Happy Sunday Families!
It's great to be back! With Spring Break past us, it could only mean one thing...the countdown to summer has officially begun! We are looking forward to all the fun and learning that's ahead of us within the last couple months of school!
Literacy
This week, we read and learned about the Navajo code talkers. During World War II, the code talkers played a crucial role in helping the U.S. Marines send coded messages using the complex and unwritten Navajo language. Using texts from RAZ Kids, Newsela, and Epic, we are practicing our skill of compiling information from multiple sources together in order to demonstrate a deep understanding about a specific topic. Throughout the readings, we are also working on explaining relationships and interactions, such as cause/effect and problem/solution, while using text evidence as support.
Writing
Students have begun working on a research project and oral presentation. Piggybacking off the previous reading we did on real life superheroes such as Richard Martin and Raoul Wallenberg, each student will be asked to choose someone they feel embodies the qualities of a real life superhero. They will conduct research about this outstanding individual and give an oral presentation to the class explaining why they are a real-life superhero. This project incorporates many reading and writing targets for students.
Math
We are continuing to practice skills in the area of geometry in Unit 6. We've explored the hierarchy of polygons, with an emphasis on triangles and quadrilaterals. Using academic language related to angles and sides, students have classified and described shapes based on their attributes. Next week, we will review and extend our thinking on the concept of volume, which was covered in Unit 1.
Science / Social Studies
We wrapped our last science unit about mixtures and solutions. Our students loved testing different solutions of baking soda, borax, vinegar and milk to see if any had a chemical reaction. Next week, we start our final Social Studies unit on Rights & Responsibilities. Students will work to understand how they can be civically engaged with their democracy…even though they can’t vote yet!
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 15th - Literacy Placement Test (Writing)
Thursday, April 17th - Half Day- Dismissal @ 11:45
Friday, April 18th - No School (Good Friday)
Thursday, April 24th - Math Placement Test
Friendly Reminders
Please remind your student to charge his/her iPad and Logitech Crayon every night
Please remember to send your student with a healthy snack - nothing feeds the brain like a healthy snack!
Please continue to have your student practice their multiplication facts up to 12
Band and orchestra students should remember to be prepared with their instruments and music books on the days of lessons
