Dear year 3 Families,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to update you on all the exciting things we've been doing in Year 3 this term.

In English, we've been delving into the world of narrative writing. The students have been honing their skills in crafting engaging stories, focusing particularly on elements like direct speech and building tension. We've explored how to use dialogue to bring characters to life and keep readers on the edge of their seats. The children have been very creative, coming up with imaginative plots and characters that keep us all eager to hear what happens next.

In Maths, we've been diving into the exciting world of financial mathematics. We have been working out money problems and calculating the change we should get. We have also been earning classroom dollars by completing in class work, doing homework, and following classroom rules. We are definitely looking forward to spending our classroom dollars in our classroom shop and showing what we know about money at the same time.

Our Religious Studies have centred around Jesus as the Messiah. We've delved into how Jesus is portrayed in the Bible and what significance his teachings hold. The children have engaged deeply with these stories, asking thoughtful questions and reflecting on their own beliefs.

In HASS (Humanities and Social Sciences), we've been exploring how communities change over time. Our focus has been on Weipa, tracing its history from the time of the First Nations people, through the arrival of the Dutch on the Duyfken, to the start of mining in the 1950s. It's been fascinating to see the children connect with the local history and understand how it has shaped the community we live in today.

In Science, we've been exploring the science of heat. The children have been learning about what creates heat and how the materials our playground is made up of affects how heat from the sun is transferred to the playground itself.

Health lessons have focused on understanding how health messages affect our decisions and what it truly means to be healthy. The students have been learning about making informed choices that promote their well-being, both physically and mentally.

In Physical Education, we've been getting active with AFL and athletics. The children have been practicing their skills in teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship, all while having a blast on the field and track.

It's been a busy and fulfilling term, and we’re so proud of all the hard work and enthusiasm the children have shown. Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to sharing more of our adventures with you in the coming weeks.

Warm regards,

Year 3 Teacher,

 Mrs Hamilton.