Welcome to an exciting Summer 2 term in Year 3! We have a fantastic range of topics planned that will inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. Here’s an overview of what your child will be exploring over the coming weeks:
Science – Rocks and Rumbles
In Science, our focus will be on ‘Rocks and Rumbles’. The children will:
- Explore different types of rocks and learn how they are formed
- Investigate the properties of rocks and soils
- Understand how fossils are created
- Discover how the Earth’s surface changes over time
There will be plenty of hands-on investigations to help bring this topic to life!
Geography – Layers of the Earth, Earthquakes and Volcanoes
In Geography, we will be diving beneath the surface to learn about the structure of the Earth. The children will:
- Identify and describe the different layers of the Earth
- Learn about tectonic plates and how they move
- Understand how earthquakes and volcanoes occur
- Explore famous volcanic eruptions and their impact on people and places
This topic encourages curiosity about the natural world and helps pupils understand powerful Earth processes.
Art – Inspired by Andy Goldsworthy
This term in Art, we will be studying the work of Andy Goldsworthy, a renowned natural artist. The children will:
- Explore examples of his creative outdoor sculptures
- Use natural materials such as leaves, stones, and sticks
- Design and create their own nature-inspired artwork
- Reflect on how art can be temporary and connected to the environment
This is a wonderful opportunity for children to combine creativity with the outdoors.
We are looking forward to a fantastic term full of engaging learning experiences. As always, your support at home makes a huge difference—talking to your child about what they are learning really helps to deepen their understanding.
Please see below for key documents.
Rock, Relics & Rumbles Geography KO
Rocks, Rumbles & Relics Science Knowledge Organiser