Thursday, February 1, 2018

Weekly Update - February 2

Welcome to February!  Take a look at what we've been up to in the classroom...

Rational Numbers
In our Rational Numbers unit, students worked to...

  • compare fractions with unlike denominators
  • construct mathematical arguments
  • add and subtract fractions with like denominators

Please remember to practice math facts nightly!

Geometry
This week students learned how to measure with unit angles and pattern blocks!  Their Week 4 Assignment is available in Google Classroom.  Week 4 will focus on measure angles with protractors!

Social Studies
In our Westward Expansion unit, students studied what life was like on the Oregon Trail.  Students also worked to complete their study guide over the following concepts:

  • location and discussing important cities to westward expansion in MO
  • the Missouri Compromise
  • dangers on the trails heading west
  • the effects westward expansion had on Native Americans
Our Westward Expansion assessment will be Tuesday, February 6!  Please help your child prepare and study!



Science
The Ninjas will continue their Weather and Water unit with Ms. Hof.

Reading
Students prepared arguments and staged the Second Continental Congress to debate the question, "Should the colonies declare independence from Great Britain?" as either loyalists or patriots. Students prepared arguments, rebuttals, and responses!






Writing
In our nonfiction writing unit, writers focused on planning a new book about the American Revolution.  Plans included chapter titles, genres, and research that needed to be completed.

Upcoming Dates

  • 2/7: Late Start; 11:05 start
  • 2/6: Westward Expansion Assessment
  • 2/9: Pretzel Sale
  • 2/9: Daddy Daughter Dance
  • 2/14: Valentine Parties; 2:40-3:40
  • 2/16: No School; Records Day
  • 2/19: No School
  • 2/23: Abilities Awareness Day

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