December 3rd, 2018
Class activities for Monday, December 3
Spelling: None today.
Cursive: Ten cursive sentences, seven or more words each, are due Fridays.
Reading: Today we read some narrative poetry about people that were motivated to achieve their goals.
Writing: We talked more about how complete scenes have all three story details: talking, action and visual details. Students also worked on drafting.
A narrative story (personal or fiction) is due Sunday, December 16. Homework on weekdays is to work on writing for 15 minutes. Your student should have their draft about half done by now.
Math: We practiced two-digit multiplying again today. Homework on weekdays is to practice math for 15 minutes using MobyMax or Khan Academy.
Science: None today.
Social Studies: Started our new topic about the Spanish settlements started in America. We will have a test about explorers tomorrow (a glitch prevented us from doing this today).
Character Strength: We are learning about kindness this week.
Notes:
- The pizza kit fundraiser for 5th grade camp is going on right now. Orders are due this Friday, December 7.
- Is your student doing a Daily Homework Time? Here’s a sample schedule and more ideas to get started.
- Check out our class calendar to stay up-to-date.
- View grades, assignments, and attendance at JupiterGrades.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 6th grade.
