Year 5 - Athens Class
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Year 5 Home Learning Summer 2020
Hello Athens Class!
Hope you are keeping well and safe. The teachers at Jubilee have been working hard to make sure you can still keep learning at home. Check this page as I’ll be uploading activities that I want you to complete at home. I’m so proud of your work and resilience in this difficult time.
You could have your work featured on our gallery! If you would like to send us pictures of your wonderful projects, or have any questions, please contact us on year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com
BBC Bitesize
Facts and Figures
Home Learning w/c 13.7.20 (Final Week)
Good morning Athens class. We have made it! What a journey! I know that we all have been through this journey together and have grown from it. We have come out stronger and better. Please remember that you can do anything but not everything. Have a wonderful summer holidays and take care of your body, it is the only place you have to live in.
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths
Skill: To convert between pounds and kilograms.
In the penultimate lesson of this unit we are going to investigate the difference between imperial pounds and metric kilograms. As with our exploration of miles and kilometres, we are going to use approximate conversions to solve problems.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-convert-between-pounds-and-kilograms
PSHE
Below is an interactive lesson on Black Lives Matter!
George Floyd: our catalyst for change
In today's lesson, we will be building on the wonderful work that has taken place on Black Lives Matter by using the ultimate tragedy of George Floyd’s death to drive change nationally. As Deputy PM, you will lead this via contributing to a ‘Fund it’ page, create a billboard and a slogan to raise awareness of the issue of bias.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/george-floydour-catalyst-for-change-1bb99e
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths
Skill: To apply measures and conversions in context.
In the last lesson of this unit, we are going to apply all the work that we have done on length over the past 9 lessons. We are going to explore Leonardo Da Vinci’s famous Vitruvian Man, the maths that it holds within it and apply that to our own bodies.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-apply-measures-and-conversions-in-context
Friday – English and Science
Home Learning w/c 6.7.20
Good morning Athens. It was so lovely to see some of you on Friday at school. Thanks for all the amazing work and pictures showing your hard work. Please remember the mind is everything. Imagine with all your mind, believe with all your heart and achieve with all your might. Continue to keep healthy, happy and safe.
Superstar Samantha making her volcano
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: Below are interactive lessons on conversion.
Skill: To convert between grams and kilograms.
In our seventh lesson of this unit, we will be focusing on converting between grams and kilograms. We will start the lesson with a focus on how and why we measure in grams in kilograms, before moving onto converting between grams and kilograms and then finishing with how to read scales in which not all numbers are shown.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-convert-between-grams-and-kilograms
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
Skill: To apply measures and conversions in context.
In the last lesson of this unit, we are going to apply all the work that we have done on length over the past 9 lessons. We are going to explore Leonardo da Vinci’s famous Vitruvian Man, the maths that it holds within it and apply that to our own bodies.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-apply-measures-and-conversions-in-context
PSHE: Below is an interactive lesson on Black Lives Matter!
In today's lesson, we visit a key topic of Black Lives Matter given the recent case of George Floyd. The lesson is around creating hope for the future – a future that is not based on the colour of someone's skin but the content of their character. A national push for an Oak Tree of Hope will be shared, where we all share a hope using #Iamhopefulfor and attach it to a tree as a symbol of the diversity of our society.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/black-lives-matter-a0b08e/activities/1
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 29.6.20
Hi Athens class,
What a change in the weather from the lovely sunshine to windy days! Hope you are all keeping happy, healthy and safe. I miss you all so much. Thanks for the amazing work that you have been sending me. Please remember that you have many gifts, skills and talents. You are good at what you do and can only get better. Don't judge each day by the harvest that you reap but by the seeds that you plant-Robert Louis Stevenson
Athens Superstars
PE - Let's get fit with Zumba dance - 'Kukere' by Iyanya. Follow the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uJt1OFi_w8
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: Below are interactive lessons on conversion.
To find the perimeter and convert units of measurements.
In lesson 5 of our unit on converting measurements, we will be combining our knowledge of perimeter and converting units to find the perimeter of rectilinear shapes.
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Music: Singing in harmony
In this lesson, we will learn about harmony and then learn a new song written by an A-level Music student.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/singing-in-harmony/activities/1
Maths -To convert miles and kilometres.
This is the sixth lesson on our unit of conversion. In this lesson we explore the difference between imperial and metric units. This lesson will focus on converting between miles and kilometres – a real life skill that you will use for the rest of your life.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-convert-miles-and-kilometres
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 22.6.20
Good morning Athens class
Hope you had a wonderful weekend and you are prepared and ready for a new week. Thanks for all the amazing work and pictures that I have been sent weekly. Always remember to imagine with all your mind; believe with all your heart and achieve with all your might. Please stay healthy, happy and safe.
For this week's challenge, I want you to study an artist called Wassily Kandinsky.
Click on this link: https://www.ducksters.com/biography/artists/wassily_kandinsky.php
Kandinsky was one of the founding fathers of Abstract Art. He used shapes and colours to express feelings. Here are some of his works:
Can you use shapes and colour to create your own abstract art/painting?
PSHE: This week, I want us to refocus on our well-being; keeping safe and healthy. Here’s a short video that can help you do that.
Follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvGmRvRn4iE
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Music:
Below is an interactive lesson on pulse and rhythm in music.
In this lesson, we will sing and clap to the pulse and rhythm of a variety of different musical examples.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-identify-pulse-and-rhythm-in-music
Maths:
Below are interactive lessons on converting between units of length.
In lesson 3 of our unit on converting measures, we are going to focus on converting between units of length. We will start with a revision of conversion facts between millimetres, centimetres, metres and kilometres. Using these facts, we will apply these to some real life problems around the Olympics. We will also bring in non-standard units thinking about how many laps different track races at the Olympics are.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-convert-between-units-of-length
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
To apply length conversions to problems.
In the fourth lesson of this unit, we will continue to look at length. We will apply everything we have learnt about length so far and apply it to some example of real-life problems. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to convert different units of length so that you can spot errors and solve logistical problems.
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-apply-length-conversions-to-problems
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 15.6.20
Good morning Athens Class
I woke up to see the sun smiling in all its glory. I hope that you are keeping, healthy, happy and safe. I am aware that Mrs Higgins called you all to make sure you are doing well. I will be looking at your responses to the phone call this week. Thanks for all the amazing work that you have been sending in, please continue.Try to keep as positive as you can and remember 'We are shaped by our thoughts, we become what we think'-Guatama Buddha. Love you all and miss you so much my sweet peas.
For this week's challenge, I want you to design and make anything of your choice from recyclable materials.
When designing a product, whether on paper or digitally using computer aided design (CAD) software, there are several different design skills you can utilise.
Follow this link to learn the basics of design skills. Let’s see what you can come up with.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdp9d6f
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths: To convert between seconds, minutes and hours
In this lesson we are starting a new unit of work on converting measurements. We will start with a revision of time facts. As the lesson develops, we will hone our skills of converting between seconds, minutes and hours and by the end of this lesson, you will be solving time-related problems on a blank numberline whilst also converting units of time. Click on the link:
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-convert-between-seconds-minutes-and-hours/
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
MATHS: To solve problems involving converting between hours and minutes
In lesson 2 of our unit on converting measures, we will be deepening our understanding by solving time problems and representing them using bar models. We will work through several problems together which will increase in difficulty. By the end of this lesson, you will have explored the underlying structures which help us convert units of time and solve problems. Click on the link below:
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 8.6.20
Good morning Athens Class
I have been thinking about you a lot and hope that you are all doing well. Thanks for all the wonderful and amazing work that you have been sending in. I am hoping that you have been keeping fit and healthy. Please remember the Jubilee key this term is to be healthy, happy and safe.To keep the body in good health is a duty...otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear-Gautama Buddha
For this week's challenge, I'll like you to share with me any extracurricular activities you've done or you are doing outside school work. Good luck!!
PE- Join in with this 20 minutes workout. Follow the link to join in:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzx-d1Z2bLY
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
Below are interactive lessons on position and co-ordinates.
Describing position after translation:
In today’s lesson, we will be translating more than one co-ordinate across a grid with negative numbers (Lesson 5).
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/describe-position-after-translation-87505b/
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
To identify and describe reflections:
In the sixth lesson of the unit, we will be learning about reflections. We will be understanding what mathematical reflections are and will learn what a line of reflection is. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify how a shape has been reflected (Lesson 6).
https://classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/to-identify-and-describe-reflections/
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 1.6.20
Good morning Athens class. It is a new month, a new week and a new day with new challenges and new opportunities. I just want to remind you that if you wait for perfection conditions you will never get anything done so seize and enjoy the moment. Thanks for all the amazing work that you have been sending to me.
For this week's challenge, I will like you to write a RECOUNT on your half term break.
Use the link below to recap on the features of a good recount writing.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/z2yycdm/articles/zgfhcj6
PE: Let's start the day with African Dance workout.
Click on the link to join in:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0WPlga_nY8
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
Below are interactive lessons on position and co-ordinates.
In this lesson, you will be building on the knowledge that you have acquired so far. Using the co-ordinates work you started in lesson 1 and the translation of shapes in lesson 2, you will be plotting, translating and re-plotting lines on a grid (Lesson 3). Click on the link:
https://www.thenational.academy/year-5/maths/describing-positions-and-coordinates-year-5-wk1-3
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Maths:
In this lesson, we will be looking at plotting co-ordinates on a grid with four quadrants. We will link this to our prior learning about translation by translating one coordinate in multiple ways and working out the coordinates. Click on the link:
https://www.thenational.academy/year-5/maths/describe-position-after-translation-year-5-wk1-4
Friday - English and Science
Optional Half-term Home Learning w/c 25.5.20
Good morning Athens class
Hope you are keeping, happy, healthy and safe. Always remember that the secret of getting ahead is getting started. Try to make little notes to yourself and loved ones.Thanks for all the amazing work that I have been receiving. This week's work is optional.
This week's challenge is on Art.
In this video clip, you will learn about how a famous Portuguese artist-Paula Rego uses her art work to tell stories, learn some basic artistic techniques and create your own artwork.
Follow this link to watch the videos and learn about some basic artistic techniques:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z47fvk7
Create your own artwork and don't forget to share your artwork with the rest of the children by sending it to me.
Certificate of the week
This week's achievement certificate goes to:
PE - Let's get down with this 30-minute-Hip Hop workout.
Click on this link to join in on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwkXyHjgoDM
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
MATHS - Below are interactive lessons on translation.
In this first unit, we are studying transformations.
Transformations are a way of changing the size or position of a shape. In today’s lesson, we will be exploring coordinates and translations. The lesson starts with a quiz, then a video and finally the independent task.
Click on the link below.
https://www.thenational.academy/year-5/maths/an-introduction-to-translation-year-5-wk1-1#
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
MATHS - Still on Translation. Click on the link below.
https://www.thenational.academy/year-5/maths/describing-translations-year-5-wk1-2
Friday - English and Science
Home Learning w/c 18.5.20
Good morning Athens class
I know these few months have been very challenging but I want you to know that everything you or I experience is a part of our journey. Please remember that if you get tired, learn to rest not quit. I love you all so much and miss you dearly.
This week's challenge is on:
"RESILIENCE - Don't leave home without it. You were born with Bounce-Back Ability" - Ty Howard.
I want you to listen to the story read in this video clip on YouTube.
We love this story of resilience - fighting for what you believe in and being true to yourself no matter what.
Click on the link below to listen to the story:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kTVtML08CE&t=4s
Imagine you’re Marcenia. Write a PERSUASIVE LETTER to your parents explaining why you should be allowed to play baseball and all the benefits that you can derive from it.
I can’t wait to read your persuasive letters. Remember to use your best handwriting and emotive language!
Certificate of the week
This week's achievement certificate goes to:
PE - Let's go with mindfulness YOGA. Follow the link below.
Home Learning w/c 11.5.20
Good Morning Athens class.
I am missing you so much. I want you to continue to be resilient and stay focus on the tasks that you have been given. Please remember that you are striving to be the very best version of yourself in every way that you can. Try to make amazing memories with your loved ones as you explore new things together.
We've decided to be giving out weekly achievement certificate for your home learning. So keep sending your works in as we love seeing and reading your creativity.
This week's achievement certificates go to...
THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:
I want you to watch this video clip on BBC teach. Click on the link below:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/growth-mindset-and-wellbeing-lesson/z4g4382
Write a poem on your emotion during this lock down and use Art work to express the emotion.
See samples of emotion Art work below:
PE - Start the day with a 30-minute Hip-Hop Fit Workshop.
Let's go...
Follow the link below to join in on YouTube:
Good morning Athens class 
I am missing you so much. Please take care of yourself and your family. Although we are facing challenging times, always remain positive and continue to be that light that shines when it is dark. I want you to always strive to be the best version of yourself.
Here's this week's challenge:
'Caring people help others not because they expect a reward but because it is natural to show kindness'.
By an unknown author.
Our NHS workers have shown tremendous efforts in caring for every one of us during this pandemic period.
I will like you to design a poster on ‘You care, We care’ to celebrate our NHS workers and to share on the school gallery. You may also want to display it on your windows at home.
Here’s an example:
Email me your poster:
year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com
PE: Start the day with Afrobeat danceout as one of your 5 - a - day.
Let's go...
Click on the link below to join in on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9NVJIM8w40
Home Learning w/c 13.4.20
Monday - English, Maths and Foundation Subject
Wednesday - Maths and Foundation Subject
Friday - English and Science
Hello Athens Class!
Hope you are staying inside and keeping safe. Try to eat lots of fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. Remember to exercise daily to keep fit. Do lots of activities together as a family. Please remember to complete all assignments on the class page and well done for all your fabulous works done so far.
Keep sending me your beautiful works via the email:
year5and6jubileeteachers@gmail.com
This week's tasks are below.
We start with a warm up PE - Join in - kids and adults workout on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_A_HjHZxfI
Keep safe, keep focused, keep strong and never give up!
Mrs Brown
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Homework Menu
Feel free to look over the children's homework menu to see what different opportunities they have to further their learning and embed knowledge learnt at school. Homework is expected to be handed in by Friday, every week. We would like the children to select either a Maths or English homework alongside another subject each week. Therefore, two pieces of homework should be completed.
WOW, Angelic voices! Our Christmas performance was absolutely fabulous. We loved it!
Thanks to all our parents who came to support us. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
