Homework Update

In Writers' Workshop, we looked at a mentor text, Sharks by Seymour Simon.  We noticed that in his writing he doesn't simply list facts (listing facts is very typical in third grade writing). Simon balanced facts with ideas. One way information writers stretch out their facts/ writing is by adding comparisons.  The real goal here is we want students elaborating on facts and introducing ideas; we don't want a list of facts. Check out some examples below.

In Readers' Workshop, students worked independently to grow ideas about and identify possible themes in "Boar Out There".  Ask your child what strategy they used (A: process chart, considering problem and solution, or famous last words).

In Math Workshop, students used base ten blocks to show multi-digit multiplication expressions.  They also practiced multi-digit multiplication and solving multi-step word problems at stations.

In Science, students set up their notebooks for our next experiment.  We're still trying to determine the names of our same mystery powders.  During this experiment, we'll test to see which powders form solutions and which form suspensions.  We may or may not get to actually test the powders today.  I'll post pictures when we do.

A note about homework:  I will not be sending home any math homework for the rest of the year; however, please encourage your child to practice their multiplication/ division facts, if necessary.  Additionally, try to keep them reading (even over the summer)-- 20 minutes a day makes a huge difference (see below; note the percentiles on standardized tests...).

Homework: 

• Practice multiplication/ division facts (if necessary)
• Read 20 minutes  

Reminders:

• Unit 8 Assessment: Due back at your earliest convenience. 
• Class Picnic: Monday, June 13 (11:10-12:20)

Classroom Supplies:

• Dry erase markers

Kidblog Link:  

• https://kidblog.org/class/RES11/login

Thank you,

Mrs. O'Neill