Year 5 Home Learning Activities – Week 4 

Hi Year 5! 

We hope you’ve had a great first week of home learning after the Easter holidays and you’re all enjoying our new Shakespeare play The Tempest. This week we are going to focus on finding out more about Shakespeare’s life before moving on to the next scene of The Tempest next week. Keep sharing your wonderful work with us on Seesaw, we love to see what you have been doing at home.  

Don’t forget to continue doing some daily exercise and if you can, go outside for some fresh air. The blossom trees are beautiful at the moment and there are plenty of amazing things in nature to see.  

Enjoy and have fun!   

Jo, Lucy and Katy                       

Reading activity 1: Read through this summary of Shakespeare’s life and the answer the following questions. 

 

 

 

    

 

      

   

              

Reading activity 2:  Take a close look at these portraits of Shakespeare. What is similar and different about the portraits? What can you infer from the portraits e.g. How old do you think he was when each portrait was created?  

               

Reading activity 3: 

 

     

Reading activity 4: Watch this video of Michael Rosen talking about his top seven fascinating facts about Shakespeare: https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/36099744  

  Can you find out seven more facts about Shakespeare? You can record your facts any way you choose e.g. a fact file, a video which you could then upload to Seesaw.               

Reading activity 5: 

 Shakespeare liked joining words together to make what we called compound words. Make a list of all the compound words you can find above.  

 Can you think of any other compound words? For example, ‘football’ is one because it is a single word made up of two other words ‘foot’ and ‘ball’.  

 

   

 Other reading activities: 

● Read a chapter from your home reading book or a book that you have borrowed from the library. 

● Write down any unfamiliar words from the chapter they have read. Explore the meanings of these words by using a dictionary or reading around the sentence. 

● Read something around the house that isn’t a book e.g. a magazine, recipe book etc. 

 

SPAG - expanded noun phrases 

Earth Day was on Wednesday 22nd April 2020 and it is a special day every year to celebrate the magnificent world that we live in.  

Look at how beautiful our planet is!  

 

The Bissagos Islands off the coast of Guinea-Bissau, West Africa 

 

Amazon river and rainforest in Brazil   

 

The Sundarbans, the largest delta in the world  

Activity: Write a description of each photograph using expanded noun phrases. Don’t forget to use a thesaurus too. Remember noun phrases are sentences made up of a noun and at least one adjective. E.g Hundreds of immense, turquoise rivers flow through the deep, layered forest.  

Writing   

Activity 1: Analysing the features of a diary Read the entry from Little Red Riding Hood’s diary, it’s quite funny! Then read it again and use the coloured key below to find each diary feature. A number is linked to each feature so look for that within the text and refer back to the key. Write one example of each feature from Little Red Riding Hood’s diary into your book.   E.g. Rhetorical question: Can you believe it?   

  

 

  

  

  

                      

Activity 2: Analysing features of a diary 

Now it’s Wolf’s turn to share his side of the story. Read his diary extract and annotate the features, using the key from activity 2 to help you.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Activity 3: Writing a diary entry. 

Choose a fairy tale that you know well e.g. Goldilocks and the 3 bears. Write a diary entry from the point of view of Goldilocks and her description of what happened to her at the bears’ cottage. 

Don’t forget to include the key features that you have been learning about in the first 2 activities.  

 

Activity 4: Writing a diary entry. 

Write about the same events that took place in yesterday’s diary entry. But this time choose a different character e.g. Daddy Bear and describe it from his point of view. It should be very different from how Goldilocks describes it!!  

 

Activity 5: Writing a diary entry https://www.dkfindout.com/uk/explore/dear-diary-five-famous-diary-writers/ 

Look at the above link which tells you a brief history of famous diary writers and what they wrote about. 

Imagine that you are a famous child diary writer. Write a diary entry describing your day as a 10 year old at this present time. 

Try to include lots of the key features for an interesting and exciting diary entry!   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maths 

MATHS INFORMATION FOR PARENTS:  

● Useful advice from the NRICH maths team about maths at home - https://nrich.maths.org/14606 

● NCETM –Visit https://www.ncetm.org.uk/ to find two new areas of the website designed to support parents/carers of primary and secondary school children throughout the period of school closures. All the resources are free to access and do not require a login.  

Look for this image on the website home page to find the support pages: 

 The parent support landing page https://www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/54432 allows parents to watch a short video, then to access support in the form of learning games, activities, videos and Facebook groups.   The pages are organised into primary and secondary activities. These list of resources detail a wide variety of online organisations offering daily maths lessons, videos and activities, and one-offs and game. We also give detailed explanations of how parents can make the most of each of them.  Video tips - https://www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/54450 offers a variety of short videos made by NCETM staff. They provide ideas for activities and games that parents can do with their children in addition to, and to complement, any work provided by school.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

MATHS - YEAR 5  

AMAZING MATHS LESSONS - Watch these mini maths challenge lessons for Years 5 and 6, which are posted daily online. Everything is explained really clearly and you can easily join in at home. There are activities that 

you can complete too linked to the maths lesson. Enjoy! . http://www.iseemaths.com/lessons56/  

Are you enjoying these lessons? Tell us what you have learnt on seesaw.  

 

● Practise times tables using Times Table Rockstars (your logins are in your homework book). You can also logon to Numbots using your TT Rockstars login details. 

● Get a piece of paper and show your family everything you know about decimals. You can draw pictures, diagrams, write explanations, show methods etc. Be as creative as you can! 

● Watch countdown and try to solve the maths problems just like we do in class. Maybe you could play against one of your family members and see if you can win! https://www.channel4.com/programmes/countdown/episode-guide   

 

                

Activity 1: Converting decimal tenths and hundredths to fractions.  

  

        

 Complete the table:  

  Challenge: What do you think this decimal is as a fraction?  Explain how you know.  

          

Activity 2: Converting decimals to fractions  Write the following decimal numbers as fractions e.g. 0.27 = 27/100, 0.2 = 2/10. Look carefully at the number of decimal places.   

   Now think of five of your own decimal numbers and convert them to fractions.   Challenge: Can you write your own decimal word problem? Maybe give it to a family member for them to solve. Remember, you must know the answer yourself!                 

Activity 3: Converting fractions   REMINDER...  A proper fraction is a fraction when the numerator (top number) is smaller than the denominator (bottom number) e.g. ¾, 8/10, 75/100  An improper fraction is a fraction when the numerator (top number) is equal to or larger than the denominator (bottom number) e.g. 7/4    A mixed fraction is a fraction with a whole number and proper fraction together e.g. 2 ⅓   So overall... 

 Can you remember when we converted improper fractions to mixed number fractions in class? Let’s refresh your memory:   To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number fraction follow these steps:   

1. Divide the numerator by the denominator (this will give you how many whole numbers the improper fraction represents)  

2. Write down the whole number answer 3. Write down any remainder above the denominator as a fraction 

 

Let’s look at converting to a mixed fraction:  11 divided by 4 = 2 with a remainder of 3.   

 Write down 2 (as the whole number) and the remainder (3) above the denominator (4) to make a fraction.  

So the answer is:   

 That example can be written like this:   

  Now, it’s your turn…Keep looking back at the example above and the instructions to help you.    

Convert to a mixed fraction:     

Convert to a mixed fraction:    Circle the mixed number fraction that matches each improper fraction.   

      

Write the mixed fractions to match each improper fraction:  

 

Challenge - Mark my work: 

I’ve converted into a mixed number fraction and I think the answer is: 44 ¾. Why am I wrong? Can you spot my error and also tell me what the correct answer is?    

Activity 4: Converting fractions word problems.  

Read each problem carefully, thinking about creating an improper fraction from the information provided. 

E.g. Thirteen apples are put into boxes of 6. Express how many boxes are filled using a mixed number:  

Starting point: What is the improper fraction? 13/6 If we go back to the instructions in activity 3 - divide 13 by 6 = 2 remainder 1.  Therefore the mixed number fraction is: 2 ⅙    

 

Activity 5 - Let’s reason and problem solve - Mathematics is a creative subject. It involves spotting patterns, making connections, and finding new ways of looking at things. Creative mathematicians play with ideas, draw pictures, have the courage to experiment and ask good questions. 

Challenge 1: How Many?  

Linked to the estimating challenge we set on seesaw, take a look at these photographs and answer the questions.  

1. Peaches 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Lemons 3. Raspberries 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Challenge 2: Four Go for Two  

 

 

This game is great for practising estimating answers to calculations, especially if you don’t want to miss a go!  

If you’re finding it a bit tricky, you can change the numbers in the grid and number line but give the game a go first! Let us know if you used a strategy to win the game. Good luck. 

 

 

 

Science - This term’s topic is ‘Living things and their habitats’. 

During this topic you will learn to:  

1.  describe the differences in the life cycles of a mammal, an amphibian, an insect and a bird 

2. describe the life process of reproduction in some plants and animals. 

Key vocabulary: Life cycle, reproduce, sexual, sperm, fertilises, egg, live young, metamorphosis, asexual, bulbs, cuttings.  

Session 2: Plant Reproduction 

In the same way animals reproduce by making more of their own kind, plants also reproduce.  

Today’s Walt: understand the life cycle of a plant 

Watch: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zgssgk7/articles/zqbcxfr to find out how.  

Explain how plants reproduce to a family member.  

 

Can you remember the parts of a plant from last weeK? Scroll down below the video to remind yourself here:  

  

Next complete:  

 

After you have filled in the blanks correctly, write out the sentence before moving on to the next one. 

 

 

 

Finally, using the information here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zgssgk7/articles/zyv3jty find out the difference between sexual and asexual reproduction. 

Draw the life cycle of a plant and label using the vocabulary pollination, seed dispersal, growth and germination. Write about what happens at each stage in the cycle beneath the relevant drawings. You can use the template below if you wish.  

How do non flowering plants begin their life cycle? 

Walt: understand the life cycle of a plant 

 

Click the link to help the bee with pollination and seed dispersal. Land on a dandelion to find out interesting bee facts: https://www.google.com/doodles/earth-day-2020 

Computing:  

Learn to code with Minecraft, Dance Party, Flappy Bird etc. using Code Studio: https://studio.code.org/courses You can access single lessons or even complete a coding course. 

 They have set-up a page for home learning which includes introductory videos for parents and carers too: https://code.org/athome 

Art- Storybox 

 

Create a storybox showing what life was like in Shakespeare’s time. You can use empty boxes and containers that are not needed any more. Make pop up characters of the different types of people you would have seen. Maybe Shakespeare himself could be there! Have fun and be as creative as you can! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

P.E.  

Our focus for PE this summer term is athletics and cricket. This week we will be thinking about athletics and the triple jump, which is three moves: hop, step and jump.  

 Watch Caterine Ibraguen win the first gold medal for Columbia at an Olympic Games ever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vzcOqGIEUg:    Have a go at practising your triple jump. You can do this in your garden or the park. What is the furthest distance you can jump? Can you jump further than your family members? Create a chart to record your results. You could practise everyday and see how much you improve.     Other ideas:  ● Join Joe Wick’s for his PE lesson every weekday 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ ● Just Dance - can you find your favourite tune? 

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=just+dance+waka+waka 

● Try a daily Joe Wicks 5 minute mover video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3LPrhI0v-w  

● Have a go at these workouts to keep fit at home - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhCM0C6GnrY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5if4cjO5nxo 

● Relax with some yoga - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZpkRAcgws4 

● https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oGR5xucItI ● Take a look at Go Noodle (You will need to create a login)  

Strengthen your focus - https://family.gonoodle.com/activities/strengthen-your-focus Wake up Stretch - https://family.gonoodle.com/activities/wake-up Bring it down - https://family.gonoodle.com/activities/bring-it-down   

  

History https://www.nosweatshakespeare.com/resources/era/shakespeare-london-facts/ 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCfmVaCbSZs 

London in Shakespeare’s time 

Life in London was very different for people during the time of Shakespeare’s life. Using the above links and any other resources you can find, make up a quiz about daily life in those days. 

When you have finished try it out on your family. You can also post it on Seesaw and try it out on your friends too! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PSHE: Earth Day  

What can you do to protect our planet? How can you make small changes in your life to help care for our world? Think of five ways you can help and try to stick to these commitments. Remember what you have learnt about climate change and what we do at school, especially to maintain our Eco School status. Did you know Hitherfield joined the Eco School Scheme in 2007 and we have achieved silver status? You can write or draw your ideas. You might like to create a poster and attach your ideas as shown in the picture below. Maybe your family can write what they’re going to do as well.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other useful resources: 

KS2 BBC bitesize - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/z826n39   

Mathematics Shed - http://www.mathematicshed.com/visual-stimulus-shed.html   

Nrich - https://nrich.maths.org/  

Topmarks - https://www.topmarks.co.uk/ 

Fun art activities - https://www.happinessishomemade.net/quick-easy-kids-crafts-anyone-can-make/

https://craftwhack.com/100-crazy-cool-drawing-ideas-for-kids/