Welcome to Year 3 Class Page

We are really excited to share all our news and information with you, as well as the children's achievements!

There are two year 3 classes at Meadowhead Junior School.

3LG's class teacher is Mrs Gharda who is supported by Mrs Cherry.

3B's class teacher is Miss Barnes who is supported by Mrs Rawlins.

If you need to speak to any of the teachers, please catch them after school or by making an appointment via the office.

We look forward to a really exciting school year!

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Autumn 1 Week 3

Art

In today's art lesson, the children explored different textures by adding rice, lentils and couscous to create their own rough, realistic cave walls. They then sponge painted onto them using paints they had made themselves from natural pigments. The finished cave walls were full of colour, texture and scent, giving the children a real sense of how Stone Age artists might have worked.

Handwriting

This week, the Year 6 classes paid us a visit to support us with the presentation of our work. They focused on neat handwriting and forming letters accurately, as well as laying out the date and learning objective neatly on the line and underlining with a ruler. The Year 6 pupils have promised to return soon to check on our progress, so we have plenty of motivation to always do our very best.

Autumn 1 Week 2

Computing

To begin our new unit, Year 3 explored school for the devices that make up our network. They spotted and recorded components such as computers, printers and photocopiers. Back in the classroom, they shared their discoveries and explained what each device is used for, how it connects, and whether it is wired or wireless.

Maths

This week, Year 3 have been learning to partition numbers into tens and ones using part-whole models. They used concrete materials to build each number, making it easier to see how many tens and ones it contains. Handling the equipment has helped the children to develop a secure understanding of place value.

English

In English, Year 3 have been shown some clues and illustrations from the text we will be focusing on over the next term. We stepped inside each illustration describing what we might see, hear or smell in each setting and then made predictions about what the story will be about.

Autumn 1 Week 1

PSHE

In today's PSHE lesson, the class talked about what they thought PSHE lessons are for and recalled what they remember learning in Year 2. They then worked together to set expectations and guidelines for our lessons, so that everybody feels safe and comfortable to share their thoughts and feelings. By agreeing these ground rules as a class, we've built a supportive foundation for the year ahead.

Art

In today's art lesson, the children stepped back into the Stone Age to explore natural pigments and create their own paint colours, just as early people would have done. They investigated the colours and scents of natural materials such as cocoa, nutmeg and paprika, mixing and testing them to see what shades they could make.

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Summer 2 Week 5

Transition

Year 3 have been busy designing colourful welcome posters ready for the Year 2 children who will be moving up to join our school as our new Year 3s. It's a lovely way to show them that they'll be joining a friendly and welcoming school, while also demonstrating our school values to the upcoming classes. The children also enjoyed a transition morning with their new teacher, Miss Gill, getting to know her and finding out a little more about what Year 4 will bring.

Year 3 have been busy putting their creativity to good use, designing colourful welcome posters ready for the Year 2 children who will be moving up to join our school as our new Year 3s. It's a lovely way to show them that they'll be joining a friendly and welcoming school, while also demonstrating our school values to the upcoming classes. The children also enjoyed a transition morning with their new teacher, Miss Gill, getting to know her and finding out a little more about what Year 4 will bring.

PSHE

In PSHE, as part of our focus on economic wellbeing, Year 3 have been learning about a range of different occupations and what each of them involves. The children were excited to explore these different careers and enjoyed sharing their own aspirations for the future, including becoming artists, teachers, doctors and footballers!

Art

Year 3 have been developing their painting skills in art this week. They have used watercolours to bring their botanical illustrations to life, carefully observing the delicate details of leaves, petals and stems before mixing their colours and layering washes of paint to add depth and texture.

Summer 2 Week 4

Science

In science, we have been learning about light. We worked scientifically to test felt, cardboard, bubble wrap, tin foil and retroreflective material to see which was most reflective, making predictions beforehand about which material would work best. We then evaluated whether our predictions were correct or incorrect and explained why. We discovered that retroreflective material bounced back far more light than any of the others, making it the best choice for a child's book bag to help them stay seen while walking home in the darker afternoons.

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust

This week, the GULP team from Blackburn Rovers returned to work with Year 3! The children looked at the sugar content in lots of popular drinks and learnt how to check nutritional labels to make healthier choices. They also enjoyed some exercise in the sunshine, building their teamwork skills along the way.

History

In history, Year 3 has been learning all about the Romans. This week, we focused on the Roman invasion of Britain and how Boudica, leader of the Iceni tribe, fought back against the Romans and why we still remember her today. The children were fascinated by her courage and loved discovering how one brave leader can leave such a lasting mark on history!

Summer 2 Week 3

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust

This week, we were delighted to welcome visitors from Blackburn Rovers back into school as part of their GULP (Give Up Loving Pop) campaign. The children learnt about the effects of sugary drinks on dental health and the importance of making healthy choices. They also set up an investigation by submerging boiled eggs in different sugary drinks to explore how these can affect enamel over time. The session included a range of outdoor team activities, where the children demonstrated excellent teamwork and communication skills while learning about the benefits of regular exercise.

English

Year 3 has begun a new unit of writing based on a new book. As part of an immersive lesson, we explored a range of clues to help us make predictions about the story. We listened to a soundscape and examined a collection of objects and illustrations linked to the text. Using these clues, the children discussed their ideas and made thoughtful predictions about what they believe the story might be about.

Summer 2 Week 2

Geography

Year 3 have been exploring one of England's most beautiful places, the Lake District! To showcase their learning, they each created their own information leaflets, packed with details about the exciting things people can see and do there, from hiking and cycling to sailing and wildlife spotting.

English

This week in English, Year 3 have been busy writing diary entries in the role of Emily Sands, a daring Egyptologist exploring Ancient Egypt in the 1920s! The children have been working hard to use technical vocabulary, rhetorical questions and prepositions.

Summer 2 Week 1

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust

This week, Year 3 enjoyed a visit from Blackburn Rovers Community Trust, who introduced us to the GULP (Giving Up Loving Pop) challenge. We learnt about how much sugar is in fizzy drinks and talked about why it is important to drink plenty of water. The children were excited to receive their own Blackburn Rovers water bottles and were keen to take on the challenge of filling them with water instead of sugary drinks.

English

Year 3 explored technical vocabulary linked to archaeology and Ancient Egypt, using new words and phrases in context. They had the opportunity to take part in a role-play activity in which they acted as Emily Sands and an interviewer. They discussed archaeological discoveries, journeys, and theories about ancient artefacts, while practising the use of this vocabulary in their own spoken sentences.

Year 3 welcomed a dance teacher who will be working with the class over the next six weeks. The children enjoyed exploring different ways to express themselves through movement, showing creativity, enthusiasm, and confidence throughout the session. Everyone had lots of fun and is looking forward to developing their dance skills in the coming weeks.

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3LG - Autumn Week 4

What a hardworking week!

What a hardworking week we have had in Year 3! The children have been busy learning, creating and working together across all areas of the curriculum. We are so proud of the effort, enthusiasm and teamwork they have shown.

English

In English, the children wrote character descriptions of the Iron Man. Some amazing paragraphs were produced using kennings, similes and descriptive vocabulary to bring their writing to life.

In small groups, we acted out the part of The Iron Man when he was first seen on top of the cliff. We created freeze frames to show how Hogarth and the others might have felt when they saw the enormous giant. The children enjoyed using their facial expressions and body language to show their characters' emotions.

Maths

In Maths, the children used Base 10 equipment to help them add two-digit numbers together. They then progressed to using jottings to record their calculations and solve addition problems independently. It was fantastic to see the children becoming more confident in explaining their mathematical thinking.

Art

In Art, the children explored different textures by adding rice, lentils and couscous to create their own rough and realistic cave walls. They then sponge-painted onto their textured surfaces using paints they had made themselves from natural pigments.

The finished cave walls were full of colour, texture and even scent, giving the children a real sense of how Stone Age artists might have worked. The results were fantastic!

P.E.

In PE, the children went outside for an exciting orienteering session. They worked in pairs and were challenged to sit back-to-back with their hands linked before trusting each other to stand up together. This encouraged excellent communication, cooperation and teamwork.

The children also used their body parts to create letters and form words.

“We have written ‘cat’ using our body parts.” — Lincoln

“We are a cool group, so we’ve formed letters to write cool.” — Jacob H

During our indoor gymnastics session, the children produced a variety of individual and paired balances. They focused on pointing their toes, holding their balances and controlling different parts of their bodies. They showed great concentration and determination.

Music

In Music, we worked with a partner to create a musical call (question) and response (answer) about animals. We chose an animal and used a simple rhythm pattern on an untuned percussion instrument to represent its call. We then created a different rhythm as the response.

The children took turns playing their call and response patterns together and enjoyed experimenting with different rhythms and sounds.

Another fantastic week, Year 3! We are incredibly proud of all your hard work, creativity and teamwork.

Have a lovely weekend!

3LG - Autumn Week 3

What another fantastic, yet exhausting, week we have had in Year 3! The children have worked incredibly hard and have enjoyed lots of exciting learning across the curriculum.

English

This week, the class have been reading the first two chapters of The Iron Man. They have worked hard to write their very own Kenning poems inspired by the Iron Man. The children used some wonderfully ambitious vocabulary and were able to perform their poems with confidence. It has been fantastic to see them developing their creativity and speaking and listening skills.

Maths

In Maths this week, the children have been learning how to round numbers to the nearest 10. Although this was a little tricky to understand at first, the class persevered and worked hard to develop their understanding. They used number lines to help them decide which multiple of 10 a number was closest to. Well done, Year 3, for not giving up when things felt challenging!

Science

In Science, we have been learning about food groups. The children discussed different foods and explored the nutrients they contain and what these nutrients provide for our bodies. They enjoyed sharing their ideas and developing their understanding of the importance of a healthy and balanced diet.

Music

This week in Music, the class have been exploring rhythm through a safari-themed activity. They clapped along to different rhythms and then danced like different animals, thinking carefully about how each animal might move, act and sound. It was wonderful to see the children expressing themselves through movement and rhythm!

What a Week!

Another fantastic week of learning, creativity and perseverance! The children have worked so hard and should be incredibly proud of everything they have achieved.

Well done, Year 3 — enjoy a well-deserved rest!

3LG - Autumn Week 2

What a Busy Week 3LG Have Had!

What a busy week 3LG have had this week! It has taken a little while, but the children have now settled in beautifully, and it has been wonderful to see them growing in confidence and enjoying their learning.

English

In English this week, the children were introduced to a new book, The Iron Man. They made some amazing predictions by looking carefully at related images and thinking about what the story might be about.

The children shared some fantastic ideas and gave reasons for their predictions:

“I predict the book is about a young boy who makes Iron Man from metal and scrap from a junkyard. I know this because there are lots of metal and bolts in the picture.” – Jack G

“I predict the book will be about an Iron Man made of metal and comes to life.” – Matilda

We also explored a variety of vocabulary linked to the setting of The Iron Man. The children came up with some fantastic ideas and showed just how imaginative they can

be!

Maths

In Maths, the children have been learning about place value using Base 10. They explored how ten ones are the same as one ten and used practical resources to help develop their understanding.

The children also worked on recognising numbers using number counters and enjoyed using the resources to support their learning.

Phonics

In Phonics, the children have been busy recapping the ‘are’, ‘ear’ and ‘air’ sounds. They have been working hard to recognise these sounds and apply them when reading and spelling words.

PSHE

During our PSHE lesson, the children were learning about feelings and how people might behave in different situations.

We discussed body language, what someone might say, how they might feel and what they might do. The class had a really meaningful discussion and showed great empathy when considering how other people might feel in different situations.

Geography

In Geography, we learned about comparing places in the UK, including Lancashire and Merseyside.

The children used atlases to identify Lancashire and Merseyside and explored where these places are located. They enjoyed developing their map-reading skills and finding the different areas in the UK.

What a Week!

What a busy yet fun week 3LG have had! It has been fantastic to see the children settling into Year 3 so beautifully and embracing all of the exciting learning taking place in our classroom.

Well done, 3LG!

We hope you all have a lovely weekend!

3LG - Autumn Week 1

What an amazing first week we have had in school. Firstly, I would like to welcome the new children into the junior school. They have settled in amazingly and have been polite, hard-working and have shown enthusiasm at the start of their journey. The children have enjoyed being back together and have shared their summer adventures with each other.

Writing

The class started the week by reading the story 'The Tin Forest'. They explored the vocabulary and thought about how effective the language used was. After being immersed in the story and illustrations, they collectively worked together to think about how they could describe the setting of the story. This collaboration of amazing vocabulary enabled them to explore how to write a setting description – I am amazed at some of the writing the children have produced!

Maths

The maths lessons this week have consisted of getting to know the children and assessing them so that we can build on what they know moving forward into the half-term. The whole class have worked incredibly hard and have shown great determination and perseverance when completing the assessments.

PSHE

The whole class have taken part in some engaging 'getting to know you' activities. This has given them a chance to get to know each other on another level and some of them found out things they didn't know – even about their friends! They then spoke about what PSHE is and worked in small groups to collect these ideas. They held conversations with each other and used excellent speaking and listening skills with the people in their group. We then had a whole class discussion about what the rules of the school are. The class demonstrated an excellent understanding of why we have these rules in place. They understand that rules are in place to keep everyone safe.

Art

In our art lesson, we explored how prehistoric people may have used natural materials to create colours and marks. We used tea bags to stain our pages, creating an old, weathered effect. We experimented with rubbing, dabbing and brushing the tea onto the paper.