ELA
Reading:
Ø We have switched our reading block to encompass
reading groups. Here students are working together to practice comprehension
skills and strategies with texts that are appropriate for their level. Soon
we’ll start our first literature circle with the genre of biographies. The
discussions are always very meaningful!
Writing:
Ø We’ll begin writing our own myths as a way to sum up
our understanding of the genre mythology.
Grammar:
Ø Adjectives and ordering adjectives
Spelling Patterns: All tests are
Thursdays!!!
Ø List 20 - suffixes
Ø List 21 – words with er or and ar
Ø List 22 – words with the /el/ sound
Ø List 23 - words with the /en/ sound
Math
Concepts:
o
Finish Chapter 7
– mixed numbers & add and subtract mixed numbers
o
Chapter 8 –
Multiply fractions by whole numbers
o This is a short chapter so we’ll most likely finish
within March as well.
Vocabulary:
o
See book for
important vocab
Assessments:
o
We will be having
the chapter 7 math test 3.11.14
o
Chapter 8 test
TBA
Reminders
All GoMath materials can be accessed on tablets and PC’s
at home for further explanations and practice
Science
This
month we will kick off our big animal study unit! First we’ll explore
invertebrates and vertebrates through lots of books, movies and articles. Then
we will partner with Miss Smith’s class to create an online presentation titled
“Ask the Animal” where students hone their researching skills to investigate a
specific NYS animal.
Stay
tuned for an invitation to our presentation. You’ll be sure to learn a lot!
Reminders
ü 3.1.14 Fin Friday ~ wear green
ü 3.9.14 Daylight savings time begins
ü 3.20.14 PTA meeting in the library at 7
ü 3.21.14 No school ~ Superintendents
Conference Day for staff
ü 4.1.14 to 4.3.14 NYS ELA tests
ü 4.30.14 to 5.2.14 NYS Math tests
