In Maths, students were reminded that fractions represent parts of a whole. We practised simplifying fractions using our human fraction responses from last week. While students are still working on simplifying to the lowest terms, they are making progress. We also revisited how to add and subtract fractions with like denominators before moving on to those with unlike denominators.
During UOI, students inquired into the power of editing and perspectives. In groups, students looked at several different photos that used different techniques when editing, and they worked together to identify the feelings being portrayed as well as what techniques the photographer used. Please check this out on Seesaw! They also had several opportunities to edit photos they had taken using different tools such as the built-in photo editor, Procreate, Magic Studio, and Canva. It was wonderful to see the students collaborating and supporting one another as they explored these platforms—especially when they quickly realised that they were the experts, not the teachers! We explored different digital devices in groups, identifying what their purpose is and how they help to share ideas or emotions. Some devices included a VR headset, green screen, digital drawing tablet, sound mixer and more! Lastly, we introduced students to the idea of creating a portfolio of their photographs. After looking at several examples, we focused on the ‘why’ behind their portfolio which helped to hone in on a theme for their portfolios.
In literacy, we worked on adding details that helped students to use their words to paint a picture for others to see. They started with a photograph and had to write a detailed description for their classmates to imagine it in their minds, before we revealed the photo to them! It was a fun way to see if they can accurately and descriptively describe the photograph which will be helpful when describing their own photos. We also started to write our artist statement which will go along with their portfolio. Students wrote an introduction using three words to describe how they see themselves as an artist.
Please find more photos from the week here.
Upcoming Dates:
- Sunday 20th April – Thursday, 24th April: Book Week (details here)
- Tuesday 22nd / Wednesday, 23rd April: Student-Led Conferences (3:30 – 6:00 pm)
- Thursday 24th April: Dress Up as your favourite book character!
- Thursday 24th April: Student-Led Conferences (1:30 – 3:30 pm)
We look forward to seeing you next week at Student Led Conferences! This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to share their learning with you. If you haven’t signed up yet, please make sure to do so below! There are 3 days available; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. – Sign up sheet for Miss Rachel – Sign up sheet for Miss Megan
Looking forward
Next week will be an exciting week as it is book week! Many fun activities are planned for students to participate in both during class and during breaks. Please note that on Thursday 24th April students are asked to dress up as their favourite book character. We can’t wait to see what students dress up as!
In UOI our artists will begin working on their portfolio in relation to the theme they have chosen. The first step will be to take photos using different photography techniques which will help to convey their message or the feeling they hope their audience will feel. The second step will be to keep their audience in mind when choosing their three to five photos and editing them. In Maths, students will continue to work with fractions, particularly focusing on finding equivalent fractions and continuing their work on simplifying. In Literacy, students will be working on their artist statements which will go along with their portfolios, adding more details as they work on their portfolios.
Best wishes, Grade 5 Team!
