WEEK OF 9-16-2019
Language Arts: We are working on Read to Self Work on Writing, and Read to someone. I have introduced a number of strategies for students to use during their reading. This weeks focus is main idea and supporting details. I ask that parents take the time to read with you child each night. After the child has read for 30 minutes ask them questions about what they have read.
Spelling Words Week 1:
oxygen, strap, bent, umbrella, shipment, prime, staple, because, hope, rumor,
north, south, east, west, location
Math: We are working beginning Unit 1 in math. Unit 1 focuses on PLACE VALUE. We will be learning about place value, and fluently adding and subtracting multi digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm . In addition I ask that parents go over their child’s basic computation skills. Math flash cards can be purchased from the Dollar Store. Each card marking period students will be tested on all 4 computations skills.
Science: This card marking period we will be learning about the scientific method and life science. Students will participate in hands on experiments to better their understanding. I will send home readings that go along with what we are reading in class. Please go over the reading.
Social Studies: Students will demonstrate understanding of how Geographers think. Students will also be able to locate Michigan and the United States on a map. This week we will be focusing on the five regions of the United States.
Snacks: Please send in a healthy snack with your child. I ask that you only send in a fresh fruit or vegetable. I will give them snack time.
Birthday Parties: No cupcakes are allowed. Please send in a healthy snack.
Weather: Please dress your child according to the weather. They will be going outside for recess everyday.
Upcoming Events: 9-20-10 Half Day
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Special Classes
Wednesday & Friday – Gym
Thursday & Friday- Art
Thursday-Music and Science Enrichment
Spelling Words:
today, ache, estimate, phrase, trade, parade, became, arcade, deucation, glacier, organism, light, energy, air, water
Homework
Monday: Read 30 minutes, spelling 5 times each
Tuesday: Read 30 minutes, spelling ABC, finish 1st paragraph of opinion writing
Wednesday: Read 30 minutes, spelling sentences, finish 2nd and 3rd paragraph of opinion essay
Thursday: Read 30 minutes, study for test,
Don’t forget to bring in your canned goods.
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