18th May 2020 – Week 5 – Iceberg Ahead!
Well done to all of you for continuing to work hard over the last few weeks.
The creative writing, numeracy work, pieces of art and even just general updates that I've received have been great examples of what an outstanding and creative bunch of pupils you all are. As you know, the Titanic was the peak of luxury as it sailed across the Atlantic Ocean, it was the pride of White Star Line. Despite iceberg warnings she had sailed without worry for four days, until around 11:30pm on Sunday, April 14th, 1912.
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World Around Us - Icebergs
It was at that point when the Titanic struck an enormous iceberg, causing damage to the ship's hull that would lead to the 'unsinkable' liner finding its way to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. Before exploring the sinking in detail, I would like you to research the natural phenomenon of icebergs. A good source of information is this website. What are icebergs? Where do they come from? Who keeps an eye out for them to make sure ships are safe? What is the biggest recorded iceberg? Can you compare that size to something? |
Literacy - Vocabulary
When we are trying to understand new or unfamiliar words, context is very important. That means you need to think about where and how a word has been used, so that you can try to understand what it means. If you're still stuck, checking a dictionary is always a good idea!
Click the button below to download a Vocabulary Review relating to the Titanic. Key words in the page about the Titanic are underlined. Think about how these underlined words are used, read the whole sentence for context, and then complete the next two pages to show your knowledge.
Click the button below to download a Vocabulary Review relating to the Titanic. Key words in the page about the Titanic are underlined. Think about how these underlined words are used, read the whole sentence for context, and then complete the next two pages to show your knowledge.
Literacy - Comprehension
Having been very impressed with the writing and the research that you've completed, I know I have a class of Titanic experts. Show me your skills as a reader and find the Titanic answers within the text. Choose the difficulty of your comprehension and enter the usual password to download the folder you need. No peeking at the answers until the end!
Numeracy - Percentages of Amounts
Finding percentages of whole numbers can be easier than we think. The following video shows how you can find just about any percentage if you're able to break it down. Watch the video, and then create bubbles of your own to find 50%, 25%, 10%, 1% and 5% of the following numbers: 180, 300, 420 and 1080.
Ask an adult or use a calculator to check your work. Remember to use the facts in front of you to find a route to your answers. If you've worked out 10% and 1% of those numbers... Could you use that to quickly find 21%?
Click the button below and use the usual password to download a worksheet (and answers) for finding 50%, 25% and 10% of whole numbers. You don't have to draw the bubbles from before, but do so if it helps you. If you've completed the first page and feel confident, go on to the next challenge at a higher star level.
Click the button below and use the usual password to download a worksheet (and answers) for finding 50%, 25% and 10% of whole numbers. You don't have to draw the bubbles from before, but do so if it helps you. If you've completed the first page and feel confident, go on to the next challenge at a higher star level.
Science - How do ships float?
The Titanic was the length of three football pitches and weighed over 50,000 tonnes... How did it float?
When you've watched the video, click the button below to download a worksheet containing paragraphs with missing words about buoyant force (a two-word phrase that could come in handy when solving the double spaces....). Answers are in the same document. Complete the missing words and then take on the Tin Foil Boat Challenge! Take a photo of your boat and add small coins as weights. You could even film your boat's buoyancy test and send it to me over Seesaw!
Artists and Chefs in P6
Thank you to everyone who sent in pictures of recipes, ingredients, delicious handiwork and outstanding pieces of artwork! I haven't forgotten how talented you all are, but even I was surprised by how well you rose to the challenge. I've really enjoyed seeing the results of your efforts and I bet the people in your household were delighted to taste your creations and admire your art! Please keep sending in pictures, whether they're Titanic related or just something you've enjoyed creating! Here is a collection of the pictures I've received... Wow!
PE - Challenge Yourself!
With spending extra time inside, it's important to stay active. A fun way to do so, and improve your abilities and capabilities, is to challenge yourself! Carter recently completed a calf-cramping 4000 stair challenge for Children in Crossfire, and I know that he's been challenging himself to complete other activities in set times too. Can you come up with your own challenge? Choose something fun you could do to keep moving! You could try to improve a score in a skill game or set a daily record of keepy-uppys (football / golf ball and club / hockey ball and stick / tennis ball and racket) and then try to beat it that PB; you could time yourself doing a certain number of an exercise, such as star jumps, or you could set up an assault course in your back garden and see how quickly you can complete it! Or... you can come up with a challenge that is completely unique to you! So get moving, challenge yourself and have fun! As always, let me know how you get on! |