What a week it has been in Year 5! The sun has been shining, the field has reopened for play and this has certainly lifted spirits amongst the children. We have continued to be reflective in our RE lessons and worship this week, particularly in RE by reflecting on our Lenten promises, as we have reached the halfway point of our Lenten journey. In liturgy, we reflected on what it would be like to be omnipotent, to be all powerful. We shared ideas about what we would do if we had this ability and then listened to scripture to hear how Jesus used his power to help those in need.
Learning has continued to flow, with us continuing to work with multiplication in Maths, by using our prior knowledge to calculate volume with 3 or more numbers. In English, we have been getting very creative by using a combination of descriptive skills such as extended noun phrases, similes and personification to blend into our sci-fi story writing. In Science, things got very tasty as me delved into the phases of the moon and how our image of the moon changes during its cycle- this was highlighted by comparing Jaffa Cakes to the moon in a famous 1999 advert.
Conversation starters
Science- Has anyone in your family seen the famous ‘Jaffa Cake Moon Advert’ from 1999?, if so, explain to them why this advert is scientifically wrong- we spotted 3 big inaccuracies in the advert.
RE- Lent- We have reflected on our Lenten promises this week and discussed how we have faced temptations throughout our journey. How are your family members doing with their lenten promise? Have they faced any tempations? Have they stuck to their word and kept their promise?
Let’s Celebrate
Virtue Star: Anna
‘Treat others have you would like to be treated’ These words have been up in our classroom all year and is something we wish everyone to aspire to- you are someone who certainly lives by this motto Anna. You treat everyone with such kindness and love and this is why your classmates return the favour- because of how well you treat them.
Learner of the Week: Rodnie
You really could win this award every week Rodnie! Your work ethic, attitude and love of learning is just second to none. You really do set the benchmark in these departments and you are a pleasure to both teach and work alongside with your classmates. These attributes will be vital for Year 6 next year.
Notices
Homework- Please check the homework blog for your child’ weekly homework, including the deadline date.
Monday 23rd March- Bring an Easter Egg to school. Children can come into school in their own clothes with the small cost of donating an easter egg for our easter raffle.
School Photo Day- Wednesday 25th March
Year 5 Easter Assembly- Wednesday 1st April
School closes on Friday 2nd April at 2pm