In
Readers' Workshop we are finished our Unit on
Characters in Books.
The students have learned to look at the characters in the books they read as a friend. Many students have read through whole series and can tell someone all about the main character. We have learned that many fiction books have a problem and solution and we can understand the author's message. Many children have been reading for longer periods of time because they are so excited to read about the characters in their books.
Our next unit is
Reading Across the Genres. We will compare nonfiction books to fiction books on the same topic. We will continue to focus on comprehension strategies. Last, we are starting book clubs. The students will get into groups to read and reflect on books.
Writer's Workshop. Each student created a character that goes on realistic adventures.
The students are writing many stories. The excitement in the room about writing is awesome.
They can't wait to write and share the stories with friends and family.
In Math, we are finished Chapter 13, Addition and Subtraction to 40 and Chapter 11, Graphs.
The students learned many strategies to solve addition and subtraction to 40. Many were able to draw their thinking showing tens and ones. Some were able to show expanded notation. In addition, Being able to understand word problems before starting the solution is key.
Up next: Chapter 15: Calendar and Time then Chapter 17: Addition and Subtraction to 100. Over the summer your child may access online resources to help them practice their math:
www.gregtangmath.com or www. mathgames.com
Social Studies- We are learning about the Marketplace. We are reading books about and discussing: needs vs.wants, goods vs. services, and where many things are made with a close look a factories. We are also learning about coin values and counting mixed coins.
We will take the children to the Magic House in May and have them explore different jobs they could do when they grow up.
In Science, our next unit is about Air and Weather. During this science unit, the children will explore properties of air as it interacts with other materials and when it is put under pressure. We will observe, record and discuss the weather every day and discussed the types of instruments scientist use to learn about the weather. We will make parachutes, kites and windmills to extend our learning.
Important dates to remember:
Friday, May 3rd Early release
Friday, May 10th- Magic House Field Trip
Saturday, May 11th- Captain's Day at the Ballpark 1:15 Cards game
Thursday, May 243rd- All Library Books due
Friday, May 24th- Field Day
Monday, May 27th- No School, Memorial Day
Thursday, May 30th- Last Day- EARLY RELEASE
