Testing is finally over, but we’re not one bit finished learning together!! We’re planning to make use of every last day of this 4th grade experience!
Last week, we wrapped up our literature study of By the Great Horn Spoon and we’ll be summarizing the chapters in comic strip form on Monday and Tuesday. Look for the final product on display during Open House (Tuesday, from 6:30-8:00). I’m hoping to squeeze in one more literature study before the end of the year!!
During Writer’s Workshop, our primary source study continues, with a close look at newspapers – their organization, contents, and features (headlines, etc.). Our Gold Rush journals have come along nicely, and our next entries will include an article or advertisement containing both historical facts and “realistic fiction” to coincide with our personas’ experiences. Don’t miss these either on Tuesday night!!
For math, we’ve been s-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g our brains a bit with some pretty involved logic problems. I’ve copied extras for the students to share with you at home!! Problems such as these require the students to pay close attention to details, read carefully, and reread more than once if necessary. No giving up allowed!!!
I’m excited to see the students’ projects on Monday!! Many have been working hard in class (and beyond) and I’m certain our hard work will be evident. Hopefully, the ordeal hasn’t caused too much grief around your households this past month, as the project was designed to be completed in small chunks – primarily in class. In the end, I’m hoping the students will leave room 7 having gained a few computer skills, research habits, and ideas about nonfiction text features and structure.
Finally, as I mentioned above, Manchester’s OPEN HOUSE will be held this Tuesday, from 6:30-8:00. I encourage all families to not only visit our room, but to also venture out to the many other wonderful classrooms around campus. It’s really a well-deserved celebration and tribute to your students and the amazing work they do with us on a daily basis. I look forward to seeing you all there!!
Enjoy the week!
Upcoming events: 5/22 Open House 6/8 Potential trip to Courthouse (Modern California) 6/9 Disney California Adventure trip 6/13 Playday at Manchester 6/14 4th Grade Picnic @ Oso de Oro
