical knowledge with their budding art skills. 🖼ï¸Â📚 They skillfully drew their partner's portrait and cut out striking silhouettes reminiscent of the Victorian era. They then captured the essence of royalty by drawing a portrait of none other than Queen Victoria herself! 👸ðŸÂ» Showcasing their attention to detail and creativity. 🖌ï¸Â✂ï¸Â

Pope Francis

In RE, the Badger's class have been working hard to write a response to one of Pope Francis' tweets. They were able to link this to our Virtues and Values, as well as our Catholic Social Teaching Principles. Enjoy reading some of their heart- warming responses. 

Pupil-led Prayer and Liturgy for Parents/Carers.

The Badger's class took charge in a wonderful, heartwarming Prayer and Liturgy session with their parents. Focused on the theme of Advent, the children and adults got creative, writing their own promises for the Liturgical season and turning them into a charming Advent wreath. Joy and warmth filled the room as the children guided their parents through moments of reflection, thinking about how we can all become a better person.

Welcome back and a very happy new year!

In year 3, we will be continuing with our topic of the Vile Victorians.

Check back soon to find out what we have been up to!

 Our Year 3 production rehearsals are underway and looking and sounding fabulous already. Not only have we been practising our lines, we have been getting arty with prop and scenery making.

When we're not singing or acting, we can be found chanting our Time Tables, especially our 3's and 4's in our Maths lessons.

In English, we have been predicting and writing an alternative ending to the short film

'Girl and Robot'. 

We have been thinking about forgiveness and reconciliation in our RE lessons, this term. We have also been thinking about our strengths. This is us celebrating our talents

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Spring 2 - Rock 'N' Roll Curriculum Overview

Rock 'N' Roll - Science Knowledge Organiser

Homework Spring 2 - Rock 'N' Roll

Rock 'N' Roll - Humanities Knowledge Organiser

World Book Day!

Hockey Tournament!

The Badger's class had the privilege of travelling to a hockey tournament, playing friendly matches against other schools. It was pleasing to see their enthusiasm and determination for a new sport. Their teamwork skills and encouragement for their classmates was heart-warming to see! Well done Brilliant Badgers, you were a credit to St Peter's!

Pizza Making....Yummy!

Year 3 were fortunate enough to make their own pizzas. They had a lot of fun choosing their toppings, kneading dough and sprinkling mighty amounts of cheese! In the afternoon, they sat and devoured their pizza's whilst listening to some Italian music to set the scene!

Palm Sunday Role Play!

Easter Bonnets!

The children LOVED sharing their Easter Bonnets, especially during the parade! Well done Badgers! Have a fabulous, restful Easter break.

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WELCOME TO THE SUMMER TERM, BRILLIANT BADGERS!

Our new toppic is called.... FAIRY TALES, FURRY TAILS & BURRO TAILS

Wolf Art!

The Badger's class have been looking at drawings of wolves. We took a close look at the features of a wolf and discussed the techniques the artist used.

Badger's Class assembly about gratitude!

Today, the Badger's class shared their learning all about being thankful and showing gratitude with their parents and the rest of the school. The children spoke clearly and sang beautifully and discovered how lots of small things can add up to a lot....look at the length of our paper chain! 

FAITHS AROUND THE WORLD!

We continued our learning about Hinduism by completing a piece of artwork called 'Chitrakala'. We then traced the word 'Hindu' in Hindi. 

We began our Summer term by exploring 'Faiths Around the World'. In year 3 we learn about Hinduism. The Badger's class started by asking 'I wonder...' questions about Brahman. We have researched a selection of Hindu deities and explored special items and decorations that are placed on a Hindu shrine. 

Be prepared to commence a fun-filled, sunny (hopefully!) journey filled with curiosity, excitement, adventures and endless laughter. We cannot wait to share it with you!

Spellings - Week 24 - Challenge - 21.03.24

Spellings - Week 25 - Suffix 'er' - 12.04.24Fairy Tales, Furry Tails & Burro Tails Homework

Fairy Tales, Furry Tails & Burro Tails Curriculum Letter

Fairy Tales, Furry Tails & Burro Tails Knowledge Organiser

World School Knowledge Organiser

Hinduism Knowledge Organiser

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