TERM 5 and TERM 6

It feels unbelievable that we are fast approaching the end of the academic school year, time has flown very quickly with so much learning and fun.

This term in Mathematics, our focus will be on measurement, concentrating our learning on mass, volume and capacity.  We will be learning how to compare, convert and add different measurements.  We will be using lots of practical resources to help us in our learning.  In Term 6 we will be considering money, how to convert add and subtract different amounts which will help us in everyday life!  We will also be looking at time, statistics and shapes.  We have a very busy term coming up!

In English, we will be studying the beautiful book ‘Escape from Pompeii’ and will be using this book to express our creativity in poetry and drama.  We will be writing free verse and narrative poems.  We will be learning about the features of each of these types of poems before writing and performing our own poetry.   

From here we will move on to exploring the book ‘Romans on the Rampage’ and will become newspaper reporters, creating a factually correct, attention grabbing report with all the features that you will find in a newspaper. We will also be conducting research on the Romans and will produce an interesting, fact filled non-chronological report.  We will be able to share an analysis of our expertise on the Romans!

Our topic this term will be centred on the Roman invasion of Britain.  We will be looking at how life was before and after the Roman invasion.  We will be taking an exciting look at different sources, considering whether they are primary or secondary and how valid and helpful they are in teaching us about the Romans. We will be researching the Roman army, their work ethic, expectations, culture and lifestyle.

In Art we have the exciting opportunity to design and create a mosaic. We will research Mosaics, who had them, the different designs and how they were made.  We will then be using this information to help with our own creations.

In RE, we will be spending our time thinking about the Pentecost and what this means to Christians.  We will spend time thinking about the Kingdom of God and what it represents.  We will be looking at liturgical art, analysing its significance and creating out own artwork to convey our thoughts and feelings about the Kingdom of God.

Next term we will be deepening our knowledge on Sikhism and will look at the teachings of Guru Granth Sahib and Seva.  We will also be considering the different things Sikhs do which show equality in the Langar.  We will also be having discussions around reasons why being a Sikh is good but also considering the reasons why it might be difficult at times.

Finally, in PE, we will be learning how to play Handball and Cricket, developing our skills and techniques so we can compete in a fair and exciting match at the end of the term.

We are all looking forward to exciting learning ahead with your continued support and efforts!