Year 6 has had an amazing couple of weeks! Inspired by Monster Calls by Patrick Ness, we have created and written our own unique narratives with monsters (encountered in dark alleyways, school corridors, underground sewers and forests to name but a few ideas)! We are going to publish them this week because we are excited to share them with you when we have our open afternoon in a few weeks' time.
Our passions have also been ignited during speech writing lessons as we have been understanding the issues behind Global Goal 11.4 and its aims to protect and safeguard the world's cultural heritage. In particular, we have been outraged that Greece's cultural heritage still lies in the hands of the British Government as it refuses to return the Parthenon Sculptures (also known as the Elgin Marbles) to Greece. Every child in Year 6 has written a compelling speech as to why we all need to lobby our MPs and persuade the government to return the sculptures, friezes and carvings to their rightful home in Greece. Sadly, there can only be one representative from each year 6 class on speech day, however we are proud every single pupil in year 6 and all children will be bringing their speeches home to deliver to you over the half term break.
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Last week, we were lucky to attend two virtual author events as part of the Festival of Literature (M G Leonard and Phil Earle). Both writers were inspirational. Not only did we learn about the process of writing but we were intrigued to discover how authors research material for their books (through films and practical experience). For Phil Earle this seemed to involve eating a lot of Frazzles! For M G Leonard this has included developing a deep understanding of the conduct of insects and birdwatchers! I don't think that we will ever look a ladybird in the same way again!
In Science we are nearing the end of our unit on electricity which has 'sparked' lots of enthusiasm from the children, particularly in looking the practical implications of circuits and switches in the home, as well as the impact of adding or removing different components from the circuits that we have been making in class. We have some budding future scientists in Year 6!
Talking of scientists, the children have been fascinated to learn about the brilliance of Ancient Greek engineers, mathematicians, astronomers, inventors and doctors. Do not be surprised if you hear the word 'Eureka' every now and again as we recall the marvel that is Archimedes, the inventor of the claw that stopped invading ships in their tracks!
We have had a great half term, signified by the children's love of learning! Well done Year 6.
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