St James' Church of England Primary
Welcome to Year Five
Mrs Wilde and Mrs Vaughan help the children in Year 5 with their learning
Ms Wilde's email address is: WildeS@sja.fa1.uk
Scroll down for details on term dates, educational visits, homework and other useful information...
Things to bring to school
Every day: reading diary and reading book
Wednesday – Completed learning log (homework)
Wednesday - PE (please BRING a PE kit of a white t-shirt and blue or black shorts)
Please remember to bring a coat in cold and/or rainy weather
Homework information
- There will be a learning log challenge that will be set every Wednesday, which should be returned to school by the following Wednesday. Homework help is on Microsoft Teams every week. Please bring back homework on time to avoid any consequences.
- Children are given spellings every Monday (in their reading record) to learn at home. They need to remember them for the spelling test on Friday.
- We also expect that the children will be spending time reading and learning their times tables and/or working on 'My Maths' and 'Reading Plus' at home.
We ask that you initial all completed homework and reading for your child in their homework diaries. Thank you.
Scroll down for the list of homework tasks for each half term.
Spring 2
Monday 20th February 2023 - Friday 31st March 2023
Topic: Trade Places
A geography focus
We will 'zoom in' on California and look at the human and physical geography of this region
California is geographically diverse. Although the area is a constant risk of earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and wildfires, it is the most populated state in the United States of America. We will find out why.
Our Knowlege Organiser for Trade Places
English
You can find all of the weekly spellings on the spelling app (on this website). Children will be reading a range of texts including fiction, non-fiction and poetry, inlcuding:
- The Breakfast Club Adventures by Marcus Rashford
- Scoop! An Exclusive by Monty Molenski by John Kelly & Cathy Tincknell
- California non-fiction texts
- Only One of Me by James Berry
Look at our online library section of the website to access the books
Maths
- Week 1-2: Fractions (finding fractions of amounts)
- Week 3-5: Decimals and percentages
- Week 6: Perimeter
Other subjects
- In science, we are learning about life cycles of different plants and animals.
- In computing, we are learning to create a spreadsheet.
- In French, we are studying 'En Ville' - in the town
- In PSHCE, our SEALs theme is 'Good to be Me' with a focus on self-esteem and staying safe
PSHCE Reading: Only One of Me by James Berry
- In RE, we are studying Eastern PE lessons we are learning dance and gymnastics
- In music we are continuing to learn and improve our ukulele skills
Spring 1: Homework
Week 1 - Find out where your favourite food comes from
Week 2 - Write a short biography of Jane Goodall
Week 3 - Create an information sheet on the San Andreas fault in California
Week 4 - How and why do Christians celebrate Easter?
Week 5 - Explain the importance of Ramadan to Muslims
Week 6 - Make a leaflet on Fair Trade
Children will have the homework explained to them before they bring it home. Labels will be in their homework books and help on 'Teams'. Thank you for helping them! You assistance is appreciated.
Year 5 – Educational Visits
At St. James’ Church of England Primary School, we believe that our children should have the opportunity to enjoy many experiences to enrich their lives and learning. As a result, we have planned a series of educational visits for the children.
So far these have included:
Friday 11th November 2022 Media City for Blue Peter. 8am pick up – 12.30 return
Thursday 17th November 2022: Ashton cinema for film festival – The Railway Children. 10-11.45am
Thursday 24th November 2022: Industrial Revolution - Park Bridge Heritage Trail. 9am-11.30am
Thursday 1st December 2022: Forces and Flight - Museum of Science and Industry. 9am – 3.30pm
We are looking forward to more in the spring and summer terms.
Do you want to do extra maths at home?!
Here is the link to White Rose Maths, which is the scheme we use in school - linked to Power Maths.
There are loads of activities in here and you can choose the appropriate level to do.
Click the maths links below: Place Value
Don't forget to look out for more activities on My Maths and TEAMS!
If you are interested in First Aid, there is a free online course for children and parents.
Just click the links to access: First Aid part 1
First Aid part 2
If you wish to contact me, my email address is: WildeS@sja.fa1.uk
You can also make an appointment by telephoning reception on 0161 330 2008 and I will try to get back to you as soon as I can.
Our class prayers
At lunch time:
For health and strength and daily food, we thank you God.
Amen
At the end of the day:
Now the day is over, we lift our hands and say,
Thank you heavenly Father/God - for today,
We're sorry for the wrong things, but glad about the right,
Keep us heavenly Father/God, in your love tonight.
Amen
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