Second Nine Weeks Sneak Preview

Our first nine weeks is now behind us and it is time to look forward to our next nine weeks
together. Here you will find a sneak preview of the work we will do until our winter break.
Some topics are continuations of the work we have already started. Others are new topics we get
to learn about. Read over these and get ready for a great second nine-weeks!

Reading

making good book choices
reading fluently
identifying kinds of fiction/non-fiction
studying elements of a story
(character, setting, plot, theme)
studying fact and opinion
making generalizations


Writing

using thinking maps to plan
personal narratives
writing poetry
revising and editing one’s own writing
using punctuation correctly (. ! ? “”)
using a dictionary
writing in complete sentences
avoiding run-on sentences
writing descriptions
handwriting
spelling patterns


Math

renaming two-digit numbers
problem solving with addition and subtraction
memorizing subtraction facts
adding and subtracting two-digit numbers
telling time five-minute intervals
describing 2 and 3 dimensional figures
identifying and making symmetrical figures, congruent figures, Venn diagrams with three sets
conducting simple probability experiments; making predictions
identifying and counting coins to $1.00

Science & Social Studies

exploring changes in weather: clouds, temperature, seasons, moisture, wind
exploring the relationship between people and geography
holidays across the calendar

Inquiry

Students will conduct two inquiry cycles, one focusing on a place and one on a topic of their
own choosing. We will explore various kinds of resources and create many different ways to
express our learning. We will also improve in our ability to reflect on and improve on our own
work. We look forward to reporting to our class and having museum days!