Welcome to Year 5!

Welcome to Year 5! Below is a little bit about the things that we are going to learn.

Empowering English

In English this term, we will explore a range of quality texts - both fiction and non-fiction! We will use the Write Stuff approaches developed by Jane Considine to improve our writing.  Our first narrative unit will be Cosmic. We will then develop our understanding of the features of non-chronological reports learning about Emperor Penguins.  

We will also be focusing on reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Our English Targets for the term will be:

• I can indicate degrees of possibility using adverbs, e.g., perhaps, surely, etc.
• I can use modal verbs, e.g., might, should, could, will, must, etc.
• I can use past tense accurately.  I can use sentence punctuation accurately.
• I can use relative clauses beginning with who, which, where, when whose, that, e.g., Maisie, who was extremely tired, finished the race.
• I can use subordinating conjunctions, e.g., although, whilst, because, even though.
• I can use brackets, dashes and commas to indicate parenthesis.
• I can create vivid images using similes, personification, alliteration or onomatopoeia.
• I can use expanded noun phrases.
• I can use inverted commas for speech.

Marvellous Maths

In Maths, we will continue to develop the use of written methods for multiplication and division. We will practise using these methods to solve written problems.  We will interpret and draw different graphs and tables, including line graphs.  We will explore the difference between area and perimeter.  We will learn about the different properties of numbers, including:  multiples, factors, prime numbers, square numbers and cube numbers.  Using place value charts we will consolidate our understanding of multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000.  After this, we will focus on learning about fractions, recognising equivalent fractions and converting mixed numbers and improper fractions.  We will also learn to multiply fractions and mixed numbers.  We will also focus on decimal numbers and their relationship with fractions and percentages.

Our Maths Targets for the term will be:

• I can multiply numbers up to 4 digits by a one-digit number using a formal written method.

• I can multiply and divide numbers mentally drawing upon known facts.

• I can divide numbers up to 4 digits by a one-digit number using the formal written method of short division and interpret remainders appropriately for the context.

• I can solve comparison, sum and difference problems using information presented in a line graph.
• I can recognise and find multiples and factors.
• I can recognise and identify prime numbers.
• I can calculate square and cube numbers.
• I can multiply and divide by 10, 100 or 1000 and by multiples of 10, 100 or 1000.
• I can compare and order fractions whose denominators are all multiples of the same number.
• I can identify, name and write equivalent fractions of a given fraction, represented visually, including tenths and hundredths. 
• I can recognise mixed numbers and improper fractions and convert from one form to the other and write mathematical statements > 1 as a mixed number.
• add and subtract fractions with the same denominator and denominators that are multiples of the same number.
• I can multiply proper fractions and mixed numbers by whole numbers, supported by materials and diagrams.
• I can recognise the per cent symbol (%) and understand that per cent relates to ‘number of parts per hundred’, and write percentages as a fraction with denominator 100, and as a decimal.
• I can solve problems which require knowing percentage and decimal equivalents.

Sensational Science

This term, we will compare and group together everyday materials on the basis of their properties, including their hardness, solubility, transparency, conductivity (electrical and thermal), and response to magnets.  We will find out that some materials will dissolve in liquid to form a solution, and describe how to recover a substance from a solution.  We will use our knowledge of solids, liquids and gases to decide how mixtures might be separated, including through filtering, sieving and evaporating.  We will demonstrate that dissolving, mixing and changes of state are reversible changes.  Finally we will learn that some changes result in the formation of new materials, and that this kind of change is not usually reversible, including changes associated with burning and the action of acid on bicarbonate of soda.

Hair-Raising History

Ross-on-Wye

We will learn all about the history of Ross-on-Wye focusing on significant figures who have shaped the town.  We will learn about what the town was like in the past and how periods in history reflect the town today.  

Globe-Trotting Geography

In Geography, we will learn all about North and South America.  We will explore the physical Geography of these vast continents, looking at aspects such as size, location, landscape, rivers, mountains, and climate.  We will explore what North and South America are like today and learn some interesting facts about their geography.  We will look at the population and culture of North and South America and use a variety of different sources to find out about areas such as food, music, clothes and leisure.  Finally, we will plan a journey / holiday to an area of North or South America, exploring distance, time and cost. 

Pacey PE

There will be plenty of opportunities for sport during the week.  We will also enjoy a weekly PE session with Mr Rogers from Worcester Warriors.  Year 5 will have P.E on Thursday and we ask that children wear their P.E kit to school for the day (white P.E t-shirt, black or navy shorts / jogging bottoms, trainers and their school jumper).  PE will be outside where possible, so please wear warm clothes. 

Showbie

Showbie is a program which allows children to upload, save and share their work in class and at home whilst also receiving interactive feedback from their teacher.  Everyone will be given a Showbie username and password and it is available on iPads, tablets and computers.  We will be using this regularly within lessons and for homework each week.

Showbie has proven to be a valuable communication tool for children, parents/carers and teachers to keep in touch.  The Showbie App includes a range of features which have been utilisied by all:

• Messaging communication
• Sharing / Uploading work
• Instant feedback
• Voice Notes
• Video Uploads
• Class Discussions (Key Stage 2)

Walford uses Showbie as a clear channel of communication between home and school.

I will continue to set and mark homework via the Showbie App on a weekly basis.  Extra (optional) learning activities will be provided where appropriate in order to consolidate learning in school.  Showbie will be used as the new home-school link for reading.  Every child will have a reading folder in their assignments where all reading and comments can be recorded on a nightly basis.

There will also be a general communication folder where any important messages can be shared with class teachers.  Class teachers will endeavour to respond to these messages as soon as possible.  It is important to remember that children will also be able to see this, so anything of a sensitive nature should be dealt with via telephone or email. 

Helpful Homework

Homework is set on a Thursday and should be returned every Monday.  Homework will be linked to the work that we are covering in class.  Remember homework will be set and uploaded to Showbie.  Paper copies can be provided if required.  

Showbie will be used for you to record any learning that you complete at home, including:

• reading
• times table practise
• spelling practise
• Education City
• Times Tables Rock Stars
• MyOn

As you move through KS2, you should be encouraged to become more and more independent at recording the work completed on Showbie each evening.  I will check Showbie every day to see what you have been doing.

IMPORTANT DATES

Monday 25th April 2022: Back to school

Wednesday 18th May - Friday 20th May 2022:  London Residential

Monday 30th May – Friday, 3rd June 2022: Half Term

Monday 6th June 2022: Back to school

Wednesday 20th July 2022: Last day of the Summer Term

To support your learning at home, you will be able to find lots of

English and Maths activities on Education City.

You should also encourage your child to explore www.bbc.co.uk/ks2bitesize.

For photographs of class and school activities, please see below or click on 'WALFORD TV'.  Also, remember to keep checking Twitter: @WalfordSchool for regular updates too.

All letters and class reminders will be sent via emails.  Please ensure that the school office have your preferred email address.  Let us know if you think you are not receiving any updates.

My door is always open and I am happy to chat with parents about our topics and any work that we are covering in class. Please don’t hesitate to come and find me if you wish to discuss anything!

Many thanks!

Mrs Hanham