February 27th, 2015
Class activities for Friday, February 27
Spelling: Today was a preview of upcoming spelling words.
Cursive: Ten cursive sentences, seven or more words each, are due on Fridays.
Reading: Today was a discussion day in Literature Circles.
Writing: Students worked on publishing today. A persuasive Letter to the Editor (guidelines) about a public policy issue facing the US was today, Friday, February 27; however, students can continue working this weekend if needed.
Math: We continued to practice multiplying decimals today. We’ll be reviewing this and dividing decimals over the next several days. Here are some skills we’ve been working on lately or will begin soon:
- Multiplying decimals 1
- Multiplying decimals 2
- Dividing decimals 1
- Dividing decimals 2
- Dividing decimals 3
Homework is to practice math for 15 minutes or more using MobyMax or Khan Academy, and to work on MobyMax FactMaster for 5 minutes.
Science: We reviewed our last experiment about measuring speed. Students also completed a MiniQuiz about speed.
Social Studies: Students worked on a Reading Challenge about comparing colonies today. We’ll have a test about this next week.
Notes:
- Spring conferences are March 10-12. View or edit your time here.
- Our class will be performing a play in March, The Legend of Lightning Larry. All students will have a part and will need to be at some after school practices and the performance.
- Visit our 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, report cards, behavior, assignments, and attendance online.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 6th grade.
