September 26th, 2013
Class activities for Thursday, September 26
Spelling: We reviewed two often-confused words: less and fewer. We learned that fewer is used of the object can be counted; if not, use less. Examples:
- There are fewer pencils in this pencil box. (pencils can be counted)
- There is less wind today. (wind cannot be counted)
Cursive: Cursive workbook pp. 14-17 are due Friday.
Reading: We used Literture Circles time to discuss some class goals for the year. We set two goals in reading and math: we will increate our reading and math levels as the year goes on and increase them a year by the end of the year. We are still considering a behavior goal of how many magnets should be moved in a week.
Writing: Today, students practiced a writing strategy called “free writing.” This is a way to start drafting by determing to write for a set number of minutes without stopping. It’s a quick way to get ideas written, even if they aren’t spelled correctly or written perfectly.
The second piece of writing for the year is another personal narrative, which is a personal story or memory that involves the author. It is not fictional or made-up. This personal narrative is due Friday, October 11. Your student should be drafting at this time.
Math: We reviewed using patterns to solve number stories.
Science: We started an experiment to test if a magnet’s force can attract through various objects (paper, plastic, cotton, wood, steel).
The Energy Fair is tomorrow, Friday, September 27 (more details here)!
Social Studies: Students worked in groups to complete a flowchart about how limited resources and unlimited wants create scarcity, lead to choices and create an opportunity cost.
- Yellow magnets: 1
- Orange magnets: 0
- Red magnets: 0
- STAR Awards: 3
- Magnets moved this week (goal: TBD): 10
Check your student’s Personal and Social Growth grade online to see if your student moved their magnet.
Notes:
- The Energy Fair is this Friday, September 27.
- After School Detention is on Monday, September 30 from 4-6 pm for students with missing work or unfinished tasks.
- Visit our new Links page! Keep track of all the websites we use for learning, or try something new.
- Check out our class calendar to stay up-to-date.
- View grades, behavior, assignments, and attendance online.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 5th grade.
