Homework

News and Homework from Mrs. Jennings

December 14 - 18, 2009       

 

A Glimpse of the Upcoming Week

 

Reading:  This week in reading, the children will spend time enjoying holiday stories that feature Christmas traditions around the world.  In addition, we will be reading The Polar Express and will work on activities related to this beloved Christmas story.  No comprehension or vocabulary tests this week!  J

Spelling:  We’re taking a break from spelling this week so that we can concentrate on Christmas activities!   

Writing: We will be finishing up a friendly letter to Santa this week!  A few students will be working to complete character sketches started several days ago.          

Language Arts:  We’ll review previously taught concepts this week using activities that have a Christmas theme!  No test this week! J

Math: Students will continue to review multiplication and division skills in math this week.  Additionally, we will continue to investigate geometric terms in order to prepare for a new unit of study (geometry) when we return from Christmas break.  No test this week!J    

Social Studies:  In Social Studies, we’ll continue with our unit of study featuring the natural resources found in Louisiana.  No test this week!J  

Spelling Words:    Review Words:   

Challenge Words:      

Vocabulary Words: Challenge Words: 

S.S. Review Words:   

Technology in the Classroom

Reading/ELA:  www.macmillanmh.com   www.prometheanplanet.com

Math:  www.thirdgradeskills.com,  www.pppst.com, www.nlvm.org

Science:  www.unitedstreaming.com  http://www.epa.gov/OGWDW/kids/gamesandactivies.html

Social Studies:  www.sfsocialstudies.com www.unitedstreaming.com http://dnr.louisiana.gov/teach.ssi

Monday

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Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

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Spelling/Handwriting

1.  None

Spelling/Handwriting

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Spelling/Handwriting

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Spelling/Handwriting

1. None

Spelling/Writing

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Reading

1. Read for 20 min.

2.  Complete Reading Log

Reading

1.  Read 20 min. 

2.  Complete Reading Log

Reading

1.  Read 20 min. 

2.  Complete Reading Log

Reading

1.  Read 20 minutes

2.  Complete Reading Log

Reading

1.  None

Language Arts

1.  ___________________

Language Arts

1.  Write 4 sentences with a Christmas theme. (1 statement, 1 command, 1 question, 1 exclamation). 

 

Language Arts

1.  _______________________

Language Arts

1. ____________________

Language Arts

1.  None

Math

1. __________________

2. Play multiplication flash cards with someone special.

Math

1.  ______________________

2. Play multiplication flash cards with someone special.

Math

1. ____________________

2. Play multiplication flash cards with someone special.

Math

1.  ___________________

2. Play multiplication flash cards with someone special.

Math

1.  None

S.S./Science

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S.S./Science

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S.S./Science

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S.S./Science

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S.S./Science

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$ Important Reminders

Ø        3rd grade Christmas performance will be on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the gymnasium.  Please help your child remember to wear a white collared shirt with khaki pants (or skirts for girls) for the performance on Thursday.  Thank you!

Ø        I wish to say “thank you” to the parents who generously sent money for their children to shop at Lyon’s Reindeer Lane.  The children truly enjoyed the opportunity to shop for gifts while supporting their school.   In addition, I want to extend my sincere thanks to the parents who volunteered their time working in Reindeer Lane.  Your time and support is greatly appreciated by all of the staff here at Lyon!  Thank you, thank you, and thank you! 

Ø        Polar Express Day will be on Friday (our half day of school).  Students are encouraged to bring their pajamas and slippers to school to participate in classroom Polar Express activities in the morning.  School uniforms must be worn to and from school so please pack your child’s p.j.’s and slippers in their backpacks.

Ø        ½ day of school on Friday!  Students will be dismissed at 12:31 promptly. 

Ø        Christmas break will be from December 21st through January 1st.  School resumes on Monday, January 4th, 2010.  Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year - be safe and enjoy this special time with your child!   

Ø        I can be reached by phone at 892-0869, by e-mail at Victoria.Jennings@stpsb.org , or by visiting my teacher web page at http://TeacherWeb.com/LA/LyonElementary/VJennings