April 29th-homework

Writing-We will continue typing more of our poems tomorrow so please be revising and editing them tonight so that you are ready to type.

Math-Dyna Math magazine is due Friday, May 8th.

Tesselations

Recently, we studied tesselations and learned that they are created when a shape is repeated over and over again with no gaps or overlaps. We then created our own. Here are the steps we followed if you would like to give it a try:

1. Cut out a perfect square. (We used a 4x4 square, but any will work.)

2. Draw some kind of line (must be made up of only straight edges) from the top of the square to the bottom and from the left to the right.

3. Label each square that you have just drawn accordingly with NE, NW, SE, and SW.

4. Cut out along the lines so that you have 4 figures.

5. Lay the squares on a surface as they were before you cut them out.

6. Swap the NE with the SW and the NW with the SE.

7. Tape the figure together so that none of the edges overlap.

8. Place your figure on the corner of a piece of paper, trace around it, and repeat. Each figure should fit perfectly into the one next to it.

9. Finally, choose two colors for your design and you have created a beautiful tesselation!

April 28th-homework

Reading-Complete the character schedule worksheet if you have not already done so-it's due tomorrow.

Writing-Make sure you have 3 poems ready to publish for tomorrow morning.

Math-Leap students-Study for Chapter 15 test, Other students-Correct your math test for 2 points for each corrected question

We are going to the book fair tomorrow morning at 9:30. This is the ONLY time we are going as a class so please bring money tomorrow if you plan to buy something. All the books are buy one, get one free!

April 27th-homework

Reading-Character Schedule WS on your reading group book-due Wednesday

Writing-Poet evaluation sheet due tomorrow

Spelling-Study your words for the test Friday

Math-Study for the Chapter 15 test tomorrow

Science-Finish study guide-Test next Monday

Spelling this week

For Spelling this week we are focusing on words that end with a long /i/ or long /e/ sound. We have talked about how the long /i/ sound can be spelled with ie, y, and igh. The long /e/ sound can be spelled with y, ie, i, and ee. Some words from our list are shy, satisfy, autobiography, and responsibility. Our bonus words from the content areas are municipal, federal, citizen, government, and tesselation.

Friday, April 24th-homework

Reading-Book choice for book project is due Monday! Make sure you choose a book at your level.

Math-WS 15.6, Don't forget the Chapter 15 test is this Tuesday!

Social Studies-If you forgot your hanger today, make sure to bring it on Monday or you won't be able to complete the project with us.

Have a great weekend and enjoy the weather!

Poetry Reading

During Writer's Workshop today, we made some invitations for our Poetry Readings on Friday, May 15th at 1:30. Each child can invite up to two guests to come to room 217 on this day. You will hear the students recite some original poems they have memorized and will see a video presentation of one of each child's poems. Following the readings, we will head down to the cafeteria to enjoy some lemonade and cookies. We hope you can join us!

April 23rd-homework

Spelling-Study for your test tomorrow and finish writing your 20 sentences. This should be one sentence for each word.

Math-WS 15.4

Science-Use ikeepbookmarks.com to finish your notes on soil

Social Studies-Please bring in a hanger if you have not already done so.

Make sure you play outside tonight too! It feels like summer!

Earth Day Paragraphs

Everyone had great ideas on how they could help the Earth. Hopefully we can practice those ideas all year long! Here are three of our paragraphs on ways to help the Earth.

Kayla

Earth Day is a national holiday that everybody should participate in. I love being "green". I think being green means to do what you think helping clean the Earth is. For example, every day I walk to and from my school. That way, the gas from our car doesn't pollute the air. Do you realize that 261 days, or the entire school year, I walk? That's just my way of being "green". Maybe you can ask your mom or dad about how you can participate in my favorite holiday, Earth Day!

Jessie

A thirsty world is what our world is. Over half of all water wasted is used in the bathroom. When you wake up in the US you don't have to ask "Is there water?" Save water by brushing your teeth with no water running. Help the Earth!

Michael B.

To save energy for Earth Day I will turn off the water while I brush my teeth because that is one of the biggest threats to the world. It's one of the biggest threats because noone does it. Also, because it wastes gallons of water. And maybe because if everyone did, our Earth would probably be saved. That is why I'll turn off the water while I brush my teeth.

April 21-homework

Reading-3 Wishes WS is due tomorrow-Make sure you use characters from your group book.

Writing-Continue to think like a poet and come up with some poems! Study your spelling words for the test on Friday.

Math-Worksheet 15.2, Chapter 15 test is next Tuesday, April 28th.

Social Studies-When thinking about Earth Day for tomorrow, write at least one paragraph about how you can help the Earth. This should be a well written paragraph with complete sentences, and correct grammar and punctuation.

Poetry

Here are some of our amazing poems that are in the works as we explore different types of poetry this month. We are getting used to "thinking like poets" at school and at home!

MAP Testing

Yay! We have finally finished MAP testing! I am SO proud of all the kids for their hard work on this test and know that they each tried their best. We are now getting back to our regular schedule, but I have some exciting projects planned so that our minds don't wander too soon into summer vacation! Be on the lookout for a handout that explains a fun book project and for information on our upcoming Poetry Reading.

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