Science
Yes...Science is here! We finished up our Social Studies unit (the graded tests will go home Tuesday) and we are starting our first Science unit focusing on cells. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday will be jam-packed with research, discussions, observing, and modeling real cells! We will spend a majority of the time discussing what we see under the microscopes.
Language Arts
Word Study
Due to the shortened week, both this week and next, we will be focusing on only one word study list, beginning on Wednesday. Here are the words for the next two weeks.
Reading
This week we will be focusing on Theme. Look for some additional practice activities this week at home to help support our discussions in class.
Writing
We will be publishing our persuasive essays this week. Look for graded essays to come home early next week.
Math
The Test
Hopefully you all received your student's graded Chapter 1 Math test Friday. After grading them, and discussing with the other 4th grade teachers, I ended up turning two of the problems into extra credit. I apologize for the initial grade being crossed-out, but the grade in black ink is the "official" one.
What's new?
Chapter 2 focuses on multiplying one-digit numbers. The first few lessons focus on using models to help support the reasoning behind how and why we multiply. Click here for access to Think Central. It's as online program that is linked to our GO MATH curriculum. It has interactive games and digital versions of the homework and the student book that explains how I taught the individual skills. This week we covered lesson 2.1 and 2.2. There will be homework every night this week, including Thursday!
Remember to monitor your child's reading at home, sign the assignment notebook, and look over their homework throughout the week (so we can get that third scoop!). Have a great week, and let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
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