Maths: The children will start the Spring term with multiplying and dividing 3 & 4 digit numbers, by a 2-digit number (2345 x 56) using the strategies they are familiar with. They will move onto problem solving with multiplication before working on division methods. This will include short division and dividing a 4-digit number by a onedigit number. After problem solving using division, we will then move onto fractions (AGAIN!) This will involve multiplication and finding fractions of amounts. Spanish: With Señor Asensi, the children will be learning about 'El tiempo' (the weather). They will recognise and recall weather expressions. In addition, the children will learn how to ask what the weather is today and give a reply in Spanish. They will learn about the weather in Spain, including using a weather map with symbols.
Year 5 – Spring 1 ‘A Greek Odyssey’
English: During this half term, the children will be reading a range of Ancient Greek myths and legends. They will be exploring the features of persuasive texts and writing their own persuasive texts linked to the Ancient Greeks. They will have the opportunity to write independently, applying their knowledge from the year so far. The children will be learning how to use causal conjunctions, apostrophes for possession, subjunctive verbs and colons to link related clauses.
History: For our first History topic of Year 5, the children will be learning all about Ancient Greece! During Spring 1, the children will be exploring the civilisation of the Ancient Greeks. They will compare similarities and differences between Athens and Sparta, before learning about the famous wars and battles of the time. Tied in with our reading, the children will learn all about the Greek Gods!