This half term in Year 4, our classes have been learning all about the significance of the Tower of London, which is a part of our local history. We have also been learning about so many exciting topics in our other subjects – science, computing, music instrument lessons, PE, literacy, maths and more! Here is a selection of some pictures of this half term…
Science: Electrical Circuits
A kettle – runs on electricity! 
electricity! 
Creating circuits 
It works! That Eureka moment… 
Teamwork! 
Helping each other to make a complete circuit 
They did it! 
Smiles of joy
Exploring task in teams 
Which materials are insulators and which are conductors? 
“A wire hanger is a conductor because it’s made from metal!” 
Making a circuit which included a zip!
Maths: Place Value
Making big numbers 
We were learning about how many hundreds are in one thousand. 
We are confident at counting in 100s 
Using ten frames & counters to make 4-digit numbers.
Computing: How networks communicate
Creating messages to send in our ‘network’. 
Learning about switches, routers and connected networks. 
Through Be Internet Legends, we practiced our skill of knowing what is real and what is fake online. 
We also used our Chromebook devices during English lessons for research. 
Using split-screen to write up notes about our research. 
Deciphering misinformation which has spread online. 
Blocking hackers from interrupting our networks! 
Using the Chromebooks to make notes for literacy 
Chrisp Street Market: Architect Project
The formidable tower 
After climbing all those steps, we were treated with the view 
With the architects and HARCA representative 
Taking in the view over Poplar 
Back in class, we set to making our own clock tower 
Proud of his own clock tower!
The Tower of London – Trip!
The view of modern London from the Tower 
See our other Year 4 blog for more pictures
Musical Instruments
Our amazing cellists 
Assembling the clarinet takes skill and practice.
