It is hard to believe that September is drawing to a close and October will be here on Thursday. This school year is truly flying by. Below is the list of topics that we will be working on this week in our classroom.
Reading: We are continuing reading the Lightning Thief. We are halfway through the book and the kids really enjoy reading this novel. I am pleased with the way that they have taken up the interest and are hunting for more books that relate to the topic. Great Job!
We are also working on constructing a Tree Map to help illustrate literary topics from the story. The kids really like creating to learn.
Math: This week we are moving on to Median, Mode and Range. This deals with data and creating Line Plot and Stem and Leaf graphs. This is a simple topic that does not require much calculating on the student's part. We are building them up for success with relatively easy instruction.
Writing/Social Studies: Our class has combined writing and social studies to use our time better and be able to get both subjects accomplished. We are working on comparing the three regions of NC using a Tree Map. This will help them see between Physical, Cultural, and Climate differences in each region. The students will also be writing notes from parts of our lessons to turn into paragraphs in our writing.
Science: This week our kids are going to be "shocked" by the science lessons on Electricity. We are going to work on using batteries, wires and lightbulbs to create a current, as well as illustrate how electricity works in different areas. I will be doing simple demonstrations for them with Static Electricity, Currents, Circuits, etc.
- http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/revision/Science/electricity.htm (great site with interactive items on Electricity)
- http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/electricitycircuits.html
The words this week deal with the long "i" and short "i" sounds. Help them remember that not all the "i" sounds will come with the letter "i."
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