In Maths, we’ve started our unit on negative numbers. The children enjoyed playing a tug-of-war game using counters and dice to explore how negative numbers work.23-24 negative numbers
In STEM, we’ve been investigating oxidation, learning which objects rust and which don’t. The children are observing nails placed in different liquids daily to track any changes and see if they rust by next week.
In English, we used our detailed plans to create myths inspired by Norse mythology. The children loved revising and editing their ideas, and they took great pride in publishing their stories with beautiful handwriting.
In History, the children were captivated by the story of Sutton Hoo and learned about how religion changed in Anglo-Saxon Britain.
In PRE, the children explored how Sikhs who wish to join the Khalsa show their dedication by participating in the Amrit Sanskar ceremony.
Spanish activities can be found here: Y5 WK4
Next week:
- English: We will dive into poetry, exploring various poems including the original Beowulf and studying poetic features such as kennings and metaphors.
- Maths: We will continue working with negative numbers, focusing on ordering, comparing, and mental calculation strategies.
Reminders:
- As the weather gets colder, please ensure children have appropriate PE kits in their bags.
- Snacks should only include fruit and vegetables.
- School Development/Research Day: School will be closed on Friday, 11th October.
Have a wonderful weekend!
The Year 5 Team