Monday, February 15, 2016

This Week in Room 33! Feb. 16-19



Thank you, thank you for all the WONDERFUL treats, gifts, chocolate, and coffee from Valentine's Day- I really am the luckiest teacher! 

Also-- thank you SO much for all your trail mix donations- the kids had a FUN day and we really appreciated all the goodies! We even have extras for students who may forget/need a snack! :) I hope everyone enjoyed their 3-day weekend thanks to President's Day! 

Here's what to expect this week in 5th grade-

Science- We will be learning about Newton's laws of motion this week.

*Reminder- For those who are working on PRISM, projects are due Tue., Feb. 16th! 
Concord's Makers' Fair/Science Night is Thurs. Feb. 18th- EVERYONE is welcome! Please see the below link to sign up your 5th grader to volunteer- we still have some empty time slots! Thank you to those that will be helping out!

Calling all 5th Graders! Concord needs YOU! 
Is your 5th grader looking for service hours? We need 5th grade volunteers to help out at Concord's Maker's Fair/Science Night on Feb. 18th from 3:15-4:15, 4:15-5:15, and 5:15-6:15. Check out the sign-up genius below to sign up for a time slot. 


Writing- We are beginning our next unit on research-based argument essays! We will investigate to understand an argument, research both sides of an issue, flash draft, and use evidence to build our arguments further.

Math- Our fractions unit test (ch. 8-10) will be on Friday. We will be problem solving by drawing diagrams and reviewing past lessons to prepare. Students will receive a study guide this week to help and can also use their textbook for extra practice at home. 

Reading- In reading, we will also be studying arguments and advocacy! This week we will organize an ethical research life to investigate an issue within research teams.

Social Studies- We are studying the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies.

Reminders:
This Thurs. 2/18- Science Night! 
This Fri. 2/19- Spring Pictures!
Fri.- Fractions Unit Test Ch. 8-10

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