Newsletter- Week of January 8th - January 12th

                                    

Newsletter Weekly Update: Jan. 8 - Jan. 12, 2017

Language Arts

After the break we will continue with our realistic fiction reading and writing units. Book clubs will continue as well and many children will begin a second book with their book club group. In writing, the focus will shift from planning to drafting and their stories will begin to take shape.

Math

Students will have the opportunity to recognize fractions using visual models. They will be introduced to vocabulary that they will need to know in order to understand fractions

Science/ Social Studies

Our Earth Changes unit will begin after camp.

Resources

December break is here!  Now is the time to support your child with... READING...Encourage your child to relax with a book during vacation.  SNAP A PHOTO of them reading on a beach, on a train, on a plane or even in their favorite spot at home!  Have them bring it in to share during class meetings in January. WRITING...Encourage your child to document their vacation.  Maybe they can keep a journal or collect items from travel such as plane tickets and photos.  They might even want to document their vacation on Google Slides!  Have them bring it in to share during class meetings in January.

Announcements

School resumes on January, 8th. Camp is coming on 10 and 11 January.  Please talk with your child about their thoughts and feelings.  This experience can create excitement and nervousness. Camp Information Presentation Camp Packing List

Celebrations

Please see your class blog or class website for individual class celebrations.