This week we had our final math assessment on Unit 1. Overall, the class performed very well. Things to practice at home are skip counting and saying numbers. We will be moving on to practicing our math facts. The new unit begins with addition facts. Please keep in mind that every night when math homework is sent home there should be a sheet of classwork with it. The homework is almost identical to the classwork so therefore it should be helpful in figuring out the homework.
We also started a new unit in reading all about animals. This week we focused on how animals adapt to survive. We read stories about several animals and the different ways in which they adapt. Did you know meerkats burrow in tunnels to stay cool in the warmer temperatures?
We went to the computer lab and we researched three facts about an animal that helps it adapt. Then the students each created a poster about their animal.
This week in science the students were given a challenge to create a roller coaster with our runways and marbles. The students were asked to create hills and loops in their roller coaster. The students had a great time and were all able to complete the challenge. They began to figure out how high the beginning of the roller should have been and how to manipulate the runway to achieve their goal.
In social studies we continued working on our map unit. We began using a map grid and coordinates. We also discussed a compass rose and its purpose.
Lastly, this week we had a JDRF assembly about juvenile diabetes. This is a fundraiser we have done successfully over the past few years and are excited again to be a part of it. Of course the best part is the teacher dances that follow our fund drive. The dances have yet to be announced but I am sure we will a sight to see as always. Remember to send in change for the students to add to the jars!!!
Hang is there......
