In Literacy students will be:

• Exploring morphology through the root words aud, mob(e)/mote-move, and scribe/script to build vocabulary and word understanding.
• Developing skills to write persuasive texts with clear arguments and supporting evidence.
• Learning to identify and use persuasive techniques such as emotive language and rhetorical questions.
• Understanding pros and cons to strengthen persuasive reasoning.
• Using high-modality words to express strong opinions and influence the reader.
• Examining First Nations Peoples’ histories and cultures before British colonisation.
• Investigating the concept of Terra Nullius and its lasting impacts.
• Learning about The First Fleet and the establishment of the first British colony in Australia.
• Discussing whether the arrival of the British was an invasion or settlement.
• Exploring the role of Lieutenant James Cook and his significance in Australian history.

In Mathematics students will be:

• Converting between fractions and decimals using tenths, hundredths, halves, and quarters.
• Partitioning numbers up to two decimal places in standard and expanded form.
• Applying decimal understanding to measure length, mass, and capacity.
• Using arrays, bar models, and short division to solve multiplication and division problems.
• Collecting and displaying data in simple column graphs using technology.
• Building and describing 3D objects using cubes and exploring their properties.
• Designing and creating 3D models to develop spatial reasoning.
• Connecting fractions and decimals through visual and hands-on activities.
• Interpreting and comparing data sets to answer real-life questions.
• Explaining mathematical thinking through reasoning and problem solving.
  

In Inquiry students will be:

In Term 4, students will begin by finalising their presentations on rules, laws, and local government through the creation of their own local council. They will design council names, logos, and values, outline community spaces, and develop their own local laws and rules to show how a community is run. Later in the term, students will take on the role of young historians, developing a deeper understanding of First Nations Peoples’ cultures and traditions. Through hands-on activities, research, and investigations, they will explore the rich histories, knowledge, and connections to Country that continue to shape Australia today.

Wellbeing

This term in Wellbeing, students will continue their learning through the Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships (RRRR) program. The focus will be on exploring the theme of Gender Norms and Stereotypes. They will begin by reflecting on their own individuality and the many qualities that make them unique. Through stories, discussions, and activities, students will examine how gender stereotypes can influence the way people think, feel, and act. During World Mental Health Week, they will focus on recognising pressures linked to gender expectations and learn positive ways to challenge these pressures. Students will also explore their rights and responsibilities, understanding the importance of respect, inclusion, and fairness in all relationships.

In Literacy students will be:

• Reading and exploring Storm Boy, focusing on themes, characters, and events.
• Discussing new vocabulary and descriptive language in the text.
• Responding to the text through oral and written tasks.
• Summarising parts of the text to show understanding.
• Answering follow-up questions to deepen comprehension.
• Making inferences and interpreting character actions and key messages.
• Improving sentence writing through structure and expansion.
• Developing note-taking skills from different sources.
• Planning and writing clear, organised paragraphs.
• Using notes to write a structured information report.
• Editing and revising to improve grammar and punctuation.

In Mathematics students will be:

• Applying the distributive and associative properties to solve number problems.
• Using the vertical algorithm to solve addition and subtraction problems, with and without regrouping.
• Estimating answers and checking calculations for accuracy.
• Understanding and working with equivalent fractions.
• Identifying, naming, and describing 2D and 3D shapes.
• Classifying and measuring angles, and beginning to draw and recognise different types of angles.
• Interpreting, giving, and following directions using maps.
• Drawing simple maps and using grid systems, including spreadsheets, to represent spaces.
• Posing relevant questions and collecting data using spreadsheets.
• Creating and interpreting picture graphs and column graphs based on the data collected.
  

In Inquiry students will be:

In Term 3, Grade 4 students will be exploring the concepts of rules, laws, and local government as part of their Inquiry unit. They will learn about the difference between a rule and a law, why laws are important, and who is responsible for enforcing them in our community. Students will also investigate the role of local councils, including how they make decisions and provide services that support the community. As part of broadening their understanding, students will be introduced to traditional law and lore from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. These topics will be explored through class discussions, written tasks, and opportunities to share their opinions with justifications. This unit aims to build students’ understanding of how communities are governed and the importance of fairness, respect, and responsibility in everyday life.

Wellbeing

As used in previous Wellbeing lessons, we will continue to use the Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships (RRRR). This term, the topic encourages students to:

• Understand that everyone has the right to be treated equally and respectfully, regardless of gender
• Challenge common stereotypes about what boys and girls “should” do or how they “should” behave
• Appreciate individual differences and promote fairness, empathy, and inclusiveness
• Build respectful friendships and interactions with others, regardless of gender
• Develop an understanding of key vocabulary such as consent, gender and violence.
  
  Through this, students are learning how to build a safe, more respectful and inclusive community, both now and in the future.

What’s Happening in Grade 4 in Term 2, 2025

In Literacy students will be:

• exploring ancient Chinese history, including the Terracotta Army and the first female Emperor
• investigating the different dynasties that ruled China throughout history
• developing research skills while learning about key historical figures and events
• continuing to create descriptive narratives using vivid adjectives and adverbs
• learning how to write information reports using note-taking and planning strategies
• explicitly taught to write a paragraph that includes a topic sentence and concluding sentence
• practicing Victorian Cursive handwriting to improve writing fluency and presentation
• exploring the etymology of words to understand their origins and meanings
• practising editing and revising written work to improve clarity and detail
• developing reading fluency to support comprehension and expression

In Mathematics students will be:

• Exploring number sequences for multiples of 3,4,5,6,7,8 and 9
• Measuring area using informal units and metric units
• Representing and writing tenths and hundreths in decimal format and placing these on number lines
• Classifying two-dimensional shapes
• Multiplying and dividing by powers of 10
• Learning strategies to double and halve for multiplication
• Writing and ordering numbers to two decimal places
• Renaming tenths and hundredths
• Creating symmetrical shapes and patterns
• Using fact families to solve addition and subtraction
• Identifying line and rotational symmetry
• Comparing graphical representations of data and answering questions about data displays
• Describing distribution shapes in data displays
  
  

In Inquiry students will be:

In term 2 students are learning about the topic of health. Students will learn how to understand and make smart decisions about the health information they see in the media. They’ll explore how advertisements, celebrities, and social media can influence our choices, and how to tell if the information is reliable. Through fun activities, students will practice reading food labels, identifying healthy habits in ads, and recognising tricks used in media to make products seem healthier. They’ll also learn how to create their own positive health messages, promoting good habits like exercise, healthy eating, and kindness. By the end of the unit, students will be better equipped to think critically and make healthier choices in their daily lives.

Wellbeing

In the coming term, our Grade 4 students will be learning valuable strategies to support their emotional wellbeing and resilience. Through SWPBS expectations and engagement norms, they will participate in Circle Time discussions and explore positive coping strategies. Students will use games to learn about managing strong emotions, taming anger, and making sincere apologies. With support from Smiling Minds lessons and structured problem-solving tasks, they will apply the Roads and Roundabouts model to real-life peer situations. We’ll also focus on stress management by introducing self-calming techniques and helping students create their own “Ready to Learn” plans. It will be an engaging and meaningful journey in learning how to understand and manage thoughts, feelings, and actions.

• Tuesday 4^th March – GRIP Leadership conference
• Monday 10^th March – Labour Day No school
• Wednesday 12^th March – School photos
• Monday 24^th March – House cross country
• Friday 4^th April – Last day of term 1

In Literacy students will be:

• Investigating Latin Etymology (the study of where words come from)
• Identifying the meaning of morphemes in words (e.g. ex = out, port = carry. Therefore, export means to carry out
• Plan a narrative using picture prompts and incorporating story grammar elements
• Identify concrete and abstract nouns and use these to enhance their writing
• Upgrade speaking and action verbs in their writing
• Identify run on sentences and state whether they are complete or incomplete.
• Engaging in the text of ‘King Arthur’, where they will discover the Middle Ages and the Arthurian legends that have changed over time
• Using maps to identify why we use maps and how this has changed over time
• Exploring mountains around the world and how they have evolved over time

In Mathematics students will be:

• Engaging in a daily review of concepts that have been taught during the term and in previous years
• Adding and subtracting using a range of strategies such as; compensation and vertical algorithm.
• Calculating the finish and start time to the closest hour and moving to the closest 5 minute
• Identifying and representing halves, quarters, thirds, fifths and tenths of shapes and collections
• Solving addition and subtraction worded problems using rich tasks
• Converting mixed numerals to proper fractions and proper fractions to mixed numerals
• Ordering mixed numerals on a number line
• Converting between units of time to solve problems
• Learning multiplication and divisions facts for threes, fours, sixes, sevens and eights
• Measuring, comparing and ordering length in metric units
• Measuring the perimeter of shapes

In Inquiry students will be:

Investigating our digital world, where the students will understand the differences between bullying and cyberbullying. Students will understand the roles of those involved in bullying and the effects bullying has on those involved. They will begin to develop strategies for reporting bullying situations and preventing further incidents of bullying. Emphasis will be placed on how to respect yourself, respect others, respect content and respect equipment. Students will learn through the exploration of open-ended questions, hands-on tasks and interactive videos and websites.

Wellbeing

We will be using the Respectful Relationships program to focus on emotional literacy and personal and cultural strengths.

Students will engage in lessons looking at:

• What do emotions look like
• Emotional triggers
• Emotions across the school day
• How we use personal and cultural strengths
• Respect for people
• Respect for country
• Using strengths to grow respect
• Using our strengths in different situations
• Respect for diversity

We will also be engaging in lessons using smiling minds, practising meditation techniques and building a range of strategies to bring mindfulness into their lives.