Dear families,
I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter! I know the students really enjoyed colouring their eggs and making Easter cards.
April is going to be a busy and exciting month! Here is what our week will look like:
In Language Arts, the students are going to work on the good copy of their Fables. They will peer-edit and conference with the teacher. As you know, our Amazing Reading Challenge has started and students are encouraged to engage in independent reading when all their assigned work is complete. There will not be a new spelling list this week; we will start List 23 next Monday.
In Mathematics, we are continuing our Chapter 8 lessons. The grade 2 students are working on subtraction problem solving questions, while the grade 3 students are solving word problems regarding area in square units. The math drill will take place next week.
In Science, the grade 2 students have been assigned a watercraft project. An outline has been sent home with all the pertinent information. I look forward to seeing their wonderful ideas be transformed into buoyant watercrafts. Excellent brainstorming today boys and girls!
In Social Studies, the grade 3 students will be receiving a project outline tomorrow. They will be asked to create a diorama that contains all the aspects of either a pioneer (house, school, store etc). They will also be writing a report to explain their information and learning. This is an exciting project that involves planning and creativity. Happy building!
Have a fantastic week everyone!
Sincerely,
Ms. Bertone
Important Reminders:
-The whole month of April is dedicated to our Amazing Reading Challenge: keep those pages turning
-As you read, think about the 5 story elements and the big idea
-Please sign agendas every evening to ensure all homework is complete
-Family Gathering for First Communion: Saturday April 6, 2013 at 10:00 am
-Family Gathering for First Communion: Saturday April 6, 2013 at 10:00 am
