Friday, January 31, 2014

Week of February 3, 2014

MATH
My math class is working on fractions in chapter 10.  There will be a CYP on the chapter on Thurs., 2/6.  Chapter test is scheduled for Tues., 2/11.  Students should diligently be working on their math facts at home.

READING
We will be discussing fact/opinion when we read Night of the Pufflings.  

SPELLING
List 15:  the vowel + /r/ sounds in hair
Monday:  Homework is cursive worksheet
Tuesday:  Homework is ABC order or Challenge Activity
Wednesday:  Homework is 10 sentences or Challenge Activity
Friday:  Final test

ENGLISH
Students are writing, revising and typing their autobiographies.  They are able to access them at home through google.  Please allow them to practice signing on over the weekend.

SCIENCE
We are continuing our study of Earth's place in the solar system.

SOCIAL STUDIES
We are continuing our study of the windy city.  Do you know why Chicago is called that?  Ask your child.

Stay warm!

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