Busy! Busy! Busy!
Language Arts:
Time flew by today in Language Arts. After having double specials this morning we jumped right in. We took our spelling pretest, discussed our Weekly Homework Packet, and reviewed our RIT words for this week. This weeks words are as follows: assonance, metaphor, simile, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia. We also reviewed the vocabulary for the week. Those words are as follows: climate, eerie, lumbering, lurk, shimmer, silken, and swallows. Please be sure to discuss these words as you read the story with your child this week.
Homework:
***Weekly Homework Packet-due Friday
*** Read and record your reading minutes on your weekly homework packet. Remember- You should be reading at least 20 minutes per night. Parents- please initial this sheet each night.
***Books need to be approved by Friday for our first book project. Do you have yours picked out yet?
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Math:
After completing a minute in our minute folders, and working on computation, we jumped right into our Journal 2. Today we discussed fractions.
Homework:
***Math Box(Journal) 7.1
***Study Link- 7.1
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Social Studies:(Mrs. Doms Class)
We were a real group of archaeologists today! After digging through our trash to find possible artifacts, we discussed a great ancient mound called Cahokia. This really encouraged a lot of students into some deep conversation.
Homework:
***Our Chapter 1 test will be on Friday. It is a good idea to read this chapter a little each night in preparation for the test.
Until tomorrow...
Monday, August 30, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
8/27/10
What a busy morning!
Language Arts:
We had quite a busy morning today! We started off in computer lab followed by three safety drills- Code Blue, Shelter in Place, and a Storm Drill. After we completed all three of those, we took our first assessments of the fourth grade. (Their scores are pretty good too!). We even found time to switch for Vocabulary Vine where we study both Greek and Latin Roots.
Homework:
***Read for 20 minutes
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Math:
Today in math we reviewed the metric system and worked on converting a decimal to a fraction. The remainder of the class period was spent on taking the same test that we took last week which is a mix of skills/standards. After looking them over I now know that the students are ready! We will begin in their Journal 2 on Monday! Yea!
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:(Suddarth-Homeroom)
We had quite an adventure today as we served as archaeologists and searched through our trash to find artifacts that each social scientist might use.(Well, not really!) This was a great way to review. Next Tuesday will be a review day which should wrap up Chapter 1.
Homework:
***Chapter 1 test is on Thursday, Sept. 2
Reminders:
***Picture day is next Friday, Sept. 3. Be sure to look for the order forms in backpacks.
Language Arts:
We had quite a busy morning today! We started off in computer lab followed by three safety drills- Code Blue, Shelter in Place, and a Storm Drill. After we completed all three of those, we took our first assessments of the fourth grade. (Their scores are pretty good too!). We even found time to switch for Vocabulary Vine where we study both Greek and Latin Roots.
Homework:
***Read for 20 minutes
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Math:
Today in math we reviewed the metric system and worked on converting a decimal to a fraction. The remainder of the class period was spent on taking the same test that we took last week which is a mix of skills/standards. After looking them over I now know that the students are ready! We will begin in their Journal 2 on Monday! Yea!
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:(Suddarth-Homeroom)
We had quite an adventure today as we served as archaeologists and searched through our trash to find artifacts that each social scientist might use.(Well, not really!) This was a great way to review. Next Tuesday will be a review day which should wrap up Chapter 1.
Homework:
***Chapter 1 test is on Thursday, Sept. 2
Reminders:
***Picture day is next Friday, Sept. 3. Be sure to look for the order forms in backpacks.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
8/26/10
What a great day!
Language Arts:
Today in Language Arts, we wrapped our skills for the week. We reviewed both complete sentences andsentence fragments as well as the four different kinds of sentences. We started our read a loud and were able to listen to two chapters.( The students were definitely interested in the friendly giant that we are reading about! )Finally, we were placed into three different groups to work on our leveled readers.
Homework:
***Study for the spelling test tomorrow. Be sure to know which list you are studying!
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Math:
Today in math we reviewed all the skills presented earlier in the week and jumped into a few new ones. We worked on adding and subtracting decimals, multiplying a two digit number by a two digit number, finding the mean of a set of data, and the powers of ten with exponents. Since the students are whizzing through the skills this week,we are jumping into Journal 2 on Tuesday of next week. I know that I am excited and I think they are too!
Homework:
***Worksheet
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Social Studies(Mrs. Doms' class)
***Today we were able to share our artifacts in groups. The students were able to discuss their artifacts within their group and explain which social scientist would be interested in each particular artifact. We learned an interesting fact that showed that some artifacts may be of interest to more than one scientist. Who knew?
Homework:
***The Chapter 1 test is scheduled for Mrs. Doms' class for next Friday, Sept. 3. It is a good idea to reread the chapter and look over the notes in the Interactive Student Notebook.
Until tomorrow...
Language Arts:
Today in Language Arts, we wrapped our skills for the week. We reviewed both complete sentences andsentence fragments as well as the four different kinds of sentences. We started our read a loud and were able to listen to two chapters.( The students were definitely interested in the friendly giant that we are reading about! )Finally, we were placed into three different groups to work on our leveled readers.
Homework:
***Study for the spelling test tomorrow. Be sure to know which list you are studying!
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Math:
Today in math we reviewed all the skills presented earlier in the week and jumped into a few new ones. We worked on adding and subtracting decimals, multiplying a two digit number by a two digit number, finding the mean of a set of data, and the powers of ten with exponents. Since the students are whizzing through the skills this week,we are jumping into Journal 2 on Tuesday of next week. I know that I am excited and I think they are too!
Homework:
***Worksheet
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Social Studies(Mrs. Doms' class)
***Today we were able to share our artifacts in groups. The students were able to discuss their artifacts within their group and explain which social scientist would be interested in each particular artifact. We learned an interesting fact that showed that some artifacts may be of interest to more than one scientist. Who knew?
Homework:
***The Chapter 1 test is scheduled for Mrs. Doms' class for next Friday, Sept. 3. It is a good idea to reread the chapter and look over the notes in the Interactive Student Notebook.
Until tomorrow...
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
8/25/10
Welcome to our 4th grade blog!
Language Arts:
Today in Language Arts we had a busy morning. We spent time sorting our spelling words into short vowel sounds and putting them into sentences. During grammar, we worked on sentence vs. fragment, and the four types of sentences. We did find time to finish up our personal narrative that dealt with a personal problem that we have faced and the solution.
Homework:
***Study your spelling words. Our test will be on Friday.
***Our first reading project packets were sent home today. Please check the upcoming due dates.
***Read 20 minutes
***If you have not done so already, read the story for the week to a parent by Friday.
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Math:
We had another exciting day in math! I am impressed with how well the students are making progress since our test last week. Today we worked on finding the landmarks of a set of data(minimum, maximum, range, mode, and median). We also practiced multiplying and dividing, solved number sentences, and we worked on open sentences.
Homework:
***Worksheet
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Social Studies:
We had a blast this afternoon going through our different artifact bags. The students were able to not only describe the reason why they chose their artifact, but which social scientist would be interested in it as well.
Homework:
***Our Chapter 1 test is scheduled for my homeroom on Thursday, September 2. It is a good idea to reread the chapter and your Interactive Student Notebook a little each day.
Reminder:
***Mrs. Doms' class has their artifact bags and sheet due tomorrow. Their test will be on Friday, Sept. 3.
Until tomorrow...
Language Arts:
Today in Language Arts we had a busy morning. We spent time sorting our spelling words into short vowel sounds and putting them into sentences. During grammar, we worked on sentence vs. fragment, and the four types of sentences. We did find time to finish up our personal narrative that dealt with a personal problem that we have faced and the solution.
Homework:
***Study your spelling words. Our test will be on Friday.
***Our first reading project packets were sent home today. Please check the upcoming due dates.
***Read 20 minutes
***If you have not done so already, read the story for the week to a parent by Friday.
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Math:
We had another exciting day in math! I am impressed with how well the students are making progress since our test last week. Today we worked on finding the landmarks of a set of data(minimum, maximum, range, mode, and median). We also practiced multiplying and dividing, solved number sentences, and we worked on open sentences.
Homework:
***Worksheet
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Social Studies:
We had a blast this afternoon going through our different artifact bags. The students were able to not only describe the reason why they chose their artifact, but which social scientist would be interested in it as well.
Homework:
***Our Chapter 1 test is scheduled for my homeroom on Thursday, September 2. It is a good idea to reread the chapter and your Interactive Student Notebook a little each day.
Reminder:
***Mrs. Doms' class has their artifact bags and sheet due tomorrow. Their test will be on Friday, Sept. 3.
Until tomorrow...
Monday, May 10, 2010
5/10/10
Thank you... Thank you... Thank you!
I wanted to say a great big "Thank you" for all the flowers, gifts, and cards that I received last week during Teacher Appreciation Week. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Language Arts:
We spent the day working on our novel study.
Homework:
***Read- You need to take your AR tests by Friday.
***Complete questions for chapters 8-13.
***Floats are due on Wednesday. Be sure to bring in your bibliography cards too.
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Math:
We are working on the End of the Year Assessment and Standard Assessments.
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:
Today we finished Chapter 8. We will play a review game tomorrow that is a great way to review for the test. It is also a great idea to study the reading notes in their Interactive Student Notebook as well.
Homework:
***Chapter 8 test will be on Friday.
Until tomorrow...
I wanted to say a great big "Thank you" for all the flowers, gifts, and cards that I received last week during Teacher Appreciation Week. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Language Arts:
We spent the day working on our novel study.
Homework:
***Read- You need to take your AR tests by Friday.
***Complete questions for chapters 8-13.
***Floats are due on Wednesday. Be sure to bring in your bibliography cards too.
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Math:
We are working on the End of the Year Assessment and Standard Assessments.
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:
Today we finished Chapter 8. We will play a review game tomorrow that is a great way to review for the test. It is also a great idea to study the reading notes in their Interactive Student Notebook as well.
Homework:
***Chapter 8 test will be on Friday.
Until tomorrow...
Monday, May 3, 2010
5/3/10
What a beautiful day!
Language Arts:
Today was a busy morning. Without having specials, we were able to get a lot of things accomplished. We were able to switch for Vocabulary Vine, complete our Unit 5 reading test, meet with our reading buddies, and start our novel study. It is so hard to believe, but this is our last one for the year!
Homework:
***Read chapter 2 in our novel.
***Complete the vocabulary and cause/effect found on page 10.
***State floats are due next week.
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Math:
Today in math we worked on computation practice of a variety of skills, worked on a few problem solving activities, and then were divided into work groups to work on specific problems dealing with surface area, volume, and area. The students will spend time working in groups and then peer teaching the concepts to the rest of the class.
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:
We reviewed for our test tomorrow. It will cover chapter 7. Be sure to reread the chapter and study pages 40-41 in your interactive student notebook. Page 42 and 43 will be collected and graded tomorrow as well.
Until tomorrow...
Language Arts:
Today was a busy morning. Without having specials, we were able to get a lot of things accomplished. We were able to switch for Vocabulary Vine, complete our Unit 5 reading test, meet with our reading buddies, and start our novel study. It is so hard to believe, but this is our last one for the year!
Homework:
***Read chapter 2 in our novel.
***Complete the vocabulary and cause/effect found on page 10.
***State floats are due next week.
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Math:
Today in math we worked on computation practice of a variety of skills, worked on a few problem solving activities, and then were divided into work groups to work on specific problems dealing with surface area, volume, and area. The students will spend time working in groups and then peer teaching the concepts to the rest of the class.
Homework:
***None
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Social Studies:
We reviewed for our test tomorrow. It will cover chapter 7. Be sure to reread the chapter and study pages 40-41 in your interactive student notebook. Page 42 and 43 will be collected and graded tomorrow as well.
Until tomorrow...
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
4/28/10
Another ISTEP day is behind us! We have one more day to go!
Language Arts:
We had some time in between tests today to work on our skills for the week. We worked on the comparative and superlative form of the irregular adjectives good and bad. We also had some time to do a "Round Robin Writing". This has become quite a fun activity for the students and their writing proves it! This helps practice organization, details, and word choice. Finally, we took some time to work on two short read a louds and practiced reading comprehension questions that went along with each one.
Homework:
***Green State Float sheet is due tomorrow with a parent signature and sketch.
***This Friday is the last day to take AR tests for our trophies.
***Remember that each student is required to read and pass at least two AR books in their lexile range. Is your child reading each night?
***State floats are due in less than two weeks.
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Math:
We did not have math today due to ISTEP.
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Social Studies:
We spent the afternoon working on our matrix, filling in specific information about the six colonies that we read about. This page in their ISNB is an excellent resource to use in preparing for our chapter 7 test which will be next Tuesday.
Homework:
***Chapter 7 test-May 4
Until tomorrow...
Language Arts:
We had some time in between tests today to work on our skills for the week. We worked on the comparative and superlative form of the irregular adjectives good and bad. We also had some time to do a "Round Robin Writing". This has become quite a fun activity for the students and their writing proves it! This helps practice organization, details, and word choice. Finally, we took some time to work on two short read a louds and practiced reading comprehension questions that went along with each one.
Homework:
***Green State Float sheet is due tomorrow with a parent signature and sketch.
***This Friday is the last day to take AR tests for our trophies.
***Remember that each student is required to read and pass at least two AR books in their lexile range. Is your child reading each night?
***State floats are due in less than two weeks.
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Math:
We did not have math today due to ISTEP.
*************************************************************************************
Social Studies:
We spent the afternoon working on our matrix, filling in specific information about the six colonies that we read about. This page in their ISNB is an excellent resource to use in preparing for our chapter 7 test which will be next Tuesday.
Homework:
***Chapter 7 test-May 4
Until tomorrow...
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