Welcome to Term 2!
 

Term 2 has arrived, and I’m really excited about all the fantastic learning opportunities we have planned! We have lots to look forward to this term as we explore new topics, develop our skills and get creative with our learning. With our history topic linking to Remembrance, an exciting class book and plenty of opportunities to get creative, it’s going to be a wonderful term!
 

So, what are we getting up to?
 

In English, we will be making links between our history topic and Remembrance. Inspired by our class book, Letters from the Lighthouse, we will be writing a newspaper article, using the events and historical context of the story to bring our writing to life. We will also explore letter writing, taking inspiration from soldiers during the war. To help us with this, we will watch Sainsbury’s moving Christmas Truce advert and use it as a stimulus for our own writing. Alongside these exciting pieces, we will continue to develop our Year 5 grammar skills and enjoy plenty of other opportunities to write creatively. 
 

In Maths, we will begin the term by developing our multiplication and division skills. We will build our confidence in using different methods to solve calculations and problems before moving on to our new fractions unit. This will give us plenty of opportunities to practise our mathematical reasoning, explain our thinking and tackle a range of challenges.
 

In Science, we will be exploring the topic Changes as We Grow Old. We will investigate how humans develop and change throughout their lives, including the physical changes that happen as we grow older. We will ask questions, explore scientific ideas and develop our understanding of the human life cycle.
 

In Art, we will be exploring painting and collage, with a particular focus on abstract art. We will investigate how artists use colour, shape, pattern and texture to express ideas and create different effects. We will have the opportunity to create our own abstract print before designing and making a felt panel. It will be a fantastic chance to experiment with different materials, develop our artistic skills and produce some beautiful, individual pieces of work!
 

In French, we will continue to develop our language skills with Madame Honorez. We will build our confidence in understanding and using French, practising our speaking and listening skills as we continue our language-learning journey.
 

In PE, we have an exciting term ahead! Every Wednesday afternoon, we will be heading to Uppingham Swimming Pool for our swimming sessions. These will give us the opportunity to develop our water confidence, improve our swimming technique and build our understanding of water safety. On Fridays, we will also take part in yoga, helping us to develop our balance, flexibility and coordination, while learning ways to relax and focus.
 

In RE, we will be exploring the question ‘What does it mean for Muslims to follow God?’ We will learn more about Muslim beliefs and practices, including how Muslims follow the teachings of Allah and the guidance found in the Qur’an. We will explore how these beliefs influence everyday life and consider what it means for Muslims to live in a way that reflects their faith.

And of course, it wouldn’t be Term 2 without a little Christmas magic! 🎄✨ We have lots of festive excitement to look forward to as we approach the end of term, including our Christmas celebrations and opportunities to come together as a school community. Our learning about Remembrance will also link beautifully to the story of the Christmas Truce, reminding us of the importance of peace, kindness and hope, even during the most difficult times. It’s sure to be a busy and special end to the term!