Hello again 5th Class!

I hope everyone is well. I just want to say thank you again for all your hard work. At this point I am sure you are all very much used to the layout and all the work. As I always say, just do your very best and you will be absolutely fine.

A big thank you to Leah Matthews, Daniel Kelly and Sam Sarsfield who sent me pictures of their work on Fair Trade. Well done guys! Remember, anyone who has yet to send in their work can send it to st.colmcilles1@gmail.com. Please note you must get permission from your parent/guardian as they may be displayed on our school website. One again I would like to remind you that the closing date for the “We are Writers” task is the 29th of May. As I said previously, this book will be published and will be a piece of history read by future generations – So don’t miss your chance to be involved! You can send your poem/story/diary entry/recipe/interview etc to wearewriterssnc@gmail.com before the closing date. Well done to everyone who has sent in an entry already.

This week I would like you to continue reading our novel “There’s a Boy in the Girl’s Bathroom” from the PDF I have provided. I have set questions based on last week’s reading (chapters 4-7) So this week I would like you to read chapters 8-10.

Once again, Mrs. Hurson has designed some work to assist this week’s comprehension in the Learning Support file. Please note this is not extra work but rather work to assist anyone who would like a bit of help. She has also made a Kahoot and everyone is welcome to take part – Thanks Mrs. Hurson!

I have put up some extra work again this week. Also, below are links to Kahoot quizzes based on Week 7 and Week 8 work if you would like to take part.

https://create.kahoot.it/share/mrs-cotter-week-7-quiz/f12b9f84-09f1-4919-9be3-3a743c907d38

https://create.kahoot.it/share/mrs-cotter-week-8-quiz/1c66286d-838f-44ab-b5e3-d7cb5345645f

Finally, remember to check in with Mangahigh for some maths challenges too!

I will be in touch again soon.

Best wishes,

Mrs. Cotter.

Monday 25/5/20

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MathsPlanet Maths – C Q2-6

This week we are learning about sequences and number patterns.

Have a look at my examples before you begin.

GaeilgeBígí ag foghlaim “feic” san Aimsir Chaite

(Learn the verb “To see” in the past tense: I see, you see, did you see? etc)

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Scríobh síos na habairtí san aimsir chaite (Write down the sentences in the past tense)

Mar shampla (Example):

(Feic sé) a chara an seachtain seo caite = Chonaic sé a chara an seachtain seo caite (He saw his friend last week)

1. (Feic sí) a cara sa siopa inné.

2. (Feic siad) an chluiche aréir.

3. Ní (feic sibh) mo mhála ar scoil.

4. An (feic tú) mo leabhar inné?

5. (Feic sinn) madra sa gháirdín inné.

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ScienceThis week in science we are continuing our learning about plants.

Read through the piece and answer the questions into your copy.

Remember to use your writing checklist and double - check your work!

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Questions

1) What are plants that do not produce seeds in flowers called?

2) Explain why some angiosperm seeds have an advantage over gymnosperm seeds.

3) What is pollination?

4) True or False: The male reproductive part of the flower is called the “stigma”.

5) Copy the diagram into your copy and label the parts of the flower.

Well done - You have completed Monday’s work!

Tuesday 26/5/206

MathsPlanet Maths – DQ 2-6

Today we are continuing on with our learning about sequences.

Have a look at my examples before you begin.

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GaeilgeBígí ag foghlaim “feic” san Aimsir Láithreach

(Learn the verb “To see” in the present tense: I see, you see...etc)

Scríobh síos na habairtí san aimsir láithreach (Write down the sentences in the present tense)

Mar shampla (Example):

(Feic sibh) crann sa pháirc gach seachtain = Feiceann sibh crann sa pháirc gach seachtain.

1. (Feic mé) mo mham gach maidin.

2. (Feic sinn) réalta sa spéir gach oíche.

3. An (feic sé) a leabhar sa chófra gach lá?

4. Ní (feic sí) a cara ar scoil.

5. (Feic tú) daoine ar an mbus gach maidin.

English

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Today we are revising punctuation once more.

Rewrite the 10 sentences below into your copy using the correct punctuation.

**Tip: After each sentence check for capital letters, full stops, speech marks, question marks and commas**

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HistoryToday we are going to learn about Ancient Greece. While you are watching the video, think about the similarities and differences between Ancient Greece and our modern society. Also, think about some of the things we may have kept and possibly adapted from this time.

After watching the video answer the questions into your copy.

Remember to use full sentences and use your writing checklist!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQmtV_ZKUds

Questions

1. What was the name of the temple that ancient Greeks used to worship their Gods?

2. Name the 2 groups which the ancient Greek society was divided into.3. What does the word “Philosophy” translate to in Greek?4. Name the 3 sports in the ancient Olympic Games mentioned in the video.5. True or False: The ancient Greek came to an end in 146AD.6. What kinds of similarities and differences do you see between modern

society today and Ancient Greece?

Well done - You have completed Tuesday’s work!

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Wednesday 27/5/20MathsPlanet Maths – C Q1-6

Explain the pattern for each of these sequences. Refer to my examples from Monday and Tuesday if you need assistance. You should do rough work and double-check your work.

Q1a is done for you here.

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GaeilgeBígí ag foghlaim “Feic” san Aimsir Fháistineach

(Learn the verb “To see” in the future tense: I will see, you will see, did you see? etc)

Scríobh síos na habairtí san aimsir fháistineach (Write down the sentences in the future tense)

Mar shampla (Example):

(Feic sibh) an múinteoir maidin amárach = Feicfidh sibh an múinteoir maidin amárach.

1. (Feic sinn) an scannán an seachtain seo chuagainn.

2. (Feic mé) m’aintín amárach.

3. Ní (feic siad) an cat sa gháirdín.

4. An (feic tú) an chluiche ag an deireadh seachtaine?

5. (Feic sí) a máthair tar éis an dinnéar.

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EnglishRead the comprehension below and answer the questions into your copy using full sentences.

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GeographyIn geography we have been learning the capital cities of European countries.

I would like you to continue on with that learning, as well as starting to become familiar with the flags of European countries.

Below is the link for the European Capital City game from last week for you to continue practising.

I have also added a link to practise European Flags when you have studied them.

You can ask an adult or sibling to play along too! Have fun learning!

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https://www.ducksters.com/games/europe_capital_cities_map_game.php

https://www.ducksters.com/games/europe_flags_map_game.php

Well done - You have completed Wednesday’s work!

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Thursday 28/5/20MathsPlanet Maths – DQ1-5

Explain the pattern for each of these sequences. Refer to my example before you begin. Also, refer to my examples from Monday and Tuesday if you need assistance. You should do rough work and double-check your work.

Q1a is done for you here.

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Gaeilge:Bígí ag cleachtadh an briathar “Feic” san Aimsir Chaite, Aimsir Láithreach agus Aimsir Fháistineach – Beidh sé an-úsáideach iad a scríobh síos chun cabhrú leat)

(Practise the verb “to see” in the past, present and future tense – Writing them out will be very beneficial to your learning)

You can test yourself on these tomorrow with the help of a parent or sibling.

Léamh: (Reading)

Léigh an píosa thíos trí huaire. Mar a déanaimid ar scoil, pioc amach na focail agus na habairtí a thuigeann tú. Bain úsáid as focloir.ie chun focail comhthíoch a lorg.

(Read the piece below three times. Just like we do in class, pick out the words and sentences that you know. Use focloir.ie to search for words you don’t recognise

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EnglishNovel – There’s a Boy in the Girl’s Bathroom.

After reading chapters 4-7, answer the questions below using full

sentences.

Chapters 5 & 6

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Music

This week I would like you to listen to the theme for one of the Batman films “The Dark Knight Rises”. This music is very famous and was composed by Hanz Zimmer. After you listen to the music, answer the questions below.

Click on the link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGx5a1ifSDs

1) What instruments can you hear?2) Do you like the music? Why/Why not?3) Do you think this music is suited to a Superhero film? Why?

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4) My favourite part of the music is at 2minutes 15seconds. What is your favourite part and why?

5) With permission from your parent/guardian, do some further research to find out 3 facts about the composer, Hanz Zimmer.

Well done – You have completed Thursday’s work!

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Friday 29/5/20

Maths

Planet Maths – BQ1&2

Please refer to my examples throughout the week if you require assistance.

Show your rough work and remember to double-check your work

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Gaeilge

1) Verb – FeicWith the help of a parent or sibling, test yourself (orally and written) on the verb “Feic” in the past, present and future tense. For example; “He sees” and you would write down “Feiceann sé” “She saw” and you would write “Chonaic sí” and “They will see” you would write “Feicfidh siad”

You can correct this yourself afterwards.

2) Athbhreithniú – RevisionScíobh an aiste a rinneamar ar scoil – “Mo Theach” (Write the essay we did in school on “My House” for our topic test.

Bain úsáid as do nótaí más maith leat!

**Ná dean dearmad! Bí ag smoaineamh leis na habairtí as Béarla ar dtús chun cabhrú leat**

Use your notes to help you if you like.

Don’t forget to think of the sentences you wrote in English first to help you.

Bain úsáid as an foclóir thíos agus déan do dhícheall! (Use the vocabulary below to help you and just try your best)

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English Creative Writing: Explanation Writing.

Following on from your planning and research last week, today I would like you to write your explanation piece.

I have attached the sample explanation below again, as well as a checklist for you to use afterwards.

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ArtFor art this week I have attached two videos. The first is an art tutorial showing you how you to draw a very cool summer picture of a person surfing!

The second video shows you how to make a beautiful DIY wind chime at home.

Enjoy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2g05LjIqZM&list=PLnoO3k54vcBT6m5JbP4JnJmzCcMsURgD8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJm5Mdtcjkc

Well done – You have completed Friday’s work!

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