Hazel Class Year 5

Miss Edey & Miss Burgess

Summer Term

Have a look at what we will be exploring in our curriculum this term!

In Art and Design this term we will explore 'How do I create with colour, form and shape?'. In this unit, we will be looking at how we can use a variety of different mediums to create artwork (portraits).

In Computing this term, we will explore 'How do I stay safe online?'. In thIs unit, we will be exploring the importance of strong passwords, how to be respectful towards others and how to identify cyber-bullying behaviours. We will also consider how online use can impact someone's mental health and wellbeing positively and negatively.

In Design and Technology, we will ask the question, 'Can I construct a bridge?'. In this unit, the children will plan, structure and use a range of mechanisms and structures to create a bridge. The children will be able to explain how arches, beams and trusses are used in bridges. 

In French, we will ask the question, 'Can I talk about my family?'. In this unit, children will be able to create sentences describing their families with opinions.

In Geography, we will ask the question, 'Would you like to live in the desert?'. In this unit, children will be able to explore deserts across the world, their characteristics and the physical features they have. They will also be able to explain the threats deserts face and how human activity is part of what threatens desert wildlife. 

Our History focus for this term is 'How did the achievements of the ancient Maya impact their society and beyond?'. In this unit, we will explore the history of ancient Maya civilisation, how they settled in rainforests, the challenges they faces and what lead to the decline of the Maya civilisation. 

Our Music focus for this term is 'Can I compose a piece of music to represent an event?'. W In this unit, we will be learning about how colour links to music, vocal composition and how to record music we create; all based on an event!

Our PE focuses for this term are 'Athletic', 'Cricket' and 'Swimming'. 

In PSHE, we will ask the question, 'What do I know about safety and the changing body?’, '‘What do I know citizenship?’ and  ‘What do I know about Economic wellbeing?’. In these units the children will explore online safety, puberty and changes to the human body, rights we have and the importance of them and how to manage a budget. 

In RE this term we will explore the questions 'How does faith enable resilience?’ and 'What do Christians believe Jesus did to ‘save’ people?’. In these units, we will explore how religion helps guide people in how to respond to good and hard times in life and how the 'Big Story' links to the idea of Jesus saving humanity.

In Science this term we will explore the questions 'Can I describe the evolution of humans?' and 'Does the size of an asteroid affect its impact strength?’. In these units, children will explore developmental changes in humans, puberty and how to work scientifically with an enquiry question. 

Class Homework

Each half term your child will be set a homework grid with homework options, alongside:

• Reading regularly 
• Weekly spellings to learn on Spelling Shed
• Regular TTRS practise

Timetable

Please note that our timetable is flexible and may be subject to change.

Spellings and Phonics:  It is expected that in Year 6, all the Year 3/4 words and Year 5/6 list of spellings are are known. Please practise these and USE these words in your writing.

Times Tables:  This is still vitally important!! Most of the Year 5/6 Maths curriculum links to pupil knowledge of timestables so it is extremely important to keep those skills sharp! Keep practising - with TTRS!

Lexia: Lexia is proven to help children make accelerated progress when reading, writing, spelling and speaking. Regular access of this will help children make good progress with their spelling and reading comprehension skills!

Home Learning Support

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Useful Information

PE is every Monday and Thursdays. Please ensure your child wears their named, correct PE kit in school on these days, that earrings are not worn and long hair is tied up.

The children have access to their water bottles in the classroom during the day. Please ensure that your child has a named water bottle in school which is taken home regularly to be washed.

Your child is welcome to bring in a healthy snack of fruit or vegetables each day. 

Reading books are your child's responsibility and they will be responsible for changing their own book. Please record the date and title of the book that they have chosen in their reading record and make sure that your child’s reading record is signed to say they have finished their book and read as regularly as you can with them at home.