This Week

Tests coming up: this week Math Unit 6 on Wednesday.

In Reading we continue our study of the novel "Phantom Tollbooth." Students will independently read and complete the study guide sections for chapters 6 to 8 this week. There's a new list of words to learn for chapters 6 to 11. Everyone has a list of words and meanings in their binders. The vocab and spelling test for these words is the end of next week. PT study guide activities include reading each chapter, then writing reactions to the chapter in their journals; then doing web notes and study guide questions. The web notes break down each chapter into the familiar categories of identity, perspective, conflict and resolution. We are also keeping lists of all characters, places and figures of speech we encounter.

Our history research project about foods of Colonial America continues with note taking finishing up, finding supporting images, writing first draft of a six paragraph report (guidelines are in their binders) and developing a plan for a technology application. We will be in the computer lab working with Mrs. Baralt for the next three weeks on this project.

Next week tests include a quiz on Phantom Tollbooth chapters 6 to 11 scheduled for Thursday. And the PT 6 to 11 vocab/spelling test on Friday.

As mentioned during our Author Share event Friday...students are working on various story starters to practice writing short pieces of fiction.

What a great turn-out for the 4th grade show and celebration of our books. You're the greatest parents on earth.