Week 5 August 5-9

This past week in reading we studied point of view. We read 2 versions of the three little pigs told from the wolf's point of view and the traditional version from the pigs' viewpoint.  The traditional version is third person omniscient and the "alternative" version is in first person.  We had some great conversations about the similarities and differences between the two books.  We also worked on using context clues to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Next week we will be studying theme.

We wrapped up the mineral piece of our investigation and the students spent most of the week working on their birthstone projects. They identified their birthstones, found pictures, discovered where they are found, physical properties, and interesting facts. The projects will all be displayed in the halls when they are completed. ( and pictures taken of course...)

Next week we will begin learning about the rock cycle.

In math we continued working on word problems, regrouping, and place value.  After we took our assessment earlier in the week, we began some early studies of multiplication.  We did some more place value break downs to help us when we get into larger multiplication. We worked with factors and began investigating prime and composite numbers.  We will continue this investigation through next week and will move into multiplication.

Starting this week there will be a heavy emphasis on multiplication skills, so if your child has not mastered basic fats, please work with them. We will have another mighty multiplier quiz this week too.

In writing we wrapped up our graphic organizers and began using them to draft the first copy of our narratives.  We will g through the writing process this week and hopefully publish by the end of the week.  The next piece will be an unassisted prompt. 

Specials for the week are:

Media

Computer

Art

PE

Music