Maths – Multiplication and Division
During this unit, students will be learning about multiplication and division. This will include lessons on:
- the language of multiplication and division
- strategies to multiply and divide
- choosing the right strategy
- problem solving
- analysing equations for errors
- worded problems.
By the end of this unit, students will show their understanding of multiplication and division through an open-ended, problem-solving task and an Essential Assessment test.
Fractions
During this unit, students will be learning about fractions. This will include lessons on:
- modelling and representing fractions
- comparing fractions
- locating fractions on number lines
- adding and subtracting fractions
Extension learning includes:
- equivalent fractions
- decimals and fractions.
By the end of this unit, students will show their understanding of fractions through an open-ended task and test.
Inquiry- Australia
During this unit, students will be learning about Australia. This will include lessons on:
- states and territories
- history of Australia’s settlement
- a variety of tourist locations
- how Australia has changed over time
- why people live and visit locations
By the end of this unit, students will show their understanding of Australia by filling in a blank map of Australia with information they have learnt and collating information they have learned throughout the unit into a PowerPoint presentation.
Writing- Poetry
During this unit, students will be learning about poetry. This will include lessons on:
- Features of a poem
- What a poetic device is
- Metaphors and similes
- Onomatopoeia and hyperboles
- Imagery and emotive language
By the end of this unit, students will have written a book of short poems