Welcome to the Pallister Park Year 6 Page
Here you will find useful information regarding the year ahead.
Autumn term 1: A Child’s War
Children will learn about the cause and effect of the Second World War, significant events and people and develop their empathy for what it was like to be a child at the time.
Autumn term 2: Frozen Kingdom
Children will learn about the characteristics and features of polar regions, including the North and South Poles. Our topic also includes a detailed exploration of the environmental factors that shape and influence them.
Spring term 1 : Darwin’s Delights
Children will learn about evolution and inheritance this term . We will look closely at living things and their habitats, DNA and Darwin’s theory of natural selection.
Spring term 2: Blood Heart
Children will learn all about the human circulatory system and heart health, developing their knowledge about the workings of the heart and significant medical discoveries.
Summer term 1: Hola Mexico!
Children will learn about the ancient Mayan civilisation and how their environment, beliefs, architecture and mathematical knowledge made the Maya one of the most sophisticated ancient civilisations.
Summer term 2: Gallery Rebels
Children will learn about significant artists and artistic movements, covering the impact of society on art and begin to master new painting and drawing skills.
