Welcome to the fabulous year 5!

The adult in our class are:

• Zara O’Driscoll (Class Teacher)

This week the school have been continuing their efforts to show that Robert Blair is not only a school, it is part of the wider community – after all, Our School is Our Classroom, Our City is Our School.

Ancient Greece!

Please review our knowledge organiser below to be ready for Summer 1!

It’s been an exciting week in Year 5 as our students dove into hands-on activities that stimulated their minds and sparked their creativity!

🌟 Exploring Ancient Greece: This week, our young scholars embarked on an extraordinary literary voyage as they delved into the mesmerizing world of Ancient Greece. With pens poised and imaginations ignited, our Year 5 students began crafting their very own travel guides, immersing themselves in the rich tapestry of history, culture, and mythology that this ancient civilization has to offer. From the majestic Acropolis to the mystical ruins of Delphi, each page of their guides promises to transport readers on an unforgettable journey through time. Stay tuned to witness the magic unfold as their words breathe life into the wonders of Ancient Greece! ✍️🏛️✨

🐭 Tech and Tunnels: Wrapping up the week on an adventurous note, our tech-savvy scholars delved into the world of robotics and engineering. Using programmable mice, they designed intricate mazes that put their critical thinking skills to the test. With twists, turns, and obstacles aplenty, the challenge was set for our furry friends to navigate through the maze to reach the coveted cheese at the end!

It’s been an exciting week in Year 5 as our students dove into hands-on activities that stimulated their minds and sparked their creativity!

🌟 Exploring Ancient Greece: This week, our young scholars embarked on an extraordinary literary voyage as they delved into the mesmerizing world of Ancient Greece. With pens poised and imaginations ignited, our Year 5 students began crafting their very own travel guides, immersing themselves in the rich tapestry of history, culture, and mythology that this ancient civilization has to offer. From the majestic Acropolis to the mystical ruins of Delphi, each page of their guides promises to transport readers on an unforgettable journey through time. Stay tuned to witness the magic unfold as their words breathe life into the wonders of Ancient Greece! ✍️🏛️✨

🐭 Tech and Tunnels: Wrapping up the week on an adventurous note, our tech-savvy scholars delved into the world of robotics and engineering. Using programmable mice, they designed intricate mazes that put their critical thinking skills to the test. With twists, turns, and obstacles aplenty, the challenge was set for our furry friends to navigate through the maze to reach the coveted cheese at the end!

 

Literacy

🏛️ Unveiling Ancient Greece: A Literary Odyssey 🏛️

Over the next couple of weeks, our eager explorers will continue their captivating journey into the heart of Ancient Greece. Armed with curiosity and fuelled by passion, they will delve deeper into the annals of history, unearthing the treasures of this ancient civilization to enrich their travel guides in literacy. Guided by the Year 5 grammar standards, they will weave intricate narratives, employing a myriad of linguistic techniques to paint vivid portraits of the mesmerizing landscapes and legendary landmarks of Greece.

Through meticulous research and scholarly inquiry, they will uncover the mysteries of the Parthenon, unravel the tales of gods and heroes in the pantheon of Greek mythology, and traverse the ancient streets of Athens and beyond. As they immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and stories of this illustrious era, their travel guides will serve as literary beacons, illuminating the wonders of Ancient Greece for readers far and wide.

Maths

📐 Exploring Angles: A Mathematical Odyssey 📐

In line with the UK National Curriculum for Year 5, our mathematicians have embarked on an exhilarating journey into the realm of angles. This week, they embarked on a quest to master the art of estimating and classifying angles, sharpening their mathematical acumen along the way. With protractors in hand and minds brimming with curiosity, they delved into the world of acute, obtuse, and right angles, honing their skills in identifying and distinguishing between these geometric marvels. As they navigate through this mathematical odyssey, guided by the National Curriculum’s objectives, our Year 5 students are poised to become angle aficionados, equipped with the knowledge and expertise to tackle any geometric challenge that comes their way!

This week’s homework:

https://classroom.google.com/c/NjIxMTk3MTAyODQy/a/NjY1OTYwNjEwODQ3/details

If you felt unsure of any concepts of these explore the Google Classroom resources, I have posted.

Your homework this week is to review your test papers with your grownup, see where you got things wrong, what would you change?

• Are there any concepts you would like more help on in particular?
• Let me know your weaknesses and strengths.

• Measuring Angles Quiz
• Prepositions Quiz

Your weekly spellings are:

• occur
• suggest
• attached
• appreciate
• according
• aggressive
• recommend
• immediate
• communicate
• opportunity

In addition, use at least 5 of the spellings above to write a mythical adventure story, set in ancient Greece!

If you wish for an assistance on chapter 1, feel free to use the outline below for guidance.

Chapter 1: The Call to Adventure

Introduction to the main character and their ordinary life in a small village in Greece.

The discovery of an ancient map or artifact that hints at a hidden treasure or a legendary creature.

The main character feels drawn to explore and sets off on their journey.