Designed to support wellbeing and emotional regulation, this resource guides children through the simple steps in Balloon Breathing, to support them in feeling calm and focused.
year: Year 5
Wellbeing Activity: Thoughts and feelings journal
Encourage children to explore their feelings and boost their wellbeing with this journal page. Designed to help children identify and share their emotions, reflect on their day and set positive intentions.
Pupil video: Careers in history – Working as a curator
Ella Finney, an assistant curator at the Garden Museum, explains the work of a curator.
Getting started with Spanish
An introduction to the Kapow Primary Spanish scheme of work, with tips to help you teach languages confidently.
Please note: this teacher video was originally created to provide guidance for the Year 3: Spanish greetings with puppets unit and may refer to this unit.
Vocabulary display – Science: Y5/6 (A) Making connections: How reflective are space blankets?
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the mixed-age unit Science, Y5/6 (A), Making connections: How reflective are space blankets? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of key scientific concepts and processes.
See the full Science: Progression of key vocabulary.
Knowledge organiser: Drawing: Expressive drawing and mark making
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Art and design, Year 5, Drawing: Depth, emotion and movement.
This resource is designed to support pupils as they explore drawing techniques that create depth in artwork and introduce them to lino printing. It defines key visual vocabulary such as foreground, middle ground, background, depth, focal point, and main subject—reinforced by visual examples. Pupils are also introduced to influential artists including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Charlie Mackesy, Elizabeth Catlett, and John Muafangejo. The resource includes a clear, step-by-step guide to the lino printing process, building both technical skill and artistic understanding. It is ideal for consolidating foundational knowledge while encouraging creative experimentation.
Vocabulary display – History Y5: What was life like in Tudor England?
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the unit History, Year 5, What was life like in Tudor England? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of key knowledge and skills.
See the full History: Progression of key vocabulary.
Vocabulary display – R&W Y5/6 (A): Why do people have to stand up for what they believe in?
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the mixed-age unit Religion and worldviews, Y5/6 (A), Why do people have to stand up for what they believe in? and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
Key vocabulary is clearly labelled on the display, highlighting essential words that the pupils are expected to retain and reuse in future units. Understanding these words enhances comprehension of the subject and supports understanding of prominent organised worldviews.
See the full Religion and worldviews: Progression of key vocabulary.
Knowledge organiser – R&W Y5/6 (A): What happens when we die? (Part 2)
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the mixed-age unit Religion and worldviews, Y5/6 (A), What happens when we die? (Part 2)
This Religion and worldviews resource is designed to support children as they explore beliefs about death in various religious and cultural practices. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts from Dharmic worldviews, including Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
