The Writing Process

In Math Workshop, we played Math Jeopardy! Students worked in teams to answer a variety of multi-step math problems.  In addition, we discussed good sportsmanship and applied this to our game.  Great job today, students!

In Writers' Workshop, students spent most of the time writing as many students are in the publishing phase of the writing process. One phase of the writing process encourages students to reread and edit their writing; this involves checking to make sure words are spelled correctly.  In order to be more productive and efficient, I showed the kids how to use the dictionary website to check spelling, rather than spending 20 minutes searching a dictionary.  Next week we will be getting in the lab and typing our best published pieces up; these will come home with feedback once completed.  I'll keep you posted on progress.

Ask your child what we use this clip chart for in Writers' Workshop!

In Word Study, we read Goblins in the Castle and used precise words to describe characters in order to expand our vocabulary.

In Readers' Workshop, students learned to stop, notice, and note when a character acts or does something that contrasts what they've been doing all along.  When we notice a "CC" we stop and ask ourselves, "Why is the character doing that?"  These answers ready our minds to infer ideas about characters, relationships, and theme.  Over the weekend, when you child is reading, ask them if they've identified any "CC's".  Have them answer the question, "Why is the character doing that?"

In Social Studies, we finalized our projects and presented.  I recorded these on my iPad.  I will post projects to the blog by Monday!

Homework:

• Read 20 minutes 

Reminders:

• Math Test Sign & Return due

Classroom Supplies:

• Sticky Notes

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ms. Smith