This term, our learning will be inspired by the fascinating world of Ancient Greece. In Summer 1, we will be reading Who Let the Gods Out alongside The Bad Seed, exploring themes of mythology, character and personal choices. In Summer 2, our texts The Girl Who Rowed the Ocean and The Journey will support deeper thinking around adventure, resilience and storytelling.

In History, we will be finding out what life was like in Ancient Greece and how their ideas still affect the world today. The children will begin by placing the Ancient Greeks on a timeline and thinking about where they fit in with other periods of history. They will explore what everyday life was like, including homes, food and how people lived, and look at how the Ancient Olympic Games compare to the modern Olympics.

We will also learn about Greek gods and beliefs, and how these influenced people’s daily lives, before comparing them with the beliefs of the Ancient Egyptians. The children will study Alexander the Great and discuss whether he really deserved to be called “great”. Towards the end of the unit, they will think about the legacy of the Ancient Greeks, including democracy, theatre, science, medicine and the Olympics, and consider how these continue to impact our lives today.

To bring our learning to life, the children will take part in a Greek Experience Day with History Squad, where they will step back in time and explore life in Ancient Greece. They will also enjoy a Greek cookery session with Lee from Caterlink, giving them the opportunity to taste and make traditional foods.

We are looking forward to a rich and engaging term full of history, storytelling and memorable experiences.

	Summer term home learning map Y4	[pdf 276KB]
	Summer theme overview	[pdf 372KB]