Friday, November 1, 2013

5V News

Parent conferences:
Parent conferences begin next week.  Please check out the "Parent Conference" tab to view your time or to find a new one.  Please email me with a time you'd like to meet.  Thanks!  

We are learning about:
  • Order of operations
  • The respiratory system
  • Memoir writing
  • Character development in reading workshop
Some activities we did this week:
  • Practiced using the order of operations in math
  • Enjoyed a visit from Mr. Sullivan who showed us what it's like to assist in heart surgeries 
  • Created a model of the respiratory system using cups, balloons, straws and clay
  • Crafted three different leads for our memoirs
  • Noticed how authors show movement through time in stories 
  • Continued drafting our memoirs
  • Discussed character traits
  • Used evidence from our books to support our reasoning for character traits 
  • Enjoyed a Halloween celebration thanks to our room parents!
Notes and reminders:
  • Early release- Thursday, November 7th
  • No School- November 8th and 11th 
Have a great weekend!

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