In this Geography video, the children explore real-world geography with Mike Leach and learn how to observe, record and ask questions like young geographers.
year: Year 5
Pupil Video: Geography in Action – Mike Leach (part 3)
In this Geography video, the children hear from Mike Leach about exploring environments, supporting conservation and learning to observe, investigate and care for the planet
Pupil video: Geography in Action – Mike Leach (part 2)
This Geography video features Mike Leach reflecting on his most memorable adventures, such as working with mountain gorillas in Central Africa and tracking lemurs in Madagascar. He explains how close observation and respect for local wildlife enabled him to gain their trust. He also shares why geography is important: it helps us understand the interconnectedness of the planet, from water cycles to global ecosystems. Mike concludes by highlighting the impact of climate change and urbanisation, emphasising the need to study how humans, animals, and environments are adapting in a rapidly changing world.
Vocabulary display: Planning a French holiday
Knowledge organiser – Science Y5: Forces and space: Unbalanced forces
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Science, Y5, Forces and space: Unbalanced forces.
This resource is designed to support the children as they explore the concept of unbalanced forces and their effects. It highlights key vocabulary, processes and concepts, such as gravity, friction, streamlining and air and water resistance. The resource also introduces mechanisms like levers, pulleys and gears, explaining how they help make tasks easier. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering an understanding of how forces interact and influence motion in the physical world.
Vocabulary display: Meet my French family
Vocabulary display – D&T Y5: Electrical systems: Doodlers
This unit vocabulary display includes keywords from the unit Design and technology, Year 5, Electrical systems: Doodlers and additional unit-specific words that may be helpful in a display.
