Welcome to Spring 2
Earth and Space
Our Science lessons this half-term will focus on learning about Earth and Space. Through this unit, we will find out about the relative movement, shapes and sizes of the Earth, Sun and Moon. In addition, we will also learn about the rest of the solar system and human's exploration of space.
Parent Forecast:
Below is a copy of our current Parent/Carer Forecast. This useful document shows the learning and exciting opportunities that will be taking place in Larch Class throughout this half-term. If you would like to know more, please also take a look at our Long-Term Plan to discover everything that will be taking place this academic year. Please make an appointment to speak to Miss Dumelow if you have any further questions about our learning.
Our Class Book:
This half-term, we will continue reading our class book 'The boy at the back of the class' by Onjali Q Rauf.
We have really enjoyed finding out about the life of the main character 'Ahmet' and have created some wonderful diary entries linked to our class book. We can't wait to find out more about Ahmet's life as a refugee.
Reading:
Reading is a fundamental skill that underpins so many other areas of the curriculum. It is incredibly important to read a wide variety of text types to improve your word knowledge, reading stamina and ultimately immerse yourself in the wonderful world of story telling.
Reading Superstars:
In Larch Class, we aim to be superstar readers every single week! To be a Reading Superstar you must: read 3 times to yourself in school, 3 times to yourself at home and 3 times to an adult at home. We will be giving out plenty of prizes and treats to the children who continuously reach this target.
Homework:
Below is a copy of our homework menu for this current half-term. Homework will be set on a Friday and due in by the following Wednesday. We are always so excited to see the work that you complete at home and love to proudly display it in our classroom. We can’t wait to see the amazing work that you create this half-term! In addition to your homework, we expect all children to regularly practise their multiplication facts and division facts at home.
P.E Information:
Our P.E session day is Thursday however children must bring their P.E kits into school on a Monday and take them home on a Friday as there might be extra opportunity for P.E activities throughout the week. This half-term, we will be completing a unit of learning focused on 'Hockey.' During this unit of learning, we will focus on dribbling, keeping possession, tackling and marking. We will then have the opportunity to apply our new skills in a range of competitive game situations.
Welcome to Spring 1
Protecting the Environment
In our Geography lessons we will be building up the knowledge and skills needed to answer the key enquiry question - 'To what extent are humans damaging our world?' We will be investigating energy production, exploring the world's oceans and minerals, as well as conducting an enquiry into how our school can become more sustainable.
Parent Forecast:
Below is a copy of our current Parent/Carer Forecast. This useful document shows the learning and exciting opportunities that will be taking place in Larch Class throughout this half-term. If you would like to know more, please also take a look at our Long-Term Plan to discover everything that will be taking place this academic year. Please make an appointment to speak to Miss Dumelow if you have any further questions about our learning.
Our Class Book:
During Spring 1 we will begin reading our new class book 'The boy at the back of the class' by Onjali Q Rauf.
This book is one of Miss Dumelow's favourites as it is told with heart and humour. The Boy at the Back of the Class is a child's perspective on the refugee crisis, highlighting the importance of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn't always make sense.
Reading:
Reading is a fundamental skill that underpins so many other areas of the curriculum. It is incredibly important to read a wide variety of text types to improve your word knowledge, reading stamina and ultimately immerse yourself in the wonderful world of story telling.
Reading Superstars:
In Larch Class, we aim to be superstar readers every single week! To be a Reading Superstar you must: read 3 times to yourself in school, 3 times to yourself at home and 3 times to an adult at home. We will be giving out plenty of prizes and treats to the children who continuously reach this target.
Homework:
Below is a copy of our homework menu for this current half-term. Homework will be set on a Friday and due in by the following Wednesday. We are always so excited to see the work that you complete at home and love to proudly display it in our classroom. We can’t wait to see the amazing work that you create this half-term! In addition to your homework, we expect all children to regularly practise their multiplication facts and division facts at home.
P.E Information:
Our P.E session day is Thursday however children must bring their P.E kits into school on a Monday and take them home on a Friday as there might be extra opportunity for P.E activities throughout the week. This half-term, we will be completing a unit of learning focused on 'Gymnastics.' During this unit of learning, pupils will be given opportunity explore: performance of stag and split jump; perform pike roll; perform various landings on and over a vault; progress from a cartwheel to a round off; plan a sequence of movements on apparatus; perform as a group in time with each other to form a routine.
Welcome to Autumn 2
The Shang Dynasty:
This half-term, we will be learning about the importance of The Yellow River which is located in Northern China. We will explore how the river was utilized to benefit the people during era of The Shang Dynasty and how the river is still used today. Throughout our Geography sessions, we will be building the skills needed in order to answer the key question - To what extent did the people of the ancient civilisation - The Shang Dynasty - rely on The Yellow River?
A Christmas Carol
This half-term, the children in Larch class will also be taking part in our Upper Key Stage 2 production of A Christmas Carol. This play will promise to get you into the Christmas spirit and retell the classic Dicken's tale. We look forward to being part of such a spectacular performance and showcasing our talents to all of our parents and carers.
Parent Forecast:
Below is a copy of our current Parent/Carer Forecast. This useful document shows the learning and exciting opportunities that will be taking place in Larch Class throughout our second half-term. If you would like to know more, please also take a look at our Long-Term Plan to discover everything that will be taking place this academic year. Please make an appointment to speak to Miss Dumelow if you have any further questions about our learning.
Our Class Book:
During Autumn 2, we will continue to read and complete the book 'Stormbreaker' by the British author Anthony Horowitz. We are currently on the edge of our seats waiting to find out whether Alex is able to complete his top, secret mission without getting captured of not...
In addition, as we move closer to Christmas, we will be reading and discussing a range of seasonal themed stories.
Reading:
Reading is a fundamental skill that underpins so many other areas of the curriculum. It is incredibly important to read a wide variety of text types to improve your word knowledge, reading stamina and ultimately immerse yourself in the wonderful world of story telling.
Reading Superstars:
In Larch Class, we aim to be superstar readers every single week! To be a Reading Superstar you must: read 3 times to yourself in school, 3 times to yourself at home and 3 times to an adult at home. We will be giving out plenty of prizes and treats to the children who continuously reach this target.
Homework:
Below is a copy of our homework menu for this current half-term. Homework will be set on a Friday and due in by the following Wednesday. We are always so excited to see the work that you complete at home and love to proudly display it in our classroom. We can’t wait to see the amazing work that you create this half-term! In addition to your homework, we expect all children to regularly practise their multiplication facts and division facts at home.
P.E Information:
Our P.E session day is Thursday however children must bring their P.E kits into school on a Monday and take them home on a Friday as there might be extra opportunity for P.E activities throughout the week. This half-term, we will be completing a unit of learning called - 'Teamwork and Leadership.' This unit focuses on developing cooperative skills and supporting the skills needed for leadership. The children will learn to reflect upon what makes a good team and the benefits of operating as a supportive cooperative team member or leader.
Our first visit to 'The Nook'
This week in Larch Class, we had a special assembly to tell us about a brand new area in school called 'The Nook.' It is a cosy space filled with books, blankets and brilliant reading challenges. We were so excited on Thursday when it was our turn to visit! Please enjoy looking at the wonderful photographs of our class enjoying 'The Nook' and reading our thoughts on our time there.
"I think it's really cool because it has got all sorts of books and places to sit."
"There was so many books to choose from like: football, Harry Potter and animal books."
"It's got calmness and imagination. I loved it because it made me feel like I was reading outside."
"When are we going back? I love it!"
Our First Week in Year 5
It has been an absolute pleasure to welcome our children back to school this week. Even though it has been VERY warm, Larch class have settled into their new rules and routines wonderfully. They have worked hard and have thoroughly impressed their adults with their fantastic attitude to learning.
We ended such a super week with an ice-cold treat which as you can see, we all really enjoyed.
Welcome to Larch Class
2023-2024
Welcome to Larch Class website page! We are a Year 5 class.
This year, the adults in Larch class are:
Miss Dumelow
Miss Schofield
Mrs Caudwell
Mrs Thompson
Miss Booth
We are so excited to be part of your learning journey and create so many fantastic memories with you!
The Shang Dynasty:
In History we will be exploring the ‘Shang Dynasty of Ancient China’. We will develop our knowledge as historians by learning about the achievements of the earliest civilisations and find out who Di Xin (King Zhou of Shang) was. We will explore the social hierarchy of different people in the Dynasty and build up the skills needed to answer our enquiry question - 'What were the main reasons that lead to the Shang Dynasty being overthrown and the end to King Di Xin of The Shang?'
Parent Forecast:
Below is a copy of our current Parent/Carer Forecast. This useful document shows the learning and exciting opportunities that will be taking place in Larch Class throughout our first half-term. If you would like to know more, please also take a look at our Long-Term Plan to discover everything that will be taking place this academic year. Please make an appointment to speak to Miss Dumelow if you have any further questions about our learning.
Our Class Book:
'Stormbreaker' is a young adult action-adventure book written by British author Anthony Horowitz, and is the first novel in the Alex Rider series. Alex Rider is only 14 years old when his uncle and guardian, Ian Rider, is mysteriously killed in a car accident. Alex soon discovers that his uncle had a secret life as a spy for the British government and he will now take over his uncle's mission and will be trained as a spy.
Reading:
Reading is a fundamental skill that underpins so many other areas of the curriculum. It is incredibly important to read a wide variety of text types to improve your word knowledge, reading stamina and ultimately immerse yourself in the wonderful world of story telling.
In Larch Class we love reading! We have a beautiful reading area in our classroom with cosy cushions and bean bags so we can curl up with our favourite novel in comfort.
Reading Superstars:
In Larch Class, we aim to be superstar readers every single week! To be a Reading Superstar you must: read 3 times to yourself in school, 3 times to yourself at home and 3 times to an adult at home. We will be giving out plenty of prizes and treats to the children who continuously reach this target.
Homework:
Below is a copy of our homework menu for this current half-term. Homework will be set on a Friday and due in by the following Wednesday. We are always so excited to see the work that you complete at home and love to proudly display it in our classroom. We can’t wait to see the amazing work that you create this academic year! In addition to your homework, we expect all children to regularly practise their multiplication facts and division facts at home.
P.E Information:
Our P.E session day is Thursday however children must bring their P.E kits into school on a Monday and take them home on a Friday as there might be extra opportunity for P.E activities throughout the week.
Dojo Points
As a school, we are committed to creating a learning environment where exemplary behaviour is at the heart of productive learning. We encourage a calm and happy atmosphere throughout school and this year, we will be rewarding children with 'Dojo Points' for displaying examples of being a Kirkby Avenue role model. In Larch class we have worked together to create a class charter which highlights our class expectations and shows the amazing treats that can be earned by following our rules. All parents and carers have been invited to sign up to Class Dojo as this is a further way of staying up to date with all things 'Larch Class.' We will be posting lots of pictures of our learning throughout the year so keep your eyes peeled for more. If you have any issues with signing up to Class Dojo, please speak to Miss Dumelow.
Unfortunately not the ones with chocolate chips.
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