Curriculum

Year 5

Project

During this term the children have been working towards answering the Essential Question of ‘Who is the most influential Ancient Greek?'

This has included:

English

Writing an explanation text about Ancient Greece
Writing an Ancient Greek myth
Writing a playscript in the style of a Greek tragedy
Write a letter to Archimedes, to explain the discovery of an Archimedes screw

Maths

Investigate the properties of triangles by proving Pythagoras' theory
Prove the properties of circles

Science

Investigate gravity and drag through designing and testing their version of Archimedes' screw

Computing

Use a range of apps and software to articulate learning

Geography

Identify Greece on a map
Investigate the location of Greece and its influence on historic Europe

History

Investigate and research Ancient Greece

Art/DT

Design and make a Greek mask
Design and make a Greek pot through studying existing works

R.E.

Use knowledge of Ancient Greek religion in myths and plays

Experiences to enhance the learning have been:

A drama workshop
A Greek tasting day
The final project included an exhibition at Cleethorpes Carnival

In addition to the projects running your child has also been taught ‘stand-alone’ lessons including Maths skills, English skills, Guided reading, Personal Development, SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Education), Religious Education, Physical Education and Singing