Welcome to Rowan - Year 3!

Autumn Term

What a fantastic start to the year! Rowan Class’ creativity and enthusiasm has been wonderful to see as they have already sunk their teeth into lots of new and exciting learning this Autumn term.

Stone Age

In history, we are learning about the Stone Age and our first guided reading text is The Stone Age Boy by Satoshi Kitamura. This beautifully illustrated story tells the tale of a young boy who walks through the woods and falls down a hole… into the Stone Age! He meets a young Stone-Age girl called Om and, with her help, discovers lots about Stone Age people and their way of life. He lands back in the modern day with a thud, questioning if his prehistoric experience was real or just a vivid dream.

Rowan class have loved imagining what Stone Age life was like, drawing some of their own interpretations. We have had interesting conversations about our similarities and differences, and any misconceptions and questions the children have had about the time period.

Take a look at some of their drawings!

Prehistoric art

In art, we have begun to study primitive paintings and drawings, focusing on their simplicity and context.

English

In English, we have been learning about Aesop’s fables. These are stories passed down through generations with a very important message, or moral, at the end. So far, we have looked at The Hare and the Tortoise, The Fox and the Crow, The Boy Who Cried Wolf and The Lion and the Mouse.

To develop oracy skills further, we have acted out the stories and put actions to words, becoming great story re-tellers.

Physical Education

We have started the term with swimming lessons which we are very excited about! In our outdoor sessions, we have been honing our cross country skills, learning how to pace ourselves and be the tortoise, not the hare!

Spring Term

Rowan class have been diving into the fascinating world of rocks and fossils, where they've taken on the role of budding archaeologists. Through hands-on activities, they’ve examined different types of rocks, learning about their origins and how they change over time. They’ve also explored ancient fossils, uncovering clues about past life forms and how these remarkable remains tell the story of Earth’s history. With a mix of curiosity and excitement, the students have developed a deeper understanding of the natural world and the processes that shape it. 

During the afternoons, we have been having some very calm and serene time during art lessons. The children have created mood boards, drawing inspiration from the colours, textures and sounds of the rainforest. Using a variety of art materials and equipment, the children have really brought the rainforest to life!