I hope everyone is adjusting well to the new year! We are full steam ahead in 5th grade! Here's what to expect this week-
Science- We are continuing our study on Earth and Space. We are learning that the reason for the seasons isn't about the Earth's distance from the sun, but rather Earth's tilt on its axis! This week we will also learn about stars.
PRISM REMINDER- If your student is interested in and working on completing a PRISM investigation project, check out THIS POST or this Lindbergh link!
Writing- We are continuing our study of memoirs by finding and growing ideas, pushing our thinking, and adding depth to our writing by asking ourselves "What is the deeper theme or message we want to convey?" We are also studying and planning structures and will draft our first piece!
Math- We are continuing to work on chapter 8 with lessons on problem solving, least common multiple, using the ladder method, comparing fractions, and writing fractions as decimals and percents.
Reading- We are continuing to study social issues within our book club books. Students should be reading their assigned book club book in school and at home. When they reach their stopping point, they can continue reading their choice books. I am SO impressed by the amount of reading, deep thinking and conversing that is happening in our classroom!
Social Studies- We will study different European explorers and begin to discuss the colonies of Jamestown and Roanoke.
Reminders:
Wed. 1/13 is Early Release!
Mon. 1/18- No School!
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