Year 5 Learning @ HomeMonday (DAY ONE) WEEK FIVE

Literacy ResourcesReading We are learning to: find the main idea and author’s purpose for the text. Read the text Duyfken Replica Sailing Ship in the resources column,

then complete the following activities:o Why do you think the author decided to write this text?o What is the main idea of the text? Find 3 details to support your idea.o Make up a “true” or “false” quiz with 6-9 questions about some facts and details from the

text.

Writing We are learning to: use language to create imaginative texts. After reading the text Duyfken, pretend you were on board that ship in 1606 and write about an

experience you may have had while exploring the world on the ship. Think about how rough or calm the ocean may have been, what you would’ve been wearing,

what your job was on the ship, what food would you have had to eat (you may need to use the internet to find some information about life on a ship in the 1600’s).

These sentences are boring and need to have description added to them:The ship was big. It took ages to build.A man fell down the stairs. Heavy rain was falling.

Spelling We are learning to: accurately spell the following words with ‘f’ as ‘gh’ and ‘ph’.laughtough

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Which words aren’t you sure of the meaning? Find out the meaning of these words. Write a song, rap or short poem that includes at least 6 of these words.

NumeracyWe are learning to: Use efficient mental and written strategies to solve problems 1. Solve the Monday Maths Mentals questions (see Resource column).2. Solve the Problems in the Resource column (Mon Wk 1 Term 5.pdf)

Probability: understand the language of chance. We will be looking at the language of Chance (certain,

likely, even chance, unlikely, impossible).Have a look at the sheet in the resource column and complete the questions.

We will be looking at some of the definition and examples of terms used in probability (sample space, outcome, trial, event, favorable outcome). Please have a look at the sheet in the resource section.

HASSYou will identify the ways Indigenous People managed the land in Australia. Read comprehension passage on Aboriginal People and their habits to do with the land in the

resource section and answer questions.

Optional fun ideas: What is the word of the Day? - https://www.dictionary.com/e/word-of-the-day/

Paint some rocks and put them out the front of your house for people to find when they go walking.

Year 5 Learning @ HomeTuesday (DAY TWO) WEEK FIVE

Literacy ResourcesReading We are learning to: find the main idea and author’s purpose for the text. Read the text Duyfken Replica Sailing Ship in the resources column, then complete the following

activities:o If you had to find a book about this in a book shop, what section would it be in? For example,

travel, cooking, sport, fantasy or a different section? Provide a reason for your answer.o What audience do you think the author wrote this text for? Give 3 pieces of evidence from

the text that supports your opinion.

Writing We are learning to: use language to create imaginative texts. Why do you think a replica of the Duyfken was built? What happened to it after its voyage to

the west coast of Australia in 1606? Write a paragraph (3-5 full sentences) about what happened to the ship after it travelled the

west coast of Australia. Check your spelling and punctuation. Think: What happened to it? Where did it end up? Why did they leave Australia? Where were

they going after leaving Australia? Who was onboard the ship?

Spelling

We are learning to: accurately spell the following words with ‘f’ as ‘gh’ and ‘ph’.laughtough

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Using Morse Code, write your words and then get someone to decode them. Send your words through to your teacher.

NumeracyWe are learning to: Use efficient mental and written strategies to solve problems1. Solve the Tuesday Maths Mentals questions (see resource column).2. Solve the Problems in the Resource column (Tuesday Wk5 PS.pdf)

Probability: Understanding and using the language of choice. We use words to describe the chance of something happening (or not happening) in the future.

Using the sheet in the resource column you will mark the chance words below on the chance line, also called a probability scale.

Using the same sheet use the chance words that were used on the chance line above for the given events.

Looking at the second probability sheet focussing on language choice. Choose the words to best describe the likelihood of events happening in the chart below.

ArtWe are learning to: demonstrate different techniques and processes in planning and making artworks. Draw a “grid” the width of a ruler on an A4 piece of paper (see the bold, straight lines in the

example), until you get to the middle of the page. Fill each “grid line” with a different pattern, then go over it with a black pen. You can use any

different, repeating pattern for each segment, but do not repeat any pattern in another segment. Try using straight lines, diagonal lines, curved lines, a small shape repeated – the

options are endless!Optional fun ideas:Go for a walk or bike ride with your family and take photos of any coloured rocks, like the ones you made yesterday.

Find a short dance that you can learn, then try to teach someone at home.

Year 5 Learning @ HomeWednesday (DAY THREE) WEEK FIVE

Literacy ResourcesReading We are learning to: asking questions about a text. Read the text Duyfken Replica Sailing Ship in the resources column, then complete the following

activities:o Make a list of at least 3 questions you asked yourself as you read “Duyfken”.o Try to find answers for these questions, make a short video asking these questions and sharing

what answers you found out, then send this video to your teacher.

Writing We are learning to: use language to create imaginative texts. Choose an interesting fact from the text and create a fantasy text based on that fact. Remember that fantasy is not real, but can sometimes use things based on real events, people,

objects, etc. Watch this video as a reminder for what fantasy text is all about: What is Fantasy?

Spelling We are learning to: accurately spell the following words with ‘f’ as ‘gh’ and ‘ph’.laughtough

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Create a riddle as a clue for 4-6 of your words, then see if someone at home can solve your riddles. See the example in the Resources column.

NumeracyWe are learning to: Use efficient mental and written strategies to solve problems1. Solve Wednesday’s Maths Mentals questions (see resource column).2. Solve the Problems in the Resource column (Wednesday Wk5 PS.pdf)

Probability: Understanding and using the language of choice. Looking at probability language sheet 1 and 2 in the resource column you are going to

consolidate using words to describe the chance of events occurring. Complete at least 1 probability task on Mathletics.

HASSYou will identify the ways Torres Strait Islander Peoples managed the land in Australia.

Read the comprehension about traditional Torres Strait Islanders connection to the environment and answer the questions that follow. Task is in the resource column.

Optional fun ideas:

Eg. I cry when I’m hungry. I wear nappies. I’m cute and cuddly. What am I?Answer: A baby.

Get some string and have a go at the game Cats in the Cradle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZM53k3pKCqgWhat other string games can you find? Have a go and challenge someone at home to do one with you.

Year 5 Learning @ HomeThursday (DAY FOUR) WEEK FIVE

Literacy ResourcesReading We are learning to: identify and understand new vocabulary. Read the text Duyfken Replica Sailing Ship in the resources column, then complete the following

activities:o What does the text mean when it says “maritime history”?o Make a list of other difficult words or phrases in the text and find out what they mean.o What tip would you have for someone who has stopped reading because they found a new

word in the text? How could they find the meaning?

Writing We are learning to: use language to create imaginative texts. Continue working on your fantasy text from yesterday, based on a fact from the Duyfken text. Remember what a fantasy text includes: What is Fantasy? Write 3 silly sentences using the words: replica, voyage and explorer. Remember to use correct

spelling and punctuation.

Spelling We are learning to: accurately spell the following words with ‘f’ as ‘gh’ and ‘ph’.laughtough

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Use your finger to spell each of your words, one at a time on someone’s back at home. Then get them to do the same to you and see if you can guess the word.

NumeracyWe are learning to: Use efficient mental and written strategies to solve problems1. Solve Thursday’s Maths Mentals questions (see resource column).2. Solve the Problems in the Resource column (Thursday Wk5 PS.pdf)

Probability: Using data to create a bar graph. We are going to collect data and create a column bar graph. Students can we have you choices placed on ClassTag for everyone by 10:00am so we can collect

the results and start our graph. Have a look at the graph sheet in the resource section. You can only choose one.

If you’re not sure how to construct a bar graph please hit the link below and watch the video: Creating a bar graph

Looking at the sheet that’s in the resource column you’re going to create your own graph using the result from your class.

Once you have completed your graph can you look at the Bar graph question sheet and answer the following questions in relation to your bar graph. You will need to use some of the language we’ve used from the start of the week.

Art

We are learning to: demonstrate different techniques and processes in planning and making artworks. Use the hexagonal graph paper in the Resources column to create different

shapes and patterns within each group of 3 hexagons. This can be tricky, so don’t stress if you can’t do it, just have a go and see what you come up with.

Optional fun ideas:What is the word of the Day? Click on this link to find out - https://www.dictionary.com/e/word-of-the-day/Can you and your family use it in a sentence?Make a “Laser Maze” down your hallway and ask others to get through it. You could use crepe paper and blu-tak or masking tape, or string and tape. Take a picture of your maze and send it to your teacher on ClassTag: Hallway Laser Maze

Year 5 Learning @ HomeFriday (DAY FIVE) WEEK FIVE

Literacy ResourcesReading We are learning to: identify and understand new vocabulary. Read a text of your choice for pleasure for 15 minutes. Comment

on today’s video with the name and author of your text, as well as 1 interesting piece of information about your text.

Complete 2 Literacy Planet tasks your teacher has set.

Writing We are learning to: use language to create imaginative texts. Finish editing your fantasy text, based on Duyfken, then type it and email it to your teacher using

your school email, or take a picture and send it to your teacher. Email your completed story to your teacher using this link: Ed Qld Email Remember what a fantasy text includes: What is Fantasy?

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Find 3 synonyms (a word meaning the same thing) and 3 antonyms for 5 of your words. Pretend you’re a cheerleader

Numeracy

We are learning to: Use efficient mental and written strategies to solve problems 1. Solve Friday’s Maths Mentals questions (see resource column).2. Solve the Problems in the Resource column (Friday Wk5 PS.pdf)

Probability: Using data to create a bar graph. We are going to collect data and create a column bar graph. Students can we have you choices placed on ClassTag for everyone by 10:00am so we can collect

the results and start our graph. Have a look at the graph sheet in the resource section. You can only choose one.

If you’re not sure how to construct a bar graph please hit the link below and watch the video: Creating a bar graph

Looking at the sheet that’s in the resource column you’re going to create your own graph using the result from your class.

Once you have completed your graph can you look at the Bar graph question sheet and answer the following questions in relation to your bar graph. You will need to use some of the language we’ve used from the start of the week.

HASSYou will identify the ways Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples managed the land in Australia.

How do the two cultures compare in their management and connection to the environment? (Venn Diagram) Refer to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sheets again in the resource column.

How does the way the Aboriginal and Torre Strait Islander people changed the environment compare to how we are changing it in the last 100 years?

Optional fun ideas:

Have a go at making an origami bookmark. Decorate it however you want, to make it look like an animal of some kind: Origami Bookmark

Watch Episode 25 of “Wow! That’s Amazing!” on ABC’s iView and see what kind of trick photography you could have a go at: Wow! That's Amazing

Year 5-6 Learning @ HomeWEEKLY SPECIALS

WEEK FIVE

Reading ResourcesIn Reading with Mrs Birch we are learning to: Infer

Meet Iva Clue on the Reading ClassTag video who will give us tips on how to infer!

How can I use my prior knowledge combined with clues from the text to make meaning?

SpecialistIn Mind Matters with Mrs.Stock, we are learning to:

Complete a four-part breath by watching Square Breathing. Watch Simple Acts of kindness and think of some ways that you can spread

kindness in your day. Join in with the Sun Salutation on ClassTag and see if you can connect with

your breath in the movements until your mind becomes still.

In PE with Mr.Stark, we are learning to: Complete the five different fitness activities and keep a track of your results over the week. Check the video out on ClassTag to view the activities. In Music with Mr Mutton we are learning to: read & write music!

Warm Up Fun: Don't worry be happy dance ; Dance Monkey Body Percussion

Core Work: Finish last 3 episodes of course - https://soundfly.com/courses/how-to-read-music Episode 5, 6 & 7, or watch it on YouTube here - How to Read Music - Episode 5: Dots and TiesHow to Read Music - Episode 6: Repeats How to Read Music - Episode 7: Ten Tips to Improve How You Read Music

Go a little further with extension work: Practise drawing a staff, a treble clef and some different types of notes on a staff. Draw (or use) 5 lines for your staff, and label the lines and spaces with the correct letters. Start your treble clef on the second line (G line) to make the curled start up to the third (B) line. Look at this website for reference - Help for Musical Clefs

PCSS Online PlatformsReading

Complete games and tasks on Reading Eggs .

Number

Complete Mathseeds activities.

Reading Eggs and Mathseeds username and password has been sent home via email.

Additional resources: Learning @ homeThe Department of Education has a number of online tools and printable resources to support students:

Printable resources - https://education.qld.gov.au/curriculum/learning-at-home Online tools (students MIS username and password required) –

https://learningplace.eq.edu.au/cx/resources/file/6f953822-eb08-473b-9f36-f5637af98019/1/resources/students.html

Under ‘Term 2’ click on the Year Level document. Choose activities to complete from the variety provided.

Tidy and organise your room.

Plan and prepare a family picnic in your yard or living

room.

Go outside and watch the clouds for 15mins – what

can you see?

Write a letter to a local hospital/nursing home.

Organise a treasure hunt for your sibling/s.

Create a family quiz game and hold a ‘Trivia Night’.

Create a bright chalk picture on the sidewalk to brighten a stranger’s day.

Learn something interesting and new!

Spontaneously play a family favourite song and

sing along.

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