Y3 Curriculum Projects

Autumn 1 2020 Curriculum Project

Predators

It’s time to take a walk on the wild side. Find out who’s coming to visit. Is it a bug munching lizard or an eagle-eyed bird of prey? Whatever it is, do you think you can handle it? Learn about creepy crocs and amazing alligators, the deadly assassin bug and the voracious Venus flytrap. Be inspired to write an informative leaflet all about your favourite predator and compose a poem about a predator or its prey. Then use what you know about the best of the beasts to create the ultimate predator; the apex of the food chain. Cross your dad with a peregrine falcon or your nan with a great white shark. What incredible species can you imagine? Feeling peckish? Let’s jump aboard the food chain.

Help your child prepare for their project

Predators can be found in deserts, jungles, oceans or even in your own back garden! Why not go for a walk and see which animals and plants you can identify? You could also visit a zoo, thinking about which animals are predators and which animals might be their prey. Alternatively, put bird food in the garden to see if you can attract any visitors!

Year 3 Useful Websites

For Children (click to open in a new tab)

• MyMaths (use your personal login to access homework activities)
• BBC Bitesize KS2 (videos and learner guides for all curriculum subjects)
• TopMarks (games linked to maths and English National Curriculum objectives)
• Maths Frame (tablet-friendly maths games linked to National Curriculum objectives)
• Scratch (a free-to-use computer programming website)
• Pobble365 (daily writing inspiration and ideas)

For Parents (click to open in a new tab)

• Twinkl (printable resources for children aged from 2-11)
• TheSchoolRun (helpful information for parents about the contents of the National Curriculum)
• Cornerstones Love to Read (resources for dozens of children's books)