Teeth

This week we would like you to write about the different 

types of teeth  and their functions in humans (you could also write about other animals) and how to look after them.

Links to useful websites will be on your class blogs.

You are expected to write at least three paragraphs for this

homework. If you type your work in Microsoft word first, it should be at least 250 words.

You will find some information to help you on the following websites. Please remember that your work should be in your own words, so make notes, rather than copy information from the website!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/science/living_things/teeth_eating/read/1/

http://www.childrensuniversity.manchester.ac.uk/interactives/science/teethandeating/

Remember to check your work carefully before you post. 

Scratch

In ICT we will be designing our own educational games using a programme called Scratch. This week we want you to think about any games that you already play, for example on Mathletics.

Write about your favourite games:

·         What are they?

·         Why do you enjoy playing them?

·         What do you learn from them?

·         Do you have any ideas for your own educational game?   

The Digestive System

Your homework this week is to make notes about the digestive system. Please do this on paper-do not write on the blog for this activity.

Make sure that you make notes, rather than write in full sentences. Please do not just copy out information.

For example using this information, 

Information from the website:

Chewing - Chewing is the first stage of the digestive system. When you chew your food it breaks up big pieces into little pieces that are easier to digest and swallow. Also, your saliva is more than just water. It has special enzymes in it that start to break down starchy food (potatoes, bread) while you chew.

I can make these notes.

My notes:

Chewing: first stage, breaks up big pieces easier to digest. Saliva, special enzymes for starchy food.;

You may find some of these websites useful:

http://www.ducksters.com/science/digestive_system.php

http://www.ngkids.co.uk/science-and-nature/digestive-system

http://www.childrensuniversity.manchester.ac.uk/interactives/science/bodyandmedicine/digestivesystem/

You may also find this video useful:

http://kidshealth.org/en/kids/dsmovie.html