Weekly Newsletter Grade 5Dates: 29 Jan. - Feb. 2 2018
Dear Parents,
Curriculum Information for this Week:
Literacy: Grade 5 students are generating ideas for their fantasy writing and continuing to dig deep into the elements of fantasy in their book group discussions. They have been learning about the importance of power, character development, conflict and setting in the development of a theme. The understanding that they develop in their book club will be used to support their writing piece. Take the time to discuss story ideas at home. What are some of the ideas you have generated so far for a fantasy story?
Math: The students continue Unit 4: Place Value and Decimal Operations. This week students will continuing their work with dividing decimals using a variety of manipulatives to show their thinking and continuing to review. The assessment will be the end of this week.
Unit of Study: Students are continuing with their human body system rotations 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.
For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.
Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)
Wed. 31 Jan: No School (Wednesday...we do have school Thursday)
Fri. 2 Feb: 100th Day of School (students may wear a shirt with a number on it)
Highlight last week:
Students have some great story ideas for fantasy!
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