April 27, 2012

 

Greetings from Room 116!

Well, spring has definitely sprung; and we have a very busy schedule from here on out.  Below is a quick recap of our work this past week:

ELA: We started our literature study of the fantasy genre and began publishing our biography reports and opinion pieces. We also learned the double consonant-y spelling pattern and practiced new cursive letters.

Math: We learned how to create and interpret a variety of graphs, including line plots, pictographs, and bar graphs.

Science: We began our exploration of simple machines.

SS: We discussed how the colonists used simple machines in their homes and at work.

Other: We started a new brochure project in Computers and practiced various math skills during Study Island. We also attended a thoughtful presentation called Living with Differences.

Next Thursday, May 3, we will visit the Josiah Dennis Manse Museum, a historic colonial home (circa 1736).

Best wishes for a relaxing weekend!

Sincerely,

Ms. Feeney

 

April 13, 2012

 

Greetings from Room 116!

We have been very busy this week with the following items:

 ELA: We concluded our biography book groups and are now finishing up related projects. We also learned the short vowel/double consonant spelling pattern and practiced new cursive letters. During Writer’s Workshop, we drafted persuasive opinion papers to be published after the break.

Math: We explored the area and perimeter of compound shapes.

Science: We culminated our water cycle unit by recording our observations and conducting one final experiment.

SS: We finished construction of our replica colonial village and continued our colonial trade research.

Other: We worked on proper letter formats in Computers and focused on specific math skills during Study Island.

Please note our new Special Schedule, which begins Monday, April 23.

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Junior Great Books	Music	Gym	Gym	Art

 

Best wishes for a wonderful April vacation!

Sincerely,

Ms. Feeney