Hello Everyone!
This week in
Math we will continue adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators as well as reviewing finding equivalent fractions, simplifying fractions, changing mixed numbers and improper fractions. We will take the fractions test Friday.
In
Reading we are identifying different text structures to help us comprehend different types of texts by looking for specific key words. We are working with the 5 text structures (description, sequence, compare/contrast, cause/effect, problem/solution) to help us with nonfiction text.
In
Writing we are drafting our persuasive writing piece. Through our writing we are also practicing visually expressive sentences, grammar skills, and text organization.
In
Science we are investigating how sound is produced. We learning about sound with emphasis on pitch, amplitude, frequency and sound waves. Questions you may ask your child by the end of this week include:
- What is sound?
- How does sound travel?
- What is the difference between sound frequency and sound pitch?
Don't forget about our science project due December 17th. Last week we sent home information regarding a project that involves your child creating a musical instrument at home. We can't wait to put our instruments together to make a band :)
In
Social Studies we are wrapping up our study of the American Revolution. This week we will learn about the battles of Saratoga, Yorktown and the signing of the Treaty of Paris. We will also be researching and discussing achievements from some of our key individuals from the American Revolution such as King George III, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benedict Arnold, Patrick Henry and John Adams. A completed study guide will come home by Friday to help prepare for our test next Wednesday, December 18.
Academic Planning:
December 13 - Math Fractions Test; American Revolution Study Guide comes home; * Exploration afternoon
December 17 - Science Project due. Students need to bring their homemade instruments to school.
December 18 - American Revolution Test
December 19 - Learning Celebration - Please celebrate your child's learning from 11:30-12:30 in our classroom! We will be sharing an American Revolution class project and hopefully some 'band' presentations :) Feel free to plan to join your child for lunch following our celebration. Be on the lookout from an email from our room parent for some items we would like to have to help us celebrate (light refreshments and some paper goods)
* Explorations: Yesterday, students chose explorations that support our IB skills and prepare students to be college and career ready. This Friday will be our first exploration and we will have one each month during the school day. Some exploration options were for the remainder of the year; while many others were just one time meaning they can sign up for a different exploration each month! Ask your child what they chose!
Have a great week!
