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Grade 5 

This page provides a glimpse into grades 5  at OLHC.
​See below for curriculum information, recent events and unit of inquiry support.

Letter to Grade 5 Parents 

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​For all the Grade 5 beginning of the year information, staff faces and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) go here:

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Curriculum Map - 2023

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The following attachment is a curriculum overview for 2023 that maps out the focus for each area of study. For more specific information, parents are encouraged to speak directly to their child's classroom teacher.

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Our grade 5 team

Unit Watch Term 1 - Earth's place in space 

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Central Idea: 

The Earth is part of a system of planets orbiting around a star (the Sun)

Lines of Inquiry
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  • Identifying the planets of the solar system and comparing how long they take to orbit the sun
  • Modelling the relative size of and distance between Earth, other planets in the solar system and the sun 
  • Recognising the role of the sun as a provider of energy for the Earth

Grade 5
Unit of Inquiry Hotlist of Websites 2023

The following websites are listed to assist students, teachers and parents with the various units of inquiry we explore at OLHC. This is not an exhaustive list but merely a starting point for discovery.

Australian Artists

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Other Useful sites

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
  • http://bit.ly/2riNtuR  Caritas curriculum links
  • http://www.caritas.org.au/learn/catholic-social-teaching  Catholic Social Teaching
  • http://www.caritas.org.au/learn/catholic-social-teaching/educational-toolkit  Educational Toolkit
Integrated Studies, the arts, research, videos and images
  • http://www.pics4learning.com/ -Pics4Learning - image library that is safe and free for education. 
  • http://www.photosforclass.com/ -Photos for use in the classroom
  • http://www.coolaustralia.org/​ Cool Australia
  • http://bit.ly/2pzWQ7Y- ARTSEDGE Lessons for Elementary School (Grades K-5)
  • http://www.kiddle.co/  Safe visual search engine for kids
  • http://www.watchknowlearn.org/ Free educational videos
  • splash.abc.net.au/home#!/home ABC -games & videos mapped to the curriculum
  • http://gws.ala.org/ _ great websites for kids- across all areas of study and ages.
  • http://www.studyladder.com.au/    Studyladder- range of educational activities
  • http://www.dkfindout.com/uk/  -DK series- find out about...
  • http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/ Educational games for building foundation math and language skills
Mathematics
  • http://bit.ly/2E3a7ge​ MATHS Glossary for parents and children
  • https://au.ixl.com/signin/olhc      IXL Maths 
  • http://www.transum.org/Software/   Wide range of math activities
  • http://bit.ly/1OxeRx6 -Create a graph- ICT tool for data collection
  • https://www.khanacademy.org/  -Khan Academy online mathematical tutorials for all learners
English
  • http://www.readwritethink.org/ READ WRITE THINK -a wide range of literacy support materials
  • http://www.sunshineonline.com.au/  reading material -un:olhcw pw:olhcw
  • http://www.uniteforliteracy.com/ - a wide range of easy to read books for junior classes
  • http://www.magickeys.com/books/ stories online
  • http://bit.ly/2m68lWw  100 stories online
  • http://bit.ly/1gcmafb Tumblebooks ​
  • http://www.spellingcity.com/ Spelling City
Science
  • http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/  Science activities and resources
  • https://mysteryscience.com/  science lessons - all levels
  • http://easyscienceforkids.com/science facts and activities for young kids.
  • http://bbc.in/1jC6PpQ  BBC science for children- search by age group

Information Technology 
  • http://www.abcya.com/  ICT games and activities for children
  • http://www.e-learningforkids.org/ E Learning for kids
  • http://bit.ly/1OxeRx6 -Create a graph- ICT tool for data collection
  • http://bit.ly/1h246k8 Keyboarding skills and games
  • http://bit.ly/1awrCys create your own Venn diagram
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Home reading in the senior school- Parent presentation 

Please find attached a copy of the presentation that outlines the both the approach in the senior school and tips for success at home. Enjoy.
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Trips, events and key dates

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  • Home
  • School Information
    • School Prayer
    • Photo Gallery
    • Contact us
    • Staff
    • School Fees
    • Employment
    • School Advisory Council (SAC)
    • Parents & Friends Association- PFA
    • School Leaders 2023
    • Contextual Statement
    • Vision and Mission
    • Annual report to school community
    • School Logo
    • Uniform
    • School Times and Dates
    • OLHC Learner Profile
  • Curriculum
    • Remote Learning
    • Curriculum support >
      • Literacy Pro
    • Units of Inquiry- Term 1 - 2023
    • Foundation
    • Grade 1
    • Grade 2
    • Grade 3
    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5
    • Grade 6
    • Mathematics
    • Physical Education & Sport
    • The Arts >
      • Japanese >
        • Performing Arts
        • Visual Arts
    • Digital Technologies
  • Calendar
    • Current events at OLHC
    • School Camps
    • Websites & Readings for OLHC Parents
    • Kid's Corner
  • Parish
  • School & Parish - Our Community
  • Mini Vinnies
  • Documents
    • Uniform Price List
    • Administration of Medication Form
    • Child Safety
    • Policies and Procedures
    • Student Medical/Asthma Form
    • Active After School Program Application Form
    • Prospectus
    • NCCD Consent Form
    • Trainee Applications
  • OLHC- Master Plan animation
  • Sustainability @ OLHC
  • Catholic Social teachings @ OLHC
  • Enrolment Application
  • Responding to the Royal Commission
  • 50 Anniversary OLHC 1971-2021