Updates from Room 25 for the week of August 30

We've almost survived another full week of school! I have enjoyed getting to know my class even better as learners and kids. I am so grateful to have such a good group this year. Here are some updates for you!

Curriculum:
Math- We are quickly making our way through unit 1 in math. We've focused a lot on place value, number stories, and estimating. We will plan on taking our test over unit 1 the week of Sept. 9 at some point. More information to come.

Science- We have been doing a lot of activities that focus on experimental design. We also have studied about the Missouri River in preparation for our field trip tomorrow. Check out these pictures from the activity "What happens to the mass of a piece of bubble gum as you chew it?" That was a fun one.


Writing- We have done some responses to our reading to practice summarizing and using proper writing techniques. We also have done some writing prompts to get ideas flowing.

Reading- We have been working on reading stamina. Students were also introduced to some reading apps this week when they received their iPads. We have focused on the idea of Author's Purpose this week and have identified reasons behind why books are written.

Homework:
- Please make sure your child has a 1 1/2 inch 3-ring binder before Tuesday, Sept. 3. I am happy to supply binders for kids that need them. Please contact me and let me know so I can get them this weekend!

Other updates:
- Our MO River field trip is TOMORROW, Aug. 30. Please make sure your child dresses comfortably.
- We have picture day on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Please send in your order forms or an online confirmation.
- 4th grade will be hosting a Curriculum Chat on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 7:40-8:15. Come and hear about all the things your child will be doing in 4th grade!

Have a great long weekend!
- Mary Sanders