Year 5 - Otter Class
Welcome to Otter class
Class Teacher: Mrs Warrener
Teaching Assistant: Mrs Chongbang
Welcome to Otter class
Term 5
This term, our learning is centred around relationships, friendships and wellbeing, supporting children to feel confident, valued and ready to learn. Alongside this, we have planned an exciting, creative curriculum that links subjects together in meaningful ways.
Wellbeing, Relationships and Friendships
We are placing a strong focus on building positive relationships and friendships within the class. Through a range of team‑building and cooperative activities, children will develop skills such as communication, empathy and problem‑solving. These activities are designed to promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and a sense of belonging.
English – Wonder
In our English lessons, we will be reading the book Wonder by R. J. Palacio. Through this powerful story, children will explore important themes such as:
- Identity
- Kindness
- Acceptance
- Empathy
We will use the text to inspire thoughtful discussions, creative writing, character exploration and reflection on how our actions affect others.
🌍 Geography – Life in the Desert
In geography, children will be learning about desert environments. We will explore questions such as:
- What is it like to live in the desert?
- How do people, plants and animals adapt to desert conditions?
- How does a desert compare to where we live?
This learning will help children build an understanding of different places and ways of life around the world.
Art – 3D Sculpture and Mask‑Making
Our art focus this term is 3D art and sculpture. Children will design and create expressive masks, linking closely with our literacy work on Wonder. This project will encourage creativity, experimentation with materials and thinking about how art can represent emotions, identity and individuality.
🔬 Science – The Human Timetable
In science, we will be learning about the human timetable, exploring how our bodies work across a day. Children will investigate topics such as:
- Daily routines
- Sleep and rest
- How our bodies change throughout the day
- The importance of healthy habits
This learning supports children’s understanding of how to look after their bodies and wellbeing.
Monday is our PE day and this term it is Otter class for Forest School.
The Term 5 vocabulary sheets below will help you to know more about what your child will be learning this term.
Teachers can be contacted via Class Dojo if you have any questions or queries regarding the home learning.
Please click here to access extra phonics, reading and spelling resources.
Please click here to access links to other useful home learning resources published online.
If you are unsure of any log in details please contact the teacher through Class Dojo or email office@pilgrims-way.kent.sch.uk