Well, this week will have a slight interruption due to Math Benchmark testing this Thursday and Friday. Students will be given their new focus and words, however tests will not be until next Friday, February 22. Students should also be working on their reports at home-final due date to be coming soon.
Reading
This week we will begin Theme 4 Give It All You've Got! The story is Mariah Keeps Cool. The focus is problem solving. This is when students determine the problem the character is facing, are able to recognize how the character is solving the problem and come up with other solutions for the problem if necessary. We will be working with this story throughout this week and next with the test on Friday, February 22.
This week since students will have extra time I am going to have them define their own vocabulary words this week. I reviewed context clues last week and modeled how to use context clues on the vocabulary tests. Students need to be able to read the word as well as explain what the word means.
Language
Students will receive a rubric to use as their guide for their report this week. Students should begin revising and editing their reports this week with a due date to come soon.
Students will also begin their book publishing project this week in class. Ask your child what they are writing their book about.
Spelling
Students do have a spelling pretest this week with a test next Friday, February 22.
Important Dates
Math Benchmark 1 and 2....Thursday and Friday, February 14-15
Book Fair.............................Thursday, February 14
Valentine's Day....................Thursday, February 14 Students may bring in Valentines
President's Day.....................Monday, February 18 No School
Reading tests........................Friday, February 22
Please remember if you ever have any questions don't hesitate to ask! :)
Until next time,
R. O'Steen
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