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In Readers' Workshop, students identified "Memory Moments" (flashbacks). We learned that when the author interrupts an action to share a memory, we have to stop and ask ourselves, "Why might this memory be important?" The answers to this question help us infer ideas about conflict and theme.  Ask your child what "conflict" means when we're talking about books (A: something the character struggles with for a long time/ throughout the book).

In Writers' Workshop, students added illustrations to their previous claims/ posts (see below).  The kids learned how to narrow a search to find illustrations from books they've read.  They then used the copy and paste shortcuts to insert images in their posts.  Ask you child the shortcut for copy and paste (A: CTRL + C and CTRL + V).

In Word Study, we explored the meaning of sympathy and identified people and characters who are sympathetic.

In Math Workshop, students collaborated with their math team to discover the formula for area. Next week we will have our Unit 2 Math Assessment.  As always, we'll spend time reviewing in class, and I'll send home a review.  Tentatively, the test is scheduled for Friday.

In Social Studies, students applied their knowledge of good citizenship to help them create an informational comic strip showing a good citizen.

Homework:

• Read 20 minutes 

Reminders:

• Unit 2 Math Assessment: Friday, November 6.

Classroom Supplies:

Kidblog Link:  https://kidblog.org/class/RES11/login

Thank you,

Mrs. O'Neill