Looks like we are finally going to have a five day week. I'm am so glad because we have lots to do, (we are a bit behind due to the ice day).
Science: We'll continue to explore natural resources and soil. We'll sort trash by the resource made to produce it, determine why it is important to recycle, and research how to conserve natural resources. Also, we'll investigate how rocks break down through the process of weathering. Reading: Everyone has been enjoying reading about the lives of others during our biography unit. Many of the kiddos have been choosing to read biographies on their own-YAY! We'll spend a few more days this week reading biographies and then we will begin our next unit on traditional literature, (which includes fables, myths, legends, and folk tales). Writing: Our One Little Word pieces are finished! They are great! I am really impressed with how the kiddos thought hard about their word choice, made goals, and explained why they chose their word. These will be hung in the hall and in the classroom, (can't fit all of them in the hall). This week we will be writing about conservation in correlation with our research in science. Also, we'll write in our notebooks on a topic of choice, (notebook writing), before beginning fiction writing next week. Math: This week our focus will be on finding area of rectangles and composite figures. We'll find the area of our desks with sticky notes. Also, we'll figure out how to divide a composite figure into two or more rectangles using figures outlined in tape on the tile floor. Later in the week, we'll dive into 3D shapes. Upcoming Events This Friday is Science Day! Students will be involved in various science investigations and activities all day. We will be making parachutes, exploring magnetism, and more! Tuesday, January 24: Spirit Night @ Dairy Queen (620 location) Thursday, January 26: Science Day and Science Night
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November 2019
Mrs. Swyers3rd Grade Teacher |