Happy New Year!

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Winter Break!!  Happy 2014!!

Thursday, December 19th

HOMEWORK

READ!!

Hope everyone had a great time at the Holiday Party!  A BIG thank you to Mrs. Flynn for all her help with the party.  Tomorrow is Pajama Day and a Half Day.  Bring a snack but not your lunch.  Dismissal is at 11:10 AM.

Wednesday, December 18th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ!
Language - Study for your DOL Test!
Math - Journal P. 140 - 141
Social Studies- First 3 pages in packet; Study for your DOG test!
Science - Study for your test!  Use your Study Guide!

Tomorrow is wear a Holiday hat or wear holiday colors!!   HO! HO!!

Tuesday, December 17th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ!
Math  - Worksheet and Study Link 5-4
Science - Start studying your Study Guide; Test on Thursday

Tomorrow we will be visiting the Book Fair.  If you want to purchase anything from the Book Fair, please bring your money!!

Have a wonderful evening!!

Monday, December 16t

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ for your 20 minutes
Language - December worksheet due tomorrow!
Math - Journal P. 132-133, 135-136
Social Studies - Research - if necessary!  Last day in the Computer Lab tomorrow!!

Have a great evening!!

Friday, December 13th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ for your 20 minutes; Reading logs are due on Monday!
Math - Study Link 5-3
Social Studies - Research for your Explorer Report -  if you think you need more information!  Monday will be the last time that we will be in the Computer Lab.

Other - Get your Progress Report note and your Friday Folder sheet signed!! Please bring your Holiday Party money ($2) in by Monday!

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Thursday, December 12th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish the comprehension questions for "James Forten"; Study your vocabulary words; READ for your 20 minutes
Language - Study for DOL test; Remember to get your DOL/DOG test signed from last week.
Math - Journal P. 131
Social Studies - Study for DOG test! 

Wednesday, December 11th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ; Do questions #1-4 on comprehension questions
Language - Practice Book P. 165-166
Spelling - Pretest corrections (Several students did not do this!); packet
Math - Study Link 5-1 and 5-2

Students were suppose to get their DOL/DOG test signed.  MANY of them did not get them signed.  Please do this!  Students are not studying for their DOG tests each week.  They are doing poorly on these tests each week!!

Tuesday, December 10th

HOMEWORK

Reading/Spelling/Language - Practice Book P. 157 - 164; Correct Pretest; READ for your 20 minutes
Math - Journal P. 127 - 128

Stay warm!!

Friday, December 6th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read!  You should be reading at least 20 minutes each day.  Be sure to be filling out your Reading Log.  I will check it on Tuesday!

Social Studies - We worked in the Computer Lab today on their Keynote Presentation.  Students need to organize their research in order to make it easier for them.  If they think that they need more information,  they should research over the weekend.

Enjoy your weekend!!

Thursday, December 5th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Study your vocabulary words; READ for your 20 minutes (This is mandatory! Since their is not a December Book Report, everyone is expected to read each day.)
Language - Study for your DOL Quiz!
Math - Math test tomorrow!  Review your Study Guide!!  If you got any wrong, corrected them so you know how to do these problems.
Social Studies - Study your DOG!

Stay warm!!

Wednesday, December 4th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 154-155; Comprehension Questions - Due Friday
Spelling - Packet - Due tomorrow!; Study for tomorrow's test!!
Math - Study Guide packet; last 2 problems on small Study Guide; back of the Variable worksheet - We are preparing for Friday's test!!

Have a great evening!!

Tuesday, December 3rd

HOMEWORK

Spelling/Language - Practice Book P. 148-150; 152-153; Correct Pretest
Math - Study Link P. 85, Journal P. 117, Study Guide (only do the ones that we starred)

Tomorrow we will will visiting Santa's Secret Shop.  Please remember to bring your money and the form to guide you.  Wednesday is the ONLY day that we are attending this event!!

Enjoy your evening!!

Monday, December 2nd

HOMEWORK

Math - Journal P. 113-114
Reading/Language - Practice Book P. 145-147, 151

The students should have brought home the Marcus Fundraiser and the Santa's Secret Shop form.  The Marcus fundraiser supports the 5th Graders DARE Graduation.  The top 10 sellers at Keller will be treated to a pizza lunch with Officer Shervino.  Please try to support this since it helps the 5th Graders.  These are great holiday gifts!
We will be visiting Santa's Secret Shop on Wednesday.  Please look at the form and send money by Wednesday if your child or you are interested in purchasing any gifts. 

I hope everyone had a magnificent Thanksgiving holiday!

Thursday, November 21st

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions "King George..."; Study for vocabulary
Language - Study for DOL quiz
Math - Study Link 4-4
Social Studies - Get your quiz signed; Study for your DOG quiz!! Many students have not been doing well on these quizzes.  Study hard!!!
Also - If you want to research your explorer, you can!

Wednesday, November 20th

HOMEWORK

Reading - BOOK REPORT FORM IS DUE TOMORROW!!  Comprehension Questions for "King George ... " - Due on Friday

Language - Practice Book P. 142-143; Verb Tense packet

Spelling - Packet; Study for test tomorrow!!

Math - Journal P. 107 - 108

Have a great evening!!

Tuesday, November 19th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish reading "King George..."; Finishing reading for Book Report - Book Report sheet is due on Thursday AM.
Spelling - Correct pretest; PB P. 136 - 138, 140 - 141
Math - Journal P. 105, Study Link 4-3

Monday, November 18th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 133-135,139; Read for 20 minutes; Finish reading for your Book Report - work on Book Report
Math - Journal P. 102, Study Link 4-2 (P. 77) - Bring back signed Math test
Social Studies - Packet; Study vocabulary for Lesson 3-5 Quiz (19 words)


Wear BRIGHT, VIVID colors tomorrow for Reading/Spirit Week!!

Friday, November 15th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ! 
Math - Journal P. 100; Get test signed!
Social Studies - Start studying vocabulary words from Lessons 3, 4 and 5.  I will email the words so you will have them to study. 
Finish your Native American pictograph story for Monday!!

Get your Friday Folder signed and read for popcorn and your book report!!

Art Institute Photo

Thursday, November 14th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Study Vocabulary and for our other Reading tests; Finish your comprehension questions for "Dangerous Crossings"; READ
Language - Study your DOL
Social Studies - Study your DOG.  I have been very disappointed in the DOG grades for the past several weeks.  You must study!!!

We had a great time at the Art Institute today.  We were able to see American Gothic by Grant Wood, Nighthawks by Edward Hopper, Sunday Afternoon on the Island of Grande Jatte by Georges Seurat, Waterlilies by Monet, Van Gogh's self-portrait and Chagall's stained glass windows.  For many of the 5th Graders, the highlight of the day was the Thorne Rooms.   The 68 rooms were absolutely fascinating and amazing to them!  We received free passes to the Art Institute for all the 5th Graders.  Look for the pass to be attached to the Friday newsletter! 

I have attached a picture of 5-3 in front of the beautiful Chagall windows!!

Wednesday, November 13th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Cause and Effect worksheet and  READ - for tomorrow!
Comprehension Questions - Due Friday

Language - Practice Book P. 128 -131

Spelling  - Packet; Study for test!!

Tomorrow is our Art Institute Field Trip.  Please make sure that you have a sack lunch and beverage.  Also -  please wear your cool T-shirt and your walking shoes!!!     I am looking forward to seeing the wonderful art with you!!

Tuesday, November 12th (11-12-13)

HOMEWORK

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book pages 123- 127; Pretest corrections

 Read for your 20 minutes and for your Book Report (Forms will be given out tomorrow.)

Math - Some students have not taken their Chapter 3 test due to absence.  They will take it tomorrow.  Use your Study Guides to help you!

Happy 11-12-13!




 

Monday, November 11th

HOMEWORK

Reading - READ!!!  You should be done reading your book by next week.  We will be putting our Turkey Book Reports together in class at the end of the week. 

Math - Angle worksheet - Review for tomorrow's test!


LOTS of people were absent today!! 
Hope you are feeling better!!

Friday, November 8th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes.  EVERYONE should be turning in their Reading Log on Monday. The November Book Report is Realistic Fiction.  Forms will be given out next week.

Math - Finish Study Guide - We will be reviewing more on Monday and taking our test on Tuesday.

Social Studies - Worksheet on The Plain Indians.  Finish drawing your pictures and write 4 sentences explaining these 4 terms. 

Have a wonderful weekend!! 

Thursday, November 7th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions for "Cougars"; Analogy worksheet; Study vocabulary for tomorrow's test
Language - Study your DOL
Math - Journal P. 97 & 98
Social Studies - Study DOG

Enjoy your evening!!!

Wednesday, November 6th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 117 - 119; Read for 20 minutes
November Book Report - Realistic Fiction (On Tuesday, we took out books so the students should be reading this new book.)
Spelling - Posttest on Thursday
Math - Journal P. 90 and Study Link 3-10 (P. 69)
Social Studies - Get your quiz signed - if you have not!

Author Steve Cotler entertained us this afternoon.  It was interesting to hear him talk about writing this books and his life.  Pick up Cheesie Mack or one of his other books!!

Sorry this was posted later in the evening.  The internet was down after school.

Tuesday, November 5th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read 20 minutes; Practice Book P. 112-116
Spelling - Correct pretest
Math - Journal P. 91, Study Link 3-8 (P. 65)
Social Studies - Get quiz signed

Have a great evening!!!

Monday, November 4th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 109 -111; Read for 20 minutes
Math - Journal P. 84; SL P. 61 & 63
Social Studies - Do Packet; Study vocabulary from Lessons 1 & 2 for quiz tomorrow.  Flashcards were emailed home this afternoon!

GO BEARS!  

Thursday, October 31st

HOMEWORK

Language - You should finish up your October Prompts! 

I hope everyone enjoyed our parade and party today. 
Hope you had fun trick or treating.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!  

Wednesday, October 30th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 107; Study vocabulary; Book Reports are due tomorrow!
Language - Study DOL
Math - Journal P. 79 and 81
Social Studies - Study DOG

Remember to wear your costume tomorrow!!   Tomorrow is a START Day.  Dismissal is at 12:30 PM.  

Tuesday, October 29th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Do Comprehension Questions for "Storm Warriors"
Language - Practice Book pages 104 - 106; October Prompts
Spelling - Handwriting worksheet; Study for test tomorrow
Math - Journal P. 76 and 77

Band is tomorrow! Remember to bring your instrument!!

Monday, October 28th

HOMEWORK

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book P. 99 - 103; Book Report - Due Thursday
Math  - Journal P. 74
Science - Solar Energy Project is due tomorrow!!  If your project is too big, you do not have to bring it in.  If it is manageable, bring it in!

Everyone had a great time at the Ghost Buster and Pumpkin Chase races.  Congratulations to Andy for coming in 2nd in the Ghost Buster race.  Way to go!!

Friday, October 25th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Work on your Book Report - Due Thursday; Read for tickets!
Science - Study for Investigation #4 test.  Use your Study Guide!  Work on your Solar Energy Project.  This is due on Tuesday.

Get your Friday Folder signed!

Have a terrific weekend!!

Thursday, October 24th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension questions for "Everglades Forever"; Practice book P. 94 - 96; Book Report - Due on Oct. 31st
Language - Study DOL; October Prompts
Math - Study Link P. 59
Social Studies - Study DOG
Science - Solar Energy Project; Start studying for Monday's test (We will finish the last question tomorrow.)

Have a nice evening!

Wednesday, October 23rd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions for "Everglades Forever" - Due Friday; Book Report
Language - October Prompts
Spelling - Packet-Due Thursday; Study for test
Math - Journal P. 71; Study Link 3-4 (P. 59); Angle measuring sheet
Science - Work on Solar Energy Project

There still are about 4-5 students who do not have a protractor.  They MUST have one to use in class and at home.   Please purchase one!

Tuesday, October 22nd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Book Report; Read
Spelling - Practice Book pages 88-90, 93; Pretest corrections
Math  - Journal P. 69;  Angle worksheet
Science - Work on project

Wear red, orange or a favorite hat!  Be creative and wear all 3!! 
Don't forget some dimes!!!

Monday, October 21st

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book pages 87, 91, and 92; Work on Book Report
Language - October Prompts
Math - Journal page 65, Study Links P. 53 and 55
Science - Work on your Solar Energy Project

Tomorrow is "Wear Sunglasses or the color yellow"!  Bring nickels to donate!!

Have a great evening!

Friday, October 18th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read; Work on your Book Report
Language - October Prompts
Math - Journal P. 64-65
Science - Finish line graphs; Work on Solar Energy Project
Social Studies - Finish packet

Get your Friday Folder signed!!  Have a great weekend!!

Thursday, October 17th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read; Work on Book Report
Language - Study DOL; October Prompts
Math - Study Link P. 51; Get test signed - if you have not!
Social Studies - Study DOG; Study vocabulary for Lessons 4 and 5
Science - Work on Solar Energy Project; Do the yellow sheet by tomorrow or Friday!

I will send the vocabulary flashcards through email!!

Wednesday, October 16th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Work on Book Report; READ
Language - October Prompts
Math - Journal P. 61; Get Chapter 2 test signed
Science - Study your Study Guide for tomorrow's test
Social Studies - Start studying your vocabulary words for Friday's test

Today we had our Think! Energy!  Presentation from Nicor.  The students received a box with CFLs and other items.  You are asked to fill out the survey and return it at the latest by Monday.  Enjoy the free items!!

Tuesday, October 15th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes and for your Book Report.  This is a great week to work on your Book Report Project since we are not having any Reading homework.
Language - October Prompts
Science - Study your Study Guide for Thursday's test!  Work on your Solar Energy Project!

Friday, October 11th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes; Work on Mystery Book Report
Language - Work on your October Prompts
Science - Solar Energy Project - Proposal is due on Tuesday!

Get your Friday Folder signed!  Enjoy the long weekend!!

Thursday, October 10th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish Comprehension Questions for "Old Yeller"; Study vocabulary!
Language - Study DOL; Do Indirect Object worksheet
Social Studies - Study DOG


Have a great evening!!

Wednesday, October 9th

HOMEWORK

READING - Practice Book P. 81 - 85; Comprehension Questions for "Old Yeller" - Due Friday
LANGUAGE - October Prompts
SPELLING - Packet
MATH - Doggie Multiplication worksheet; Study for test tomorrow!


Reminder:  You should be working on your Mystery Book Report.  You should be halfway through your book!

Tuesday, October 8th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 75 - 78; 80
Language - Direct Object Worksheet; October Prompts
Spelling - Pretest Corrections (and Spelling pages in PB)
Math - Study Guide; Some students had corrections to make on previous assignments.  If they do not correct them, they will receive the low grade.  When they correct, I will give them the average of the 2 grades.)
Science - Graph

Tomorrow is Unity Day to support Non-bullying!  Please wear orange!!

Monday, October 7th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 73, 74, and 79
Math - Journal P. 59, Study Link P. 45


Have a wonderful evening!!

Friday, October 4th

HOMEWORK

READING - Read
MATH - Study Link P. 43 - Follow the directions as they are given; Lattice Worksheet - You can choose to do either lattice or traditional styles.
SOCIAL STUDIES - Study your vocabulary words for Lessons 2 and 3; Quiz is on Monday.  The students want me to send an email with the vocabulary flashcards attached.  Please look for this email.  The vocabulary cards should help with studying!!

Enjoy the weekend!!

Thursday, October 3rd

HOMEWORK

Reading - 2 small packets on Cause and Effect and Synonyms/Antonyms; Study vocabulary
Language - Study DOL; Do October Prompts
Spelling - Study words - We forgot to take our test today!!
Math - Journal P. 55 - 56
Social Studies - Study DOG; Start studying vocabulary for test next Monday!

Have a great evening!

Tuesday, October 2nd

HOMEWORK

Reading/Language - Practice Book P. 68 - 70; Action Verb Worksheet; October Prompt
Spelling - Study for Thursday's test
Math - Journal Pages 52 - 53
Social Studies - Sentences for your vocabulary words (#7 - 13); Start studying the vocabulary words (The test is on Monday!)

Progress Reports were sent home today with all the students.  Please review these and send back the bottom portion of the sheet. 

Thanks!

Tuesday, October 1st

HOMEWORK

READING - Practice Book P. 63 - 67; Read story - "Interrrupted Journey"; Read for your 20 minutes
Students should have taken out a mystery book for their October book report.  They will receive the form tomorrow.
LANGUAGE - October Prompt - Each day in October, the 5th Graders will be answering a question or story starter.  Their response should be at least 5 sentences long.
SPELLING  - Pretest corrections; Handwriting sheet
MATH - Journal page 51 (Do the real multiplication problems on the bottom of the page!) and Study Link P. 41
SOCIAL STUDIES - Some students needed to correct their vocabulary sentences.


Have a great evening!!

Monday, September 30th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes!
Math - Journal P. 49 and 50; Study Link P. 39
Social Studies - Write 6 sentences about your 6 vocabulary words.  Show me that you understand the word.  For example:  " I like landform regions."   This is not a good example of a sentence that I am looking for.  It does not tell me that you have an understanding of the word.  A great example would be:  " Landform regions vary tremendously across the United States because of the many different landforms." 

Enjoy your evening!!

Friday, September 27th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read!!
Math - Journal P. 48

Other - September Worksheet; American Gothic Parody (Be sure to color your final copy!)

Remember to get your Friday Folder signed!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, September 26th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Complete comprehension questions for "Elisa's Diary"; Study vocabulary
Language  - Study DOL
Math - Journal P. 46
Social Studies - Study DOG

Enjoy the gorgeous weather!!

Wednesday, September 25th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 57 - 59; Comprehension Questions for "Elisa's Diary"
Spelling - Study for Posttest
Math - Journal P.  42 and Study Link 2-6
Science - Finish graph


Tomorrow is Picture Day!!  Remember to bring the form with the payment!  Smile!  ☺

Tuesday, September 24th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 51, 55-56
Spelling - Practice Book P. 52 - 54; Pretest corrections
Math - Journal P. 40 - 41 - The students need someone to help them get the data for this activity. 

Happy Tuesday evening!!

Monday, September 23rd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read "Elisha's Diary"; Read for your 20 minutes
Math - Journal P. 38 - 39; Study Link P. 33

Enjoy your evening!!

Friday, September 20th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read over the weekend!!

Math - Study Link P. 31; Hamburger Hut- Breakfast sheet

Other - Get your Friday Folder signed!!


Enjoy the weekend!!

Wednesday, September 18th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension questions for "Double Dutch"; Read for 20 minutes
Language - PB P. 45 -47
Spelling - Packet; Study for test tomorrow!
Math - Journal P. 34, Study Link P. 29 (#6-13)
Science - Test signed

"Dress like a Pirate Day" tomorrow - if you want to!!

Welcome to Ben - our new 5-3 student!

Tuesday, September 17th

HOMEWORK

Reading/Language- Practice Book P. 37 - 44
Spelling - Packet - Due on Thursday
Math - Journal P. 33
Science - Get test signed
Social Studies - Study vocabulary words and the continents - Quiz tomorrow!!

Other - Fire Prevention Posters are due tomorrow.
            Picasso Project - Due Friday!
            T-shirt size and money was due already!  Please send $6 and the size into school!


Have a great evening!

Monday, September 16th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes!
Spelling - Pretest corrections; Cursive worksheet
Math - Get Chapter 1 test signed, Journal P. 31
Social Studies - Study your vocabulary (8words) and continents for your quiz tomorrow!!

Enjoy your evening!!

Friday, September 13th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes
Science - Study for your test on Monday.  Use your Study Guide!
Social Studies - Color the world map.  Follow the directions.  Color the water blue.

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Thursday, September 12th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions (Be sure to include the base of the question in your answer.);
                 PB P. 33 - 35; Study your vocabulary
Language - Study your DOL
Math  - Factor Tree Worksheet; Test tomorrow!
Social Studies - Worksheet; Start studying for vocabulary test (Test next Tuesday!); Study for DOG Quiz!
Science - Finish Study Guide; Test on Monday!

Wednesday, September 11th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for your 20 minutes!
Spelling - Packet and STUDY!
Math - Journal P. 28 and last page of your Study Guide
Science - Study Guide - Due Friday!!

Other - Do something nice for your family in honor of September 11th!!

Tuesday, September 10th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book pages 27 - 32 (Yesterday some of the students did not pay attention and did not complete all of the assigned pages.  Please check the assignment board or the blog for information.)
Read for your 20 minutes!
Math - Journal P. 27, Study Link P. 21, 1st page of the Study Guide

We have completed our MAP testing for the Fall.  Yippee!!

Monday, September 9th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read story "Off and Running"
Language/Spelling - Practice Book P. 27 - 32; Pretest corrections
Math - Study Link P. 17 and 19

Other- Some students need to correct their comprehension questions from our last story.  They must write in complete sentences and include the base of the question in their answer. 

Also - The payment for the coupon book in the yellow bag needs to be returned or return the book if you do not want it.

Wednesday - Wear Red, White and Blue to honor the people who died on September 11th!

Friday, September 6th

HOMEWORK

Math - Journal P. 24
Reading - Read for 20 minutes for calendar.  Coupons will be given out on Monday.

Other:  Get Friday Folder signed
             Return Yellow bags with coupon books or payment


Enjoy your weekend!!

Thursday, September 5th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Study your vocabulary words, DOL, and DOG (Daily Oral Geography).
                 Do your comprehension questions.  Use your book!!
Language - Language worksheet (4 Kinds of Sentences)

Other -  Pointillism Project - Due tomorrow (Friday!!)


                

Wednesday, September 4th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 15, 19 -23
Spelling - Study for Posttest
Math - Journal P. 19 and 22

Return yellow bag with coupon book in it or the payment!!

Tuesday, September 3rd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Read for 20 minutes - Chart to come home tomorrow!!
Spelling - Pretest corrections, Practice Book P. 14, 16, 17 and 18
Math - Journal P. 16 and Study Link P. 15

Other:    Pointillism - Due on Friday!
               Yellow coupon book - Either bring book back or pay!

Friday, August 30th

HOMEWORK

Math - Journal P. 15, Study Link P. 13

Other - Work on your Pointillism Project (Due Friday!)
            Get your Friday Folder signed!

Enjoy your 3 day weekend!!!  Happy Labor Day!

Thursday, August 29th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book p. 11; Study vocabulary for test
Language - Complete Haikus; Study your DOL
Spelling - Study for test (OOPSS!  We were suppose to take it today, but we did not!)
Social Studies - Study for your DOG Quiz!

Enjoy your evening!!

Tuesday, August 27th

HOMEWORK

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book P. 1 - 6; Spelling Pretest corrections (10 times each)

Math - Journal P. 11, Study Link P. 9

Language - Correct Haikus

Keep cool!!

Monday, August 26th

HOMEWORK:

Math - Correct Study Link P. 7 (if necessary)

Reading - Read story "A Package for Mrs. Jewls" - P. 23 - 32

Have a great evening!!

Friday, August 23rd

We learned about Vincent Van Gogh today.  Ask your child what their favorite Van Gogh painting is.

HOMEWORK:
Math - Journal P. 8, Study Link P. 7
Language - Write 2 Haikus (if you want to do more, go ahead!!)

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Thursday, August 22nd

We had a great day!!!  In Math, we did a Scavenger Hunt in our Student Reference Book to get an understanding of how the book is set up.  We analyzed our data from our shadow experiment and wrote out notes to be put in our binders.  We also made our class rules after reading a funny book called Dogs In Charge.  I was impressed with the students' ideas and their maturity of how they want their classroom to be run. 

HOMEWORK:
1. Return the "Getting to Know your child" sheet
2. Return the Keller Pride sheet
3. Finish coloring your puzzle piece.
4. Bring your gym shoes - You have PE tomorrow!!

Have an extraordinary evening!! 

First Day of School Pictures of 5-3!!

Wednesday, August 21st

It was great to meet and get to know all of the 5-3 students.  I am positive that we will have a terrific year!
A highlight of today was the starting of our Solar Energy Unit in Science.  We went outside 3 times today to trace our shadows.  Tomorrow we will be analyzing the data that we received today.

We also had our 1st Art lesson about Claude Monet.  We learned about Monet's artistic style, his favorite colors and subjects, about the word "caricature", and his family life.  We will make a writing connection to Monet's love of nature tomorrow in class.

HOMEWORK:
1. Getting to Know Your Child sheet - Please fill out the information and return to me.
2. Keller Pride sheet - sign and return!

Have a wonderful evening!!

Friday, May 31st

Hard to believe that the school year is over!  The Spring went flying by.  I guess we were so busy learning that the time went by quickly.

I am proud of all of the 5-2 students who worked hard all school year.  I will miss seeing you every day and hearing what you are up to!  I hope you have a wonderful summer and enjoy your time off.

Each summer I make a list of things that I want to do, places I want to visit, and books that I want to read.  I try to cross off things off my list so I have a productive summer.  I hope you make plans to do some interesting new activities and expand your background.  Learning should take place in the summer, too!

Let me know what you are doing!  I will keep you updated on my experiences.  If I read any great books or go to any interesting places, I will let you know.

My 1st summer activity on Monday will be to go shopping at the Michigan City Outlet Mall and out to lunch with Mrs. Crean, Mrs. Friberg, and Mrs. Nagle.  We decided that this would be a fun way to start our summer!!

Have a fun and safe summer!

Wednesday, May 29th

Congratulations to all the 5th Graders!!  Everyone received awards for all their hard work during the year!  We also had a lot of fun playing volleyball this afternoon. 

Tomorrow is SPRINGFEST!  Wear your DARE T-shirt to school tomorrow for all the fun!!

Tuesday, May 28th

The 5th Graders had a great time at SKY HIGH today!  They were well behaved and represented Helen Keller well! 

Tomorrow is the Awards Assembly at 9:15 AM and the Teacher/Student Volleyball game in the afternoon.  Wear your tie-dye T-shirt.  The girls from the Volleyball team should also wear/bring their T-shirts.

See you tomorrow!!

Friday, May 24th

Please make sure that you wear socks and shoes for our Field Trip on Tuesday!! 

Have a great weekend!!

Thursday, May 23rd

HOMEWORK:

Come to DARE Graduation!!  Be at school at 6:15 PM.  Come in and and sit down.  You will be instructed when to get in line for pizza.  Be sure to wear your DARE T-shirt!

Also - Library books and fines are due tomorrow!!!

See you tonight!!

Wednesday, May 21st

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Do the questions for Chasing Vermeer - up to and including Chapter 19.

Spelling - Study for the Chasing Vermeer Spelling test!!


Remind your parents about DARE Graduation tomorrow night.  You will need to be at school by 6:15 PM.

Have a lovely evening!!

Tuesday, May 21st

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read Chapter 17 in Chasing Vermeer. Do the questions for this chapter.

There are several students who have not turned in their Sky High field trip forms.  You MUST bring them in!!  You can not attend the trip without the forms and money!

I hope the track kids had a great time at the meet!!

Friday, May 17th

HOMEWORK:

Work on your poetry book.  The complete book is due on Tuesday, May 21st!  Add your finishing touches to your book.  Remember to have the following:

1. All your poems written out neatly.  Go over the words in ink to finish them off.  Label each poem with the kind of poem it is.  (Lantern, Quatrain, Part of Speech)
2. Illustrate your poems.  Each page should have a picture or decoration that enhances your poem.
3. Finish coloring your front and back cover.  Be sure that you have the name of your book and your full name (first and last) on the cover.
4. Dedication page (on the inside of the cover) - Dedicate your book to whoever has influenced, inspired or loves you!
5. Title page - 1st page of book.  Include your title and your full name.
6. About the Author - Include a short biography about you.  Give details about your life like where and when you were born, school, family, likes, activities, future career. 

There should be several empty pages in the back.  You can either leave them blank, add more poems, or decorate them in a creative way.  Use your imagination!!

Have a GREAT weekend!!

Wednesday, May 15th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish Chasing Vermeer packet - up to Chapter 11; Journal Selections #4 - 6
Language - 2 Terse Verses; Work on poetry book
Math - Journal P. 283, Study Links P. 189 and 191

Have a great evening!!

Tuesday, May 14th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish packet for Chapters 5- 9; Do the Journal selections #1-3 (if you did not finish them!)
Language - 2 limerick poems; Work on your poetry book.  You should be up to at least #10. The poetry books are due on Wednesday, May 22nd.
Social Studies - Study Lesson 1 vocabulary - Test tomorrow!! 

Enjoy the beautiful weather!!

Monday, May 13th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Journal choices #1 - 3
Language - 2 Clerihew poems
Math - Journal P. 279

Have a great evening!!

Friday, May 10th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Do the 3 questions for Chapter 5 in Chasing Vermeer; The 3 journal selections are due on Tuesday.
Language - Work on your Poetry book;  Several students did not do their Quatrain poems. (Do them please!)

Return the permission slips for the Trampoline Field Trip and for the Track Meet (if you were selected).  Also - If you did your log for 6 Flags, your ticket was attached to the newsletter!

Happy Mother's Day to all our fabulous moms!
Enjoy your weekend!!

Thursday, May 9th

HOMEWORK:

Math - Study Link P. 187 (8-9), Journal P. 279 (Some students have corrections on Study Links from yesterday, too!)
Language - Write 1 Quatrain (Either AABB, ABAB, ABCB, ABBA pattern); Work on other poems and your Poetry Book; Study for your DOL Quiz
Social Studies - Study for DOG!

Tomorrow is our Fine Arts parade.  Please remember to dress appropriately. 

The students brought home their Tie Dyed T-shirts today.  These shirts should be washed in 24 hours.  Take the rubber bands off and then wash in cold water.  You might want to wash them a 2nd time just in case! 

Have a great evening!!!

Wednesday, May 8th

HOMEWORK

Math - Worksheet of multiplying mixed numbers and percentages

Language - Work on your poetry book and poems.

GO BULLS!

Monday, May 6th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Questions 1 - 3 for Chapters 1-2 in Chasing Vermeer
Language - Write 1 Couplet poem.  It should be at least 4 lines long.  The poem should rhyme at the end of each line. 
Math - Journal P. 247

Have a great evening!!

Friday, May 3rd

HOMEWORK

Language - Repetition poem:  You may either repeat a particular phrase or a prepositional phrase in your poem.  Some of you are just repeating a phrase, but you have no ending.  Be sure to make an ending that wraps up your ideas in some way.  

For example:

In the Spring, new life begins.
In the Spring, the plants awake.
In the Spring, many babies are born.
In the Spring, the warmth tickles the earth.
Winter is over.  Spring is here!

By: Mrs. Farrington


ALSO - There are 4 students who have not returned their DARE Graduation forms.  It is important that these forms and money are returned.  We must have a definite count for this special event.  If forms are not returned, some parents may not be able to attend.

Finally, please be sure to have your parents sign your Friday Folder and your Progress Report.


Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Thursday, May 2nd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish comprehension questions for "Get Lost!"
Language- Study for DOL Quiz;
Poetry - 2 ABC poems, 2 Stair poems, 1 Alliteration poem - Due Friday
              1 Repetition poem - Due Monday
Math - Study Links 8-6 and 8-7
Social Studies - Study for DOG Quiz

* DARE Graduation forms/money and white T-shirts were due today.  Many students did not have these items.  Please bring these in by tomorrow.  Thanks!

Remember that tomorrow is a START Day.  Dismissal is at 12:30!

Enjoy your evening!!

Wednesday, May 1st

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions for "Get Lost!" - Due Friday
Language - Practice Book pages 342 - 344 -Due Thursday
Poetry - Do 2 ABC Poems and 1 Alliteration poem by Friday
Spelling - Study for test tomorrow!
DARE - Your essays and posters are due tomorrow!  You MUST complete these in order to graduate from the DARE Program.

Parent forms for DARE Graduation are due tomorrow.  There is a $5 fee for each parent.  NO siblings are allowed.  We don't have the room in the Gym!!  Students are free!!

Math Night is tonight!  Come if you can!! 

Tuesday, April 30th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension questions (3 of them!)
Language - Practice Book P. 340 - 341
Spelling - Pretest corrections
Math - Journal P. 266 - 267
Social Studies - Study for Unit 3 test


Here is the link to the Machu Picchu website.  Enjoy the 360 degree views!
Machu Picchu

Have a great night!!  Go Blackhawks!!

Monday, April 29th

HOMEWORK:

Math - Study Links page 177 and 179
Spelling - Practice Book pages 337 - 339
Social Studies - Start studying for test.  The test will be on Wednesday!!
DARE - Your essay and poster is due on Thursday.  Your essay should be at least 1 page typed.  Your poster should be about something that you learned in DARE class.  You must use a large poster board.  You must do these 2 items in order to graduate from DARE.

Have a lovely evening!!     

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ADAM!!!

Friday, April 26

HOMEWORK

Math  - 2 Journal pages  (I can't remember the pages #s.)

Get your Friday Folder signed!!! 

Enjoy the warm weather this weekend!  ☺

Thursday, April 25th

HOMEWORK

Language - Study for your DOL quiz
Social Studies - Study for Chapter 7 Test; Finish Unit 3 Study Guide; Study for your DOG quiz
Math - Be sure to have finish Study Link Page 175 (from yesterday)

We all had a great time at the Museum of Science and Industry!  Thanks to our chaperones who came with us today. 

Wednesday, April 24th

HOMEWORK

Language - Alliteration worksheet
Math - Study Link P. 175
Social Studies  - Study for Chapter 7 test on Friday; Do Study Guide for Unit test - due on Friday


Remember that our field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry is tomorrow.  A sack lunch with a beverage is needed.  Please put your name on the paper bag.  Cameras and ipods will not be allowed on the trip. 
Chaperones will be asked to come to school between 8:45 - 9:00 AM.  We will be leaving at 9:15 AM at the latest!!  We are looking forward to a fun trip!!


Emily and Sara want to tell you, "Gooble and apple soup!!"

Tuesday, April 23rd

HOMEWORK

Social Studies - Do Study Guide for Chapter 7
Language - Work on poetry

Hope you enjoyed "Step Up Day".  It is hard to believe that you will be a Grissom Patriot in a few short months.

Happy Birthday, Dahabieh!!

Monday, April 22nd

HOMEWORK:

Language - 1 poem about an animal - It must include personification and onomatopoeia.
Math - Journal P. 256 and Earth Day worksheet
Social Studies - Study for Lesson 4 vocabulary quiz


Happy Birthday, Madyson!!!

Friday, April 19th

HOMEWORK

Language - Do 2 Lantern poems and your Shape poems; Onomatopoeia Worksheet

Music - Color the worksheets (Due on Monday!!)


Have a wonderful weekend!!

Happy Birthday, Shannon!!  Happy Birthday to Michelle (on Sunday!)!!

Thursday, April 18th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Study vocabulary
Language - Study for DOL Quiz; complete 2 Parts of Speech poems; correct any poems - if needed!
Social Studies - Study for DOG Quiz


Several students still have not returned the permission slips for Step Up Day on Tuesday.  Also - Please return the "Dilly Bar" form and the T-shirt form. 

Have a great evening!!

(Happy Birthday, Gavin!!)

Wednesday, April 17th

HOMEWORK

Language - 2 cinquain poems;  corrections on other poems
Spelling - Study for Posttest
Math - Journal P. 252-253


Some students still have not brought back their permission slips for Step Up Day @ Grissom.  Please return them tomorrow.

Stay dry!!!

Tuesday, April 16th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Comprehension questions; Practice book pages 331-334
Language - 1 "So Much Depends" poem and 1 Diamonte poem
Spelling - Pretest corrections
Math - Study Links P. 171 and 173
Social Studies - Study for test


You should have had enough time in afternoon to finish most of this work.  I hope you used your time wisely. 

Monday, April 15th

Homework

Reading - Comprehension Questions
Math - Journal P. 249-250
Spelling - Practice Book P. 328-330
Social Studies - Start studying for Lesson 3 quiz (Quiz will be on Wednesday!)

Remember your Library books and permission slips for Step-Up Day. 

Have a great evening!!

Friday, April 12th

HOMEWORK

Language - Correct Haikus and tankas - if need be!
Math - Journal P. 247


Have a wonderful weekend!! 

Thursday, April 11th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions for "Trapped in Tar" and Poetry
Language - 2 Haikus and 2 Tankas - Your haikus should include a simile and 1 of your tankas should include a metaphor; Study for your DOL quiz
Social Studies - Study for the DOG quis
DARE - Pages 1 - 21 should be completed in your DARE Booklet

Other:   *  Dippin' Dots money is due tomorrow. 
             *  Permission slips for the field trip were due on Wednesday.  Many students have not
                 brought these back.  No slip, no field trip!!!!

Wednesday, April 10th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Practice Book P. 322-323
Language - Simile worksheet, work on 2 Haikus (each with a simile)
Spelling - Study for tomorrow's test
Math  - Use Study Guide to review for tomorrow's test


Congratulations to Emily and her family on the birth of little Alyssa!  We are so happy for you!!

Tuesday, April 9th

Homework

Reading - Conprehension Questions for "Fossils"
Math - Math Boxes P. 243 and 246
Social Studies - Study for Chapter 7. lesson 2 quiz; work on any other research that is not completed
DARE - Pages 1 - 21 are due on Friday

Friday, April 5th

HOMEWORK

Language - Write your NAME poem - Have a final copy for our door!!
Math - Journal P. 241 - 242 (bottom only)


* Some students still owe their $2 for their poetry book.  Please send in by Monday!
* Permission slips for our field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry need to be returned next week.
* Sign and return your Report card envelope!

HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND!!

Thursday, April 4th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Finish Comprehension questions; Practice Book pages 316-317; Study vocabulary words
Language - Study for DOL; Go over abbreviations
Social Studies - Fix any of the research if you earned below a 3 on your packet. 

Poetry money is due tomorrow.  There are about 8 students who still owe the $2.  Please bring it in by tomorrow!!  Thanks!!

Wednesday, April 3rd

HOMEWORK

Reading - Comprehension Questions - Due Friday
Language - Practice Book P. 313-315
Spelling - Pretest corrections - Study for tomorrow's test!
Math - worksheet on subtraction with positive and negative numbers
Science - Study for tomorrow's test - Use the Study Guide!!

Remember to bring in your $2 for your poetry book.  You have to pay for your book in order to receive it!!

Tuesday, April 2nd

WELCOME BACK!  HOPE YOUR BREAK WAS GREAT!!

HOMEWORK:
Reading - Book Report - Last day to turn in report.  
Spelling - Practice Book pages 310-312
Math - Study Link Page 161
Social Studies - Study for Lesson 1 Vocabulary Quiz; Make sure your ABC packet is completed by tomorrow! 

Friday, March 22nd

HOMEWORK

Math - Journal pages 234 and 236
Social Studies - Finish research for the ABCs of the American Revolution.  This will be a part of your final grade for this project.
Reading - March Book Report - Due on Tuesday, April 2nd or Wednesday, April 3rd


 Happy Spring Break!  Enjoy your time off!!!  ☺


 

Thursday, March 21st

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Reread story "Animals on the Move"; Book Report - Due April 2nd or 3rd (after Spring Break)
Language - Possessive Noun worksheet; Study for DOL Quiz
Math - Study Link P. 159
Social Studies - Study for DOG Quiz; Finish research if you are not done!! 

Time For Kids - Tomorrow is the LAST day to bring this in.  The drawing for the penguins will be at 11 AM.

Have a wonderful evening!!

Wednesday, March 20th

HOMEWORK:

Language - Worksheet on Plural Possessives
Social Studies - Finish researching; highlight the main facts to prepare for time in the Computer Lab tomorrow!!

Happy 1st Day of Spring!!  Burr!!

Tuesday, March 19th

HOMEWORK

Language - Practice Book P. 305-308
Math - Journal P. 231 and Study Link P. 157
Social Studies - Research for American Revolution Project

Keep warm!!

Monday, March 18th

HOMEWORK:

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book P. 301-304
Math - Journal P. 228; Study Link P. 155
Social Studies - Study for Vocab. Quiz; Research for project (should be up to letter #20)

Have a great evening!!

Thursday, March 14th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice book P. 296 - 298; Study for tests: Vocabulary
March Book Report - "The Cheeseburger Project" - Due April 2nd or 3rd!
Language - Study for DOL
Math - Journal P. 224-225
Science - Study for test!  Use your Study Guide!
Social Studies - Study for your DOG Quiz!  Do 2 more letters - if you have time!!

Wednesday, March 13th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read for your Fantasy Book Report - Due after Spring Break-April 2nd or 3rd!!!  We will be going over the form tomorrow in class!

Science - 1 worksheet and Study Guide - Due tomorrow!  Test on Friday!!!

Social Studies - Research up to (or more) 6 letters of the alphabet.  We will be in the Computer Lab Thursday and Friday for more research.

ISAT testing is over for the 5th Graders!!  Hurray!!!

We are all looking forward to a normal schedule again!!  Have a great evening!!

Tuesday, March 12th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read the story of "Lewis and Clark"; Read for March Book Report - Fantasy/Folklore
Spelling - Pretest corrections
Social Studies - Study for Lesson 4 Vocabulary Quiz; Research for ABC book - Do at least 4 letters of the alphabet by tomorrow!

Tomorrow - Last ISAT test!!  Math-Session 3 - 2 extended response questions

Monday, March 11th

HOMEWORK:

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book P. 291-294
Social Studies - Start studying vocabulary from Lesson 4 (Test is on Wednesday!)
Science - Bring in cereal!!

Happy Monday!

Friday, March 8th

HOMEWORK:

Math - Work on the ISAT questions to prepare for Math testing

Get your Friday Folder signed.  Your Science and Social Studies tests are included in your work.

Have a great weekend!!

Wednesday, March 6th

HOMEWORK:

Welcome Back - after our long weekend!

Math - Practice Extended Response problem
Social Studies - Study for Lesson 3 Vocabulary Quiz
Science - Start studying using the Study Guide - Test on Friday!

Due to the day off yesterday, our ISAT schedule has changed.  We will do Session 2 and 3 of the Reading tests on Thursday and Friday.  Next week we will do all the Math tests on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

We also have changed our focus for the rest of the week.  We will not be doing Reading, Language, and Spelling, but we will focus on Math, Social Studies and Science. 

Enjoy your evening!!

Tuesday, March 5th

HAPPY SNOW DAY!!  I hope everyone enjoys a cozy and warm day!  Can't believe that we are having the day off when it just started snowing.

See you tomorrow!  ☺

Friday, March 1st

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Extended Response

Be sure to eat a healthy breakfast and get a good night's sleep for Tuesday's testing.  Have a fun day off on Monday!!!

Thursday, February 28th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Study vocabulary; Corrections on ISAT packet (if it was a D or F)
Language - Study DOL
Spelling - Cursive packet
Math  - Journal P. 213, Study Link P. 147
Social Studies - Study DOG

Have a wonderful evening!!!

Wednesday, February 27th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Comprehension questions for Rachel's Journal - This is practice for ISATs.  Please include quotations from the story in the questions that we discussed in class.  Do your best!!
Book Report - Your February Book Report is due tomorrow!!  No excuses!!
Spelling - Test tomorrow - Study!; Cursive packet - Due on Friday.
Math - 2 short response questions for ISAT practice

Tomorrow will be reviewing and going over the Reading and Math ISAT practice.  If you do not do your part, you will not know if you are on the right track.  Do your best work! 

Have a great evening!!

Monday, February 25th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - February book report - Due on Thursday!
Spelling - Practice book pages 279-282
Math - Journal pages 203 - 204
Social Studies - Lesson 2 vocabulary quiz - STUDY!!!

Have a great evening!!

Friday, February 22nd

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Work on February Book Report - This is due on Thursday!!
Math - Get your Math test signed

Remember to share your papers with your parents and get your Friday Folder signed!!


Have a wonderful weekend!!

Thursday, February 21st

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Correct ISAT story and extended response; Read to Succeed form is due tomorrow!!
Language - Study for DOL quiz
Social Studies - Study for DOG quiz

We have not had a lot of homework due to ISAT review - just in case you are wondering!!

Friday, February 15th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read for "Read to Succeed" and for the February Book Report
Math - Valentine math worksheet
Social Studies - Start studying for Lesson 1 quiz - Test on Wednesday!

Get your Friday Folder sheet signed.

Enjoy the 3 day weekend!!  Happy President's Day!

Thursday, February 14th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Study vocabulary; Read for "Read to Succeed" and book report
Language - Study DOL
Math - Journal P. 193 and 194 (bottom #16-24)
Social Studies - Study DOG; Start studying Ch. 6 Lesson 1 vocabulary (Test next Wednesday!)

HAVE A HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!  ♡

Wednesday, February 13th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Comprehension questions for "The Birchbark House"
Spelling - Packet
Math - Journal P. 190 - 191 (#1-10); Fraction WS

Get signed:  Progress Report and assignment notebook 

We are planning to watch a movie called "A Cry in the Wild".  This movie is rated PG and is based on the novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.  The story is  about a boy named Bryan who has to survive in the Alaskan wilderness. 

Tuesday, February 12th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Work on book report and Read to Succeed
Language - Practice Book P. 260 - 263
Math - Journal P. 189 and Fraction worksheet
Social Studies - Get test signed!!
Spelling - Pretest corrections

Monday, February 11th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read for "Read to Succeed" and for your book report.  Bring library books in for tomorrow!
Spelling - Practice Book P. 256-259
Math - Journal P. 256 - 259
Social Studies - Study for your Vocabulary Quiz (Chapter 5)

Have a lovely evening!! 

Friday, February 8th

HOMEWORK

Math - Journal P. 181
Reading - Read for "Read to Succeed" and book report
Social Studies - Study your vocabulary words - Test on Tuesday!!

Enjoy your weekend!!

Thursday, February 7th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 241, 242, 243, 250, 251; Study Vocabulary
Language - Study DOL
Math - Journal P. 179, Corrections from Study Link P. 121 and 123, Fraction Quiz corrections
Social Studies - Study DOG

Tuesday, February 5th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Get a biography for your February Book Report - Start reading
Language - Practice Book P. 248-249
Spelling - Pretest corrections, Packet (Due Thursday)
Math - Journal P. 176-177; Fraction Adding Quiz tomorrow

Monday, February 4th

HOMEWORK:

Reading/Spelling - Practice Book P. 244-247
Math  - Journal P. 174 - 175; Study Link P. 125
Social Studies - DOG question; Study Vocabulary

Friday, February 1st

HOMEWORK:

Math - Side C of the Adding fractions worksheet; Get test signed - if you did not.

Get Friday Folder sheet signed. 

Enjoy your weekend!!  Who are you cheering for in the Super Bowl??  The Ravens or the 49ers??

Wednesday, January 30th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 238-239; Comprehension Questions (Due Friday); Book Report (Due Friday, too)
Spelling - Packet; Study for test on Thursday
Math - Adding Fractions WS; Journal P. 172

Tomorrow is "Soup"er Bowl Lunch - if you brought your sheet back!  Don't forget to bring soup and hats and mittens to donate!!!  

Friday - PJs and slippers Day!!

Tuesday, January 29th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 236 - 237; Book Report - due on Friday, Feb. 1st
Spelling - Pretest corrections, packet (Due on Thursday)

Health talk permission slips and Report Card envelopes - Due tomorrow!!!

Monday, January 28th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Write down the vocabulary sentences for the vocab. words; Practice book P. 229- 235
Spelling  - Pretest corrections (if you received them back)

Signed report cards and Health talk permission slips are due ASAP!!

Friday, January 25th

HOMEWORK

Reading - Work on your Book Report and read for "Read to Succeed"
Math - Journal P. 162-163

So sorry that I was not at school on Friday.  I caught the "bug".  I am feeling much better now.  See you on Monday!

Thursday, January 24th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Study for your Reading tests; Complete your comprehension questions
Language - Study your DOL
Social Studies - Study your DOG
Math - Journal P. 155

Wednesday, January 23rd

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 219 and 224; Do 1/2 of your comprehension questions
Spelling - Packet
Math  - Study Guide - very important***

Have a great evening!!

Tuesday, January 22nd

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 220-223; Book Report - due Feb. 1st
Spelling - Pretest corrections - Due tomorrow; Packet - Due Thursday
Math - Journal P. 156-157
Science - Get test signed

Patrol sheets - Due Wednesday or Thursday

Friday, January 18th

HOMEWORK:

Reading/Language - 1 concrete poem (Finished version - colored and stunningly completed, according to Sara!)
Math - Journal P. 155

Get Friday Folders signed!!  Enjoy the 3 day weekend!!

Thursday, January 17th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 215; Fact and Opinion worksheet; Study vocabulary
Language - Study DOL/DOA/DOG
Math - Journal P. 152, Study Link P. 109

Some of the students MUST study their DOG!!!!  Many are getting poor grades on these tests!!

Enjoy your evening!!!

Tuesday, January 15th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 207, 212-213 (Due Thursday); Read for Book Report and Read to Succeed.
Language - Analogy worksheet; Snowman story (Due Wednesday/Thursday)
Spelling - Pretest corrections, Packet
Math - Journal P. 148 - 149

I will be at a meeting tomorrow!!  Be good for Mr. Maratea!!

"Talent is a gift, character is a choice!" - Think about this quote!!!

Monday, January 14th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read for book report and Read to Succeed.
Spelling/Language - Finish Snowman book by Wednesday (Go over your words in black thin marker.  Color the pictures to make it attractive!!); Practice book P. 208 - 211; Pretest corrections (if you received it back!)
Math - Journal P. 146, Study Link P. 105
Science - Study for test!  Use your Study Guide!!

Happy Monday!!

Friday, January 11th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Read for your Book Report and Read to Succeed; Correct Reading tests (if you received them back.  These must to corrected by Monday in order to get credit for 2nd Quarter.)
Spelling - Which Word (Part of Speech) worksheet

Get your Friday Folder signed!!  Enjoy your weekend!!

Thursday, January 10th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Comprehension questions for "LAFFF" due tomorrow; Study for vocabulary; Read for Book Report and Read to Succeed
Language - Study for DOL test
Math - Study Link P. 103

Happy Thursday!!

Wednesday, January 9th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Comprehension questions - Due Friday
Math - Journal pages 143-144; Some students had to correct Study Links P. 101 from today.
Spelling - Packet; Test tomorrow
Social Studies - Research for Explorer project (if you feel you do not have enough information). Tomorrow is our last day in the Computer Lab! 

Have a great Wednesday evening!!

Tuesday, January 8th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 200 -202; Wacky Idea sheet
Spelling - Pretest corrections; Packet - due Thursday
Math - Journal P. 141, Study Link P. 101

Have a great evening!!

Monday, January 7th

HOMEWORK:

Reading - Practice Book P. 196 - 199
Spelling - Correct Pretest - if you got it back!!
Math - Journal P. 138 (#2 on the bottom)

Hope everyone had a wonderful break!  HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!