Week of September 8th

Ride the Wave to Learning…

Math- We will discuss techniques for rounding. (Remember to review multiplication facts every night to be ready for the fast facts test Friday.)

 

Reading- We will continue to read the novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio. We will focus on character traits and using evidence from the text to support conclusions.   

ELA/Writing- We will begin to polish and publish memoirs. In addition, students will learn about the friendly letter format.  

 

Social Studies- We will finish up the culture of the five Native American groups that populated North America. (Test on the Native Americans Friday)

 

Science-

We will learn about the steps to a scientific investigation. Students will use the steps to conduct a rocket experiment.

News from the Beach…

Sept. 15th – PTA Open House; 6:30-7:30pm in the cafeteria

Sept. 17th – 1st 9-week Interim Reports

Sept. 18th – Goodies with Grandparents (4th grade); 7:00-7:30am in the cafeteria

 

Surfer of the Week

The surfer of the week is Genivea. She has displayed the life skill of flexibility. She has the ability to alter plans when needed. Way to go Genivea !

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Friday- Native American Test; Multiplication fast facts Test

 

*There will be unannounced pop tests throughout the year. Therefore, it’s important to ask questions during class and study notes when needed.

Homework for the Week

(Please refer to your student’s agenda for daily homework. This is only an outline.)

*Read 100 BC 2 steps every night

*Study Native American flashcards/notes/map: test Friday

*Study multiplication facts- Multiplication fast facts test Friday

100 Book Challenge Goals

  Good: 44 steps

 Better: 80 steps