2015 - 2016
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We finished our poems for our class anthology.
Homework: NHW LATE HW: Cursive Packet - Due (06/03/16) TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 9 Math Boxes were due on the day of the End of Year SWYK (06/02/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebook - Due (04/21/16) LATE HW: Economic Explorer's Notebook - Due (05/31/16) [OTHER] - We worked really hard today to finish late assignments. We also learned about Field Day expectations and we learned how to open a combination lock in preparation for next year! REMINDER: Field Day is Monday, June 6 HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: Finish Cursive Packet - Due Friday, June 3 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We took our End of the Year SWYK! Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 9 Math Boxes were due on the day of the End of Year SWYK (06/02/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We continued working in the TCI program. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We worked on finishing any late assignments and some of us had our notebooks checked. We also read some Time for Kids articles. Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebook - Due (04/21/16) LATE HW: Economic Explorer's Notebook - Due (05/31/16) [OTHER] - REMINDER: Field Day is Monday, June 6 HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed for our End of the Year SWYK! Homework: Puzzle Practice #4 - Due Thursday, June 2 SWYK ALERT: There will be an End of the Year SWYK on Thursday, June 2 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebook - Due (04/21/16) LATE HW: Economic Explorer's Notebook - Due (05/31/16) [OTHER] - We went to Kinawa to learn more about 5th grade! OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we wrote thank you letters.
Homework: NHW TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed for our End of the Year SWYK! Homework: End of Year Practice SWYK - Due Wednesday, June 1 (bring back completed for $50 hawk bucks) SWYK ALERT: There will be an End of the Year SWYK on Thursday, June 2 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We continued to talk about landforms like mountains and volcanoes. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We took our Economic Explorers SWYK - which was actually a KitKat Quiz! Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Monday
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No School - Memorial Day
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Friday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our spelling SWYK. Our class average was an 88%!
Homework: NHW TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed for our End of the Year SWYK Homework: Puzzle Practice #2 - Due Tuesday, May 31 SWYK ALERT: There will be an End of the Year SWYK on Thursday, June 2 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed for our Economic Explorers SWYK. Homework: Bigger and Better - Due Tuesday, May 31 SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK for Economic Explorers on Tuesday, May 31 LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: Thank You letter to the PTO for funding the Lugnuts field trip - Due Friday, May 27 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/27 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.2 SWYK on Friday, May 27 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We checked our homework and we reviewed our multiplication and division fast facts by using Xtramath and Kahoot! Then we took our 5 minute multiplication and division timed SWYKs. Homework: Puzzle Practice #1 - Due Friday, May 27 SWYK ALERT: There will be an End of the Year SWYK on Thursday, June 2 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned about volcanoes and earthquakes and there are patterns involved! Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned more about the difference between goods and services. Homework: Bigger and Better - Due Tuesday, May 31 SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK for Economic Explorers on Tuesday, May 31 LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We went to a Lugnuts game and it was AWESOME (and hot)! LATE HW: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/27 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.2 SWYK on Friday, May 27 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 11.2 - Due Thursday, May 26 Homework: 5 Minute Multiplication / Division practice - Due Thursday, May 26 SWYK ALERT: There will be a 5 Minute Multiplication / Division SWYK on Thursday, May 26 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed the circular flow model which helps explain the relationship between businesses and households in a market economy. Then we read an article about Market Economies and wrote one sentence summaries for each section. Homework: NHW SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK for Economic Explorers on Tuesday, May 31 LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We went to a Lugnuts game and it was AWESOME (and hot)! LATE HW: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/27 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.2 SWYK on Friday, May 27 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 11.2 - Due Thursday, May 26 Homework: 5 Minute Multiplication / Division practice - Due Thursday, May 26 SWYK ALERT: There will be a 5 Minute Multiplication / Division SWYK on Thursday, May 26 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned about volcanoes and looked at where they are located on our Earth. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned more about a Market Economy and how the circular flow model can help explain the relationship between businesses and households. Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - REMINDER: Lugnuts Baseball game is tomorrow! LATE HW: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read stories with Mrs. Levy and wrote more poetry with Mr. Levy!
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/27 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.2 SWYK on Friday, May 27 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 10.5 - Due Monday, May 23 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We finished the M-STEP Science today! LATE HW: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
FRIDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we learned about related words and we took our Reading Street 4.1 SWYK. Our class average was an 87%.
Homework: NHW TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about three different frieze patterns: rotation (turn), reflection (flip), and translation (slide). Homework: Study Link 10.5 - Due Monday, May 23 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about three different economy types: Command Economy, Traditional Economy, Market Economy. Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We had our Room 430 picnic today! LATE HW: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to write poetry and continued typing up our poems. We learned our vocabulary by writing down each word's definition and drawing a picture to go with it. We also read the main selection for this week "The Case of the Gasping Garbage" and focused on compare and contrast as our reading comprehension strategy.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 249/253 - Due Friday, May 20 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 20 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed how to multiply decimals. We reviewed as a class and practiced on our own using the Room 430 website. Homework: Puzzle Practice - Multiplying Decimals - Due Friday, May 20 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned about earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountains using the TCI program. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We went over the "I've Got a Problem" worksheet and discussed scarcity and how it forces us to make a choice. Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We watched the 1st grade Spring Sing performance. Bucket Reward: Room 430 is having a Picnic on Friday, May 20 Homework: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to write poetry and started typing up our poems.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 20 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We finished comparing maps of Asia that marked the % of the country's population that is between 0-14 years old and a map of Asia that marked the % of the country's population that lived in rular areas. We also learned how to multiply decimals! Homework: Study Link 9.8 - Due Thursday, May 19 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We reviewed the summary and we started a new unit about volcanoes, earthquakes, and mountains. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Bucket Reward: Room 430 is having a Picnic on Friday, May 20 Homework: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to write poetry and we took a field trip around the school to use the art in the hallways as inspiration for our poems.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 20 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a "Bill Nye the Science Guy" video about the Earth's crust and the inner layers. We made a chart about the similarities and differences about the two videos that we watched. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we reviewed that scarcity means not enough of something. We also learned that as people we have unlimited wants or that our wants and needs are never ending. Homework: "I've Got a Problem" - scarcity worksheet - Due Wednesday, May 18 LATE HW: ENCAMPMENT - Due (05/17/16) LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Today we took the Grade 4 Math Day 2 M-STEP. It had 5 questions and we tried our best and worked really hard today! Reminder: Tomorrow is Early Release - School gets out at 1:50 Bucket Reward: Room 430 is having a Picnic on Friday, May 20 Homework: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 20 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 9.7 - Due Monday, May 16 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: ENCAMPMENT - Due Tuesday, May 17 LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Today we took the Grade 4 Math Day 1 M-STEP. It had a lot of questions and some of them were very challenging, but we tried our best and worked really hard today! Bucket Reward: Room 430 is having a Picnic on Friday, May 20 Homework: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 REMINDER: The Math M-STEP Day 2 tomorrow on Tuesday. M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. HELP WANTED: Interested in helping with Field Day on Monday, June 6? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our spelling SWYK. We also continued to write more poetry.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 20 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we continued to work with percents. We used percents to color a map. We also took the last M-CAP assessment, which assess our ability to solve word problems and multi-step problems. Homework: Study Link 9.7 - Due Monday, May 16 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We worked on our ENCAMPMENT packet and finished our dreamcatchers. Homework: ENCAMPMENT - Due Tuesday, May 17 LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Homework: Healthy for Life - Together Talk - Due Friday, May 20 REMINDER: The Math M-STEP on Monday and Tuesday. M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read "Love That Dog" a book of poems by Sharon Creech. It was funny, sad, and an interesting lesson on the power of poetry.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/13 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 13 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we checked over our 5 minute math facts and we also took the M-COMP. We used the information from the surveys we did a week ago to find the percentage of people who answered YES. Homework: STudy Link 9.6 - Due Friday, May 13 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went over our answers for Unit 3 Section 5. We talk about how fossils are formed and where they are found. Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - DONATIONS: Please bring in 8 oz water bottles for Encampment on Thursday, May 12 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
Tuesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we wrote back to our K-Buddies. We also learned about contractions and practiced our spelling words for the week.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/13 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 13 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our homework and reviewed how to find the percent of a whole. Homework: 5 Minute Multiplication and Division Fast Facts - Due Wednesday, May 11 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a video about volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned that not everyone can get what they want because wants are often scarce. We started our new unit "Economic Explorers." We did a marker talk to introduce some big ideas that we will be learning more about this unit. LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Those of us who were not done finished our M-STEP ELA. DONATIONS: Please bring in 8 oz water bottles for Encampment on Thursday, May 12 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
MONDAY
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LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 4.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 5/13 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 13 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 9.5 - Due Tuesday, May 10 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - Today we took the Grade 4 ELA M-STEP. It had a lot of questions and some of them were very challenging, but we tried our best and worked really hard today! Those of us that didn't finish will continue working on it tomorrow. DONATIONS: Please bring in 8 oz water bottles for Encampment on Thursday, May 12 LATE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
Friday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took the Unit 3 Week 5 Reading Street SWYK.
Homework: SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 4.1 SWYK on Friday, May 13 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we looked at how to find the percent given the part and the whole. We used our calculator to work with big numbers. We found that to find the percent of a part, you have to take the part as the numerator and divide it by the whole as the denominator. Then you take that decimal and multiply it by 100. This gives you the percent! Homework: Study Link 9.5 - Due Monday, May 9 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We watched the Chippewa Jazz Band perform! We also had "Healthy for Life" class day 1 today. Please take home your booklets and discuss them with your trusted adult family members. DONATIONS: Please bring in 8 oz water bottles for Encampment on Thursday, May 12 LATE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
Thursday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed our vocabulary words and we read our main selection - "Paul Bunyan" by Mary Pope Osborne. We talked about the characteristics of a tall tale and how they exaggerate or stretch the truth. We also took our MAZE assessment. In the afternoon we continued to write poetrty and focused on writing object poems or poems about things.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.5 SWYK on Friday, May 6 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we used the calculator to find out how to turn a fraction into a percent. Homework: Study Link 9.4 - Due Friday, May 5 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We introduced the instructions for the M-STEP and had time to explore the practice site. REMINDER: Lighthouses need to go home TODAY! DUE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
Wednesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we looked at how things in nature change and we discussed our reading comprehension strategy of generalizing - or making broad statements based on facts. We also introduced our vocabulary words and got to see Mr. C. go bungee jumping to learn more about the word "harness." Click HERE to see the epic video and to review your vocab words.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.5 SWYK on Friday, May 6 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we talked about how to use a calculator to convert uncommon fractions into decimals. Remember it is the numerator divided by the denominator. We also played a fun game on the computer where we had to save the future from evil robots by suing our knowledge of fractions and decimals! Homework: Study Link 9.3 - Due Thursday, May 5 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we worked on TCI and learned about fossils. Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - LATE HW: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due (05/04/16) LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - We watched a movie with our K-Buddies! REMINDER: Lighthouses need to go home by Thursday, May 12 DUE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. |
Tuesday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued writing poetry. We focused on how to use specific details to create something that has never been said before!
Optional HW: For $10 hawk bucks, write another poem about someone. SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.5 SWYK on Friday, May 6 TITLE TALK: Character Cutout - Due Monday, June 6 - For more information, click HERE EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we talked about how to convert fractions to decimals and percents, fractions to percents and decimals, and decimals to fractions and percents. Homework: Study Link 9.2 - Due Wednesday, May 4 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we worked on TCI and learned about fossils. Homework: 'NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we went to the Capitol and delivered our letters to our representatives! We had a awesome time and want to thank all of the chaperones that were willing and able to attend Also, thanks to our tour guide, Stephanie! She was very knowledgeable and descriptive! Homework: Capitol Field Trip Packet - Due Wednesday, May 4 LATE HW: Community Explorer's Notebooks - Due (04/21/16) [OTHER] - REMINDER: Lighthouses need to go home by Thursday, May 12 DUE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE. Take a look at when Mr. C. went to the Capitol as a 4th Grader!
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Monday
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LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud in "A Wrinkle in Time."
Optional HW: For $10 hawk bucks, write another poem about someone. SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.5 SWYK on Friday, May 6 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we got our Unit 8 SWYKs back. Our class average was a 92%! Way to go Room 430. We also learned more about percents and how to represent them as fractions and decimals. Homework: Study Link 9.1 - Due Tuesday, May 3 Homework: Study Link 8.6 - Due Tuesday, May 3 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 8 SWYK (04/28/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: TCI Journal - Due Tuesday, May 4 * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued to work on our letters to our representatives. Homework: Final copy for " Writing A Letter to My State Representative" - Due, Tuesday, May 3 [OTHER] - DUE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: We will be visiting the Capitol on Tuesday, May 3 from 9:40 - 11:40. FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday, May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click HERE. OPTIONAL: May Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed plural possessives and we took our SWYK. We also continued to write poetry and learned that in order to write better poetry we have to read more poetry. We focused on using specific and personal details.
Optional HW: For $10 hawk bucks, write another poem about someone SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.5 SWYK on Friday, May 6 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). (Last day Mon.) Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed how we did on our Community Explorers SWYK - our class average was an 84% very close to our class goal of 85%. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - DUE: Encampment volunteer form and permission slip waver - Due, Wednesday May 4 FIELD TRIP: We will be visiting the Capitol on Tuesday, May 3 from 9:40 - 11:40. FIELD TRIP: Encampment is on Thursday May 12 M-STEP: To see the M-STEP calendar and for more information about this assessment, click here. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening is tonight! - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.5 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 4/29 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.5 SWYK on Friday, April 29 Homework: No Homework EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We took our Unit 8 SWYK! Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). (Last day Mon.) Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We talked about yesterday's experiment. We agreed on what happened when we blew through the straw and how that would be similar or different to real life. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We watched a video clip from "The West Wing" about the idea that kids should be able to vote. Then we watched examples of how real kids have written and changed laws to help make a positive impact in their community. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - FIELD TRIP: We will be visiting the Capitol on Tuesday, May 3 from 9:40 - 11:40. FIELD TRIP: Encamp REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.5 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 4/29 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.5 SWYK on Friday, April 29 Homework: No Homework EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We finished going over homework from last week. We also went over the Unit 8 Study Guide #1. We spent lots of time presenting our Puzzling Posters to review for the Unit 8 SWYK tomorrow! Homework: Unit 8 Study Guide #2 - Due Thursday, April 28 Homework: Unit 8 Self-Assessment - Due Thursday, April 28 Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 8 SWYK on Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a video about the experiment we did. We had to blow through a straw into a covered bowl with sand and flour. This simulated wind and how it erodes the earth. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - FIELD TRIP: We will be visiting the Capitol on Tuesday, May 3 from 9:40 - 11:40. REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued writing our poems and worked on including more details.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.5 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 4/29 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.5 SWYK on Friday, April 29 Homework: No Homework EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We continued to go over some homework from last week. We also continued working on the Puzzling Poster Project where we are creating a 5 minute lesson on a specific concept from this unit. LATE HW: Unit 8 Practice SWYK - Due Tuesday, April 26 Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 8 SWYK on Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We reviewed a chart of what the differences between errosion, weathering, and deposition are. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We talked about our upcoming field trip to the Capitol and reviewed the three branches of government. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - FIELD TRIP: We will be visiting the Capitol on Tuesday, May 3 from 9:40 - 11:40. REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We started a two week unit in poetry by writing a person poem.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.5 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 4/29 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.5 SWYK on Friday, April 29 Homework: No Homework EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed area and perimeter. We also went over some homework from last week. To review for our upcoming SWYK we started working on the Puzzling Poster Project where we are creating a 5 minute lesson on a specific concept from this unit. Homework: Unit 8 Practice SWYK - Due Tuesday, April 26 Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 8 SWYK on Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We finished reading our main selection (Eye of the Storm by Stephen Kramer) for the week and recorded 3 cause and effect relationships. We also learned about the Latin roots scrib, script, and struct. We took our 3.4 SWYK in Reading Street.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.5 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 4/29 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.5 SWYK on Friday, April 29 Homework: No Homework EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we investigated a real world problem where we helped Mr. C. figure out how many tiles he needs to cover his bathroom floor. We also went outside and determined how many 1 inch by 1 inch squares there are on the new outdoor classroom space. Homework: Study Link 8.8 - Due Monday, April 25 Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 8 SWYK on Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We took our K-Buddies on a tour of the lighthouses. REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read our main selection for the week and recorded an interesting fact for each page.
Homework: No Homework SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 22 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Puzzle Practice - Perimeter and Area - #2 - Due Friday, April 22 Math Boxes: Unit 8 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the SWYK - Thursday, April 28 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 8 SWYK on Thursday, April 28 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We took our Community Explorers SWYK! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We practiced for our 4th Grade Performance! IMPORTANT: 4th Grade Performance - Thursday, April 21st 1:50 PM and 7:00 PM REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: No Homework SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 22 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Puzzle Practice - Perimeter and Area - #1 - Due Thursday, April 21 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 8 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Show What YOU Know for Community Explorers on Thursday, April 21 [OTHER] - We practiced for our 4th Grade Performance! IMPORTANT: 4th Grade Performance - Thursday, April 21st 1:50 PM and 7:00 PM REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We practiced our vocabulary words.
Homework: No Homework SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 22 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned how to find the area of a triangle. Area of a Triangle = (base x height) / 2 Homework: Study Link 8.7 - Due Wednesday, April 20 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a video about sinkholes and Emma showed her book that had a picture of a sinkhole. We also did section one and two on TCI. We learned about weathering (the action of breaking down rock), deposition (when eroded material finally settles in a new place), and erosion (the loosening of rock and dirt as it is moved to a new place). Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We finished our Notebook Assessments and read some different articles from a Time for Kids magazine. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Show What YOU Know for Community Explorers on Thursday, April 21 [OTHER] - ALL lighthouse projects were turned in! 100% turn-in! Congrats room 430! IMPORTANT: 4th Grade Performance - Thursday, April 21st 1:50 PM and 7:00 PM REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games, etc. REMINDER: Hiawatha Happening - Friday, April 29 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned our vocabulary words for this week.
Homework: No Homework SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 22 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned how to find the area of a parallelogram. Area of a Parallelogram = base x height. Homework: Study Link 8.6 - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We filled out our Notebook Assessments and read some different articles from a Time for Kids magazine. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Show What YOU Know for Community Explorers on Thursday, April 21 [OTHER] - Ms. Vogl was our guest teacher today. IMPORTANT: 4th Grade Performance - Thursday, April 21st 1:50 PM and 7:00 PM REMINDER: Bring in donations for the Hiawatha Happening. Our theme is Family Fun Night: Board games, DVDs, popcorn, fun snacks, gift certificates to movies, deck of cards, books on card games REMINDER: Bring in change (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, bills) to make a change for homeless families! PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took our Spelling 4.3 SWYK.
Homework: No Homework SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 22 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned how to find the area of a rectangle. Area of a Rectangle = length x width. Homework: Study Link 8.5 - Due Monday, April 18 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We filled out our Notebook Assessments and read some different articles from a Time for Kids magazine. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Show What YOU Know for Community Explorers on Thursday, April 21 [OTHER] - Ms. Hitsman was our guest teacher in the PM today. REMINDER: Bring in change (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, bills) to make a change for homeless families! PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued to Read Aloud in a Wrinkle in Time and we practiced visualizing.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 15 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned how to calculate the area of an irregular figures. To practice we estimated the area of our skin by first measuring the area of our hand and then multiplying that by 3! Homework: Study Link 8.4 - Due Friday, April 15 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We worked on Unit 3 material and learned about erosion. We learned that water, ice, and wind can cause erosion. We also did the reading challenge. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We calculated the votes using the electoral college map and the winner of the United States of Soda election was Pepsi! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Bring in change (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, bills) to make a change for homeless families! PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 15 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We had time to work on our math boxes. We also learned about perimeter. Perimeter is the measurement of the outside or the distance around a shape. We also learned about area. Area is the space a 2D shape takes up on the inside. Remember this formula: Area of rectangle = length x width Homework: Study Link 8.3 - Due Thursday, April 14 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy and we took notes on a worksheet. We also learned that there are different types of erosion. For example when water freezes and it gets into the cracks of rocks it expands and it splits the rock open. Also when water waves continuously hit rocks this is also an example of erosion. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned about the electoral college. We did a simulation where we voted between Coke and Pepsi to decide who would become the President of the United Soda States. We talked about two BIG ideas - 1: voting is important because it is how we represent our ideas in government and 2: you should vote for who you think has the best ideas and not who other people tell you to vote for. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Bring in change (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, bills) to make a change for homeless families! PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time."
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 15 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We got back our Unit 7 SWYKs. Our class average was 92%. Nice job Room 430! Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We read a book about erosion and watched some informational videos. We also looked at some vocabulary. We learned that erosion can make big sinkholes in the ground. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We looked at the three branches of government and how their different powers act as a way to check and balance each other's power. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Bring in change (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, bills) to make a change for homeless families! PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we wrote to our K-Buddies and we visited the Hiawatha library. We also continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time."
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.4 SWYK on Friday, April 15 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We got back our 5 minute multiplication SWYK (class average: 95%) and our 5 minute division SWYK (class average 90%). we reviewed spinner probability. We learned how to multiply fractions by whole numbers and briefly looked at how to multiply fractions by other fractions. Homework: Lesson 12a - Due Tuesday, April 12 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we had a Read In!
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned more about percents and probability. Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 LATE: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 OPTIONAL: April Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we visited our K-buddies and we read to them. They read a few books to us too! WE had graham crackers as a snack.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We took our 5 minute division SWYK. We also took our Unit 7 SWYK. Homework: Puzzle Practice #1 - Due Thursday, March 31 Homework: Minecraft Math - Due Thursday, March 31 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 7 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 7 SWYK (03/30/16). LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we went on TCI and we learned more about erosion. Erosion is when nature breaks down or wethers away due to water, wind, rocks, or heat. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned more about the three levels of government and started investigating the three branches of government. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - PROJECT: Lighthouse Project - Due Tuesday, April 19 REMINDER: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took our Reading Street 3.3 SWYK. We also reviewed related words.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over our Unit 7 study guides. We also took our 5 min multiplication fact practice. Homework: Minecraft Math - Due Thursday, March 31 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Wednesday, March 30 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Wednesday, March 30 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went on TCI and learned about the Earth's surface. We also read a book about the Grand Canyon. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We took a 4th Grade group picture. REMINDER: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We reviewed generalizing and drawing conclusions. We also practiced reading fluency. We also went to the Hiawatha library.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We practiced multiplication fact fluency. Homework: Unit 7 Practice SWYK #2 - Due Tuesday, March 29 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Wednesday, March 30 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Wednesday, March 30 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We learned about the 5th grade music options. Green 5th Grade Music Forms are due by Thursday, March 31. We also listened to SOMEKO singers! (Way to go Grace's bro!) REMINDER: GREEN 5th grade Music Option From - Due Thursday, March 31 REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read about Idlewild and practiced active reading. Then we listened to Ira Childress talk about his experiences of growing up in Idlewild. Also, Laurie Keller came to give us an author talk. She talked about the writing process and we got to draw cartoons.
Homework: Actively read the article about Idlewild. SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over our homework and reviewed how to add and subtract fractions. Homework: Unit 7 Practice SWYK - Due Monday, March 28 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Tuesday, March 29 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We worked on adding and subtracting fractions. We reviewed different methods and learned the butterfly method. We reviewed rounding. We also started a cube drop experiment. We are going to drop a cube 50 times to see how many times it will land on a color. Homework: 7.12 Study Link - Due Friday, March 25 Homework: Adding and Subtracting Fractions - Due Friday, March, 25 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Tuesday, March 29 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned more about changes in the Earth's crust by identifying mystery pictures of the earth and its changes. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We went on our chromebooks and investigated a city. We looked at how different parts of a community are run by the local, state, and federal government. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We worked on the comprehensions strategy of visualising - being able to combine your background knowledge with the details of the text to create a mental picture (what you see, what you hear, what you smell, etc.) We also learned about generalizing - a broad statement about many examples. Key words to look for are always, usually, most, many, never, etc.
Homework: Generalizing - Page 148 - Due Thursday, March 24 LATE Homework: FINAL copy of Peppermint Plate Poem - Due Wednesday, March 23 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We talked about probability - the likelihood that an event will occur. We specifically looked at spinners. There are two types: fair (you have an equal chance of landing on any spot), and unfair (an unequal chance of landing on certain parts of the spinner) Homework: 7.11 Study Link - Due Thursday, March 24 (Get a Slurpee to celebrate!) Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Tuesday, March 29 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: FINAL copy of Peppermint Plate Poem - Due Wednesday, March 23 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We practiced rounding numbers. For example, 5,843 rounded to the nearest hundred would be 5,800. We also learned about how to find the whole given a part. For example, if a green triangle is 1/2 of the whole, what shape is the whole? It is a blue rhombus. Homework: 7.10 Study Link - Due Wednesday, March 23 Homework: Division Practice 5 Minute Math Worksheet - Due Wednesday, March 23 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due Tuesday, March 29 SWYK Alert: There will be a Unit 7 SWYK on Tuesday, March 29 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we started a new unit about geology. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we did a simulation that explained why it is helpful to delegate or divide up responsibilities. In our government they delegate responsibilities among three levels: local, state, federal. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Tomorrow, Wednesday March 23 is an early release. School gets out at 1:50 PM. REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned our vocabulary words for the week. We also went to library and had a special guest from Channel 6 news read two stories to us.
Homework: FINAL copy of Peppermint Plate Poem - Due Tuesday, March 22 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about comparing fractions and using greater than (>), less than (<), and equal to (=) to label these comparisons. Homework: 7.9 Study Link - Due Tuesday, March 22 Homework: Rounding Worksheet - Due Tuesday, March 22 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due day of SWYK (TBD) LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we finished investigating the meaning of the preamble by watching videos to determine what our individual lines mean. We then looked at what each line of the preamble says vs. what it means. We put it into our own words and came up with examples. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
FRIDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took our Spelling 3.3 SWYK. We also finished up our Peppermint Plate Poems.
Homework: FINAL copy of Peppermint Plate Poem - Due Tuesday, March 19 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We looked at how simple decimals can be renamed as fractions. For example 0.1 is 1/10 or 0.02 is 2/100. Continue to practice these fraction concepts. Homework: 7.8 Study Link - Due Monday, March 21 Homework: 5 Minute Math - Due Monday, March 21 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due day of SWYK (TBD) LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We took a reading SWYK that was about energy and collisions. Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we finished investigating the meaning of the preamble by watching videos to determine what our individual lines mean. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - TONIGHT: Science Fair - 6:30 REMINDER: Discover A World of Possible with March Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, March 18 REMINDER: Hiawatha Science Fair - Friday, March 18 at 6:30 REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time" and also worked on finishing our peppermint plate poems.
Homework: Rough draft of Peppermint Plate Poem - Due Friday, March 18 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned more about equivalent fractions. For example 1/2 is equal to 2/4. Homework: 7.7 Study Link - Due Friday, March 18 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due day of SWYK (TBD) LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We investigated the individual lines of the preamble. We looked up unfamiliar words and we used a picture book to help us understand what the different lines mean. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER: Discover A World of Possible with March Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, March 18 REMINDER: Hiawatha Science Fair - Friday, March 18 at 6:30 REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued to read aloud from a "Wrinkle in Time" and continued writing our peppermint poems.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We looked at how we can name fractions in different ways. We also added like fractions and worked with improper fractions (8/3) and mixed number fractions (2 2/3). Homework: 7.6 Study Link - Due Thursday, March 17 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due day of SWYK (TBD) LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We took notes and reviewed for our SWYK on energy. Homework: Take your Think Energy Kit Home and use them to save our planet! * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We talked about the questions political scientists ask. Homework: Liberty Kids Story Board - sequence the main events of the video - Due Wednesday, March 16 Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - We filled out our a March Madness brackets - Due Thursday, March 17 REMINDER: Discover A World of Possible with March Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, March 18 REMINDER: Hiawatha Science Fair - Friday, March 18 at 6:30 REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued reading aloud in "A Wrinkle in Time" and reviewed our spelling words.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about how to add "like fractions" (fractions that have the same denominator) and looked at fractions with different denominators and how they can add up to 1 whole. For example 1/2 + 3/6 = 1 Homework: 7.5 Study Link - Due Wednesday, March 16 Homework: Unit 7 Math Boxes - Due day of SWYK (TBD) LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went over our Pre/Post Surveys from Consumers Energy. Homework: Take your Think Energy Kit Home and use them to save our planet! * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed the events that led up to the creation of the US Constitution. We also had an important conversation about the importance of diversity when discussing and making decisions! When you have diversity (different backgrounds, ideas, people) you end up with more ideas, perspectives, and different points of view. You also ensure that all voices are heard and that decisions are fair and just. Also, it helps to build empathy (knowing what someone else is feeling! Homework: Liberty Kids Story Board - sequence the main events of the video - Due Wednesday, March 16 Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER: Discover A World of Possible with March Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, March 18 REMINDER: Hiawatha Science Fair - Friday, March 18 at 6:30 REMINDER: Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER: Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We reviewed our vocabulary words and learned more about Greek roots (bio = life, phon = sounds, graph = write). We took our Unit 3 Week 2 SWYK and our class average was a 90%!
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 3/18 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.3 SWYK on Friday, March 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed our homework and we learned more about how to label fractions. We used pattern blocks to do this. We also used the Chrombooks to review these concepts. Homework: 7.4 Study Link - Due Tuesday, March 15 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: Take your Think Energy Kit Home Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar (Correction: There is school on 3/15) HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read our main selection "Adelina's Whales" by Richard Sobol. Throughout the text we identified facts and opinions. A fact is a statement that can be correct or incorrect. You can check it by doing research. An opinion is a belief or a judgement. It often contains a word of judgment, such as best, should, or beautiful. It may begin with the words in my opinion or I believe.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.2 SWYK on Friday, March 11 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We looked at probability or the likelihood that an event will happen. We used playing cards to determine the likelihood of different events. For example out of a deck of 52 cards the probability of picking a red card is 26/52 which is 50:50. The likelihood of picking a heart is 13/52 or somewhat likely. Homework: 7.3 Study Link - Due Monday, March 14 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today, two special guests from Think Energy (sponsored by Consumers Energy) came and talked about ways we can save energy! Homework: Take your Think Energy Kit Home Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - THANK YOU - Parent and Family / Teacher conferences were a great success! REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time." We learned that The Dark Thing is the evil in the world - but that people everywhere are fighting it by being kind and doing inspirational things! In class we got to choose a person from the "Be Inspired" wall and we started to research to find out why they are inspirational.
Homework: Vocabulary sheet - Page 172/191 - Due Friday, March 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.2 SWYK on Friday, March 11 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about how to find a fraction of a whole. For example 1/2 of 12 is 6 and 3/4 of 12 is 9. Homework: 7.2 Study Link - Due Friday, March 11 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we reviewed our notes on energy. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Conferences will be on Monday (3/7), Tuesday (3/8), and Thursday (3/10). REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.2 SWYK on Friday, March 11 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We started a new unit and we got new EDM Journals! We will be learning about fractions. Today we learned that all fractions are a part of a whole. When dividing the whole the parts must be equal. We also looked at where fractions go on a number line. We also got our Unit 6 SWYKS back. Our class average was an 84% - we will continue studying and reviewing division. Homework: 7.1 Study Link - Due Thursday, March 10 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we took notes on energy. We talked about what happens when energy transfers during a collision. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we reviewed that a community needs to have government to keep us safe BUT not too much government or else it isn't fair and equal. We talked about our US history and watched Liberty Kids. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Conferences will be on Monday (3/7), Tuesday (3/8), and Thursday (3/10). REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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NO SCHOOL
Parent/Family Teacher Conference |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We worked on our student-led conferences. We also went to the library.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.2 SWYK on Friday, March 11 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: 5 minute multiplication (front and back) - Due Wednesday, March 9 LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Conferences will be on Monday (3/7), Tuesday (3/8), and Thursday (3/10). REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We reviewed our spelling words by playing a fun fly swatter game. You had to listen to a sentence and determine the correct spelling of the homophone used in that sentence. Then we took our spelling 3.2 SWYK. We also reviewed graphic organizers and took our Unit 3 Week 1 Reading Street SWYK.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We visited the Kingdom of Clemelot and learned why too much government can be dangerous and harmful to the well-being of the people. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - We also worked on our Student-Led Conference presentation. Homework: Continue working on your Student-Led conference. REMINDER - Conferences will be on Monday (3/7), Tuesday (3/8), and Thursday (3/10). REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 30 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We got caught up in Reading Street. We looked at the question of the week which asked us to think about why it is valuable (or important) to recognize patterns in nature. We used this question to practice writing introductory statements for an Awesome Paragraph (a paragraph that is well written and complete). WE also read our story
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 03/04 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.2 SWYK on Friday, March 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.1 SWYK on Friday, March 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - The 3rd Grade Musical performance was this afternoon. We also worked on our Student-Led Conference presentation. Homework: Continue working on your Student-Led conference. REMINDER - Conferences will be on Monday (3/7), Tuesday (3/8), and Thursday (3/10). REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 2 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: March Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We worked on writing our rough drafts / brainstormed for our Student Led Conference presentations. We also went to Library! If you forgot to bring your books to renew or return, please bring them tomorrow.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.2 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 03/04 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.1 SWYK on Wednesday, March 2 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we had the opportunity to show what we knew during the Unit 6 SWYK!! Homework: NHW LATE Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes were due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK (02/29/16). Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 7 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - Miss. Heston was our guest teacher in the PM! REMINDER - Return the yellow Conference Confirmation slip ASAP. REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 2 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We finished going over our vocabulary words for the week.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 3.1 SWYK on Friday, February 26 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed for our Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice SWYK - Due Thursday, February 25 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over Unit 6 on Friday, February 26 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We continued to work on our TCI science and went over questions about how energy is transferred in different situations. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we did a simulation about what it would be like without any rules. This helped us understand why government is important. Governments are important because can they establish rules that protect the people. They also act as a way to enforce the rules and keep us safe, promote the common good, and protect individual rights. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - We helped our K-Buddies with their chormebooks and used them to find a fact about penguins. REMINDER - Return the yellow Conference Confirmation slip ASAP. REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 2 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We introduced some of our vocab words for the week. We played "Dictionary Race" where we had to race to find the word in the dictionary.
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we started to review for our Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Finish your Practice SWYK packet (#15-26) - Due Wednesday, February 24 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over Unit 6 on Friday, February 26 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went over Questions 1-3 in our TCI notebook. These had to do with how energy is transferred in different situations. For example, when two objects that are the same weight and going at the same speed collide, how does the energy transfer? Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we talked about how we can change the world. We talked about how we can do little things that can make a big difference in someone's life but that sometimes the problems can be too big (ex: Flint Water Crisis) and we need the government to help solve the problem. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Early Release - Wednesday, February 24 (School gets out at 1:50) REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 2 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We began working on our Student-Led conference Presentation. We began filling out a packet as a way to brainstorm some of our ideas. We also went to Library.
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over some of last week's homework and practiced our multi-digit multiplication and division. Homework: Study Link 6.10 - Due Tuesday, February 23 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over Unit 6 on Friday, February 26 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - REMINDER - Early Release - Wednesday, February 24 (School gets out at 1:50) REMINDER - Girls on the Run - E-Mail Mrs. Garvey at [email protected] REMINDER - Spring Picture Day - Wednesday, March 2 REMINDER - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took our 3.1 Spelling SWYK. We practiced for our SWYK by completing a few worksheets and playing a spelling game: Hot Seat!
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we filled our our Mid Year Reflections. Our class average was a 90%. We talked about longitude and latitude and talked about how it relates to coordinate grid. Homework: Multiplication/Division Practice Page - Due Monday, February 22 Optional HW: Battleship (Finish by Monday, 2/22 and earn $15 Hawk bucks) Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - Homework: Room 430 Job Application - Due Monday, February 22 REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We started to write a poem about peppermints.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.1 SWYK on Friday, February 19 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 2/19 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we talked about how to use a coordinate plane. Every point can be written as an ordered pair by written as (x,y). You have to go OVER then UP! Homework: Study Link 6.8 - Due Friday, February 19 Optional HW: Battleship (Finish by Monday, 2/22 and earn $15 Hawk bucks) Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we continued to investigate and learned that if you move the chairs closer the fish line gets slack and the straws fall off. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we got our SWYKs from Unit 2: Earth Explorers back. Our class average was an 80%. Some of us had our notebooks checked while the rest of us read from Time for Kids. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - BUCKET REWARD - Movie Slumber Party - Friday, February 19 REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 3.1 SWYK on Friday, February 19 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 3.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 2/19 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed concepts that we have already learned. We measured and drew angles. We also practiced multiplying and dividing multi-digit numbers. Homework: Multiplication / Division Practice - Due Thursday, February 18 Homework: Measuring and Drawing Angles - Due Thursday, February 18 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We remodeled the straw experiment. We also started the second trial with the straw experiment. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - BUCKET REWARD - Movie Slumber Party - Friday, February 19 REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Reading Street 2.5 SWYK.
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 6.7 - Due Wednesday, February 17 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - Today we went to Okemos High School and we listened to the orchestra play! We also had our Valentine's Day party! Thank you to those of you who volunteered and/or brought food/drink in! REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read our main selection "So You Want To Be President" by Judith St. George and David Small. We focused on how paying attention to the details can help you summarize a main idea.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.5 SWYK on Thursday, February 11 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we used a half circle protractor to measure angles. Here are the steps. First, line the center of the protractor on top of the vertex. Next, look to see which way the arrow is going - clockwise or counter clockwise. Then, line up the first ray with the zero mark on the half circle protractor. Finally we look to see how many degrees the second ray is rotated. If the angle is a reflex angle, you can measure the obtuse or acute angle and then subtract if from 360. Homework: Study Link 6.7 - Due Wednesday, February 17 (paper compass went home) Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We did an investigation to see how energy is transferred in collisions. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued our notebook assessments. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked. [OTHER] - Valentine's Day Celebration tomorrow! HELP WANTED - Room 430 needs donations for our Valentines Day celebration - Click HERE to help! REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished learning our vocabulary words for the week. We also completed vocabulary activities on the Chromebooks.
Homework: Vocabulary Worksheet - Page 155 (Back side is optional and worth $1 hawk buck) SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.5 SWYK on Thursday, February 11 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we used a full circle protractor to measure angles. Here are the steps. First, line the center of the protractor on top of the vertex. Next, look to see which way the arrow is going - clockwise or counter clockwise. Then, line up the first ray with the zero mark on the full circle protractor. Finally we look to see how many degrees the second ray is rotated. Homework: Study Link 6.6 - Due Wednesday, February 10 (paper compass went home) Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We started Unit 2 / Lesson 2: How Energy is transferred in collisions. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We started our notebook assessments. Homework: Be ready to have your notebook checked tomorrow. [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Room 430 needs donations for our Valentines Day celebration - Click HERE to help! REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: February Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we watched more Sell the Story presentations. We learned three of our vocabulary words (Constitution, howling, humble). We also learned about our comprehensions strategies for the week - main idea and details as well as inferring. We went to the library.
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we started learning about rotations and angles! Do you remember that a 1/4 turn is 90 degrees which is right angle? We also learned that that there are 360 degrees in a circle! Homework: Study Link 6.5 - Due Tuesday, February 9 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Room 430 needs donations for our Valentines Day celebration - Click HERE to help! REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Unit 2 Week 5 spelling SWYK. We also presented some of our Title Talks: Sell the Story. We also wrote rough drafts and final drafts of a letter to our new 3rd Grade PenPals at Durant-Tuuri-Mott Elementary School in Flint, Michigan.
Homework: NHW LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed the partial quotient method. We also learned the US traditional method for division. This is the method that your moms, dads, step-moms, step-dads, grandmas, grandpas, or any "older" adult probably learned when they were in school. Remember the division family can help you think of the steps - Dad, Mom, Sister, Brother = Divide, Multiply, Subtract, Bring down. OR you can go to the zoo for help and think about how Dumb Monkeys Swing Backwards = Divide, Multiply, Subtract, Bring down. Homework: Division Practice Project 7 - Due Monday, February 8 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued reading aloud in "A Wrinkle In Time."
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we continued practicing the partial quotient method. We also learned more about what to do with the remainder when we are answering a question. We have three options. We can 1. Ignore it 2. Re-write it as a fraction or decimal 3. Round it up. In order to decided you have to know what you are trying to figure out. Homework: Study Link 6.4 - Due Friday, February 5 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We talked about our roller coasters! Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We took our Earth Explorers SWYK! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Ms. Hitsman was our guest teacher in the PM. REMINDERS - 4th grade baby pictures for yearbook. Visit community.lifetouch.com and use the code OXOFED DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we spent time writing our Flint Water Crisis handouts.
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about the partial quotient method. This is a very helpful method for solving division problems. Use the website and watch the videos to review this method. Homework: Study Link 6.3 - Due Thursday, February 4 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We made our roller coasters! Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We met 4 geographers from MSU! Together we talked how we could solve real world geography problems like how to ship tomatoes from California and what to do about their drought. We also talked about what we could do if the Hiawatha parking lot had lots of oil from cars in it and how to protect the nearby stream and environment. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be an Earth Explorers SWYK over Unit 2: Geography on Thursday, February 4 [OTHER] - We gave our presentations to some of the other classes today. DONATE - Help Flint by donating bottled water and books! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we practiced our spelling using Spelling City on the Chromebooks. We also continued reading aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time."
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we continued to practice solving division number stories. We learned that there are many different ways to solve a division number story. You can write a number model and do long division. You can use multiples. You can draw a picture. What is most important is that you find a method that works for you and is quick and correct. Homework: Study Link 6.2 - Due Wednesday, February 3 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We designed a roller coaster. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed the vocabulary for Earth Explorers. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be an Earth Explorers SWYK over Unit 2: Geography on Thursday, February 4 [OTHER] - We gave our presentations to some of the other classes today. We will finish the rest of the classes tomorrow. We also filled our bucket! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went to the best place in the school - the Library!
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about solving division word puzzles using number models. When we write our number models, we use a variable for the piece of information that we don't know. For example 30 / k = 10. this is an unknown number model. The summary number model includes the mathematical answer. For example 30 / 3 = 10. Homework: Study Link 6.1 - Due Tuesday, February 2 Math Boxes: Unit 6 Math Boxes will be due on the day of the Unit 6 SWYK. Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be an Earth Explorers SWYK over Unit 2: Geography on Thursday, February 4 [OTHER] - We worked on our Flint Water Crisis Presentations using google slides. OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
FRiday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took our Mid-Year SWYK! Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be an Earth Explorers SWYK over Unit 2: Geography on Thursday, February 4 [OTHER] - We worked on our Flint Water Crisis Presentations using google slides. BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 LATE Homework: Flint Water Crisis - 6 questions worksheet - Due Wednesday, January 27 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed compound words. A compound word is a word that is made up of two other words - like butterfly = butter + fly! We also took our Reading Street 2.4 SWYK! Class average: 87%!
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed the different concepts that will be on our Mid-Year SWYK. This SWYK is an opportunity to check in and see how much you have learned this year. Homework: Puzzle Practice #4 - Due Friday, January 29 SWYK Alert: Mid-Year SWYK (concepts learned this year in Puzzling) - Friday, December 29 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We did an investigation about energy. We had to find data in our centers. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned about cardinal directions: North, East, South, West. Then we practiced with a blindfolded maze! Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be an Earth Explorers SWYK over Unit 2: Geography on Thursday, February 4 [OTHER] - We worked on our Flint Water Crisis Presentations using google slides. BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 LATE Homework: Flint Water Crisis - 6 questions worksheet - Due Wednesday, January 27 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read "Horse Heroes," true stories of amazing horses. this expository text was written by Kate Petty.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.4 SWYK on Thursday, January 28 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed the different concepts that will be on our Mid-Year SWYK. This SWYK is an opportunity to check in and see how much you have learned this year. Homework: Puzzle Practice #2 - Due Thursday, January 28 SWYK Alert: Mid-Year SWYK (concepts learned this year in Puzzling) - Friday, December 29 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We finished our science centers and continued learning about circuits and simple machines. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We went on a USA scavenger hunt looking for famous human characteristics (a geographic features that was made by humans) in the United States. We also found an interesting fact about each. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We continued our conversation about the Flint water crisis. We used a lot of critical thinking and figured out that each person needs 8 fl oz of drinking water a day which is 4 16 oz water bottles. This means that Flint (population of about 100,000) would need 400,000 16 fl oz water bottles for one day. We researched that one gallon of water is about $1.20, and that it would cost $60,000 to provide the residents of Flint with the amount of drinking water they would need for one day. If only room 430 tried to achieve this, each student would need to spend $2,000. If we opened it to the school, it would cost about each student and staff member $100 to reach this goal. This still seemed to high, so we decided to go for 1/4 of a day and make a goal of 100,000 water bottles! We also realized that in order to get the school involved we first have to inform them about what is happening in Flint. We were partnered up and started making presentations to give to the other classroom to inform them about the Flint Water Crisis and persuade them to donate water bottles! We also talked about the irreversible effects of lead an d how it can negatively impact brain development. So we also made a goal to collect books to give to young learners to help make sure they have book that they can use to learn to read with! It is an ambitious project, but we are motivated to do our best! BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 LATE Homework: Flint Water Crisis - 6 questions worksheet - Due Wednesday, January 27 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished introducing our vocabulary words.
Homework: Vocabulary Worksheet - Page 144 - Due Wednesday , January 27 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.4 SWYK on Thursday, January 28 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took our Unit 5 SWYK. Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 6 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We did our first science centers and learned about circuits and simple machines. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We learned about human characteristics (a geographic features that was made by humans) and we listened for examples in the song "We Built This City." Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We continued our conversation about the Flint water crisis. For $5 hawk bucks, bring in a printed article from a reliable, authentic, valid, trustworthy source about the Flint water crisis. BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 Homework: Flint Water Crisis - 6 questions worksheet - Due Wednesday, January 27 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went to the Library. If you forgot to return your books, remember them for tomorrow. We started learning our vocabulary words for this week. Do you remember what the words ambition and infested mean?
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.4 SWYK on Thursday, January 28 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our Practice SWYK and filled our a self assessment. We also completed an online practice SWYK. Remember, your Unit 5 SWYK is tomorrow! Homework: Math Boxes for Unit 5 - Due Tuesday, January 26 Optional HW: Practice SWYK Unit 5 - Due Tuesday, January 26 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over concepts learned in Puzzling Units 1-5 on Tuesday, January 26 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We had a great conversation about the Flint water crisis. For $5 hawk bucks, bring in a printed article from a reliable, authentic, valid, trustworthy source about the Flint water crisis. BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
FRIDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle. We also took a spelling SWYK for our Unit 2 Week 3 words! We learned about fact and opinion - a fact is a statement that can be proven true or false. An opinion is a statement that can't be proven true or false - it is a belief. We also wrote our K-Buddies back.
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we began our Unit 5 practice SWYK. Homework: Finish your Practice Unit 5 SWYK - Due Monday, January 25 Homework: Math Boxes for Unit 5 - Due Tuesday, January 26 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over concepts learned in Puzzling Units 1-5 on Tuesday, January 26 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We had our Winter Auction! There were lots of amazing items up for bid! BOOK ORDERS - January Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, January 29 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/22 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.4 SWYK on Friday, January 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed rounding numbers, and we learned how to compare numbers. We then compared different people, animals, buildings, and planets using the website www.whichisbigger.net Homework: Study Link 5.11 - Due Friday, January 22 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over concepts learned in Puzzling Units 1-5 on Tuesday, January 26 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We reviewed our answers on TCI for questions 6. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about different physical characteristics like valley, river system, desert, gulf, basin, plateau, etc. Then we did a scavenger hunt using our chromebooks to find the different physical characteristics in the U.S. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Homework: School to Home Discussion - Flint Water Project - Due Friday, January 22 LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 LATE Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/22 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.4 SWYK on Friday, January 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we checked over a lot of homework and talked about how reworking example problems can be a very effective way to study and review what we have learned. We also learned about rounding big numbers. "When rounding, go next door and see if it is 4 or less - let it rest, 5 or more - raise the score!" Homework: Study Link 5.10 - Due Thursday, January 21 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over concepts learned in Puzzling Units 1-5 on Tuesday, January 26 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We reviewed our answers on TCI for questions 4-6. LATE Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we took our continents and oceans pop quiz! (And we had a little pop!) Homework: NHW [OTHER] - LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE [LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/22 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.4 SWYK on Friday, January 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we checked over a lot of homework and talked about how reworking example problems can be a very effective way to study and review what we have learned. We also learned about rounding big numbers. "When rounding, go next door and see if it is 4 or less - let it rest, 5 or more - raise the score!" Homework: Study Link 5.10 - Due Thursday, January 21 SWYK Alert: There will be a SWYK over concepts learned in Puzzling Units 1-5 on Tuesday, January 26 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We reviewed our answers on TCI for questions 4-6. LATE Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we took our continents and oceans pop quiz! (And we had a little pop!) Homework: NHW [OTHER] - LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our 2.3 Reading Street SWYK. Our class average was a 92%! Woohoo! We also went to the library and listened to author Buck Wilder (aka Tim Smith) talk about his books and the writing process. His best piece of advice was erasers are the best because they let us make mistakes!
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.4 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/22 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.4 SWYK on Friday, January 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we talked about exponents and the power of 10. We also took our division 5 min SWYK. Homework: Study Link 5.9 - Due Wednesday, January 20 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we reviewed energy of motion topics. LATE Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned more about latitude and longitude. WE also learned about physical characteristics - geographic features that were not made by man (rivers, mountains, valleys) Homework: NHW POP QUIZ: There will be a quiz on identifying and labeling the 7 continents and 5 Oceans on a map in the near future. [OTHER] - LATE Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we learned about the prefixes dis-, re-, and non-. Dis- means the opposite of, re- means to do again, and non- means not.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.3 SWYK on Tuesday, January 19 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about BIG numbers. We read numbers in the billions like 541,458,345,641! Homework: Study Link 5.8 - Due Tuesday, January 19 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - LATE Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW POP QUIZ: There may be a quiz on identifying and labeling the 7 continents and 5 Oceans on a map in the near future. [OTHER] - Today is Martin Luther Kin Jr.'s birthday. We watched his speech and highlighted the parts that we thought were interesting or stood out to us. Then we talked about his speech in groups. Homework: School to Home Discussion - MLK Jr. Day of Service - Due Tuesday, January 19 Homework: I Have A Dream Speech - Due Wednesday, January 20 (Fill ALL the lines!) REMINDER: No School - Monday January 18 - MLK Jr. Day of Service REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read "Scene Two" by Don Abramson and Robert Kausal, a play that is written as a script. We picked parts and read it aloud in class. We also reviewed drawing conclusions.
Homework: Vocabulary - Due, Friday, January 15 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 15 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned another strategy for solving multi-digit multiplication puzzles - the lattice method. Homework: Study Link 5.7 - Due Friday, January 15 LATE Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned more about energy and motion. LATE Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we reviewed our observations about which continents are in which hemisphere and introduced the idea of absolute location which uses latitude and longitude. Homework: NHW POP QUIZ: There may be a quiz on identifying and labeling the 7 continents and 5 Oceans on a map in the near future. [OTHER] - REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished our vocabulary words for the week and completed writing a comic for each word. Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 15 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned how to use the Partial Product method to multiply two digit numbers by two digit numbers. We also learned the area model to visually represent the process. Homework: Study Link 5.6 - Due Thursday, January 14 LATE Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned more about energy and motion. Also, some of us took a summary challenge that tested us on what we have learned so far. Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we finished our clementine globes and then we cut them in half and looked at the different hemispheres making observations about which continents are in which hemisphere. Homework: NHW POP QUIZ: There may be a quiz on identifying and labeling the 7 continents and 5 Oceans on a map in the near future. [OTHER] - Today was an early release. REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished answering the question "What can teams accomplish" using google classroom. We also reviewed that in order to draw a conclusion you need background knowledge and facts and details. We took the MAZE. We also learned three vocabulary words and used them in our own comic.
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned the Partial Product for Multiplication method. We also tried Puzzle Groups where we did different activities in groups. Homework: Study Link 5.5 - Due Wednesday, January 13 LATE Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We learned more about energy and motion. We learned that energy from your arm can transfer from to a baseball when you throw it. Homework: Lesson 1, Section 1-6 of online TCI Science program - Due Thursday, January 14th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we created our own globes using Mr. Clements' famous clementines. We learned about hemispheres, equator, and the Prime Meridian. Homework: NHW POP QUIZ: There may be a quiz on identifying and labeling the 7 continents and 5 Oceans on a map in the near future. [OTHER] - REMINDER: Early Release tomorrow - Wednesday, January 13 REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went to the Library.
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned the U.S. Multiplication Algorithm for multi-digit multiplication. We also took our January Multiplication Fast Facts 5 minute SWYK. Homework: U.S. Traditional Multiplication (Standard) Problems 1-8 - Due Tuesday, January 12 LATE Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: Section 1-3 of online TCI Science program - Due Friday, January 15th Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Color and Label your North American map - Due Tuesday, January 12 [OTHER] - REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
FRIDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took a Spelling 2.3 SWYK. We also started a new read aloud book, "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned more about using estimation to answer story puzzles. Homework: Study Link 5.4 - Due Monday, January 11 LATE Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: Section 1-3 of online TCI Science program - Due Friday, January 15th LATE HW: Crossword Puzzle Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We reviewed the 7 continents and worked on coloring a North American map. We used this map to identify the relative location of the US using political boundaries. Homework: Color and Label your North American map - Due Monday, January 11 [OTHER] - REMINDER: Entrepreneurial Night - Friday, January 22 REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we asked our BIG question of the week "What can a team accomplish?" We answered this question on google classroom and continued working on our Rules Awesome paragraph.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/8 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK ALERT: There will be a spelling 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 8 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took a trip across the US on an ostrich and calculated how many miles and how much time it would take using the estimation strategy of rounding. Homework: Study Link 5.3 - Due Friday, January 8 Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We continued to talk about Energy. Homework: Section 1-3 of online TCI Science program - Due Friday, January 15th LATE HW: Crossword Puzzle Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We talked about continents and worked on coloring in our world map. Homework: Color and Label the continents and oceans of the world - Due Friday, January 8 [OTHER] - REMINDER: Yearbook Order From - Due Friday, January 22 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we talked about the Title Talk project - Sell the Story. We also continued working on our "Rules" Awesome Paragraph.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/8 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK ALERT: There will be a spelling 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 8 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned how to play "Multiplication Wrestling." Homework: Study Link 5.2 - Due Thursday, January 7 Homework: 3 Rounds of Multiplication Wrestling - Due on Friday, January 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We studied Energy and answered questions on our Chromebooks. Homework: Section 1-3 of online TCI Science program - Due Friday, January 15th LATE HW: Crossword Puzzle Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We used a Venn-Diagram to graphically organize the similarities and differences between maps and globes. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Happy 1/2 Birthday Mr. C.! OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED: Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we started writing an awesome paragraph about the book "Rules" by Cynthia Lord.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/8 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK ALERT: There will be a spelling 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 8 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we checked our 5 minute multiplication worksheet. We also learned about extended multiplication facts. For example, if I am trying to solve 60 x 3, a shortcut is to think that of it as 6 x 3 = 18 so it is just 10 times as much so you have to put a zero on the end to change the place value so it becomes 180. Homework: Study Link 5.1 - Due Wednesday, January 6 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy video about energy. We learned that that energy is everywhere and when we move we are using energy. We also filled in a worksheet about the video. LATE HW: Crossword Puzzle Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We talked about "relative location" which is describing where a place is located in relation to other places. For example, The U.S. is north of Mexico. We also talked about the different things we can do with Geography! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We talked a lot about the new year and how to make it AWESOME. HOMEWORK: Room 430 Job Application - Due Wednesday, January, 6 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished reading "Rules" by Cynthia Lord.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 1/8 and earn $5 hawk bucks) SWYK ALERT: There will be a spelling 2.3 SWYK on Friday, January 8 PROJECT: Title Talk: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our Unit 4 SWYK. Our class average was an 85%. We filled our a learning plan, reflected on what we did well and what we still need to work on, and set a goal for next time. Homework: 5 Minute Multiplication Fact Worksheet - Due Tuesday, January 5 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - LATE HW: Crossword Puzzle Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We talked a lot about the new year and how to make it AWESOME. HOMEWORK: Room 430 Job Application - Due Wednesday, January, 6 OPTIONAL: January Student Activity Calendar HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE
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Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Unit 2 Week 2 Reading Street SWYK! Our class average was an 88%!
Homework: NHW TITLE TALK: Sell the Story - Due Friday, February 5 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row / Free Rice Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 5 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We finished watching "Happy Feet." HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we continued to read aloud from "Rules" by Cynthia Lord. We talked about
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We had our Winter Celebration! We played "Minute to Win It" and started watching "Happy Feet." HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read our main selection for the week "Coyote School News" by Joan Sandin. This week's story was unique in that it was partially in a different language (Spanish). We also talked about the advantages that come with learning a second language and how hard it can be for someone coming to a new school and also trying to learn the language that everyone there speaks.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took our Unit 4 SWYK. Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went on the TCI website and answered questions. We also played a fun game "Plant Says" where you had to do different science related actions. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMEMBER: Our Winter Celebration is tomorrow Thursday, December 17 and begins at 12:45 (ish) REMEMBER: Bring any Winter Celebration donations tomorrow a REMEMBER: Bring your wrapped secret snowflake book. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we did a partner read with our "Fluency Friend." We each took turns being the coach and the reader. We encouraged the reader to read with energy and focus on the words helping them read with enthusiasms and accuracy. We also reviewed the reading strategy of drawing conclusions. In order to draw a conclusion about a reading you have to think about your background knowledge related to the topic and understand the facts and details in text.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we finished reviewing for our Unit 4 SWYK by going over the study guide. Optional HW: Unit 4 Study Guide #2 SWYK ALERT: There will be a Puzzling Unit 4 SWYK on Wednesday, December 16 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We went on the TCI website and finished up Section 4: How Plants Respond to the Environment. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We finished making snowflakes and finished our snowmen project. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we learned our vocabulary words and had a dictionary race. Mr. C. gave us a word and we had to race to find it in the dictionary. We also wrote sentences using the vocabulary words after we found the definitions. We also learned about drawing conclusions. We use two things to draw a conclusion as we read - 1. our background knowledge 2. facts and details from the story.
Homework: Drawing Conclusions - Page 78 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we began reviewing for our Unit 4 SWYK by going over the study guide. LATE Homework: Unit 4 Study Guide - Due Monday, December 14 SWYK ALERT: There will be a Puzzling Unit 4 SWYK on Wednesday, December 16 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We painted snowmen. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Spelling 2.2 SWYK.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we played SCOOCH to review the main concepts and ideas in Unit 4. Homework: Unit 4 Study Guide - Due Monday, December 14 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We helped our kindergartner buddies create gingerbread houses! We also made snowflakes! HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we used class time to work on finishing some of our different writing projects; Introduction stories, K-Letters, Nov. Monthly Reflections.
Homework: NHW HW Optional: Spelling Scrambler 2.2 (Finish and turn in by Friday, 12/11 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned more about measuring using the metric system. We focused on measuring in millimeters (mm). We also talked about how to convert one metric unit of measurement to another. Homework: Study Link 4.10 - Due Friday, December 11 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We saw the second graders preform their Betsy Ross performance. Tomorrow we are helping our kindergartner buddies create gingerbread houses! HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we introduced our question of the week "How can we work together to achieve a goal?" We then wrote our answers in an AWESOME paragraph on our Chromebooks.
Homework: NHW HW Optional: Spelling Scrambler 2.2 (Finish and turn in by Friday, 12/11 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned more about measuring using the metric system. We found different objects in the room, estimated their lengths, and then measured their actual lengths in cm. Homework: Study Link 4.9 - Due Thursday, December 10 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we got letters from our K-Buddies and we started to write them back.
Homework: NHW HW Optional: Spelling Scrambler 2.2 (Finish and turn in by Friday, 12/11 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.2 SWYK on Friday, December 18 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we looked at using the metric system to measure length. We measured in centimeters! Homework: Study Link 4.8 - Due Wednesday, December 9 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We finished up our Time for Kids article reading and assignment. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we visited the Book Fair!
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today looked at the thousands place. We imagined the block as the "ONE" which made the flat a tenth (.1), the long a hundredth (.01), and the cube was a thousandth (.001). We practiced writing the numbers in decimal notation. Homework: Study Link 4.7 - Due Tuesday, December 8 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read "What Jo Did" by Charles R. Smith Jr. We found at least 5 different examples of cause and effect relationships in the story. For example,Little Joanna Marie loved to play basketball, SO, she practiced ever day! We then read with a partner and had to listen to see if they needed to read with more energy, make is sound smoother, focus on the words, or keep going because they were doing great! We also reviewed our vocabulary words and learned about the prefixes un- and in- which mean the opposite of and not. In the afternoon we took our Spelling 2.1 SWYK and our Reading Street 2.1 SWYK.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - SECRET SNOWFLAKE Scholastic book orders are DUE TODAY! Also, Mr. C. was out this afternoon at a meeting, so Mr. Matcheck was here as our guest teacher! REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 REMINDER - Order your Secret Snowflake a book - Due Friday, December 4 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We made a flip book and talked about cause and effect. A cause is why something happens, and effect is what happens.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in by Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we talked about money! We learned that depositing means you put money IN the bank. Withdrawal means you take money OUT of the bank. Homework: Study Link 4.6 - Due Friday, December 4 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We dissected flowers and looked at the petal, ovaries, stamen, and pistol. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued to read a "Time for Kids" and completed a worksheet. We also continued grading our Explorers notebooks based on effort, neatness, completion. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - SECRET SNOWFLAKE Scholastic book orders are DUE TOMORROW! REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 REMINDER - Order your Secret Snowflake a book - Due Friday, December 4 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued to learn our vocab words for the week. We used a "Say It" worksheet to apply these definitions. We also continued our read aloud book "Rules!" We read an important part about how we can all make a positive difference in someone else's life.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned how to add and subtract decimals. We learned some helpful strategies for doing this. First, we should always LINE UP THE DECIMALS! This helps us to make sure that our numbers are in the right place value spot. We also learned that after we add or subtract we should remember to BRING DOWN THE DECIMAL! Homework: Study Link 4.5 - Due Thursday, December 3 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We used our Chromebooks to learn more about plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We read a "Time for Kids" and completed a worksheet. We also began grading our Explorers notebooks based on effort, neatness, completion. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 REMINDER - Order your Secret Snowflake a book - Due Friday, December 4 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We got our Unit 1 Week 5 spelling SWYKs back. Our class average was 98%! Wow... Awesome job Room 430.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 111 - Due Wednesday, December 2 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took a Math Minute SWYK to see how well we are improving with the fluency of our multiplication facts. We also got our Unit 3 SWYKs handed back. We filled out a Learning Plan for them and reflected on what we did well and what we still need to work on. Our class average was an 88% which is above our class goal of an 85%! Way to go Room 430! Homework: Study Link 4.4 - Due Wednesday, December 2 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We used our Chromebooks to learn more about plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We read a "Time for Kids" and completed a worksheet. We also began grading our Explorers notebooks based on effort, neatness, completion. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 OPTIONAL - Order your Secret Snowflake a book - Due Friday, December 4 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We went to the library today. If you forgot your library books, bring them back tomorrow! Also, we started learning the definitions for our vocab words. We also used the computers to answer our "Big Idea" questions of the week. These are questions that get us thinking about the themes that will be in our story for the week.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 111 - Due Wednesday, December 2 Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we finished up our decimal packets. We also went over homework from last week and learned more about rounding decimals. Remember... "4 or less... let it rest. 5 or more... raise the score." Homework: Study Link 4.4 - Due Tuesday, December 1 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - The Hiawatha Book Fair is from Wednesday, December 2 to Wednesday, December 9 OPTIONAL - Secret Snowflake Wish List - Due Tuesday, December 1 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - December Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We had a Read In today! It was awesome!
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today continued to learn more about decimals. Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - SPECIAL EVENT - 4th Grade will have a "READ IN" on Tuesday, November 24 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We went to the library today. If you forgot your library books, bring them back tomorrow! Also, we worked on our "My Introduction" stories and started peer-editing them by using google share.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 2.1 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 12/4 and earn $5 hawk bucks!) SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned more about decimals. We practiced ordering them and figured out how to visually represent them using base-10 blocks. Homework: Study Link 4.3 - Due Tuesday, November 24 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - SPECIAL EVENT - 4th Grade will have a "READ IN" on Tuesday, November 24 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned about root words. Root words are small words (or the smallest group of letters that still have meaning) that we can add prefixes and suffixes to. For example "act" means to do. We can change it to "actor" or "action" or "react" which all have the same root or base word.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 2.1 SWYK on Friday, December 4 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about decimals. We realized that there are different numbers in-between 0 and 1. Homework: Study Link 4.1 & 4.2 - Due Monday, November 23 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We also had a serious conversation about the importance of being kind after doing the "Crumpled Piece of Paper" activity. SPECIAL EVENT - 4th Grade will have a "READ IN" on Tuesday, November 24 HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read our main selection - "Letters Home From Yosemite." This was an expository text (a piece of writing that tells us about real places, people and events.) It was filled with factual information about Yosemite National Park. We then answered a question in our Google Classroom where we had to identify the main idea of a passage and then find 2 supporting details.
Homework: Main Idea and Details - Page 40 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we reviewed our flower diagrams. We also learned about how conns from a pine tree pollinate. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we Showed What We Knew about Explorers Unit 1 material. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We went to the Library to share our Book in a Box projects.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took a 5 min multiplication and division fact fluency SWYK. We also played multiplication war! This is a great game to play at home to review your math facts and all you need to play is a deck of cards. Homework: NHW Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we learned about plant parts; pistol, stamen, ovary, and petals. These parts help the plant to pollinate and grow. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we checked over our notebook and had time to work on filling in any missing entries. We also filled out a Notebook Assessment sheet and chose two entries for Mr. C. to look at. Homework: Notebook Assessment - Due Thursday, November 19 SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Explorers Unit 1 material on Thursday, November 19th [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We finished up our "I Am Thankful For..." writing assignment and we continued to working on our introduction stories.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took our Unit 3 SWYK Homework: Practice your multiplication fast facts. SWYK ALERT: There will be a 5 min Multiplication & Division SWYK tomorrow Wednesday, November 18th Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 4 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we finished learning about political scientists and the questions they ask. We also learned about the three branches of government; judicial, executive, and legislative! Homework: "It's A Michigan Thing" cut and paste activity - Due Wednesday November 18 SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Explorers Unit 1 material on Thursday, November 19th [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
MONDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned about unique characteristics of the western states of the US. For example, they have sequoias which are very tall and large trees, elk and moose, as well as mountain ranges, geysers, and volcanoes in Hawaii.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our Unit 3 Study Guide. Homework: Unit 3 Self Assessment - Due Tuesday, November 17 Optional HW: Unit 3 Study Guide #2 SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 3 material on Tuesday, November 17th Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Explorers Unit 1 material on Thursday, November 19th [OTHER] - We had Library today. The Scholastic Book Fair is coming up next week! HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued working on our Introduction Stories using google docs. We also worked on our "I am Thankful For..." writing project. If you have access to a computer and the internet, we can even keep working on these at home! We also took our Spelling 1.5 SWYK.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our homework and did an Exit Pass to see how we are progressing with different Unit 3 topics. We also continued to work on our "Going in Circles" activity. Homework: Unit 3 Study Guide - Due Monday, November 16th SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 3 material on Tuesday, November 17th Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Explorers Unit 1 material on Thursday, November 19th [OTHER] - We had Electonics Day in our PJs. Mrs. Beloskur also came in for Meet the Masters. To learn more about Faith Ringgold, visit her website by clicking here. REMINDER - Electronics Day in our PJs - Friday, November 13th THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued working on our Introduction Stories using google docs. If you have access to a computer and the internet, we can even keep working on these at home!
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 86 - Due Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we did ALGEBRA! It is solving an open number sentence. For example 3 x b = 24 and you have to figure out what b is. b = 8 makes that a true number sentence! We also did a multiples activity called "Going in Circles." Homework: Study Link 3.11 - Due Friday, November 13 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We finished going our plant descriptions and then we started writing a few sentences about how we could save a plant in the desert. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we talked about our 4th Explorer - Political Scientist. We started talking about why we need rules and imagined what it would be like in the kindergarten pod if there were no rules at Hiawatha! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - Electronics Day in our PJs - Friday, November 13th THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
WEdnesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We continued working on our Introduction Stories using google docs. If you have access to a computer and the internet, we can even keep working on these at home! SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we finished going over our homework from this week. Then we learned about using parentheses in a numbers sentence. When you have parentheses in a number sentence you solve what is inside first! So (3+2) x 2 = 10 because 3+2 is 5 and 5x2 is 10. Homework: Study Link 3.10 - Due Thursday, November 12 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - Electronics Day in our PJs - Friday, November 13th THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We went to the Library and set up our Book in a Box projects to be displayed for this week and next. We will present them later in the week in a gallery style walk. Homework: Spelling - long u - Page 43 - Due Wednesday, November 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 LATE PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about number sentence. A number sentence is an expression using numbers and a sign of equality (>, <, =). We can decide if they are true or false. For example 11 x 2 = 22 is a true number sentence. 92 + 2 = 74 is a false number sentence. 41 - 16 is an incomplete number sentence so we say that we can't tell if it is true or false. Homework: Study Link 3.9 - Due Wednesday, November 11 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We shared our super plants! Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We finished our paper doll for an Economist. An economist studies economics which is how people use resources to get what they want and need. We talked about terms like market economy, traditional economy, command economy, scarcity, wants and needs, as well as human, natural, and capital resources. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Our bucket reward will be this Friday, November 13th. Room 430 students may wear their pajamas and bring in an electronic device. We will use them for one hour in the afternoon. REMINDER - Electronics Day in our PJs - Friday, November 13th THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned our vocabulary words for the week. Can you remember what a glacier is? What types of things does a naturalist do? Can you name something impressive? Homework: Spelling - long u - Page 43 - Due Wednesday, November 11 SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we continued to review our homework from last week. We also spent some time reviewing the difference between multiples and factors. Remember, a multiple is any number that can be divided evenly by the original number. Another way of thinking about it is skip counting. The multiples of 6 are 6, 12, 18, 24, 30... and so on. Factors are whole numbers that when multiplied together give you the product. We sometimes write them in pairs. The factors of 6 are , (1 x 6), (2 x 3). Homework: Study Link 3.8 - Due Tuesday, November 10 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We went to the library! THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We learned about compound words. These are words that can be formed by combining two different words. For example tooth + brush = toothbrush and butter + fly = butterfly. We also took our Reading Street 1.4 SWYK and got a class average of 91%!
SWYK Alert: There will be a Spelling 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 13 SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.5 SWYK on Friday, November 20 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed our homework from this week. We also spent some time reviewing the difference between multiples and factors. Remember, a multiple is any number that can be divided evenly by the original number. Another way of thinking about it is skip counting. The multiples of 24 are 24, 48, 72, 96, 120... and so on. Factors are whole numbers that when multiplied together give you the product. We sometimes write them in pairs. The factors of 24 are , (1 x 24), (2 x 12), (3 x 8), (4 x 6). Homework: Study Link 3.7 - Due Monday, November 9 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath / Khan Academy / Front Row Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We visited the Room 430 Store. THANK YOU - Thank you to all Room 430 Families for attending P/T Conferences. HELP WANTED - Interested in donating or volunteering for special 4th grade events? - Click HERE OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We read the "Horned Toad Prince" by Jackie Mims Hopkins. We continue to learn more about the reading strategy of Author's Purpose; Express, Entertain, Inform, and Persuade.
SWYK Alert: There will be a Reading Street 1.4 SWYK on Friday, November 6 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we had a discussion about how Puzzling can be viewed differently than just "math." We realized that how we solve a puzzle is more important than the answer because it helps us try new problems and find more success. Solving a number puzzle is a lot like solving a jigsaw puzzle. You have to try lots of different ways to see what works. Just because one thing or one piece doesn't fit, doesn't mean you give up... you keep trying! We sent Mr. C. on a vacation and and learned about air distance and how to measure distances on a map. We used the key to help us figure this out. Homework: Study Link 3.6 - Due Friday, November 6 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath and Khan Academy Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we drew pictures of different plants in our workbooks. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about another explorer: Economist. We now know that economics is the study of how people use resources to get what they want and need. We talked about how people have unlimited wants but that we can't have everything we want because there are limited resources. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We voted on our bucket reward and "Electronics Day in our PJs" was the winner! REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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W[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We used our Chromebooks to log on to REading Street and learned the vocabulary words for this week. We learned that bargaining means to make a deal or trade. We also learned that a prairie is a large flat land with no trees.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 75 - Due Thursday, November 5 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we were introduced to xtramath.org. This is a great place to practice math facts. We also used Kahn Academy which is a great place to practice other math skills. We should try to use one of these websites every night at home. We also looked at division. It is the opposite of multiplication. So for example, if I know that 8 x 6 = 48 then I know that 48 / 6 = 8. Homework: Study Link 3.5 - Due Thursday, November 5 Homework: Practice math facts using XtraMath and Khan Academy Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today went into our journals and we looked at super plants. We sketched an image of the super plant. A super plant is a combination of different plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we looked at questions that a historian asks. We learned about primary sources (records that were made from people who was at the event) and secondary sources (records made by a person who were NOT at the event). We also learned that chronological order means to sequence them or put them in the order that they happened. We then put together a timeline of Michigan Historical Event. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We filled our bucket! REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took at 99 Word No Excuse Spelling SWYK. These are words that every 4th grader should know how to spell.
PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We practiced our multiplication facts. Homework: Study Link 3.4 - Due Wednesday, November 4 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We went to the library! REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We took our Spelling 1.4 SWYK today.
PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We celebrated all things spooky and creepy today during our Halloween celebrations. REMINDER - $40 for 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - November Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
SWYK ALERT: Spelling 1.4 SWYK on Friday, October 30 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we cut out our multiplication/division triangles. Then we worked with a partner and practiced our mental math multiplication and division fast facts. Homework: Study Link 3.3 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we learned about different plants. We learned about how these plants defend themselves. We also talked about how the plant structures and how unique differences help different plants defend themselves. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued learning about different explores. Today we learned about a Historian. They study History which is the study of the past! Then we played "Solve the Mystery" and used our detective skills to come up with a theory about an event that happened in the past. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today was our first day of Good Fit Math. REMINDER - Tomorrow is our Halloween Celebration. Remember to bring your donations! HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We wrote during "What Would YOU Do" - a time where we talk about social situations and figure out how we would handle it.
SWYK ALERT: Spelling 1.4 SWYK on Friday, October 30 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we started focusing on multiplication. We also looked at the multiplication table and learned about factors! Factors are the numbers you multiply together to get a product. For example, the factors of 12 are 3 and 4, 6 and 2, 1 and 12. When a number has only one factor pair - we call this prime! Homework: Study Link 3.2 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we went over the vascular system of a plant. We also had a work time to catch up on missed or unfinished assignments. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued to learn about geographers and the 5 questions they ask. Geographers study 5 different themes: Location, Place, Human/Environment Interaction, Movement, and Region. (MR. HELP) Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We continued to work on our Halloween Art project. REMINDER - Turkey Shirt Thursday! HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we wrote about our learning by completing a Learning Snapshot!
SWYK ALERT: Spelling 1.4 SWYK on Friday, October 30 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we got our Unit 2 SWYKs back and we filled our a Learning Plan for them. We also talked about the mysterious function machine! If you put a number in, it gives a different number out. For example, I put in a 3 and got out a 9. Then I put in a 5 and got out a 15. The rule of this machine is x 3! Homework: Study Link 3.1 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning next in Puzzling by visiting the Puzzling: Unit 3 webpage. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - . Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We updated our student portfolios. The Brainstormes came and performed for us. They talked about writing a Persuasive Letter, Personal Narrative, and a Creative Fictional Story! HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we had our first day of Good Fit Reading. We talked about how Good Fit Groups are not about how smart we are, but how we are smart. Everyone has different skills that they are working on, and Good Fit Groups allow us a chance to work on the skills that we struggle with and need more practice at.
SWYK ALERT: Spelling 1.4 SWYK on Friday, October 30 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Questions #19 and #20 were worded in a confusing way on the SWYK. We took a Re-Do on these questions with better directions. This new score will be added to the SWYK. We will go over those tomorrow and fill out a Learning Plan. Homework: NHW [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we introduced the 4 different types of explorers we are going to learn about this year: Geographer, Political Scientist, Economist, and Historian. Today we started learning about geographers who study geography. Geography is the study of the earth and the ways people interact with it. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We wrote Thank You letters to the DIA chaperones. We had library. HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 3 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We took a field trip to the DIA! Thank you to all of the chaperones who were willing and able to go! REMINDER - Hiawatha Harvest is tonight from 5:30 - 7:00 HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due TODAY - Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Reading Street 1.3 SWYK on our new Chromebook learning devices!
Homework: NHW PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we took our PUZZLING Unit 2 SWYK. Homework: NHW Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 3 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - We continued our conversation about plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed literary elements: plot, setting, characters, and theme.
Homework: NHW SWYK ALERT: There will be a Reading Street Weekly SWYK on 1.3 on Thursday, October 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over our study guide and reviewed for our Unit 2 SWYK. Optional HW: Unit 2 Study Guide - answer key included Homework: Review and prepare for the SWYK using the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22nd [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today we had the Hawk Walk! HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we buddy read "On the Banks of Plum Creek" by Laura Ingalls Wilder. We practiced identifying the setting, characters, plot, and theme of the story.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 64 - Due Wednesday, October 21 SWYK ALERT: There will be a Reading Street Weekly SWYK on 1.3 on Thursday, October 22 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we went over 4 sheets of homework and reviewed how to find landmarks for a set of data. For example Minimum is the smallest number, Maximum is the biggest number, Range is the difference between the greatest and least number (Max-Min), Median is the middle number, Mode is the one with the most. We also reviewed strategies for solving multi-digit subtraction problems. Homework: Unit 2 Study Guide - Due Wednesday, October 21 (show your thinking) Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22nd [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we looked at plant protection. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about the last Productive Partner Pair Property - Respectful Responding. In order to do this successfully, we have to use names, be positive and encouraging, and support our opinions with evidence. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We have library tomorrow! Remember to bring your Hiawatha Library books back. We also have the Hawk Walk, so make sure you have nice comfortable walking shoes one. HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Puzzle Practice #1 - Due Tuesday, October 20 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22nd [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we went to the MSU Children's Garden for our last Seeds of Science field trip. We tasted honey and learned how honey can taste different depending on what flowers a bee pollinates from. We also looked at a life cycle of a bee and what characteristics make it and other bugs like it good pollinators. Then we looked at different leaves and tried to determine what problems it might have. For example, powdery mildew, bugs, and aphids. Then we returned to our lettuce experiment and evaluated its taste and looks. Finally, we traveled to the biome building and looked at how different plants in different environments have adapted to protect themselves. Last, we watched a slide who of the photos we had taken and enjoyed popcorn. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Can I Interview You - Due Tuesday, October 20 [OTHER] - HELP WANTED - Sign up to help volunteer or donate for the Halloween Celebration - click here IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our Spelling 1.3 SWYK. We also learned about Literary Elements. These include plot, theme, characters, and settings. We also learned about the different parts of a plot. We call this a story map: introduction, Conflict, rising action, climax, resolution, conclusion.
PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about the partial difference method for subtraction. This can be challenging at first because it uses negative numbers, but the more we practice, the better we will get at it. Homework: Study Link 2.9 continued - Due Monday, October 19 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22nd [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: Can I Interview You - Due Tuesday, October 20 [OTHER] - Mrs. Beloskur came in for Meet the Masters! We also started a second Halloween Art project. We are writing our names in cursive and then turning them into skeletons. We also got letters from our Kindergartners and we started to write them back. IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
THURSDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went back to our introductions that we read and worked to write the rest of the story. These are going to turn into our first published pieces of writing for the year!
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 10/16 and earn $5 hawk bucks) PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Spelling 1.3 SWYK on Friday, October 16 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over homework and reviewed landmarks for a set of data. We then introduced the trade first method of subtraction, which involves regrouping. This was very familiar to many of us. Homework: Study Link 2.9 - Due Friday, October 14 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22nd [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we continued our experiment using celery. We observed how the different colored water changed the plant's color. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we continued learning about the Productive Partner Pair Properties. These will help us have a successful discussion. Today we learned about ACTIVE LISTENING. Three skills it takes are using positive body language, asking questions to understand, and listening, thinking, and then responding. Homework: Can I Interview You - Due Tuesday, October 20 [OTHER] - We voted the "I Survived" series as our September Classecott. IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - October Book Orders - Due Friday, October 23 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
WEdnesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] -
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 10/16 and earn $5 hawk bucks) PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Spelling 1.3 SWYK on Friday, October 16 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We measured our heads to the nearest 1/2 centimeter. We used this data to create a bar graph and then found the important landmarks. For example, maximum, minimum, median, mode, and range. Homework: Study Link 2.8 - Due Thursday, October 156 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a SWYK over Unit 2 on Thursday, October 22 [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we did a science experiment using celery. We put it in different colored water and looked at how it changed the plant's color. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about the Productive Partner Pair Properties. These will help us have a successful discussion. The first property we learned about was TEAMWORK. Three skills it takes are staying on task/topic, everyone needs to participate, building off each others' ideas. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today was an Early Release. IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we introduced our BIG question of the week "Why do people want to visit new places?" We brainstormed ideas to answer this, and then we turned these ideas into an AWESOME paragraph! It had an introduction, transitions, examples/details, and a conclusion.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 10/16 and earn $5 hawk bucks) PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Spelling 1.3 SWYK on Friday, October 16 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over two homework assignments today and we reviewed the Partial Sum Method for solving multi-digit addition problems. This method is used to find sums mentally or with paper and pencil. First you add all the numbers in the same place value first. For example when solving 248 + 187 I would add 200 + 100, 40 + 80, and 8 + 7. Now, it is very easy for me to mentally add 300 + 125 + 15 = 435! Then, we learned column addition method. This is probably more familiar to our families, because it is how they learned to add in school Homework: Study Link 2.7 continued - Due Wednesday, October 14 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we did a science experiment using celery. We put it in different colored water and looked at how it changed the plant's color. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we learned about the Productive Partner Pair Properties. These will help us have a successful discussion. The first property we learned about was TEAMWORK. Three skills it takes are staying on task/topic, everyone needs to participate, building off each others' ideas. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we introduced our vocabulary words for this week. To review them, click here!
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 10/16 and earn $5 hawk bucks) PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Spelling 1.3 SWYK on Friday, October 16 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about the Partial Sum Method for solving multi-digit addition problems. This method is used to find sums mentally or with paper and pencil. First you add all the numbers in the same place value first. For example when solving 248 + 187 I would add 200 + 100, 40 + 80, and 8 + 7. Now, it is very easy for me to mentally add 300 + 125 + 15 = 435! Homework: Study Link 2.7 - Due Tuesday, October 13 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Ms. Jessica from MSU "Seeds of Science" came in to talk with us about our bug experiment. It was great to see her again and we learned a lot! Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed what makes a good introduction; a hook, cliff hanger, interesting characters, details. We then wrote one more introduction using some of these traits. We also took our first Reading Street SWYK on the Cows (computers on wheels). Remember, you can access the Reading Street website from home! Click here to get started.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.3 (Finish and turn in before Friday, 10/16 and earn $5 hawk bucks) PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Spelling 1.3 SWYK on Friday, October 16 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We reviewed landmarks: Maximum: the greatest. Minimum: the smallest. Range: difference between the max and min. Mode: the most frequent. Median: the middle number. Mean: the average. We used data from our homework (the question about how many people were in our family) to practice finding these landmarks. Homework: Study Link 2.6 - Due Monday, October 12 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We finished working on our Michigan Road Trip. Have fun road tripping this weekend! Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Don't forget to bring your books back for Library on Monday! IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - DIA Field Trip will be on Friday, October 23 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
THursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we reviewed what makes a good introduction. An introduction is what starts your story. Today we looked at introducing characters (who is the story about?) and including details (how to make a mental picture in your readers head). Then we tried writing our own introduction!
HOMEWORK: Author's Purpose - Page 13 - Due Friday, October 9 PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th SWYK ALERT: There will be a Reading Street 1.2 SWYK on Friday, October 9 (comprehension / vocab / word analysis) EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We learned about the difference between guessing and estimating. A guess is just a guess, an estimation uses more information to come up with an educated guess. We also looked at landmarks: Maximum: the greatest. Minimum: the smallest. Range: difference between the max and min. Mode: the most frequent. Median: the middle number. Mean: the average. Homework: Study Link 2.5 - Due Friday, October 9 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we worked in our lettuce groups and learned about what roots are and how they help a plant survive. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued working on our Michigan Road Trip. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19- (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went to the Hiawatha Library! We also reviewed what makes a good introduction. An introduction is what starts your story. Today we looked at hooks (getting your readers attention right away) and cliff hangers (making your reader want to keep reading - a page turner). Then we tried writing our own introduction!
PROJECT: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Due Tuesday, November 10th EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over our 2.3 homework and learned more about place value. We went to the movies and watched a short video about place value and then we went to a rock concernt and listened to a song about place value. Check it out on the Puzzling Unit 2 webpage. Homework: Study Link 2.4 - Due Thursday, October 8 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we continued talking about plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued working on our Michigan Road Trip. Tomorrow will probably be the last day to work on it, so make sure you are working hard to finish on time. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - IMPORTANT - Hiawatha Hawk Walk is Wednesday, October 21 REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19- (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we learned about suffixes -or and -er. We looked at examples and practiced using them in a quick write.
Homework: Vocab 1.2 - Page 53 Homework: Title Talk: Book in a Box - Read through this at home and bring questions EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - We went over our Unit 1 SWYKs and filled out a Learning Plan. Homework: Study Link 2.1 - Due Wednesday, October 7 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we continued talking about plants. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - We continued working on our Michigan Road Trip. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Library books are due back tomorrow. REMINDER - Yellow Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduling Sheet - Due Friday, October 9 REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due ASAP REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due ASAP REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #3" will be on Monday, October 19- (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Study Link 2.3 - Due Tuesday, October 6 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we went to the MSU Children's Garden for our 2nd Seeds of Science Field Trip. First, we observed our lettuce and measured it. We compared the color to different green paint samples. Then we went outside to the garden and took "plant selfies" to try to identify different parts of a plant; seed, root, flower, leaf, fruit, and stem. Also, we went on a garden scavenger hunt exploring new parts of the garden. After lunch we learned about flower parts. Finally, we looked at hornworms and made observations. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #3 will be on Monday, October 19. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today we got our paychecks. REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished our Wordsmith "Say It" and we learned the rest of our vocab words for the week. Do you remember what these mean? (dock, yearning, migrating, scan, scent, wharf.) We also finished reading "Lewis and Clark and Me" by Laurie Myers and continued to focus on talking about author's purpose. The four different purposes we looked at were persuade, entertain, express, and inform. When we finished reading, we wrote an AWESOME paragraph that included an introduction, details/evidence, conclusion, and transitions. We also took our Spelling 1.2 SWYK
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about place value. For example, in the number 54,182 the 8 is in the tens place, the 5 is in the ten thousands place. The 1 is worth 100 and the 4 is worth 4,000. Homework: Study Link 2.3 - Due Monday, October 5 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #2 will be on Monday, October 5. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today was Hiawatha/OkemosDay! We also had a Flag dedication ceremony. Mr. C. opened the Room 430 Store. REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we did a Wordsmith "Say It" where we learned our vocab words for the week and then came up with quotes for cartoon characters to say using the vocab words. We also started reading "Lewis and Clark and Me" by Laurie Myers and focused on talking about author's purpose. The four different purposes we looked at were persuade, entertain, express, and inform.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.2 - (Finish and turn in by Friday 10/02 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK ALERT: Spelling SWYK 1.2 - Friday, October 2 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about number boxes which list numbers that are equivalent. This means they represent the same thing (or that they are equal). Homework: Study Link 2.2 - Due Friday, October 2 Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy video about plants and took notes so that we could answer questions. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #2 will be on Monday, October 5. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we continued to plan our Michigan Road Trip. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today was PJ Day! REMINDER: Spirit Week! - Monday: Color Day (4th grade wears Blue) - Tuesday: Picture Day - Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day - Thursday: PJ Day - Friday: Hiawatha and Okemos Day REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today went to library. Books are due back on Monday.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.2 - (Finish and turn in by Friday 10/02 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK ALERT: Spelling SWYK 1.2 - Friday, October 2 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: NHW Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we watered our plants from our field trip. We watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy video and learned about mass. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #2 will be on Monday, October 5. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we found out that we are going on a Michigan Road Trip. We will have to plan our trip and figure out how much food and gas we can get, and which attractions we can go to with our budget of $300. Homework: 4th Grade Flag Design - Due Tuesday, September 29 [OTHER] - Today was an Early Release day. REMINDER: Spirit Week! - Monday: Color Day (4th grade wears Blue) - Tuesday: Picture Day - Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day - Thursday: PJ Day - Friday: Hiawatha and Okemos Day REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we did a "Learning Snapshot" where we chose a picture of ourselves from yesterday's field trip, and then we wrote about it. We focused on word choice changing a "boring" word to something more interesting or detailed.
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.2 - (Finish and turn in by Friday 10/02 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK ALERT: Spelling SWYK 1.2 - Friday, October 2 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we had a Show What YOU Know. The SWYK was over geometry from Unit 1 Homework: NHW Homework: Look ahead to what we will be learning about in Puzzling on the Unit 2 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we did an experiment where we would drop things and see which items reached the floor first. We recorded this data. This experiment tested our ideas about gravity. Homework: NHW Optional HW: Explore the "Wonder Wall" Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #2 will be on Monday, October 5. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we talked about what skills it takes to be a great explorer. Some of our ideas were; be creative, have the necessary tools and materials required, be brave, smile, and have a positive attitude. Homework: 4th Grade Flag Design - Due Tuesday, September 29 [OTHER] - REMINDER: Spirit Week! - Monday: Color Day (4th grade wears Blue) - Tuesday: Picture Day - Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day - Thursday: PJ Day - Friday: Hiawatha and Okemos Day REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.2 - (Finish and turn in by Friday 10/02 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Homework: Unit 1 SWYK Self Assessment - Due Tuesday, September 29 Optional HW: Unit 1 Practice SWYK Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.8) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we went on a field trip to the MSU Children's garden. First, we talked about what different things in our world are made from plants (ex: paper is made from trees, furniture is made from trees and cotton.) Then we learned about the "Wonder Wall" and went on a scavenger hunt in the garden. After lunch, we set up our lettuce experiment. Finally, we went to the green house and talked about different biomes/environments. Homework: NHW Experiential Learning: Our next field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #2 will be on Monday, October 5. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: 4th Grade Flag Design - Due Tuesday, September 29 [OTHER] - REMINDER: Spirit Week! - Monday: Color Day (4th grade wears Blue) - Tuesday: Picture Day - Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day - Thursday: PJ Day - Friday: Hiawatha and Okemos Day REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - "Seeds of Science #2" will be on Monday, October 5 - (bring a sack lunch) REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - October Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today in Painting with Words, we talked about introductions. We read different books to get ideas about how to start a story. The introduction in "Rules" by Cynthia Lord showed that details and introducing interesting characters makes for a good introduction. "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White showed that a great "hook" (a very interesting first line) and dialogue can make for a great introduction. "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madelyn Langel showed another example of a great hook and how choosing interesting words can make a great introduction. Last, "Harry Potter" showed us that interesting characters and a suspenseful cliff hanger can create a great introduction. We also continued reading aloud in "Rules."
Homework: NHW Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.2 - (Finish and turn in by Friday 10/02 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK Alert: Reading Street SWYK - Friday, September 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed Unit 1 concepts. Optional HW: Unit 1 Practice SWYK Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.8) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW Experiential Learning: We will be taking a field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #1 on Monday, September 28. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Homework: 4th Grade Flag Design - Due Tuesday, September 29 [OTHER] - Happy Birthday Lucie! REMINDER: Spirit Week! - Monday: Color Day (4th grade wears Blue) - Tuesday: Picture Day - Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day - Thursday: PJ Day - Friday:Hiawatha and Okemos Day REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished reading this week's main selection "Because of Winn Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo. Some of us also finished our second Baseline Assessment for reading that will help us to measure our comprehension and vocabulary. We also continued reading a bit of our Read Aloud book "Rules" and had an important conversation about how the word "retarded" can be extremely hurtful and shouldn't be used to describe a person or a situation. We also discussed what we can do when we hear that word used. For example, standing up and saying that we don't like when that word is used and we think it is hurtful.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 42 - Due Friday, September 25 SWYK Alert: Reading Street SWYK - Friday, September 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed Unit 1 concepts and went over Study Link 1.8. This was important because it helped us understand the difference between just a polygon (straight lines, no intersections, and a closed shape) and a regular polygon (a polygon where all the sides are the same length and the angles are the same measure.) We took a Practice SWYK. Homework: If you didn't finish your Practice SWYK - Due Friday, September 25 Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.8) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today we watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy video about water pressure. Homework: NHW Experiential Learning: We will be taking a field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #1 on Monday, September 28. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we talked about flags - the different components, symbols, and what their purpose is. Then we started to design our 4th grade flag. Homework: 4th Grade Flag Design - due Tuesday, September 29 [OTHER] - REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Wednesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we read this week's main selection "Because of Winn Dixie." We also took a second Baseline Assessment for reading that will help to measure our comprehension and vocabulary.
Homework: Vocabulary - Page 42 - Due Friday, September 25 SWYK Alert: Reading Street SWYK on Friday, September 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed Unit 1 concepts while playing "Quick Questions." Then we started a "Draw A Superhero" with Geometry worksheet. Homework: IF you didn't finish your "Draw a Superhero" with Geometry worksheet, that needs to be finished by tomorrow, Thursday, September 24. Make sure you draw, color, and label your superhero. Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.8) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Today was our first day of switching. Homework: NHW Experiential Learning: We will be taking a field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #1 on Monday, September 28. * For more information about Science, check out Mrs. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C.) - Today we were introduced to EXPLORERS and we set up our EXPLORERS notebook. We also watched part of a video about the US Constitution. Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We had a guest teacher today. We also read to our K-Buddies in the library. REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Tuesday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we went over our vocabulary words. Can you use recalls, grand, memorial, or peculiar in a sentence? We also did Read Aloud and continued reading "Rules" by Cynthia Lord. We then did a quick write where we reflected on what it would be like to have to use a communication book. We also learned about sequencing - a reading comprehension strategy that can help us understand what we read better. Sequencing means to put the events of a story in the order that they happened.
Homework: NHW SWYK Alert: Reading Street SWYK on Friday, September 25 EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about constructing lines using a compass. We also worked with our compasses and tried to create different circular designs. Homework: Study Link 1.8 - Due Wednesday, September 23 Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.8) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW Experiential Learning: We will be taking a field trip to the MSU Children's Garden for Seeds of Science #1 on Monday, September 28. If you would like to order a box lunch, forms are due Wednesday, September 23. [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - $40 4th Grade Field Trip Donation - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - 4th Grade Student Homework Agreement Contract - Due Friday, September 25 REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took the baseline Reading Street SWYK to measure our comprehension - how well we understand what we read, our vocabulary - how well we understand what different words mean, and writing conventions - our ability to identify different parts of speech and sentences.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we learned about concentric circles - circles that share the same center point but have different radii. Circles that intersect at one or more point are called non-concentric circles. Homework: Study Link 1.7 - Due Tuesday, September 22 Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.7) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. SWYK ALERT: There will be a Show What YOU Know on Tuesday, September 29 over Unit 1. [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We had a guest teacher today. Mr. C. was at a Professional Development learning more about how to incorporate the student devices when they arrive later this fall! REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Friday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we took our first Spelling SWYK. We also started our Read Aloud - "Rules" by Cynthia Lord. So far, the book is about a 12 year old girl named Catherine whose younger brother, David, is autistic. Autism is a disability that impacts an individual in that they sometimes struggle with social norms and communication. David goes to a speech therapist to help him improve his communication. While there Catherine meets Jason, a young man who is confined to a wheel chair and can't communicate verbally (with his mouth.) Instead, he points to small illustrations or symbols to communicate. We also took the MAZE assessment which helps measure our comprehension ability -- or how well we can understand what we read.
Homework: NHW EVERYDAY: Read for at least 20 minutes! [MATH] - Today we reviewed our 1.6 homework and cut out our Polygon Pair-Up game cards. Then we were able to play the game with a partner later in the afternoon. We also took the 5 Minute Division SWYK. Homework: NHW Homework: Review all the lessons we have learned so far (1.1 - 1.6) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website. [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Mr. C. joined us for a little bit in PE today during capture the football! REMINDER - We will be going to "Seeds of Science" at the MSU Children's Garden on Monday, September 28 REMINDER - Curriculum Night was 9/16 - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Scholastic Book Orders - Due by tonight, Friday, September 18 REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP |
Thursday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we started Scholastic Scholars and looked at the BIG question of the first Unit - "What can we discover from new places and people?" Then we worked to write a complete and AWESOME paragraph. this included a introduction which started our paragraph, transitions which linked our ideas together and helped our paragraph flow, examples and evidence which help answer the question, and lastly we included a conclusion which summarizes the main idea.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.1 - (Finish and turn in by Friday, 9/18 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be an opportunity to Show What You Know in Spelling - Tomorrow, Friday, 9/18 [MATH] - Today we reviewed geometric shapes. We also learned how to construct circles with a compass. Then we inscribed a square. We also took our first 5 minute multiplication SWYK. Homework: Study Link 1.6 - Due Friday, 9/18 Homework: Review today's lesson (1.6) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website and look ahead to tomorrow's lesson (1.7). [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We celebrate a Room 430 birthday! Happy Birthday Lauren! We ratified our 4th grade constitution and signed it! This was a great way to celebrate Constitution Day! REMINDER - Curriculum Night was last night - please click here to get the PPT and information presented. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
WEDNESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we finished our "I used to... but now I..." poems.
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.1 - (Finish and turn in by Friday, 9/18 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be an opportunity to Show What You Know in Spelling - Friday, 9/18 [MATH] - Today we reviewed geometric shapes We did our Fall M-Cap which helps measure our ability with mathematical concepts and applications. We also learned about polygons. A polygon is a shape where all the sides are straight (no curved lines), the lines can't intersect, and it has to be a closed shape. We also talked about concave and convex polygons. Homework: Study Link 1.5 - Due Thursday, 9/17 Homework: Review today's lesson (1.5) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website and look ahead to tomorrow's lesson (1.6). [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We celebrate our first Room 430 birthday! Happy Birthday Maddie! REMINDER - Curriculum Night - TONIGHT - Wednesday, September 16th at 7:00 - 7:45 OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
TUESDAY
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - Today we started "I used to... but now I" poems. We talked about our first reactions to poetry and rated it on a scale of 1-10. Hopefully, by the end of the year, our ratings for poetry will be higher!
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.1 - (Finish and turn in by Friday, 9/18 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be an opportunity to Show What You Know in Spelling - Friday, 9/18 [MATH] - Today we reviewed geometric shapes like triangles (3 sides, 3 angels) quadrangles (4 sides, 4 angles), parallelograms (quadrangles with 2 sets of parallel sides), rectangles (quadrangles with 2 sets of parallel sides and 4 right angles), rhombus (quadrangles with all sides the same length), square (quadrangles with all sides the same length and 4 right angles), and trapezoids (quadrangles with only 1 pair of parallel sides) and a kite (a quadrangle where the two adjacent sides are the same length, but not all 4 sides are the same length). We did our Fall M-Comp which helps measure our computation ability. Homework: Study Link 1.4 - Due Wednesday, 9/16 Homework: Review today's lesson (1.4) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website and look ahead to tomorrow's lesson (1.5). [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We talked with Mrs. Fankhauser about autism. REMINDER - Curriculum Night - Wednesday, September 16th at 7:00 - 7:45 OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
Monday
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[LANGUAGE ARTS] - We introduced our spelling words for Unit 1 Week 1. We also talked about Spelling Scramblers. These are optional homework, but if completed by Friday, can earn you $5 Hawk Bucks!
Optional HW: Spelling Scrambler 1.1 - (Finish and turn in by Friday, 9/18 and earn $5 Hawk Bucks) SWYK Alert: There will be an opportunity to Show What You Know in Spelling - Friday, 9/18 [MATH] - Today we reviewed about line segments, lines, rays, and points. A line is a straight path that extends forever and ever in opposite directions. A line segment is a straight path jointing two points. The two points are called endpoints. Today we learned about angles (acute is less that 90 degrees, right is exactly 90 degrees, and obtuse is between 90 and 180 degrees), and geometric shapes like triangles (3 sides, 3 angels) quadrangles (4 sides, 4 angles), parallelograms (quadrangles with 2 sets of parallel sides), rectangles (quadrangles with 2 sets of parallel sides and 4 right angles), rhombus (quadrangles with all sides the same length), square (quadrangles with all sides the same length and 4 right angles), and trapezoids (quadrangles with 1 pair of parallel sides). Homework: Study Link 1.3 - Due Tuesday, 9/15 Homework: Review today's lesson (1.3) on the Unit 1 Puzzling website and look ahead to tomorrow's lesson (1.4). [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We started our bioglyphs. These will be on display in our hallways. We also visited the library today for the first time this year and learned about the "Gift a Book" program! REMINDER - Curriculum Night - Wednesday, September 16th at 7:00 - 7:45 OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Scholastic Book Orders - Due Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day - Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) - Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework - Due ASAP IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
Friday
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Homework: NHW [MATH] - Today we learned about line segments, lines, rays, and points. We got materials and supplies for our Puzzle Pouch. Homework: Study Link 1.2 - Due Monday, 9/14 [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We filled out our first job applications. These will help Mr. C decided who gets what job. We switch jobs about every month and a half. We practiced switching today and traveled to all the other 4th grade classrooms and talked about our 4th grade constitution. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Book orders went home today! Due Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) Due ASAP REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet Due ASAP IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework Due ASAP IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
Thursday
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Homework: NHW [MATH] - Today we learned that we are not doing math in Room 430. Instead we are doing PUZZLING! We also learned how to play Moggel - which is like Boggle, but with numbers Homework: Moggel - Due Tomorrow 9/11 [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - We talked about hawk bucks, we labeled our folders and notebooks. We talked to Mr. Kinzer about recess. We did a student scavenger hunt where we had to ask each other questions. We also learned about the BOOK NOOK and picked out a chapter book to read. We learned about emotions and some strategies to "reset" and Mr. C talked about his family. OPTIONAL - September Student Activity Calendar - Due ASAP REMINDER - Book orders went home today! These will be due on Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) Due Friday REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet Due Friday, September 11th IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework Due Friday, September 11th IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
Wednesday
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Homework: NHW [MATH] - Homework: NHW [SCIENCE] - Homework: NHW [SOCIAL STUDIES] - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - Today we talked about sharing lockers. We talked to Mr. Kinzer twice - once about the lunch room and once about car line. We filled in a super hero worksheet that tells all about ourselves. We colored in self portraits. We also did a classroom scavenger hunt. REMINDER - Book orders went home today! These will be due on Friday, September 18th REMINDER - Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 29th REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) Due Friday REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet Due Friday, September 11th IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework Due Friday, September 11th IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
Tuesday
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Homework: NHW [MATH] - Homework: NHW [SCIENCE] (with Mrs. Casler) - Homework: NHW * For more information about Science, check out Mr. Casler's website. [SOCIAL STUDIES] (with Mr. C) - Homework: NHW [OTHER] - REMINDER - Neon Yellow Emergency Cards (x2) (One for the office and one for Room 430) Due Friday REMINDER - School and Home Communication Sheet Due Friday, September 11 IMPORTANT - "Million Words or Less" Homework Due Friday, September 11 IMPORTANT - Room 430 Wordsearch (optional) |
A Message From Mr. C - "What a great first day! It was a pleasure meeting all of you today and I know we are going to have a great year. Today we had a nice welcome back assembly and got to see all our favorite teachers get their dancin' shoes on to the song "Watch Me Whip/Nae Nae" by Silento - then all of you joined in! Then we came back to Room 430 and talked about 4th grade and how you are all members of the HLC: Hiawatha Leadership Club. This means that during the year you will help provided the school with some much needed services and volunteering. These responsibilities include collecting recycling every other week, leading the school in the pledges and WHIA Hawk Radio on Fridays, washing lunch trays, gardening, and KB: Kindergarten Buddies! We started off HLC right away this year with meeting our buddies and helping them fill out an activity. After tjat we came back to the room and talked about lockers. Then it was outside for some fresh air. Wow - this day sure went by fast. I hope you had a great first day back and I look forward to seeing you tomorrow!"
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