Classroom News

Updated 11/22/09

Topics we are currently working on:

Math: multiples and LCM (Least Common Multiple).  If you haven't already, it 
is time to MEMORIZE those multiplication facts.  TIMED tests will begin soon 
so start practicing.

Reading: We are finishing Owl in the Shower.  We are working on identifying 
the parts of a story, including:  characters, setting, plot, climax, theme, 
genre, and author's purpose.

Grammar:  We just began a unit on nouns.  We are identifying common and 
proper nouns.

Writing: In preparation for an Owl in the Shower writing assignment, we will 
practice writing friendly letters and persuasive paragraphs.

Social Studies:  finish geography unit

Science: continue working through Ecosystem chapter

Thank you's:

For sending in BOXTOPS!!!!  If you haven't heard already, our class won!  Our 
prize is a whole class pizza party scheduled for Friday, December 4.  We had 
a couple of big collectors in our class including Kourtney who collected over 
175, and Lauren who collected over 200!  It was all our boxtops together that 
put us ahead of the pack.  Great job class!!!!!

For coming in for parent/teacher conferences.  It was so nice to meet with 
all of you.  Report cards will be issued November 30.  

For helping to "Stuff the Bus".  You food contributions will be appreciated 
by many.  You are a generous group.