This week the children have been consolidating their understanding of addition and subtraction using formal methods. They have also been solving word problems involving addition and subtraction facts before solving problems involving all four operations. Any extra practice would be helpful. In English, they have been creating poetic imagery with a space theme then writing their own space poem.

Please continue to work on the spelling lists, using the strategies given. Also help children to consolidate the words that contain the grapheme that sounds like ‘sh’.

This week Alicia Lea (5E) received the golden leaf award for working hard to improve her understanding of word problems and increasing her work rate. Ethan Baker (5E) has his writing displayed on the showstoppers wall. Fraya-Mai Humphrey (5T) received the golden leaf award for her improved effort and perseverance. Kyle Gardner and Kristopher Baker (5T) have their writing on the showstopper wall too.

5T really enjoyed their first swimming lesson. Please remember to send children with a hat and goggles if possible.

Have a relaxing weekend,

The Year 5 team