Newsletter for the Week of April 13-17, 2015
Reading:
We will use non-fiction books in our reading groups and continue reading about our animal while we research. We will focus on non-fiction features such as the glossary and sub-titles while we read. We will be reading from a variety of resources.
Writing:
Our animal research continues this week. We will organize our notefacts from our research and then begin our writing process. We will set up our writing into paragraph form to write about each category. We will write using complete sentences and revise as we go. This project will continue for the next couple of weeks. We will work through several steps including organizing facts, creating a final product, and presenting information.
Math
This week we are learning about triple digit addition! We will practice regrouping in the tens and hundreds place. In order to really hone our skills, we will play several games and solve word problems. iXL has several great activities to practice this skill at home. Check it out for your child's weekly math homework.
Spelling
We will continue to practice the spelling rule of the week each day. On Fridays we will assess how well they know the spelling pattern. If you would like additional "at home" practice there are some links on the blog under "learning links". A great site to visit is Go-Noodle. There is a game called Body Spell that would be neat to use!
The spelling list will come home and we will assess their knowledge of the spelling pattern on Friday.
Science:
This week students will observe, record, and compare how the physical characteristics of plants help them meet their basic needs such as stems carry water throughout the plant.
We will discuss and compare different plants and their characteristics. We'll have fun exploring plants and seeds throughout the week!
At-Home Enrichment (optional homework):
Research: research the "question of the week" and bring what you find out to school. It can be any type of presentation such as a poster, powerpoint, game, etc.
Question of the week: What is the biggest bug in the world? Tell all about it's physical characteristics and special adaptations.
Math Enrichment:
Want to work on your computer coding skills? Add the app Run Marco! from the Google App Store and learn how to write code!
Science Enrichment:
Build a bug on this website:
http://justkidsgames.com/play.php?BuildABug
Try these fun websites that have riddles, quizzes and crafts about insects!
Reminders
April 10- Family Fun Night
April 16- Coffee & Conversations; 7:45
April 18- Celebration of Families; 7:30-1:30
