Language Arts
Word Study
This week's words are all synonyms for "yell" or "whisper" (click here for the complete list). Along with using the words in sentences and identifying the corresponding synonyms, students will continue to work on using analogies with the words (i.e. yell is to angry as whisper is to calm) and identifying the connotation of the words; where they will "rank" the words in order from loudest to softest. Below is an example of the connotation activity from a few weeks ago:
Reading
Continuing our Poetry Unit, this week we will be delving into figurative language such as alliteration, simile, metaphor, hyperbole, idioms, and onomatopoeia (my favorite!).
Writing
Getting back to persuasive writing, we will be writing essays concerning the debated topic of "Should earbuds be used to listen to music?"
Math
This week will conclude Chapter 6: Fraction Equivalence and Comparisons. Thursday will be a review day of the chapter and Friday will be the test. Here is a breakdown of the week in Math:
- Monday - Comparing and ordering fractions (video)
- Tuesday - Problem Solving with Comparing Fractions
- Wednesday - Review of Problem Solving with Equivalent Fractions and Common Denominators
- Thursday - review Chapter 6 (Jeopardy Game)
- Friday - Chapter 6 Test
Anticipate homework for Monday through Thursday. There will be a short quiz on Tuesday to help me see where everyone is performing to plan the rest of the review week as well.
Science
Last week we discussed and experimented with the origins of sound and how sound travels through waves. Building on that concept, this week we will study light, its sources, and the different types of light energy (visible light and invisible light waves).
Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Have a great week!
