Writing: We'll begin an expository writing piece this week. We'll learn how to write an introduction, paragraphs with a main idea and supporting details, and a conclusion, (we probably won't get to the conclusion this week).
Spelling: It is hard to fit spelling into our busy day, but we are practicing specific spelling patterns a few times a week. Instead of a traditional spelling test, every two weeks we will have a spelling quiz or sort based on the spelling pattern. Students will get a new list every two weeks. We are currently working on words that end with y to gain an understanding of when to drop the y before adding an ending. These words were sent home in Thursday folders so the kiddos can practice them at home. Reading: Our focus as we read nonfiction/expository this week will be identifying the main idea and supporting details. We'll learn several strategies for determining the main idea of a paragraph, section, or entire article. Additionally, we'll learn about author's purpose and determining importance, (finding important information instead of just one main idea). Math: Last week we reviewed fraction concepts from second grade and began our unit on fractions. During this unit, students will use fraction notation to represent fractional amounts of length and area models. We'll focus on unit fractions and how they can be put together to make other fractions. For example, 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4 is the same as 3/4. We'll explore three different fraction models; area models, set models, and length models (including a number line model). You can find out more about each model from the video link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvAs8r2LPA4 Here is another video about fractions on a number line: Exploring the Number Line Model of Fractions Science: We are sure to have loads of fun investigating rapid changes to Earth's surface this week. We'll go outside and build a volcano to explore how Earth's surface and structures on earth change. Also, we'll investigate earthquakes. Here are the essential questions for this unit:
Upcoming Events November 5: Reflections Deadline (all entries should be turned in) November 9: Veterans Assembly November 15: Spirit Night at Blaze Pizza November 19-23: Thanksgiving Break
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November 2019
Mrs. Swyers3rd Grade Teacher |