This week we started learning about Mythology. The children are really enjoying this topic and have liked looking through the books we have in the classroom. We will read and discuss a variety of myths in the next few weeks.
In math we have continued to learn about measurement, focusing on using measurement skills and applying them to problems involving area and perimeter. You may have heard about the project we have been working on, designing a house for a ladybug family. The children are working int teams to complete this. Look for the finished house plans next week!
In science we have been working on learning about clouds and wind. We will have a science test next Friday on this topic. The children will receive a study guide on Monday.
During social studies, we began to discuss the monuments and memorials of Washington, D.C. Students were assigned a project this week, due on April 4th. We will create the final copy book at school on Monday, so that students can put their information in the book over the next few weeks. The students will have time to research the 4 monuments that they are learning more about during our technology time on Friday and during Reader's Workshop one or two days next week. Under the important links section to the right, your child can find a video about various monuments and memorials from DC, as well as a "social studies" links page. We watched parts of the video at school, and it is a great resource for this project. The socials studies links page also has some great Washington, D.C. sites listed. Of course, students are also welcome to find other resources.
From the Teacher's Desk
Report cards will be sent home next Friday, March 28th. The report card is one way for teachers to communicate with parents about school progress. We look at progress throughout the term on formal and informal tasks and complete the report card based on the information we collect. Once you receive your child's report card, please take some time to review it with him/her. If you have questions about information, your child may know the answer. Of course, after checking with him/her, if you have any questions about your child's report card, please don't hesitate to contact me. My contact information is below. Enjoy the first email of spring!
phone: 508-541-5261 ext. 2024
email: mertenk@franklin.k12.ma.us
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