Math:
Students are learning …
· Strategies for finding equivalent fractions
· How to use equivalent fractions to add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers
· How to solve real world problems with fractions
Social Studies:
Students are …
· Reading about the ancient Mayan civilization
· Taking notes on informational articles
· Learning about the achievements of the Maya: Agriculture, Mathematics System, Astronomy, and Cities
Writing:
Students are …
· Practicing using debate skills in order to create a solid, evidence-based argument
· Learning how to make an argument including a thesis or claim and supporting evidence from various resources
· Creating arguments on the topic: Should schools serve chocolate milk?
Reading:
Students are …
· Continuing to read nonfiction books and articles and collect main ideas and supporting details
· Reading about Martin Luther King Jr. and his “big words” and dreams using the book Martin’s Big Words and excerpts from his I Have a Dream speech
· Creating found poems using words and phrases from King’s I Have a Dream speech
Students are learning …
· Strategies for finding equivalent fractions
· How to use equivalent fractions to add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers
· How to solve real world problems with fractions
Social Studies:
Students are …
· Reading about the ancient Mayan civilization
· Taking notes on informational articles
· Learning about the achievements of the Maya: Agriculture, Mathematics System, Astronomy, and Cities
Writing:
Students are …
· Practicing using debate skills in order to create a solid, evidence-based argument
· Learning how to make an argument including a thesis or claim and supporting evidence from various resources
· Creating arguments on the topic: Should schools serve chocolate milk?
Reading:
Students are …
· Continuing to read nonfiction books and articles and collect main ideas and supporting details
· Reading about Martin Luther King Jr. and his “big words” and dreams using the book Martin’s Big Words and excerpts from his I Have a Dream speech
· Creating found poems using words and phrases from King’s I Have a Dream speech
Looking ahead …
· We will begin a second context unit in math titled Parks and Playgrounds beginning next Thursday
· In writing students will be forming research-based argument essays on the topic of chocolate milk being served in schools
· BSO trip has been moved to Wednesday, February 4th!
· Report Cards will be sent home Friday January 30th
As always if you have any questions please email me. Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
· We will begin a second context unit in math titled Parks and Playgrounds beginning next Thursday
· In writing students will be forming research-based argument essays on the topic of chocolate milk being served in schools
· BSO trip has been moved to Wednesday, February 4th!
· Report Cards will be sent home Friday January 30th
As always if you have any questions please email me. Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,