Tuesday, November 26
Today in Math we reviewed writing an expression with a variable to express a pattern rule, and then corrected textbook page 8 (Number Patterns and Pattern Rules). A reminder that textbook pages 11-12 (Using Patterns to Solve Problems), questions 1-4 is due tomorrow, and we will correct it together in class. It is important for students to complete these assignments on time, in order to practice and reinforce the skills we have been working on in class, and to uncover any areas that require further support. We will also be having a check-in about patterns on Thursday, so students may want to review concepts from this unit before then.
In French, we began exploring vocabulary related to clothing.
In Language Arts, we continued our work with writing and identifying complete sentences by reviewing what sentence fragments are, looking at different examples, and then expanding on fragments to create a complete sentence with both a subject and a predicate/verb.
We also began exploring a new website resource, Dreamscape, which is an online tool to help students practice reading comprehension and to reinforce Language Arts vocabulary. Like Prodigy, this website should adjust to a student's individual level over time and provide work at their reading level. Students are encouraged to further explore this game at home!
In Social Studies, we discussed the information that students have gathered and recorded about the Cordillera region of Canada. Students were encouraged to add any jot notes that they did not already have. We then discussed what a travel brochure might include and what its purpose is, and students began creating brochures to encourage people to visit the region while also communicating their understanding and learning.
In French, we began exploring vocabulary related to clothing.
In Language Arts, we continued our work with writing and identifying complete sentences by reviewing what sentence fragments are, looking at different examples, and then expanding on fragments to create a complete sentence with both a subject and a predicate/verb.
We also began exploring a new website resource, Dreamscape, which is an online tool to help students practice reading comprehension and to reinforce Language Arts vocabulary. Like Prodigy, this website should adjust to a student's individual level over time and provide work at their reading level. Students are encouraged to further explore this game at home!
In Social Studies, we discussed the information that students have gathered and recorded about the Cordillera region of Canada. Students were encouraged to add any jot notes that they did not already have. We then discussed what a travel brochure might include and what its purpose is, and students began creating brochures to encourage people to visit the region while also communicating their understanding and learning.
Overdue Work:
- Wetland Plant and Animal Research
- Cultural Artifact Museum Reflection
- French Number Booklet
- October Quote Reflection
- "Mon Monstre" (for French)
- Diversity Venn Diagram (for Social Studies)
- Metric Monster
- Aurora Borealis Art
- November Quote Writing
- Save the Wetlands Project
- Mystery Suitcase Story
- The Boundless storyboard chapter one picture and summary
Upcoming Due Dates:
- Math textbook pages 11-12 - Questions 1-4: *DUE Wednesday, November 27*
- Math Tree problem: *DUE Thursday, November 28*
- Stress Management Plan visual journal page: *DUE Friday, November 29*
- This visual journal page should include:
- Stressors (what causes you stress)
- Strategies for managing stress
- Why is it important to manage stress?
- How can we support others?
- French Weather & Seasons visual journal page: *DUE Wednesday, December 4*
Important Dates:
- Math Pattern Check-in: Thursday, November 28
- Science Fair Meeting: Thursday, November 28 at 12:30
- Facial Hair Friday (in support of Movember): Friday, November 29
- Deck the Halls: Friday, November 29
- In-Line Skating: Monday, December 2 - Wednesday, December 4
- Pizza & Movie Night: Thursday, December 5 from 6:00-9:00 pm
- PD Day (No School): Friday, December 6