Week of November 10th

Ride the Weekly Wave:

Math-We will continue practicing long division with smaller numbers and begin using larger numbers. We will keep using traditional/standard division, but we will also learn the “window” and “big 7” strategies.

Reading-To go along with our PBL, we will be reading and analyzing non-fiction and fiction texts about the 3 R’s (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). Students will also use evidence from BOTH sides of the argument-loggers vs. environmentalists to create info-graphics on the computers!

ELA/Writing-In Writer’s Workshop, we are practicing how to make sentences more interesting by using conjunctions. We will integrate these lessons with reading as we continue writing an argument for or against logging based on War of the Woods.

Social Studies-We will continue learning about slavery, indentured servants, and the Triangular Trade at the beginning of the week. At the end of the week, we will be learning about the causes of the American Revolution.

Science-We will finish our Animals Unit by learning about the distinct environments through a nonfiction article scavenger hunt and pen pal writing activity.  To go along with our PBL, we will also be researching problems/solutions for each distinct environment and creating pic collages.

Set Sail for…Upcoming Tests/Projects:

·       Friday-Math 4 Today Test (Review Math 4 Today morning work practice)

·       Friday-Conjunctions Test

·       Next Tuesday-Social Studies Test on Slavery

Homework for the Week:

(please refer to your child's agenda daily for more details-this is only an OUTLINE of what to expect):

·       Read 2 steps (30 minutes) for 100 BC and sign Reading Log *every* night

·       Return Signed Papers by Tuesday *sent home Monday*

·       Conjunctions Practice HW

·       Division Practice Problems

News from the Beach:                        

Upcoming Events:  

·       This Tuesday, Nov. 11^th-Veteran’s Day Program at 9:00. Invite any veterans that you know!

·       This Friday, Nov. 14^th- Donuts with Dad at 7:00 AM

This Friday, Nov. 14^th- Christmas Pictures

Super Surfer of the Week

Hallie is the student of the week for showing HARD WORK and PERSEVERANCE in the classroom!!!