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Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Accelerated Reader (AR) is a programme we use in school to help children choose books that match their reading level and interests. The AR BookFinder website is a free tool that parents can use at home to check whether a book has an Accelerated Reader quiz, what level it is, and how many points it is worth. Simply search by title, author, or subject to see if a book is part of the AR programme. This is a great way to support your child in finding books that are both enjoyable and appropriate for their reading progress.
50 Recommended Reads
50 Recommended Reads
Here is an updated list of 50 books that are recommended for children in Year 5 to read. We are very fortunate to have many of these books at school, either in our library or in our class book corner. You might have read some of these already. How many can you tick off before the end of the year?
50-Best-Books-2025-Poster-Y5.pdf2025-Checklist-50-Best-Books-Y5.pdfIf you'd like to try some different authors, or different styles of books, the posters below may give you a starting point to think about.
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Year 5 and 6 Statutory Spellings List
Y 5 and 6 Statutory Spellings.pdfIdeas for Supporting Year 5 at Home
π Reading
π Reading
Encourage children to read aloud to an adult a few times a week β this builds fluency and comprehension.
Create a family reading time (10β15 mins) where everyone reads something β books, magazines, or newspapers.
Visit the local library and let children choose books on topics they enjoy.
π’ Maths
π’ Maths
Practise times tables in fun ways (card games, chanting in the car, or apps like TT Rock Stars).
Use real-life maths: cooking (measuring), shopping (estimating costs, calculating change), and telling the time.
Puzzle books and board games (like Monopoly, Yahtzee, chess) help with logical thinking.
βοΈ Writing
βοΈ Writing
Encourage children to keep a journal or diary about their day.
Use story starters from Pobble 365 or even family photos to spark creative writing.
Write letters, postcards, or emails to relatives to make writing feel purposeful.
π General Learning
π General Learning
Watch family-friendly documentaries together (e.g., David Attenborough, Horrible Histories).
Visit local museums, galleries, or heritage sites to connect with history and science topics.
Encourage children to ask questions and explore answers together β modelling curiosity.
π§ Life Skills & Habits
π§ Life Skills & Habits
Build a good homework routine (quiet space, set time, limited distractions).
Encourage independence β packing their bag, organising reading records, and planning their week.
Talk about resilience β how mistakes help us learn.
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