Welcome Back to School!
We are all finally back to school and ready to face this second half of the year, testing, spring break and camp. Yea!
Language Arts:
We are gearing up for MAP testing which is right around the corner. My LA class will be taking their reading test on January 27. We are doing this by diving into a new novel study. With this, we will be looking at examples of different kinds of figurative language, exploring new vocabulary, and answering higher level thinking questions. Along with this novel study, we will continue to focus on a weekly grammar skill as well as new spelling words. Last but not least, we will start writing our published book. This will include writing that will need to be reviewed with a parent, revised and edited. Be looking for this packet to come home this week.
Homework:
***Study 10 vocabulary words from Ch. 1-3. We have a quiz tomorrow.
***Comprehension questions- Ch. 3
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Math:
Today we reviewed many skills on white boards and jumped into Unit 7 which deals with tree diagrams and probability. We also completed a math trick of the day.(Sorry kids... I will need to print you out a copy if you would like to try this at home.)
We will be spending time reviewing skills/standards in preparation for MAP testing which will be on January 25. I know that the students have grown so much already and I can't wait to see what they can do!
Homework:
***Journal pages 260 and 261
***Friday Skill Packet-due Friday
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Social Studies:(Suddarth)
Today we discussed the choices that young men had when they came to the new colonies. We also worked on a page in our ISNB. Remember... Study guides for Ch. 7 were passed out before break. The test over Ch. 7 will be tomorrow for Mrs. Doms' class and Thursday for my homeroom.
Homework:
***Both classes should be studying for the Ch. 7 test this week. Use your study guide.
Reminders:The Science Expo is right around the corner. Every 5th grade student is required to participate. You should be working on your project now! Please refer to the packet for specific dates and helpful information.
Until tomorrow...
