During math, we have been working at extending and applying our knowledge of geometry concepts through projects. We worked to create a town based on certain criteria, and will move on to creating designs using lines and angles. The children have enjoyed these projects!
We continue to read about Charlotte and Wilbur, using the reader's theater model. Our students are enjoying "voice acting". They are able to show their understanding through their expression. Our class discussions have been rich, and we have made several connections between the characters in Charlotte's Web and those in The One and Only Ivan. We also finished our Charlotte's Web puzzle on Friday!
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During Writer's Workshop, we continue to work on researching our nonfiction topics, with a focus on adaptations. This natural connection to science has been motivating for the students, and has allowed them to delve deeper into their learning. Our research is completed using books as well as the internet, and we are collecting our facts using colored index cards.
This week we enjoyed 2 Skype visits! We were treated with a virtual field trip from the Joshua Tree National Park in California. During this visit, we learned about the park, as well as the plants and animals that live there. It was a terrific experience! Later in the week, we enjoyed a Mystery Skype with a school from Arizona! (Thank you to Mrs. Zarrella for connecting us!). This is a wonderful way to apply our geography knowledge while meeting friends from around the country. We will continue our travels to the Southwest Region of the US in the coming week. Students have begun to improve their knowledge of states and capitals, in order to prepare for our culminating social studies event, The Amazing Race.
Our science exploration is focused on magnetism and electricity. Students will explore building circuits this week.
Rock Poetry Day was a HUGE success! Music lyrics are a wonderful form of poetry, and the students enjoyed analyzing them in a new way. We visualized others' lyrics, and shared our thinking about the songs. What a wonderful way to connect our study of poetry to something the children understand!
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| Thank you Mrs. Williams for Skyping with us on Friday! |
On Friday afternoon, we learned how to tie our t-shirts for Tie Dye Tuesday. We worked together, and are excited to see how our designs turn out! Stay tuned!
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