Slater Primary School
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Year 5
Multiplication Tables
Keep practising your multiplication tables as much as possible.
Log onto Times Tables Rockstars here: TTRS
Read, Read, Read!
Try to read something for around 15 minutes each day.
When you finish a book, you can complete the quiz on Accelerated Reader here: Slater Primary - Accelerated Reader. Remember, you must pass the quiz before you choose your new book.
Spellings to Learn
You will have a week to learn your spellings. There will be a quiz each Friday morning.
Handwriting - Friday 23rd January
Listen to this extract from Goodnight Mr Tom. Then practise your handwriting by writing out the extract. You might need to listen to it a few times.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
Handwriting - Friday 16th January
Listen to this extract from Goodnight Mr Tom. Then practise your handwriting by writing out the extract. You might need to listen to it a few times.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
Handwriting - Friday 9th January
Listen to this extract from Goodnight Mr Tom. Then practise your handwriting by writing out the extract. You might need to listen to it a few times.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
If you need resources like a pencil or paper, please ask Mr Ingham.
Weekly Oracy Presentations
Have a look at the most recent news.
Choose an issue or event to research further and then prepare a short presentation for your class.
Click the link to watch and read the latest news: CBBC Newsround
You can find even more videos on Newsround's YouTube channel: BBC Newsround
History
At the moment, we’re learning about Ancient Greece. Below are some optional activities you could do at home to deepen your understanding of Greek life and culture.
You could choose one activity this half term and a different one next half term. You can do more if you would like to!
Remember: this history homework is optional – if you’d like to strengthen your knowledge and complete any of these tasks, then go for it! 🙂
Myth Maker: Retell a Greek Myth
Choose a myth (e.g., Theseus and the Minotaur, Persephone, Hercules) and retell it as a comic strip, storyboard, or short narrative. Add a box explaining the “message” or what it helped Greeks explain.
- The Olympics Then and Now
Create a poster or table comparing the ancient Olympic Games to the modern Olympics (events, who could take part, rules, prizes, purpose).
Build a Greek Temple (Model or Drawing)
Make a model from junk materials (or a detailed labelled drawing). Label features like columns, steps, pediment and write a paragraph to explain what a temple was for.
Greek Pottery Story
Design a Greek vase. Use “Greek-style” patterns and pictures to tell a short story (a myth, a sports event, or daily life). Add captions.
Greek Myth “Creature File” (mini bestiary)
Choose creatures or monsters from Greek myth (e.g., Minotaur, Medusa, Cyclops, Hydra, Pegasus) and create a “creature file”:
Appearance (labelled drawing)
Powers/weaknesses
Which myth it appears in
A “warning label” for modern visitors
Autumn Term
At the moment, we're learning about the ancient Shang Dynasty. Below are some things you could do at home to deepen your understanding of the Shang Dynasty. You could choose one thing to do this half term and something different next half term. You can do more if you would like to!
Remember, this history homework is optional - if you'd like to strengthen your knowledge and complete any of these tasks, then go for it! 
1. Create a Shang Dynasty Fact File
- Research key facts (dates, rulers, achievements) and present them in a colourful fact file.
2. Design Oracle Bones
- Make your own oracle bones using clay or cardboard and write questions using Shang-style symbols.
3. Lady Fu Hao Biography
- Research Lady Fu Hao and write a short biography or diary entry from her perspective.
4. Shang Dynasty Timeline
- Create a timeline of key events throughout the Shang Dynasty.
5. Make a Shang Dynasty Dragon
- Craft a paper dragon using recycled materials and write about its symbolism in Shang culture.
6. Compare Ancient and Modern China
- Research life in Shang times vs. modern-day China and present findings in a Venn diagram or poster.
7. Shang Dynasty Cooking Challenge
- Try making a simple Shang-inspired dish like ginger millet porridge and write a recipe card.
8. Create a Shang Dynasty Bunting
- Create flags that each feature a different aspect of Shang life: religion, writing, warfare, etc.