Statue!

In Math Workshop, students used their understanding of place value and number sense to explain why bigger numbers go first when subtracting.  Students used base ten blocks to help them conceptualize this principle.  Students have homework coming home today, due tomorrow.

In Writers' Workshop, students studied a mentor text, Fireflies, to notice and note how authors begin their stories.  Students then applied this strategy to help them hook their readers.

In Word Study, students sorted their words into groups based on letter patterns and relationships and quizzed themselves on their words.  See a snapshot below.

We had a visit from our school counselor, Ms. Cook, today to teach us about how we can be safe if we're approached by strangers.

Students also participated in a lock down drill; they did great!

Some students received their book club books today.  We will try to get all clubs going by Friday!

In Social Studies, students used their notes and understanding of the 3 levels of government to help them explain their similarities, differences, and respective roles in society.

Just for fun, I thought I'd share a picture of the kids from "Statues", a game we play (silently) in the hallway during bathroom breaks.

Homework:

• Math homework, due tomorrow
• Read 20 minutes  

Reminders:

• Early Dismissal this Friday.
• Word Study Challenge on Friday.

Thank you,

Ms. Smith