Talk for Writing
In English our focus text is Wildspark by Vashti Hardy The children will explore the story from the main character’s perspective and write a narrative of her journey. The students will also discover meanings of new words within the context of the story.
Maths
In Maths we will be focusing on place value with numbers to 1,000,000, spending time using number lines and using methods to compare round numbers confidently.
PE
PE will be on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. The students will need kit suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities.
This term we will be exploring health related exercises and invasion skills.
Reading and Handwriting
At Nansledan, we appreciate the huge importance of both reading and handwriting. These are the keys to unlocking the rest of the curriculum. With this in mind, time is devoted to these skills daily.
Spellings & Homework
Access Spelling Shed to practise our weekly spellings. The children will be tested on these spelling words every Friday
A list of challenge words that children in England are expected to be able to spell by the end of Year 6 (age 11) can be found below. Please also practise these throughout the year.
Homework is set half termly as the suggested learning opportunities at home. Children are also able to access TTRS, Spelling Shed and SumDog whilst at home.
Google Classroom
• Invitation link: https://classroom.google.com/c/NjIwOTk5Nzk5MjQw?cjc=ep72nye
• Class code: ep72nye
Mrs Baxter
Class Teacher
Mrs Watts
General Teaching Assistant
