Spring break is next week. I hope you all get a chance to do something fun! There are still some travel restrictions, so please let me know if you will be traveling to an “orange” state. I want to make sure I know how many friends will be remote the week we return. If you are traveling, please send a bag with them on Friday to bring home their textbooks and computer.
Math: We started a new unit this week. It’s a short unit, and they were all pleased with how easy it is. In this new unit, we are learning how to multiply with multiples of 10. So, we are solving equations such as 50x6. We took some time to review strategies that we’ve learned, such as using a number line. We also took some time to review the five properties of multiplication: identity, zero, commutative, distributive, and associative. When we come back from spring break, we will finish up the unit and review for the test. Over spring break, please have them continue to practice their math facts. Challenge them to begin thinking about fractions. Reading: The last few units have contained several things that we've learned already, such as expository text and sequencing events. Expository text is still our genre focus, and we enjoy talking about real-world things. As we learn about those awesome things, we are also reviewing how to put events in order. It was refreshing to see them remember some important pieces from our sequencing unit that was back in September! Science: We are moving through chapter 4. We started a lesson on climate change this week, and I expressed how this was one of the most important lessons of this chapter. I put forth a challenge for them to become mini scientists/teachers and teach others about the things we are learning. They are the future, and the world is theirs. They will need to know how to identify a problem and generate ideas to solve those problems. I know for a fact that these guys will protect Earth and its resources. Important Dates:
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