Today in math we will continue to work on measurements! Yesterday students noticed how using different colored patterns can help us to count more efficiently by 5s and 10s. We also made a class 'blueprint' using our measurements. Today the students will be making paper measuring tools to work with.
In science we are wrapping up our science unit of matter. Today students will review by watching a video. Tomorrow we will take our end of unit assessment. Students have had the opportunity for a lot of hands-on learning during this unit!
During writing students are continuing to write their book reviews! We have enjoyed hearing about each others' recommendations!
Students will also have a guidance lesson with Miss Eake this afternoon. Ask them what new skill they learned about!
Today our school had a tornado drill. We talked about what would happen at school, and we also talked about the importance of having a plan at home.
I have a few pictures from different activities over the week that I keep meaning to share on our blog - stay tuned! :)
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Tuesday, April 14, 2015
Welcome back!!!
I hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable spring break! From what the students shared they enjoyed their time off! I spent lots of time working on assignments for my graduate classes, wedding planning, and did find some time to relax!
Here is a quick preview of what we are working on this week:
*Math - We began a new Fosnot unit about measurement. The students are currently working in partners and using connecting cubes to measure lengths of paper. As the week goes on the students will be encouraged to use more sophisticated measurement strategies.
*Science - We are reviewing the states of matter. We are also doing some edible experiments, such as melting chocolate (solid to liquid) and shaking cream to make butter (liquid to solid).
*Writing - Yesterday all students wrote a thank you letter to the staff at the Building for Kids Children's Museum. Today we will begin our last piece of opinion writing, which will be a book review. Ask you child which book they are writing about!
*Phonics - We are reviewing what we have learned about long and short vowel sounds.
If you child is participating in the Timber Rattler's reading program, please make sure you send back the order form for tickets. Also, your child should have turned in three 'Fangs' by now.
Here is a quick preview of what we are working on this week:
*Math - We began a new Fosnot unit about measurement. The students are currently working in partners and using connecting cubes to measure lengths of paper. As the week goes on the students will be encouraged to use more sophisticated measurement strategies.
*Science - We are reviewing the states of matter. We are also doing some edible experiments, such as melting chocolate (solid to liquid) and shaking cream to make butter (liquid to solid).
*Writing - Yesterday all students wrote a thank you letter to the staff at the Building for Kids Children's Museum. Today we will begin our last piece of opinion writing, which will be a book review. Ask you child which book they are writing about!
*Phonics - We are reviewing what we have learned about long and short vowel sounds.
If you child is participating in the Timber Rattler's reading program, please make sure you send back the order form for tickets. Also, your child should have turned in three 'Fangs' by now.
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Summer School!
Summer school registration closes at 3:00 this Thursday. If you are thinking about signing your child up, please make sure you do so before this date.
I feel that summer school is a beneficial experience for all students. Our district offers literacy and math classes, as well as a variety of enrichment opportunities for students.
All families can register their children online using Infinite Campus.
If you have any questions about summer school, or need help registering your child, please contact me or our office!
I feel that summer school is a beneficial experience for all students. Our district offers literacy and math classes, as well as a variety of enrichment opportunities for students.
All families can register their children online using Infinite Campus.
If you have any questions about summer school, or need help registering your child, please contact me or our office!
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Weekend Update!
On Friday during math students learned about symmetry.
This is an overview of our math lessons this week...
*Monday - Unit 7 Review
*Tuesday - Unit 7 Assessment
*Thursday - math games
During science on Friday we wrapped up our exploration of liquids. This week we will further study solids, liquids and gases.
Students will continue to write their opinion reviews. I will be collecting their finished reviews on Thursday.
This week I will not be meeting with students for guided reading groups. I will instead spend time checking in with students individually to informally assess their current oral reading and comprehension abilities.
Our field trip to the Building for Kids in Appleton is this Wednesday! We will be leaving school around 8:40. Students will still have time for milk and snack before we leave. If you checked that you would be providing a lunch from home, please be sure to send a bag lunch with your child on Wednesday. We are scheduled to arrive back at school around 1:30. I'm looking forward to this day of hands-on learning!
Reminder: We have no school Friday, April 3rd through Friday, April 10th. School is back in session on Monday, April 13th!
This is an overview of our math lessons this week...
*Monday - Unit 7 Review
*Tuesday - Unit 7 Assessment
*Thursday - math games
During science on Friday we wrapped up our exploration of liquids. This week we will further study solids, liquids and gases.
Students will continue to write their opinion reviews. I will be collecting their finished reviews on Thursday.
This week I will not be meeting with students for guided reading groups. I will instead spend time checking in with students individually to informally assess their current oral reading and comprehension abilities.
Our field trip to the Building for Kids in Appleton is this Wednesday! We will be leaving school around 8:40. Students will still have time for milk and snack before we leave. If you checked that you would be providing a lunch from home, please be sure to send a bag lunch with your child on Wednesday. We are scheduled to arrive back at school around 1:30. I'm looking forward to this day of hands-on learning!
Reminder: We have no school Friday, April 3rd through Friday, April 10th. School is back in session on Monday, April 13th!
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