December 3rd- December 7th
Happy December! Please make sure students are bundled up for the weather, as we often go outside for recess.
There will be an early dismissal day on Tuesday, December 4th at 11:00 a.m. Please plan accordingly!
The Upcoming Week at School:
Social Science: This past week students observed and then did an experiment on chain reactions. They also learned how to write a scientific explanation. This week students will investigate non-touching forces.
Spelling: Students should complete 3 activities from their homework sheet and turn them in on Friday, December 7th. Some of activities listed cannot be turned in. Please initial next to the activity name so that I know the activity was completed if needed. The spelling test will also be on Friday, December 7th.
ELA: This week students will begin a writing project about being stuck in a snow globe! We will work on writing strong hooks and closings. Then we will begin our second reading unit titled, Culture and Traditions. The first story students will read is The Keeping Quilt by Patricia Polacco. It tells the story of a special family quilt that started in Russia and made its way to the United States in the early 20th century. They will also read good fit articles and books during our Daily 4 stations. We will finish the study of nouns.
The November reading logs are due on Monday, December 3rd. Students should continue reading 20 min. each night and fill out their new December reading logs.
Things to Remember:
Monday 12/3: The November reading logs are due.
Tuesday 12/4: There will be an early dismissal at 11 a.m.
Friday 12/7: The 3 spelling activities are due and there will be a spelling test.
