Welcome back! \u00a0I hope everyone had a wonderful midwinter break full of rest, relaxation, and fun. \u00a0In Language Arts today, the students began peer editing their compare and contrast essays. \u00a0We focused on voice and fluency in class today by making sure students were confident in the wording of their papers. \u00a0We also looked carefully at the transitions from one paragraph to another. I have added the Peer Editing Rubric to this blog post. \u00a0This will be worth points when you turn in your final draft.<\/p>\n
In addition to peer editing, the students reviewed their vocabulary assignment in their books. \u00a0This was assigned before break and will be due on Friday.<\/p>\n
Today was also our library day. \u00a0The students spent time reviewing what it means to select a good fit book and then going to the library to make their choices. Progress Reports went home today.<\/p>\n
If your child has a C- or lower in my class, one was sent home. \u00a0Please check Parent Connect if you have questions or you can email me. \u00a0At this point, all grades have been updated based upon what I have been given.<\/p>\n
Have a great evening!<\/p>\n
Homework:<\/p>\n
1. Read for 20 minutes<\/p>\n
2. Make changes to Rough Drafts for Voice and Fluency<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n