Well done Robins, We did some very good explanations todays. Can you still recall how to explain each problem?

In Maths we have been looking at mixed fractions.

We reviewed our knowledge using a mixed fraction tool on the computer. Click here to try it at home too!

This morning we had a wonderful time showing our adults our learning.

The workshop included sharing information about how we learn Maths at Bells Farm, importance of mental arithmetic, the Multiplication Times Table Check and how we can review our learning at home.

For those of you who couldn’t attend below are links to the resources.

1. Information about the Multiplication Times Table Check
2. Link to White Rose Home Learning Resources.
3. Click here to access the Maths Shed MTC simulator
4. Click here to access computing links –> Year 4 digital tools.

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well actually it wasn’t mayhem, it was fun! Mr Lo setup different stations of activities to help us review our times tables . We should also give them a try at home.

Robins are really working well with their multiplication and division facts. This week they have been using digital tools to help support them with their calculations and mathematical explanations.

This week in Maths we have been learning our 3, 6 and 9 times tables. Multiplication facts are really useful for helping us prepare for our understanding of doubling, halving, fractions and decimals.

Mr Lo was very impressed with everyone’s concentration.

At the beginning of the week, Mr Lo showed how pupils in China use their knowledge of multiplications being commutative (e.g 6×3 is the same as 3 x 6) to cut down the number of times tables to recall. (And Rocking Robins are already experts on understanding commutative multiplications ,Inverse operations! ( 3×9 = 27 so I know 27 ÷9 = 3) and fact families (3×9 = 27, 9 x 3 = 27 27÷9=3 27÷3 =9)

The idea is you keep track of the times tables you can recall within 6 seconds by colouring it in. Only colour in the times table if you can recall it within 6 seconds every time!

We also looked at how the 6x table can be worked out by doubling the 3x table

or by using the 5x table + the 1x table!

For example how can we work out 6×6?

Well we can say 3×6 = 18. so 6×6 = 18 + 18 = 36

Or we might say 5×6 = 30 so 6X6 =30+ 6 = 36!

Don’t forget to log onto TT-Rockstars to keep on improving your multiplication fluency! (Play the Single Modes Garage, Gig and Studio to level up)

Parents: Click here to read more about the Multiplication Times Table check your child will take in Year 4

Robins are learning about Area this week. They have been discussing how area is the space inside a 2d shape and have explored area using post it notes.

Later this week we will be looking at strategies to calculate the area of rectilinear figures.

Don’t forget to go on Maths Shed to review your learning.

Year 4 have started their new Maths Unit: Additions and Subtraction.

To begin the unit we have recapped our knowledge of year 3 additions and subtraction using a place value chart.

We used an electronic version so that we could quickly interact with the questions.

Fancy trying it out at home? Click here to access the Interactive Place Value chart.

This week we are reviewing our knowledge of place value.

We have discussed the vocabulary: Place Value, Dienes, Counters, Base 10

Year 4 have now begun their topic of Shapes and Angles.

Watch the video below to review the learning on angles and turns.

Sum4.8.1 – Turns and angles from White Rose Maths on Vimeo.

At home you could play a game. Give an adult instruction to make a quarter turn, half turn and three quarter turn. Are they moving in the right direction?

Look at Andrew, Sammy, Firas and Daisy C exploring shapes and patterns.

Mr Lo was impressed with Robins. They have worked extremely hard on ensuring they can recall their times tables.

Mr Lo bought the official TT Rockstar Badges for those achieving Rock Hero Status!
Well done!

Well done to Year 4, the winners of the Year 4 Vs Year 5 TT-Rockstars competition.

We managed to work together and score a massive 33,975 points!

Well done to our Top 3 players. William, George, and Harvey.