Practical problem solving in Maths

Practical problem solving in Maths

In Maths we have been developing our problem solving skills. Today we looked at how we can act out and represent problems using equipment to help us really ‘see’ and then understand the problem. This helped us to ultimately solve a range of problems.
Creating the Grand Canyon

Creating the Grand Canyon

In Geography, we have been learning about the geography of the USA. We have looked at the Grand Canyon and how it was formed by the Colorado River eroding the rock. We recreated this on the school field and looked at how we could form our own canyons.
What could be healthier? 🍝

What could be healthier? 🍝

Year 5 have completed a food technology unit on healthy eating. After learning about bolognese and how the meat is sourced, they began looking at different recipes and cooking options. They tasted different sauces and looked at their ingredients and nutritional...
Forces

Forces

Year 5 have completed lots of work on our topic of Forces this week. First we investigated air resistance by designing and testing parachutes to find the prefect parachute to create the most air resistance. Then we investigated water resistance to se which shaped...
Health and Fitness

Health and Fitness

PE this term has seen the children in Year 5 increase their fitness levels by taking part in cardio, flexibility and strength circuits each week. We’ve found it tough but rewarding!