Mathematical Claims

In Math Workshop, students applied number sense, place value, and ideas about multiplication to explore patterns and make mathematical claims.  For example, students were asked: What are at least 3 truths about any product that has one factor of 5?  Students explained that the product will be odd or even, will always be 0 or 5, the larger the factor the larger the product, etc.  Then they used equations to prove their claims.

In Writers' Workshop, students used transition phrases to connect reasons within their thesis.  Students are really passionate about their SeaWorld opinions and essays; check out how engaged they are!

In Word Study, students identified words that "didn't look right" in their writers' notebooks. Tomorrow students will play headbands in effort to address these common misspelled words.

In Readers' Workshop, students identified solutions to problems to help "get their minds" ready to think and grow ideas about theme.

In Science, students used models to prove their claims about the movement of Earth's lithosphere.

Students visited Reading Beaver Block today.

Homework: 

• First in Math: At least 10 minutes
• Flash cards for x3 facts: 10 minutes
• Read 20 minutes

Reminders:

• Early dismissal this Friday. 
• I will be out of the building this Friday.  Please communicate with the office regarding any changes to dismissal, etc.
• Unit 3 Sign & Return due Friday, December 12.
• Mitten Tree donations accepted until December 19.

Classroom Supplies:  As always, donations are very much appreciated!

• Dry erase markers
• Sticky Notes

Thank you,

Ms. Smith