Blogging homework due Friday, 6th October

Literacy homework due: Friday 6th October 2017

A or an ?

This week in Literacy we have looked at when to use a or an.

Can you remember the rule for when to use which one?

Below are a list of sentences. It is your job to type or write these sentences out in full and complete them by either using a or an.

1. I am going to ___ park today.

2. We saw ___ elephant at the zoo today.

3. George has ___ TV in his room.

4. Yesterday, it was raining so I took ___ umbrella out with me.

5. Who wants to go for ___ run?

6. It was ___ cold and miserable night.

7. ___ announcement was made reminding us to be respectful to others.

8. Honesty is ___ school value of ours.

9. It is ___ community project.

10. The play was ___ absolute disaster.

Blogging homework due Friday, 29th September

Stories of mystery and suspense!

Have a look at the settings above and imagine you are there. Write the introduction to a mystery story, using between 50 and 100 words. Think about describing the SENSES in your opening. What could you see, hear, smell? What did you touch and how did you feel? 

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Blogging homework due Friday, 22nd September

In a couple of weeks we will be writing a letter to the Palace of Westminster, which is where Big Ben lives! Therefore, your task this week is to do some research into the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben and complete the three tasks A, B and C below:

 A. Find out the answers to the following questions. Please write your answers in full sentences.

1) Who built the clock tower and when was it built?

2) How tall is the clock tower?

3) What is 'Big Ben' and what is it used for?

B.   What other amazing facts can you find out about Big Ben, the clock tower and the Palace of Westminster?   Find at least three facts.

C.  What would you like to know about Big Ben? Write three interesting questions that you could include in your letter.

I can't wait to see what you find out!

Blogging homework due Friday, 7th July

Explanation Texts

This week we have been learning about explanation texts. Your homework this week is to write a 2-3 paragraph letter to your teacher explaining why you have NOT done your homework. 

Can you include some CAUSAL CONJUNCTIONS (because.....due to the fact that....owing to the fact that......since....as a result....so......subsequently.....consequently.....therefore.....this meant that.....this led to.....) to help to link your ideas.

I am looking forward to reading your excuses and explanations!

Blogging homework due Friday, 30th June

What can you find out about the Romans?

Next week, in Literacy and History, we will be learning about the Romans. Your homework this week is to research the Romans in order to answer the following questions:

1) What were Roman roads like? Why did they build them? Can you find any examples of Roman roads that still exist today?

2) How did the Romans stay healthy? What can you find out about Roman gymnasiums and baths? What is an aqueduct and how was it useful?

3) How did the Romans organise their army?

4) What were Roman forts used for? Can you find any examples of Roman forts that still exist today? What and where is Hadrian's Wall?

I hope you have fun finding out about the Romans!

Blogging homework due Friday, 23rd June

Discussion Texts

We have been learning all about discussion texts and balanced arguments. For your homework this week, I'd like you to write a discussion of the following question: Do dogs make better pets than cats?

Remember to:

-Write an introduction that explains what you are discussing.

-Write arguments FOR and AGAINST, backed up with good reasons.

-Include a conclusion that sums up and explains your decision.

-Include conjunctions to add information to your argument (Furthermore, In addition, Indeed, Moreover).

-Include conjunctions to introduce a different side of the argument (However, On the other hand, In contrast).

-Include generalisers (some people, many pet owners).

-Include interesting words to introduce opinions (think, claim, suggest, believe).

I'm looking forward to reading your discussions!

Half term homework, due Friday, 16th June

SCIENCE COMPETITION

The first week back after half term is Science Week! As usual, there will be a science investigation competition. Your homework is to plan, carry out and write up your investigation. The competition will be held on Friday,16th June, so you have plenty of time. Please could you investigate a scientific problem or a science question that interests you. Ideally, you will carry out an experiment, survey or test, rather than researching the answer to a question in books or on the internet. You can present your work on up to A1 (84cm x 59cm) paper and can bring in objects or photographs to show the results of their experiments. The work will be displayed in classrooms on Friday 16^th June, with classes opening at 3.15pm for parents and carers to come and see your work. 

Don't forget our 'scientist for a day' dress up on Wednesday, 7th June. You can come to school dressed as a famous scientist. Be prepared to tell the class who you are and what your biggest achievements were.

Have a lovely, relaxing half term break.