Froghoppers Class

- Froghoppers-

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How did the arrival of the Romans change Britain?

Britain formed part of the Roman Empire for almost 400 years and during that time it underwent significant changes, which, in turn, set in motion developments that have continued to influence the direction of the country ever since. 

First, we will explore the concept of invasion. For the first time in British history a foreign power planned and executed a very expensive and ultimately successful invasion. Why? What was it about Britain at this time that the Romans wanted? Why go to all that effort and expense? 

After that, pupils are invited to explore why at one point in their occupation the Romans were only one battle away from being forced to retreat from Britain. Here they are introduced to the historical heroine that is Boudica. 

In the final line of enquiry, pupils are challenged not only to understand what gladiators were, but what they represented and why gladiatorial combat at free public events or games was such an important aspect of Roman life. Why did high-ranking Roman officials organise these very expensive events to entertain the lowest social classes?

Website links you might like to explore:

 BBC Romans

Who were the Romans? BBC 

Keep revising your times tables using TTRS. You need to be able to quickly recall your facts up to 12 x 12 and their corresponding division facts.

Both Year 3 and 4 children will need to complete the Multiplication Tables Check, so regularly looking at 'Soundcheck' on TTRS will really help you! You can also have a go at Multiplication Tables Check at home!

Throughout the year, we will continue to look at the Year 3/4 Statutory Spellings. These are spellings that we are expected to learn throughout LKS2. Please follow the link to see these spellings and continue learning at home.

Rainbow writing

Pyramid words

Trace, copy and replicate

Drawing around the word to show the shape

Words without vowels

Be as creative as you like with your spelling practice!

Important things to remember:

PE days in Term 1 are Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Please ensure you bring your water bottle to class - with a sports cap lid.

Please make sure you have a reading book in school every day.

General

Here are some general educational resources  saved here for you to explore!