English

This week, the children wrote internal monologues with a focus on emotive language. They took on the role of Bradley and wrote from his perspective. Once again, they focused on the two sides of Bradley we see in the story and how he pretends to be tough and strong, when deep down he is confused and lonely. Next week, the children will be exploring letter writing. They will predict what Bradley’s future will look like and write a letter from his future self.

Maths

This week, the children started the addition and subtraction unit. The children have focused on adding and subtracting multiples of 10, rounded and adjusted and started to use formal methods of addition and subtraction. Next week, the children will continue to add and subtract using a range of methods.

 

Thematic
This week, the children have spent time plotting the mountain ranges of the UK and North America and comparing them. They have researched key landmarks in North America and the UK and spent time exploring their history. Next week, the children will learn about the life cycles of animals as part of their science learning. They will be exploring this further on their visit to Monkton Nature Reserve. 

Art Competition

Term 1’s Art Competition is inspired by Henri Rousseau and his famous Jungle paintings. Rousseau’s work often captured dreamlike visions filled with exotic plants, wild animals, and imaginative scenes. Now it’s your turn to do the same!
Your task is to create an artwork in any medium (painting, drawing, digital art, collage, or mixed media) that communicates a dream you have had – just as Rousseau brought his dreams to life through his Jungle scenes. The deadline is the end of Term 1 and you must submit your artwork to Mr Mason. Winners and selected works will be featured in a special exhibition in Term 2.

Let your imagination roam free – whether your dream takes place in a jungle, under the sea, or on another planet, we can’t wait to see it come alive in your art!

Key Dates

Wednesday 24^th September- Wednesday 1^st October- travelling book fair

Wednesday 1^st October- B and G to Monkton Nature Reserve

Thursday 2^nd October- National Poetry Day

Friday 3^rd October- R and Y to Monkton Nature Reserve

Wednesday 15^th October- Parent book look 2.30pm

 

Homework

- Please read with your child at least 3 times a week.

- All children have been given a ZPD to help them identify the correct books for their reading level. Once your child has read their book, they will need to complete a quiz on it before getting a new one. These quizzes can be done either in school or at home on Accelerated Reader using the log-in codes found in their reading records.

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- Children should be playing TTRS at least 3 times a week to build their confidence and fluency with time-tables knowledge.

- Mathletics homework has also been set for the children to complete by next Friday.

- Please see the homework menu attached for our thematic homework. This can be completed in the homework book provided if you wish.

 

- Please choose ten spellings each week to practice with your child at home. They can use the format shown in the book.

The Year 5 team