Everyone you meet knows something you don't know. Be willing to learn from them. ~ Anonymous
Here is what we are learning this week:
Reader's & Writer's Workshop:
- Completed weekly reading logs are due back each Monday and must be signed by the parent.
- Final literature extension will be due on May 7th.
- Literacy Focus: We will be reading the book Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne. Throughout this class read we will be blogging and doing various activities.
- Students will be analyzing the early battles of the Civil War, identifying the major battles, and describe the surrender of General Lee to General Grant.
- Aunt Brenda will be coming on Friday to share with us about quilts and the Underground Railroad.
- A letter went home the Friday before spring break asking for volunteers for our Civil War camp in May. If you did not receive the letter please click on the link provided to read the letter: Call for Camp Disney Volunteers
- MAP Review - We will review skills learned in preparation of MAP testing.
- We are continuing our Fractions, Decimals & Percents Unit. There will not be homework due to MAP Testing.
Science/Health:
- MAP Review. The science portion of MAP testing will be next Wednesday and Thursday.
Spelling:
- We will not have a spelling tests during MAP testing.
- Students will be required to complete spelling assignments and projects in class.
Other Items of Interest:
- MAP Testing continues Tuesday-Thursday. Please make sure your child gets plenty of rest and a good healthy breakfast to start their day. Thank you for your support during this time of testing.
Mrs. Baker & Mrs. Hughes
