Reminder -
Monday is Family Day for Catholic Schools Week. Parents are welcome to join us in the classroom from 9 - 11 after breakfast at 8:30 in the cafeteria.
Hi Mike - hope you're feeling better.
Mrs. B. I responded with an email. Please let me know if you don't get it, but Monday is fine.
Weekend homework -
Think about the reasons we can be thankful for the work our police officers do for us. We will be celebrating their service to our community this week.
Upcoming tests -
Wednesday - word study
Thursday - SS (I'll give back the take home test on Monday so you can use it to study)
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Amanda - that's fine to add it.
Thursday Homework -
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Math - Practice sheet.
Study for test Friday on symmetry and congruent and similar shapes. If you are using the textbook, congruent and similar shapes begin on page 430 and symmetry begins on page 436.
Science - vocabulary sheet (both sides)
Writing -good (final) copy of fairy tale on looseleaf.
Reminder - SS test is due Friday
Wednesday Homework -
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Math - Study for test Friday on symmetry and congruent and similar shapes. If you are using the textbook, congruent and similar shapes begin on page 430 and symmetry begins on page 436.
Science - finish plant book. Remember, the final page is for your favorite plant.
Writing - have someone help you edit your draft for spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Reminder - SS test is due Friday
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Tuesday Homework -
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Math sheet - (both sides) Remember Test Friday on symmetry and congruent and similar shapes.
Religion - study for test on Wednesday - chapter 3
Word Study - sheets (Read one and answer questions on both sides of other)
SS - Take Home test due Friday
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Regarding the SS -
The lower right corner is supposed to be your prediction about how Grabber and his friends will act now that the Council has warned them and told the people to watch for them to do good.
Monday Homework -
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Math sheet - (both sides) Remember Test Friday on symmetry and congruent and similar shapes.
Religion - study for test on Wednesday - chapter 3
Finish SS page on Children of the Longhouse
Word Study - sheet (both sides)
Writing - Do a revised draft of your fairy tale on yellow paper, skipping lines. Remember to review the rubric before you do this draft. Have you included everything?
Monday, January 25, 2010
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Week of January 18 - 22
Reminder - the children all received a notice that those who ordered Econoboards can pick them up after school tomorrow in the lunchroom. Parents, children who have to pick up Econoboards will be dismissed to the lunchroom and should be picked up there. Everyone else will come out the regular way.
Responses -
Aisling - no, you did not have to take notes on the Readers Theater script - just fill in the chart if you find any of the elements we've discussed.
Ms. Jordan - I sent a note home with Brandon today. Yes, it's fine.
Mr. Blandino - no problem. He can do it over the weekend.
Thursday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
SS - Read pages in text book and complete sheet.
Math - sheet. Make any corrections on the homework I returned.
Word Study - write definitions from 2nd set of words in notebook and complete sheet 3A
Read Readers Theater script and fill in details from this play on the fairy tale chart.
Aisling - there was no extra question on the back of the sheet. I just said you should fill in the fairy tale chart with the info from Rhodopis and Her Golden Sandals. You can put it underneath what we did in class today.
Wednesday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Cinderella story sheet - This is the story called Rhodopis and Her Golden Sandals. For the chart, compare it with the story we read in class - The Golden Sandal by Rebecca Hickox.
Word Study - Lesson 3 words - copy definitions into Word Study notebook.
Religion - Re-read chapter 3 and do the lesson review on p. 52. Test next Wednesday.
Think about a person you know who is a good Samaritan.
Yes, you do have to do the part that says to write your own version of the current events story.
The school is taking up a collection for the people of Haiti. Anyone who wishes to contribute any amount to help should please send the money to school this week. We will be collecting from Wednesday through Friday. Thank you.
Monday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Writing - think about the "problem" for your fairy tale. If you think you are sure of it, write it in your Writer's Notebook.
Math - DHP - page 100 and addition/subtraction sheet
Current events - Read both sides of the Haiti sheet and complete the chart.
Religion - Write a prayer for the people of Haiti.
Complete the "Dream" sheet.
Word Study - write the definitions for the first set of Lesson 3 words in Word Study NB (Due Thursday).
Responses -
Aisling - no, you did not have to take notes on the Readers Theater script - just fill in the chart if you find any of the elements we've discussed.
Ms. Jordan - I sent a note home with Brandon today. Yes, it's fine.
Mr. Blandino - no problem. He can do it over the weekend.
Thursday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
SS - Read pages in text book and complete sheet.
Math - sheet. Make any corrections on the homework I returned.
Word Study - write definitions from 2nd set of words in notebook and complete sheet 3A
Read Readers Theater script and fill in details from this play on the fairy tale chart.
Aisling - there was no extra question on the back of the sheet. I just said you should fill in the fairy tale chart with the info from Rhodopis and Her Golden Sandals. You can put it underneath what we did in class today.
Wednesday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Cinderella story sheet - This is the story called Rhodopis and Her Golden Sandals. For the chart, compare it with the story we read in class - The Golden Sandal by Rebecca Hickox.
Word Study - Lesson 3 words - copy definitions into Word Study notebook.
Religion - Re-read chapter 3 and do the lesson review on p. 52. Test next Wednesday.
Think about a person you know who is a good Samaritan.
Yes, you do have to do the part that says to write your own version of the current events story.
The school is taking up a collection for the people of Haiti. Anyone who wishes to contribute any amount to help should please send the money to school this week. We will be collecting from Wednesday through Friday. Thank you.
Monday Homework
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Writing - think about the "problem" for your fairy tale. If you think you are sure of it, write it in your Writer's Notebook.
Math - DHP - page 100 and addition/subtraction sheet
Current events - Read both sides of the Haiti sheet and complete the chart.
Religion - Write a prayer for the people of Haiti.
Complete the "Dream" sheet.
Word Study - write the definitions for the first set of Lesson 3 words in Word Study NB (Due Thursday).
Monday, January 18, 2010
Award Day
The 2010 Newbery and Caldecott Awards were announced this morning.
Have you read any of them?
2010 Medal Winner
The 2010 Newbery Medal winner is When You Reach Me by Rebecca SteadTwelve-year-old Miranda encounters shifting friendships, a sudden punch, a strange homeless man and mysterious notes that hint at knowledge of the future. These and other seemingly random events converge in a brilliantly constructed plot.
2010 Honor Books
Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice by Phillip Hoose
Hoose reveals the true story of an unsung hero of the Montgomery bus boycott. Hoose’s work stands out for its creative approach to narrative biography. Colvin’s own recollections are merged seamlessly with the narrative voice, providing a uniquely personal view of Colvin and the Civil Rights Movement.The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate by Jacqueline Kelly
On the eve of the 20th century, 11-year-old Calpurnia awakens to new possibilities, and through her evolving relationship with her naturalist grandfather, learns to think like a scientist. Kelly’s rich, evocative language captures Callie’s distinctive voice and lively observations of the natural world.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg by Rodman PhilbrickA rich tapestry of stories, both original and traditional, transports readers to a fantastic world where Dragon joins Minli on a fortune-changing quest.
This rollicking yarn, presented through the voice of 12-year-old Homer, uses humor and pluck to mitigate the horrors of the Civil War.
2010 Medal Winner
The Lion & the Mouse illustrated and written by Jerry Pinkney
The screech of an owl, the squeak of a mouse and the roar of a lion transport readers to the Serengeti plains for this virtually wordless retelling of Aesop’s classic fable. In glowing colors, Pinkney’s textured watercolor illustrations masterfully portray the relationship between two very unlikely friends.
2010 Honor Books
All the World illustrated by Marla Frazee written by Liz Garton ScanlonRed Sings from Treetops: A Year in Colors illustrated by Pamela Zagarenski, written by Joyce Sidman
Info from the ALA website
You can find these and all the other books that were awarded prizes today on the Barnes and Noble website.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Message from Isabelle
- Isabelle posted this as a comment below but I wasn't sure everyone would see it in the comments. You can comment in reply here if you'd like.
Hi everyone! I miss you all! poor teressa about the needle thingy. :( Glad your reading Inkheart! Last monday i got twilight out of the library and i finshed it on wednesday. Oh, and guess what? I AM LEARNING TO SKI EVERY FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) its so fun!!!! hope you guys are having fun to! Bye! Isabelle
Monday, January 11, 2010
Week of January 11 - 15
Weekend homework -
Study for the Word Study test. I'm sorry for the inconvenience of postponing it (not that anyone seemed to mind).
Think about what you will write about your dream for the world to be a better place.
Mrs. B - I sent you another email.
Thursday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? How? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
Math - pizza sheet
SS - Write a letter offering Ohkwa'ri advice on what he should do about Grabber's plans that he overheard. In notebook.
Read through storytelling project packet.
Word Study - study! Test tomorrow
Wednesday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
No Math HW because of the test.
SS - finish whatever you didn't finish with the sub.
Word Study - sheets and study!
Tuesday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
Math - study for test.
Word Study - sheet (both sides) and study for test.
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Yes, there will be word problems on the Math test.
Aisling - the rat's friend is Botticelli.
Re-registration papers went home today.
Monday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
RRJ - reflect on any part of our discussion of Tale of Despereaux and write your thoughts.
Math - sheets Note: There are two review sheets to study and 4 sheets to work on. You should do the sheets labeled "It Figures" and "Perimeter Puzzle" as well as the two "Review of Third Grade" Area and Perimeter. If you brought home any of the others, you are not supposed to do them. We will work on them tomorrow together as a review.
Word Study - study for test (Friday)
The Math test is Wednesday so if there is anything about area and perimeter that is still confusing to you, write me a note about it.
Study for the Word Study test. I'm sorry for the inconvenience of postponing it (not that anyone seemed to mind).
Think about what you will write about your dream for the world to be a better place.
Mrs. B - I sent you another email.
Thursday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? How? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
Math - pizza sheet
SS - Write a letter offering Ohkwa'ri advice on what he should do about Grabber's plans that he overheard. In notebook.
Read through storytelling project packet.
Word Study - study! Test tomorrow
Wednesday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
No Math HW because of the test.
SS - finish whatever you didn't finish with the sub.
Word Study - sheets and study!
Tuesday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
Reading sheet - both sides. Remember to identify the type of question (Who? What? Why? When? Where? How much? How many? ) and label where in the paragraph you found the answer.
Math - study for test.
Word Study - sheet (both sides) and study for test.
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Yes, there will be word problems on the Math test.
Aisling - the rat's friend is Botticelli.
Re-registration papers went home today.
Monday Homework
Read for 20 minutes and record on log.
RRJ - reflect on any part of our discussion of Tale of Despereaux and write your thoughts.
Math - sheets Note: There are two review sheets to study and 4 sheets to work on. You should do the sheets labeled "It Figures" and "Perimeter Puzzle" as well as the two "Review of Third Grade" Area and Perimeter. If you brought home any of the others, you are not supposed to do them. We will work on them tomorrow together as a review.
Word Study - study for test (Friday)
The Math test is Wednesday so if there is anything about area and perimeter that is still confusing to you, write me a note about it.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Week of January 4 - January 8, 2010
Weekend homework -
Read
Complete the Science/SS/Art worksheet - the one on your clan animal. You should have it in your clan folder but it actually involves information for all three subjects.
Our classroom looked so CLEAN this afternoon. Thank you to everyone for your great work in cleaning up and reorganizing your stuff!
Have a wonderful weekend!
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To respond to a question about the math homework. When I say show the work, you don't have to write out the entire question, just show how you go the answer. For example - for problem number 1 - the sides of the triangle are 3, 3, and 5. To find perimeter you add the sides. So for your answer, you should show:
1. 3 + 3 + 5= 11 C
Just a reminder to the people sending comments to the Book Blog - I can't post them until you return the permission slip.
Homework -
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Math - COACH book - read page 146 and do pages 147-149 in Math Notebook. Show work.
Religion - Draw creation story
SS - Draw Iroquois creation story.
Yes, the tests are next week. If you look down below, I posted the dates and the topics for Math.
Michael - Fenway and Bart loved the presents. I took pictures that I sent you with the thank you note.
Wednesday Homework -
Library state project work due tomorrow. Remember - it doesn't have to be written up. Mrs. D. will work with you on it tomorrow.
Read 20 minutes and record on log
Religion - Read pages 161-164 and do exercise on 164.
Word Study - study definitions (text next Friday (January 15th)
Science - in your notebook, write an observation about the changes in your Three Sisters Garden. Include illustrations - either your own drawings or take a photograph.
SS - write a reflection on the video we watched ab out Native American storytelling. Remember - a reflection means writing about your thoughts or questions.
Math - test next Wednesday (January 13th) on area and perimeter.
Stephanie - I don't see any reason why you can't double-space the essay. It makes it easier to read that way. I will bring Inkspell for you. Promise!
Tuesday Homework -
Read for at least 20 minutes and record on new logs. Remember - your December log was already due so bring it in if you haven't yet.
Math - 2 sheets
Word Study -copy the hilighted definitions from the second half of the new words into your word study notebook and do the sheet
SS - finish the Native American sheet. Answer the questions in your SS notebook. YES, you have to do the last question. Think about the clans you chose and who you are sitting with. Those people are your clan members and the others in your group are the other clans in your village. The animal on your folder is your clan animal.
REMINDER: The What St. Ephrem's Means to Me essays are due to Mrs. D. tomorrow!
Also remember all the notices, including the one about Our Book Blog.
Welcome Back!!
I hope everyone is ready for a wonderful new year!
REMINDER: The What St. Ephrem's Means to Me essays are due to Mrs. D. on Wednesday.
Your Library State project is due on Thursday. I spoke to Mrs. D about this and she said you DO NOT have to have a final draft. You need to bring in the sheets that you have done and she will help you finish the research and work on writing it up.
Homework - Monday
Read for at least 20 minutes and record on new logs. Remember - December logs were already due so bring it in if you haven't yet.
RRJ - Write a letter to me telling me your status with Tale of Despereaux. Are you done? Finished up to page 234, etc. ALSO - tell me some of your thoughts about the book or at least what you have read so far.
Math - 2 sheets on area and perimeter
Word Study -copy the hilighted definitions from the new words into your word study notebook.
Read
Complete the Science/SS/Art worksheet - the one on your clan animal. You should have it in your clan folder but it actually involves information for all three subjects.
Our classroom looked so CLEAN this afternoon. Thank you to everyone for your great work in cleaning up and reorganizing your stuff!
Have a wonderful weekend!
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To respond to a question about the math homework. When I say show the work, you don't have to write out the entire question, just show how you go the answer. For example - for problem number 1 - the sides of the triangle are 3, 3, and 5. To find perimeter you add the sides. So for your answer, you should show:
1. 3 + 3 + 5= 11 C
Just a reminder to the people sending comments to the Book Blog - I can't post them until you return the permission slip.
Homework -
Read 20 minutes and record on log.
Math - COACH book - read page 146 and do pages 147-149 in Math Notebook. Show work.
Religion - Draw creation story
SS - Draw Iroquois creation story.
Yes, the tests are next week. If you look down below, I posted the dates and the topics for Math.
Michael - Fenway and Bart loved the presents. I took pictures that I sent you with the thank you note.
Wednesday Homework -
Library state project work due tomorrow. Remember - it doesn't have to be written up. Mrs. D. will work with you on it tomorrow.
Read 20 minutes and record on log
Religion - Read pages 161-164 and do exercise on 164.
Word Study - study definitions (text next Friday (January 15th)
Science - in your notebook, write an observation about the changes in your Three Sisters Garden. Include illustrations - either your own drawings or take a photograph.
SS - write a reflection on the video we watched ab out Native American storytelling. Remember - a reflection means writing about your thoughts or questions.
Math - test next Wednesday (January 13th) on area and perimeter.
Stephanie - I don't see any reason why you can't double-space the essay. It makes it easier to read that way. I will bring Inkspell for you. Promise!
Tuesday Homework -
Read for at least 20 minutes and record on new logs. Remember - your December log was already due so bring it in if you haven't yet.
Math - 2 sheets
Word Study -copy the hilighted definitions from the second half of the new words into your word study notebook and do the sheet
SS - finish the Native American sheet. Answer the questions in your SS notebook. YES, you have to do the last question. Think about the clans you chose and who you are sitting with. Those people are your clan members and the others in your group are the other clans in your village. The animal on your folder is your clan animal.
REMINDER: The What St. Ephrem's Means to Me essays are due to Mrs. D. tomorrow!
Also remember all the notices, including the one about Our Book Blog.
Welcome Back!!
I hope everyone is ready for a wonderful new year!
REMINDER: The What St. Ephrem's Means to Me essays are due to Mrs. D. on Wednesday.
Your Library State project is due on Thursday. I spoke to Mrs. D about this and she said you DO NOT have to have a final draft. You need to bring in the sheets that you have done and she will help you finish the research and work on writing it up.
Homework - Monday
Read for at least 20 minutes and record on new logs. Remember - December logs were already due so bring it in if you haven't yet.
RRJ - Write a letter to me telling me your status with Tale of Despereaux. Are you done? Finished up to page 234, etc. ALSO - tell me some of your thoughts about the book or at least what you have read so far.
Math - 2 sheets on area and perimeter
Word Study -copy the hilighted definitions from the new words into your word study notebook.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Nicolas, I don't have a photocopy of the test home with me so I don't know if maybe the shaded part didn't come out right when we copied it. This is what it should look like. Click on the picture and you should get it much bigger.
Caroline, sure, you can cut off the top of the bottle to let the plants continue to grow.
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