1/12/2015
ELA:
We are focusing on specific spelling concepts. There are five groups all
focusing on spelling lists/concepts that are unique to the child. They are
asked to complete a packet of activities and return them on Thursday. They are
focusing on writing summaries currently in their reading groups. They are also
learning about the three tenses of verbs. Students
should be reading an independent reading book at least 15 minutes at home
daily. They are asked to finish a RRJ (Reading Response Journal entry) every
FRIDAY on a separate piece of paper. The requirements for the RRJ are posted on
the salmon colored paper in their gold folder.
Social
Studies: Students are being introduced to the Early
Explorers Unit. They will be collaboratively learning in groups and sharing
their findings with the class. Students
will be using this information to complete a project at the end of the month.
Math:
Students are completing Chapter 3 with a mini test on Tuesday on 3.10
& 3.11. They will be introduced to Chapter 4 this week, which covers Multiplying
Decimals. This week we are focusing on multiplication patterns with decimals,
and multiplication with decimals and whole numbers. They should be practicing their multiplication facts at home daily as
they have division and multiplication checkups on Friday.
Important
Dates:
· Martin Luther King, Jr. Day- No School – Monday, January
19
