Immigration Day Preparation

"Immigration: Two Sides of the Story!"

Here is the You Tube link to our Immigration Rap song!  The students should practice and be prepared for our performance next Friday!

Valentines Day Party!

I hope everyone had a great Valentines Day!  

Here are some pics from our class party.  

February Update!

February is in full swing...complete with lots of winter weather! Here is a classroom update:

Math -We continue to explore fractions and mixed numbers.  After vacation we will begin to make the connection between fractions and decimals.  

ELA - Students have been reading a variety of nonfiction texts and exploring their text features and text structure.  This week we are traveling back in time to learn about Greek Mythology!  Students will learn about the main Greek Gods and how their stories are still referred to today.  Wow...he has Herculean strength!  I wouldn't tell anyone...you're about to open Pandora's box!  We continue to practice our writing skills.  This trimester we are focusing on incorporating multiple paragraphs, figurative language, dialogue, and strong mechanics into our stories.

Book Report -All nonfiction book reports are due by next Wednesday.  The students should be prepared to turn in their typed report (at least three paragraphs) and their notes/sloppy copy.  They should also bring in their project.  Any powerpoint shows or videos may be emailed to me or shared via Google Drive.  *Please have your child practice reading his/her report out loud BEFORE they turn it in.  We will be presenting all next week!  Thank you for your support at home.  

Social Studies -The students took their Midwest test last week and are currently putting the finishing touches on their Midwest pyramid project (focusing on famous landmarks located in the Midwest).  Next stop....The Southwest!

Science - The animal adaptations test has been postponed until THURSDAY.  

In our classroom...

Spotlight on Learning!

LOOK what we're learning in Room 49

Math- Fractions!  This week the students started learning about fractions.  Some of the fraction concepts taught include: equivalency, number lines, comparisons, mixed numbers, improper fractions, and more!  If you have an opportunity, point out fractions to your child in everyday life...cooking, measuring, telling time, and even counting money all involve fractions!  

Reading- Last week we started our nonfiction unit.  Students are completing a nonfiction book report at home.  In class we are studying text features, text structure, and main idea.  Everest: On Top of the World is the first topic we are studying (it's fascinating!).  

Writing: Students will be writing informative text while we study Everest.  They are also learning how to write a narrative in response to literature.  This week stories are being written based on the short story "The Noise", which we read on Tuesday.

Social Studies: We have traveled to the Midwest.  There are 12 states in this region.  They include the states bordering the Great Lakes and the Great Plains area.  

Science: The class is learning about animal adaptations with Mrs. Demartini.  They are currently working on animal reports.  

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.  

Happy New Year!!!

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break with family and friends.  Thank you to the class for the generous Christmas gift.  I really appreciated it!  

Looking forward to a great 2017 with the kids in Room 49!