YEAR 5 - Cannon and Chatsworth
Welcome to Year 5!
We are really looking forward to our final term together in Year 5! We cannot believe how fast this year has gone and we are so proud of how hard you have all worked so far! As we progress into summer 2, we will be wrapping up our Year 5 learning in preparation for you joining Year 6 in September!
What We're Learning This Half Term
Mathematics: Negative numbers, Converting units, Volume.
In maths, we'll be diving deeper into negative numbers and why they are used. We will also be looking at converting different units and looking at how we use these in the real world.
English: Writing styles
Our English lessons this term will have us looking at a range of different writing styles, this includes playscripts, poetry and diary formal letters. We are looking forward to developing our skills in writing further as we move through the summer term.
Science: Changes to humans
This term we will be looking at the changes to humans. This will include the human timeline, how babies develop, puberty, adolescence and how adults grow into old age.
History: Monarchs through time
This term we will be focusing our history lessons on Monarchs through time. We are looking forward to developing our understanding to a deeper level and discovering more about the past.
Geography: Biomes
This term in Geography we will be learning all about Biomes. Linking nicely to our North America work we are excited to develop our understanding further while making links to our prior knowledge.
Spanish: Habitats
In Spanish we will be learning all about different habitats. We are excited to develop our Spanish skills further to be able to talk about different habitats we might find around the world.
RE: islam
In RE we will be continuing learning all about Islam. We will use our knowledge from this term to help us further understand religion.
Homework:
At Maltby Manor Academy, we are committed to supporting your child's learning at home. In Key Stage 2, our homework is designed to build key skills and foster a love of learning.
Here’s what to expect:
- Times Table Rock Stars – Practice times tables daily using TT Rockstars to build multiplication skills and confidence.
- Daily Reading – Record all reading activities in your child's planner. Regular reading at home is key to developing comprehension and fluency.
- Weekly Spelling Sheets – Focused activities to develop accurate and confident spelling. Handed out on a Friday returned by Wednesday.
- Curriculum Homework Menu – A choice of creative, engaging tasks linked to your child’s current topics.
Our homework programme offers a variety of opportunities to enrich your child’s learning and strengthen the home-school partnership. Thank you for your continued support in helping your child thrive!
We're looking forward to a fantastic half-term and we can’t wait to continue our amazing learning journey in Year 5.