Weekly Update

Writing

This past week in our writing unit, we participated in debates!  Students came up with some pretty persuasive reasons and evidence for their assigned point of view! 

We walked around the room to vote if we agree, "Yes," or disagree, "No,"
with each persuasive thesis.

Reading

We will finish reading "Wonder" on Monday, and we can not wait to see the movie on Tuesday!  What a special treat!  

Math

We have started Chapter 6, "Divide by a One-Digit Number," with estimating quotients.  This week we will start the traditional method for dividing, and we will continue it after break.  Again, it is important that your child knows their multiplication and division facts.  They should be practicing facts for fluency on a nightly basis.  

This week in rotations we worked on graphing. 
First, students asked the class a question to gather data. 
Then, they graphed their data using a variety of graphs. 

Science

This past week we continued to study the rock cycle and identify the three different types of rocks.  We also discussed weathering and erosion.  Our Chapter 5 Rocks Test will be the Friday after break, 12/1.  

Other Important Info.

• Our "Wonder" field trip is this Tuesday!  Students will want to make sure they are dressed warm or bring a jacket.  We are so excited!  
• There will be no school Wednesday, 11/22 - Friday, 11/24 for Thanksgiving Break!  Have a great holiday!