Welcome to Year 5
Teacher: Mrs Armstrong
Teaching Assistants: Mrs Grice
Summer 2
In English we will read The Moon Dial by Helen Creswell and base some of our writing around the characters in the book. Our targets this term are:
In Maths we will continue to apply mathematical skills to real problems
Our targets this term are:
Science centres on the lifecycle of plants and animals, including photosynthesis and respiration, and how these living organisms are adapted to their environment. We will look closely at plants and learn about sexual and asexual reproduction in plants
Our Geography topic is about the Amazon rainforest in Brazil and how it affects our world’s eco-system. We will look at its importance to the world and the issues surrounding its conservation. In particular, we will learn about how some tribes have learnt to live sustainably without threatening the forest’s existence.
In Computing children will use 3D architectural tools to create 3D images and plans. We will also research the rainforest and look at how some tribes live sustainably.
In RE, after visiting the synagogue in Hale Barns last term, Mrs Heywood will focus on Judaism and some of its basic principles and customs.
PE: Monday & Wednesday- Children must be able to remove or tape their own earrings and be responsible for them. Please have outdoor kit in school at all times.
Homework: given out on Fridays to be completed by Monday-Wednesday
Guided reading: Tuesday
Please can you also make sure children have the correct equipment for school:
a blue handwriting pen (no biros), pencil, ruler, eraser and glue stick.