The last few weeks before winter vacation are always a very fun, but hectic time. This week we juggled extra band and chorus rehearsals, field trips and assemblies.
In Math we continued to study decimals up to the thousandths place. We will finish unit four before vacation, starting fresh with unit five in January. Unit five focuses on multi-digit multiplication. We will learn the Partial Products algorithm as well as the traditional algorithm. A tutorial on Partial Products can be found here.
In Reading and Writing we began the week by reading a short story called "When You Were Small" by Sara O'Leary. Students them began writing their own short stories called, "When I Was Small." We wrote, revised and edited all week! Some students began their final drafts on Friday. Final drafts will have illustrations! We are hoping to have these go home on Friday. I have several writing pieces that I've held on to for report card purposes. Now that report cards have been sent home, I will send home the writing pieces next week.
Report Card envelopes need to be returned to school no later than Friday, December 21st. The contents of the envelop can be kept at home (I have the originals at school, you have copies).
Our Winter Mug Exchange is Friday, December 21st. If you would like to volunteer to bring something in and haven't yet, you still have time! I'll be sending an email out tomorrow to those that have already volunteered. Thank you! We are still looking for some paper products, fruit kabobs and hot cocoa.
Thank you for sharing your children with me this year. They are such a wonderful group. Hug them tightly this weekend!
Hello, I would love to see what your students are doing!
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Sara O'Leary
Awesome! We would love to share! Our neighbors next door are also writing a story inspired by your book. When we're finished we will definitely share with you. :)
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