Weekly Newsletter Grade 5
Dates: 22-26 Jan. 2018
Curriculum Information for this Week:
Literacy: Grade 5 students are beginning their fantasy writing! This unit integrates reading and writing, taking a close look at elements of fantasy in book club and read aloud books and considering how to include these elements in writing. Students will follow a story mountain in order to include problems and solutions as characters go on a quest. Take the time to discuss these elements at home. How is it possible to base fantasy writing on real life events and themes?
Math: The students continue Unit 4: Place Value and Decimal Operations. This week students will begin dividing decimals using a variety of manipulatives to show their thinking, considering whether we are sharing or grouping our numbers.
Unit of Study: Students have completed a quick assessment on cells and tissues in order to prepare for our rotations regarding the human body. Each class will participate in rotations for the different body systems of the human body. Respiratory, immune, circulatory, muscular, skeletal and digestive systems will be covered during class rotations. The nervous system will be addressed in each rotation.
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Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)
Mon. 22 Jan: ES semester 2 ASA registration closes in PowerSchool
Wed. 31 Jan: No School
Highlight last week:
A successful Free Dress day took place on Friday, with donations for the Chin Refugee organization.
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