Year 5 – Byrd - Year 5
Welcome to Year 5 – Byrd Class
Hello and welcome to Byrd class.
I am Mr Swindell and the Teaching Assistants are Mrs Hester-Robb.
In Spring 1, our History topic is the Tudors – we will be learning about some of the Tudor monarchs, the reformation and the attempted invasion of England by the Spanish Armada. Children will consolidate their understanding of historical sources, their use and how our understanding of history can change due to archaeology and interpretation of historical texts. In this term, the children will experience life in Tudor times through engaging activities during our Tudor day. In DT, we will be learning about how triangles can be used to strengthen structures and making our own truss bridges such as those built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Children will learn to sing an African song in Music, building on their understanding of the Xhosa culture. We will investigate the properties of materials in Science and visit the STEM centre in Stevenage to develop their understanding of Space. Our focus in RE, will be to investigate and debate the creation of the world. In Art, we will be exploring the colourful work of Wassily Kandinsky and creating landscape paintings for the Art Bytes UK art competition.
In Spring 2, our Geography topic is – Why do oceans matter? The children will explore the importance of oceans of an ecosystem, describe the impact of human actions, and consider the consequences for future generations. Our Science topic will continue to investigate materials with a focus on irreversible changes. In DT this half term, we will be research healthier choices and create a healthy version of Spaghetti Bolognese. In Music, we will be learning about the origin and structure of the Blues. Our focus in R.E. will be inspirational people and how their religion supported their choices in life. In Art, we will be experimenting with Op Art, exploring the work of British artist Bridget Riley; Dutch artist Maurits Escher; and indigenous painters, such as Doreen Reid Nakamarra and Tommy Watson.
Facts about Year 5 – Byrd
Richard E Byrd is an American polar explorer and writer of many books which follow his adventures.
Byrd first began flying when he joined the Navy in 1912 and continued until the end of WW1. In 1924, Byrd started his polar career which led to many achievements. He made many expeditions in his life, but one of the most famous expeditions happened in 1929 when Byrd and three companions made the first flight over the South Pole. They flew from Little America to the South Pole and back in 19 hours without any mishap. After many adventures, Byrd rejoined the army during WW2 and was placed in charge of the U.S. Navy’s Operation High Jump, which was to train personnel in cold climates and to establish bases which would cope with the cold temperatures.
Long Term plan
Our classroom
Year 5 – Byrd Staff
Mr Swindell
Teacher
Mrs Hester-Robb
Learning Support Assistant
Mrs Graham
Learning Support Assistant