Year 3/4

Year 3/4 Cluster News 

Word Study 

 No Word Study this week due to camp. 

 Reader’s and Writer’s workshop: We will be writing our own plays and performing them to our peers, as well as exploring poetry through various texts and songs. 

Mathematics:  

We have started learning about symetry and have created a piece of artwork that ties into our How we express ourselves unit of work. 

Unit of Inquiry: This week we will continue to express own uniqueness using movement, via dance and drama.  

Throughout this year we will be exploring how our digital actions influence our identity, relationships, and wellbeing. 

Reminders 

 Camp Week – Year 3/4 

The day following camp will be a gentle transition back to school, with students revising some learning from the term and engaging in reflective, Easter-focused tasks.

Student Packing List – 3/4 Camp (Week 10) 

For your safety and enjoyment, we ask that you pack all the equipment listed below. Please pack all your gear into ONE MEDIUM SIZED duffel bag (or similar), plus a sleeping bag and a day backpack. Do not bring excess gear as luggage space is limited. Consider warmth, sun protection and comfort when packing (avoid short shorts or clothes that you do not want to get dirty). Please note that you are required to always wear footwear around the campsite.  

Clothing: Students are expected to wear modest, neat and practical clothing suitable for an outdoor setting. Shirts should have sleeves for sun protection (singlets are not appropriate), and enclosed footwear must be worn at all times. A hat is required for sun safety. Clothing should not display inappropriate language, images, or references to social or political themes.

Please label all items – including socks and underwear. 

PERSONAL CLOTHES & EQUIPMENT  

• Sunscreen  
• Personal medication (e.g. Ventolin, EpiPen)  
• 3 sets of climate appropriate day clothes suitable for activity participation  
• 1 warm jacket/jumper   
• Rain jacket with hood (if rain is forecast)  
• 1 set of climate appropriate pyjamas  
• 1 pair of comfortable enclosed shoes suitable for outdoor activity  
• A change of socks and underwear for each day of camp  
• Sleeping bag  
• Single fitted sheet and pillow  
• Towel (for shower)  
• Toiletries   
• Torch  
• Students may pack a book to read at bedtime  

A Small Backpack  

• First day morning tea and lunch  
• Refillable water bottle (labelled)  
• Broad brim hat or school hat 

AQUATIC SPECIFIC CLOTHES & EQUIPMENT  

• Old sneakers, wetsuit booties or reef sandals that can get wet and dirty (no thongs)  
• Old clothes that can get wet and muddy  
• Swimmers, board shorts and a rash vest or t-shirt (no singlets)  
• Garbage bag for wet clothes/swimmers  
• Towel (for swimming)  
• Goggles (optional)  

PLEASE DO NOT BRING  

• Electronic equipment (including mobile phones, iPads, any other devices)  
• Foods containing whole nuts or nut products (traces of nuts are ok)  
• Aerosol sprays (e.g. deodorant, perfume, repellent etc – roll on only)  
• Do not bring packets of lollies, soft drinks and any items against school rules.  

Weekly timetable - 3/4H and 3/4R  

Premier’s Reading Challenge: This year in the 3/4 cluster, students will have their own individual records to track the books they read. Students are required to read eight books from the book list and four free choice books. The full list of suitable books for your child can be found online at this link:  https://premiersreadingchallenge.sa.edu.au/book-list/   

As you read books at home, please feel free to email them to me so I can help your child to add them to their list or alternatively feel free to visit the classroom before or after school to add them to the list with your child. The recording sheets will be kept at school.  We will also aim to read some books as a class to help to complete our records. 

School Calendar:    

https://www.goldengrove.sa.edu.au/calendar/   

May God bless your week, 

Chelsie Riches and Amy Hughes 

Chelsie Riches 

Riches.chelsie@goldengrove.sa.edu.au 

Amy Hughes 

Hughes.amy@goldengrove.sa.edu.au