5AB Blog

This half-term, in 5AB, we have delved into the thrilling world of diary entries, inspired by the courageous Scott and the Antarctic expedition. We kicked off our journey by immersing ourselves in Scott's diary extracts. To truly understand the essence of his and his crewmates experiences, we have taken on the challenge of reconstructing his entries. By using different shapes to structure our entries, we've learned to capture the essence of each moment with precision and creativity. 
To deepen our connection with the expedition, we embarked on some hands-on experience days. Picture this - camping out under our desks, simulating the harsh Antarctic conditions while facing challenges like those encountered during the infamous blizzard. The emotional rollercoaster the crew endured became clearer as we engaged in activities that mirrored their struggles and victories. For example, when the crew discovered they were beaten to the South Pole. We even delved into playing games that lifted the crew’s spirits during tough times. Who knew comparing frostbitten feet in a game of 'who had the best feet' could be so enlightening? Thanks to the variety of feet provided by our amazing staff members, we gained a unique insight into the camaraderie and challenges faced during the expedition. 
Our journey didn't stop there. We're gearing up for our next immersive experience day where we'll step into the shoes of young soldiers enlisting in World War 1. By putting ourselves in their position, we aim to gain a deeper understanding of their struggles, further enhancing our historical knowledge. This immersive experience will pave the way for us to write our own diary entries from a soldier's perspective, blending our creativity with historical insights. By deepening our empathy for those who fought in the trenches, we will be able to draw parallels between their struggles and those faced by the Antarctic explorers, shedding light on the harsh realities of both experiences. 
In a lighter note, our music lessons have taken on a popular twist, grooving to 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and belting out Bon Jovi's 'Livin' on a Prayer'. Through dissecting these hits, we've mastered the tempo and pulse, proving that fast-paced tunes are no match for our musical expertise. 
As scientists, we've explored the essence of life processes in living beings, uncovering the wonder of mammal and plant lifecycles. From pollination to pregnancy durations (660 days for an elephant, who knew?), we've embraced the magic of nature, with a special shoutout to our buzzing friends, the bees, for their vital role in our ecosystem! 
Our class text 'Malamander' has captured our imaginations, steering us through the mysterious Eerie-on-sea series with bated breath. Each chapter unfolds new mysteries, leaving us eager for more as we get lost in the world of Violet and the enigmatic aquatic creature that lurks in the shadows. Who is it and what does it want from the people of Eerie on sea? And who is the mysterious Boathook man and what does he want with Violet? The questions are endless…. 
Finally, let's not forget our impressive 100% home reading streak, over the past two weeks. Let’s keep our reading records and books coming into school every day! Will you be one of our readers of the half term? ​