This term we have been researching Tudor portraits, how mood and feelings are expressed through art. Especially how facial expressions and body language are achieved through sketches and paintings during thi period. Children have developed and made amazing progress using different grades of pencil to show tones and textures.
In writing this week, we were introduced to free verse poetry - Twas the Night Before Christmas! Children have been looking at the different features of the style of poetry. Today, we performed the poem as a class.
This week in Maths, we have been identifying equivalent fractions. Children enjoyed using equipment to practically identify equivalent fractions and then applying their knowledge to complete questions.
A fantastic parent engagement workshop. We hope you enjoyed it! Thank you to everyone who made it to give support in making a waistcoat. We saw some very creative and attractive designs.
Leading up to our workshop, children had to consider a range of factors in their design and lots of preparation to enable them to make and create their waistcoat; previously marking and cutting out fabric, practising their running or cross stitch to join fabric together and thinking about how they could make their item decorative by additional material and adding secure fastenings.
A special visitor from West Bromwich Albion Football Club came to talk to us about how education is important for our future career choices. We looked at how our current curriculum links to roles within the football club. Year 4, looked at how maths and science are linked to physiotherapists' roles within a club.
In design technology this term, we will be designing and making a Tudor-style waistcoat. We have been learning how to cut fabric, thread needles and tie knots with greater independence. Today, we have been mastering sewing techniques such as running and cross stitches to applique.
Year 5 had a wonderful visit to the Gurdwara this morning, children thoroughly enjoyed seeing the things we have been learning over the last few weeks in real life. The Sikh community were very welcoming and children were very respectful to the Sikh traditions by covering their heads. Children were invited to take part in the Langar, getting to try new delicious food. The Langar is a vegetarian meal, provided free of charge for all visitors. It is one way Sikhs practise serving others, being generous and seeing God in all. The cooking, serving and cleaning are done by volunteers doing sewa (selfless service). As they work, they sing prayers. Sikhs believe that this makes the food nourishing for the mind, body and soul.
This term in Religious Education, we are studying Sikhism. We are learning some of the key beliefs and ways Sikhs put their beliefs into practice. We are making links between the Sikh practices of selfless service and the Sikh beliefs that underpin this. Ask your child, can they name the five K’s?
We are visiting the Gurdwara on the 10th October. The children are very excited about being part of the Langar and trying new food.
In the afterschool cooking club, children have been learning essential skills. From food safety, understanding correct chopping methods and how to follow instructions to make some delicious meals. One of the best parts about learning new cooking skills is enjoying the results with family and friends.
Science this term is all about Forces! A force is a push or a pull that acts on an object due to interaction with another object. We will investigate the different types of forces from gravity to friction and air resistance to water resistance.
We tried an air resistance experiment in class. With our partner, we dropped two pieces of paper from the same height. One was flat and the other was crumpled up into a ball. Which piece of paper will fall faster? Why?
In year 5, a typical day sees English (Reading, Writing and SPaG) and maths taught in the mornings. In the afternoons, varied non-core subjects and Science is taught. These include History, Geography, Art, Design & Technology, Music, Computing, Religious Education, French/BSL, PHSE and Physical Education (PE).
Mr Bannister Class Teacher
Mrs Barrow Teaching Assistant
PE will take place in year 5 on a Monday, PE kit is expected to be worn and comprises of:
· A plain white T-shirt
· Black shorts
· Black slip-on pumps
In Winter, a plain black tracksuit can be worn. Please note that bracelets, rings, necklaces and hooped earrings are not permitted. Children will be asked to remove items of jewellery. Children who have their ears pierced can where small stud earrings.
When it is your child’s PE day, they are allowed to come to school dressed in their PE kit. Please read the above information carefully to ensure that your child is in the correct kit.