February 22nd, 2013
Class activities for Friday, February 22
Spelling: We reviewed common spelling patterns for the /ou/sound: ou and ow.
Cursive: Ten cursive sentences of seven or more words each are due on Fridays.
Reading: Students completed an informational reading test today.
Writing: Students continued to draft their persuasive letter by adding survey data or core democratic values as evidence.
Our current writing project is a persusive essay in the form of a letter. Each student will select an issue facing our country and will share their ideas on how to improve the issue. This persuasive letter is due Wednesday, February 27.
Find more information about this project. Here is a planning checklist. Possible topics can be researched at these websites:
- CNN Student News Blog Latest Issues: cnnstudentnews.blogs.cnn.com
- annenbergclassroom.org
- publicagenda.org/citizen
- pollingreport.com
- petitions.whitehouse.gov
Math: None today due to the talent show.
Science: None today due to brainstorming procedures to improve kindness and teamwork in our class.
Social Studies: We read about the jobs available in different colonial regions.
- Yellow magnets: 1
- Orange magnets: 0
- Red magnets: 0
- STAR Awards: 6
- Magnets moved this week (goal: 8): 3
Check your student’s Personal and Social Growth grade online to see if your student moved their magnet.
Notes:
- Check out our class calendar to stay up-to-date.
- View grades, assignments, and attendance online.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 6th grade.
