Graphic Novels
We are learning about and studying graphic novels in Language Arts. Here are links with some information and suggestions appropriate for 5th graders:
The Best Graphic Novels for Children
Best Graphic Novels for ChildrenGraphic Novels for Kids
Comic Relief: Thirty-nine graphic novels that kids can’t resist
Just further clarification … students do NOT need to purchase any books. These are suggested books appropriate for 5th grade. Additionally, MyOn.com is free for Dearborn students. (Each child has their own account and access to the books online there.)
Unit 3 District Assessment Tomorrow
Please remind your student to review/study the information on triangles and quadrilaterals for tomorrow’s exam!
Quadrilateral Practice: Links
Upcoming Conferences, Math Quiz and Science Quiz
Several parents still need to schedule conferences. If you are one of them, your child brought home a note. Please read, respond, and return it tomorrow. Thank you!
We are having a math quiz tomorrow on angles, triangles, and quadrangles/quadrilaterals. There is a science quiz on section 1, pages F2 – F15. Students wrote down focus areas in their planners.
Math Review Needed Please
Parents and Guardians, Some of the most recent homework in math has been for students to read and take notes on angles, quadrangles, and quadrilaterals. Students have been reminded daily to review the characteristics of these shapes. Many students still do not know them to the 5th grade expectations. Please work with them to learn these characteristics. We will be having a quiz on Friday. Additionally, we will be taking a “warm-up” quiz tomorrow (Thursday).
Angle Practice
Many of the students are still struggling with vocabulary and angle identification. Students need to practice, practice, practice! In addition to reading and studying from their Student Reference Book, here are some websites to assist:
Get Text Message Reminders!
A fellow teacher shared with me a great website that allows for me to send text messages to parents to remind them of quizzes, test, and projects.
You will need to sign up: Ms. Albertson’s 5th grade
(Standard data rates may apply. Neither I nor Dearborn Public Schools are responsible for these charges.)
Young Authors’ Festival Writing Contest
Writing Contest for Grades 3 -5
Entries due Friday, Oct. 16!
Details and Information can be found at this link:
Young Authors’ Festival Writing Contest
(Dearborn Public Schools is not affiliated with this contest. You need to take care of the entry on your own if your student is interested.)
Welcome back and welcome to 5th grade!
Happy New School Year! We have our first week under our belts and we are on our way to a great school year! I am looking forward to an exciting and productive year working with you and your child in 5th grade at Howard Elementary. Throughout my years of teaching, I’ve become committed to the importance of parent involvement in a student’s education. I firmly believe that your child receives the best education when we work together as a team. Please contact me if you have any concerns or any questions. I look forward to a productive year with your student and you! I may be contacted at any time during the school year by calling my voice mail and leaving a message or by emailing me. I will return your call or email as soon as possible.
Thank you!
voicemail: 313-827-7212
email: AlbertA@dearbornschools.org
Sean and Love and Niki
We had some special visitors to our classroom this afternoon!
Niki brought Sean and Love to meet all the students in room 3.
