What we are learning this Term

 ENglish

In English we will be reading ‘Cosmic Disco’ by Grace Nichols, which combines poetry with the science of the stars and the universe. Followed by ‘Just so Stories’ by Rudyard Kipling.  During our English lessons this term, we will be using a range of writing techniques such as poetry and contemporary narrative.

Reading 

In year 5 we will be reading ‘Holes’ by Louis Sachar.  We will be focusing on children’s understanding of the texts.  This will include learning new vocabulary and understanding its meaning, which will then support them to use it correctly in their writing.  We will also retrieve and record information to improve their performance. 

It is important that your child also reads at home everyday. Please listen to your child read and ask them questions about their current book.  We encourage children to read a wide range of books. Please speak to me if your child does not have regular access to suitable reading material at home.  Children are able to join local libraries which are free.

Maths

This term in Maths, we will begin to work with prime numbers and determine what makes a number prime or composite. After this, we will work with square and cube numbers before moving on to multiplying by 10, 100 and 1000. When multiplying, children are encouraged to use a variety of methods, including: number bonds, column methods and the grid method. Year 5 will then move on to multiply by 2-digit numbers before beginning to divide by 10, 100 and 1000. Year 5 will also have access to concrete materials throughout to improve their visualisation and mental skills. 

Computing

In computing this term Year 5 will be learning how to use 2Code to make their very own  Spider catch game.  They will then move on to Lego Wedo, where the Year 5 class will explore, create, and share their scientific discoveries as they build, programme, and modify projects.

Science

In science, Year 5 will be learning Physics.  Our topic this half term will be Earth and Space.  Children will describe the movement of the Earth, and other planets, relative to the Sun in the solar system. They will use the idea of the Earth’s rotation to explain day and night and the apparent movement of the sun across the sky. Year 5’s will be researching, carrying out experiments and investigations which will enhance their learning and their curiosity.

Topic

Year 5 will be studying Geography this term.  We will be learning about Human and Physical geography.  We will be using geographical skills to locate places and describe features and to interpret a range of sources of geographical information.  Year 5’s will also be looking at different kinds of climate around the world.

P.E

P.E. will be on Monday and Tuesdays. Please ensure that your child has the correct P.E. Kit and suitable footwear.

DT

Our topic this term in DT is Textiles. Children will be selecting the tools and applying the practical skills and techniques.  They will design and make their very own shopping bag.