November 16, 2018

 

Greetings from Room 116!

We had an excellent week and were extremely efficient, as you can see:

ELA: We started new realistic fiction books in our guided reading groups. We are learning how to evaluate characters through their spoken words. In connection with this, we are concentrating on dialogue for grammar and writing. We also studied the ee and ea spelling principle.

Math: We started Module 3, which returns to multiplication and division, with a focus on units of 6-9 and multiples of 10.

Science/SS: We examined the life cycle of cranberries and made observations about our bean plants, which (like cranberries) seem to thrive in sandy soil. In addition, we continued to study the Wampanoags who understood the importance of both beans and cranberries and shared their knowledge with the Pilgrims.

Other: In Technology, we began creating our weather reports on thunderstorms, blizzards, droughts, tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods. During Calmer Choice, we discussed generosity and the power of kindness, which we reinforced with several award-winning read alouds by Jacqueline Woodson.

Please remember that the EHBi Turkey Trot will take place the morning of Tuesday, November 20th. Also, there is no school from Wednesday, November 21st through Sunday, November 25th.

Best wishes for a blessed Thanksgiving. We are so grateful for your support!

Most Sincerely,

Ms. Feeney