20/3/25 - Y5D
Date: 20th Mar 2026 @ 6:26pm
A Busy and Brilliant Week in Year 5!
Year 5 have had an action-packed week, continuing the buzz and curiosity sparked by British Science Week. From gripping storytelling to hands‑on investigations and even a trip into outer space, it’s been a week full of discovery, creativity and big ideas.
English – Journeying to Baghdad with Jabir
Our class novel, The Golden Horsemen of Baghdad, has taken us on an emotional rollercoaster. This week, we followed Jabir as he travelled to Baghdad after the evil landlord stole his fishing boat and net and threatened to evict him. Things went from bad to worse when Jabir was wrongly arrested for “stealing” nothing more than a dribble of stew, earning him a two‑month prison sentence.
Just when all hope seemed lost, a friendly merchant appeared and offered Jabir a life‑changing opportunity—one that could solve all his problems. The children are completely hooked, and we can’t wait to find out what happens next in his adventure.
Maths – Mastering Area and Perimeter
In maths, we wrapped up our unit on area and perimeter. The children tackled some tricky calculations with determination and resilience, applying their knowledge to increasingly complex problems. Their confidence has grown enormously, and it’s been wonderful to see them explaining their reasoning so clearly.
Science – Day, Night, Seasons… and Space!
Our science learning has been out of this world—literally. We explored the movement of the Earth, discovering the difference between rotation (which gives us day and night) and revolution (which gives us the seasons). The children asked fantastic questions and showed real curiosity about how our planet works.
The highlight of the week was undoubtedly the visit from the Wonderdome, a pop‑up planetarium that transported us deep into the Solar System and beyond. Inside the dome, we journeyed past planets, moons and stars, learning about the wonders of space in the most magical way.
Design & Technology Meets Science – Moon Lander Challenge at Standish High
We ended the week with an exciting visit to Standish High School, where Mrs Green set us a brilliant engineering challenge: design and build a moon lander capable of safely delivering two marshmallow astronauts to the lunar surface.
Year 5 rose to the challenge with enthusiasm. They tested materials, adapted designs, carried out multiple trials and evaluated their prototype before settling on their final model. Their hard work paid off—our moon lander touched down safely, marshmallow astronauts, Beatrice and Colin, intact.
After presenting our findings, we were treated to a spectacular Science Show from the staff and students at Standish High. Mrs Green even launched a bottle rocket, much to everyone’s delight.
It’s been a week full of learning, teamwork and unforgettable experiences. Year 5 should feel incredibly proud of everything they’ve achieved. We’re already excited for what next week will bring!
