Hey all! Sorry for the delay in posts lately! Take a look at what is going on across all subject areas this month!
Reading: We have just begun our next unit on Non Fiction. We first learned that there are two main types of non fiction: expository and narrative. Ask your student if they remember what the difference is! We will first be focusing on ways to read expository fiction. The 4th graders have also stocked their book boxes with all types of non fiction, but are also still reading battle books, and independent choice books. We continue to individually conference during, but have also begun some different strategy groups and book clubs tailored to students needs.
Writing: We have just begun our essay writing unit. We started the unit off by learning about boxes and bullets (main idea and supporting details) as well as writing a thesis statement/ sentence. We then began writing essays based on these thesis statements (in our box) and the supporting details we wrote down as our bullets.
Math: We have just began unit 4 which centers primarily on decimal points. We are learning how to add, subtract, order, and turn fractions into decimals and decimals into fractions. During math we have many groups working with these concepts in different ways, whether it be in a small learning group, with a teacher, with the use of technology, or in an extension. Look for study links to come home on a nightly basis.
Word Work: We started a new word program recently that focuses on word creation, word patterns, and word parts. Students work through different activities with words and patterns at their level. In general work within this program is done at school, but occasionally some home work may be given as practice.
Social Studies: Currently in Social Studies students see Mrs. Michalak every day, and are developing an understanding of WI geography. Most recently they have been discovering the regions of WI
Important Dates:
12/6/13: Report Cards sent home: please let me know if you have any questions
12/9/13: Book Fair Begins (purchases can be made during both library time, or passes will be given during the day, the fair will also be open after both holiday performances on Tuesday and Friday)
12/11/13: Half Day
12/13/13: 3rd and 4th grade holiday performance.
