Year 5 Friday Blog - 28.03.2025

Date: 27th Mar 2025 @ 5:58pm

                                                                                              

 

Dear parents

 

Each week you will find out what we have been doing in class, weekly spellings / times tables and lots more. 

Reading - Reading is one of the most important skills for children to master as it unlocks their imagination and allows them to access the rest of the curriculum. Please read with your child every night. Question prompts are provided within reading records asking questions improves key reading skills, such as retrieval and inference.

 

Spellings -  Please find this weeks spellings below, our spelling quiz when we return will take place on Thursday 3rd April. Every Thursday, we will have a spelling quiz. The quiz will contain ten words from the spelling rule for that week plus two words from previous year groups. The overview for Spring Term 2 can be found on our class page. 

 

Spelling rule -  ei

Eight Eighty Eightieth Reins Vein Weigh Weight Neighbour Height Either Climb Behind

 

 

 

 

 

Times tables -  Please use the Times Tables Rock Stars website to practise the times tables. We will be revising all times tables in year 5 and further developing related division facts. Times tables test will take place each Friday.                    

 

 

I will be keeping track of all children logging into both Spelling Frame and TT Rockstars. I recommend 10 minutes, every night, on each of the websites.

 

 

Our learning this week in Year 5

                           

Discovering Greece: Our Half-Term Spotlight 🌍

This half-term, we're excited to learn all about our spotlight country Greece! Each week, we’ll share a fun fact about this amazing country. Children may want to get involved at home. If you find out something interesting about Greece, bring that information into school. 🌊🏛️

                                                                          

 

 

This Week in English: Exploring The Explorer 🌍📚

This week in English, the children have been reading more of The Explorer by Katherine Rundell! 🧗‍♂️✨ We discovered how the explorer arrived in the ancient secret city in the Amazon rainforest.

This exciting story is helping the children get ideas for their own writing next week. I can't wait to see what they create! 📝💭

We have also been working on quizzes related to our learning this half term. It's fantastic to see everyone engaging and doing their best! 🎉 🌟

 

🧠 This Week in Maths: Quiz Time! 🎉

This week in maths, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement as we reflected on our learning over this half term with a series of quizzes! 📚✨

The children have been delving deep into the concepts we've explored over the past weeks, showcasing their knowledge. 

 This is a celebration of what the children have achieved. The quizzes challenged them to think critically, recall information, and apply their skills in various scenarios. 🌟

 

RE

Exploring the Meaning of Salvation

This week in RE, we have been learning about the meaning of salvation from a Christian perspective. 📖✝️ Our explorations led us through the Stations of the Cross, where we considered the significance of biblical quotes and what they truly mean to us as individuals and as a community.

In a collaborative atmosphere, the children engaged in thoughtful discussions, sharing varying viewpoints and insights. This exchange not only enriched their understanding but also promoted essential oracy skills, allowing them to articulate their thoughts clearly and respectfully. 🗣️🤝

We further delved into a challenging yet vital topic: who should bear the blame for the death of Jesus? Through respectful debate, the children structured their opinions, placing individuals in order of responsibility while providing reasoned arguments for their choices. It was truly wonderful to see the children in deep contemplation, grappling with such significant questions that have echoed through history. 🤔

These discussions not only enhance their understanding of religious narratives but also foster critical thinking and empathy amongst peers.  🌟

🚲 Our Young Cyclists Complete Their Bikeability Course! 🎉

This week has been a thrilling ride for the children as they successfully completed their Bikeability Course! 🚴‍♂️✨ Over the past few days, the children have not only enjoyed the open roads but have also gained invaluable skills and confidence that will last a lifetime.

Throughout the course, they learned essential cycling techniques, road safety measures, and how to navigate traffic effectively. We have seen a remarkable transformation in their confidence as they tackled the challenges set before them. Their smiles reflecting pride and accomplishment were truly inspiring!

Not only does this course equip the children with vital skills, but it also encourages a lifelong love of cycling, promotes healthy habits, and fosters a sense of responsibility as they become more aware of their surroundings while on the road.

A big thank you to our incredible instructors who guided the children every step of the way! 👏 

Take a look at the gallery for photographs capturing their amazing journey during the Bikeability Course!📸

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Safeguarding - morning routine

 

 

Have a lovely weekend

The Year 5 team