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Year 4
Unlocking the World
Through Literacy
“ Literacy isn’t just about reading and writing—it’s
about the power to make sense of the world.
”
– Michael Rosen
At Moreton Hall Prep, we believe Whether exploring historical events, solving real-
literacy is not simply a subject; it’s life problems in Maths, or expressing themselves
through the arts, our pupils use language as a
the cornerstone of all learning. tool to deepen understanding and share ideas
with confidence. We strive to nurture skills that
It unlocks doors, sparks imagination, and helps are not only academic, but also transferable and
children make sense of the world around them. valuable for life beyond the classroom.
Reading and writing are foundational skills that
open up a world of opportunity, curiosity, and In Year 4, our topic ‘Beautiful Brazil’ came alive
critical thinking. through immersive, cross-curricular learning that
gave pupils a real-world understanding of culture,
By embedding literacy across the curriculum, we geography, enterprise, and hospitality. Bringing
ensure children are constantly developing their learning to life in the most delicious way, the
communication, comprehension, and creativity. children planned, prepared, and hosted their very
own Brazilian restaurant for parents. From writing
invitations and researching authentic recipes to
preparing food and waiting on tables, the children
took ownership of every aspect of the event.
This rich, hands-on project combined literacy,
geography, design technology, and teamwork
in a truly memorable and meaningful way.
It showcased not only their creativity and
collaboration, but also their ability to apply core
skills—like reading, writing, and numeracy—in
purposeful, practical contexts.
As J.K. Rowling once said, “Something very
magical can happen when you read a good book,”
and at Moreton Hall Prep, we aim to extend that
magic into every corner of our learning.
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