The students worked so hard on their Latin play this unit! I cannot express how proud I am of all of them for the time they put into learning something so difficult. I am so impressed with what they learned and how well they learned it.
I can't say much about the next unit just yet, but I promise that there are many exciting things in store for the students. They are going to have so much fun!
News to Know
- Courtney is this week's snack helper. Quinn will be snack helper the week after Fall Break.
- Be sure to check this week's newsletter for information about November lunch.
- The teachers will be learning about SmartBoards on Monday, October 17. If you would like to help out by watching the third graders for the afternoon, please get in touch with me. I will have an assignment in place for them. Thanks!
Week of October 10 - 14
Language Arts
We will begin reading our new book (please send it on Tuesday so we can keep the unit a secret). This book is a little above grade level, so when it is sent home for Tuesday night reading, you may want to read to your child. We will also continue to discuss nouns.
Math
We will wrap up Topic 4 and take a test on Tuesday or Wednesday. I will send a study guide home for the test. We will also be taking the benchmark test this week. This test will cover Topics 1-4. It will not be for a grade, but can show some strengths and weaknesses in certain areas. If you have any questions or would like some extra practice for your child, please let me know! We will begin Topic 5: Multiplication at the end of the week. As students begin to learn their multiplication facts, it is important that they spend time each evening working on memorizing their facts. I will have a test for each number, and students will have to get 100% to go on to the next test. The kids are all so excited to start multiplication!
Conceptual
The Roman Empire has fallen. What now?
Science
We will continue learning about Earth's Resources, including the water cycle and water conservation.
