Last Week of School
We will have a fun and exciting last week of school! We will mostly be engaging in end-of-the-year wrap-up activities!
Monday- Roman Battle
Tuesday- AR Party
Wednesday (half day)- Breakfast/pajama/movie day
Thursday- Water day
Friday- Game day
May 18- 22
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an expository nonfiction piece entitled, "The Power of Magnets". In conjunction with this we will be studying cause and effect relationships. In phonics we will be focusing on double consonants. In grammar we will be reviewing contractions.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be continuing some end-of-the-year wrap-up projects.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing our exciting unit on Ancient Rome.
Vocabulary
1. research
2. tools
3. familiar
4. gadget
5. invention
6. experiment
7. electric
8. power
9. prove
10. improve
Spelling
1. jelly
2. bottom
3. pillow
4. happen
5. butter
6. lesson
7. cherry
8. sudden
9. arrow
10. dollar
11. hello
12. rabbit
13. letter
14. button
May 11- 15
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational article entitled "The Foot Race Across America". We will be studying main idea and supporting details. In grammar we will be speaking about abbreviations and in phonics we will be focusing on common suffixes.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be doing some end-of-the-year wrap-up projects.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to study Ancient Rome.
Vocabulary
1. principal
2. proud
3. announced
4. advice
5. loyal
6. ability
7. absorb
8. loveliest
9. compete
10. approached
Spelling
1. person
2. helmet
3. until
4. carpet
5. Monday
6. enjoy
7. forget
8. problem
9. Sunday
10. garden
11. order
12. mistake
13. umpire
14. herself
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
May 4-8
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading an informational text called "Surviving Mt. Everest". In conjunction with it we will be studying main idea and supporting details. In phonics we are focusing on the suffixes -less, -ness-, and -able. In grammar we are reviewing adjectives that compare.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We are working on skills that are necessary for the 4th grade.
Science/Social Studies- In science we are beginning Unit 2: Earth and Stars. In social studies we will be starting a unit on Ancient Rome.
SCIENCE QUIZ- FRIDAY
Vocabulary
1. approached
2. slopes
3. halt
4. section
5. avalanches
6. increases
7. equipment
8. tanks
9. altitude
10. succeed
Spelling
1. painless
2. sickness
3. sadness
4. helpless
5. thankless
6. kindness
7. hopeless
8. darkness
9. fearless
10. thickness
11. careless
12. goodness
13. spotless
14. softness
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 27- May 1
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a story called "Dog-of-the-Sea-Waves". In conjunction with this we will be reviewing author's purpose. In phonics we are learning about prefixes. In grammar we will be working with complex sentences.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be finishing chapter 12 and beginning to get the kids ready for the 4th grade.
Science/Social Studies- We will be finishing Unit 7 about classifying plants and animals.
SCIENCE QUIZ- FRIDAY
Vocabulary
1. voyage
2. lava
3. rippled
4. rrival
5. guided
6. twisted
7. aboard
8. anchor
9. spotted
10. bay
Spelling
1. unfold
2. rejoin
3. untie
4. reheat
5. unfair
6. unclear
7. repaid
8. rewrite
9. unhurt
10. recheck
11. unlucky
12. unwrap
13. reuse
14. unsure
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 20- 24
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a fantasy story called "The Journey of Oliver K. Woodman". In conjunction with this, we will be reviewing sequence of events skills. In grammar we are focusing on possessive nouns and in phonics we are studying some common suffixes.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing chapter 12 which is all about geometry.
Science/Social Studies- We will continue to learn about Unit 7: Classifying Plants and Animals.
Vocabulary
1. sincere
2. managed
3. loaded
4. loveliest
5. conversations
6. inspired
7. reunion
8. currently
9. pleasure
10. terror
Spelling
1. singer
2. loudly
3. joyful
4. teacher
5. fighter
6. closely
7. powerful
8. farmer
9. quickly
10. careful
11. friendly
12. speaker
13. wonderful
14. truly
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 13- 17
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a non-fiction text called "Journey: Stories of Migration". In connection with this, we will be focusing on comparing and contrasting. In phonics we will be discussing the "-s", "-ed", "-es", and "-ing" endings. We will also continue reading "The Indian in the Cupboard" aloud as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing chapter 12 which is all about geometry.
Science/Social Studies- We will be beginning Unit 7 about classifying plants and animals.
Vocabulary
1. migrate
2. survival
3. plenty
4. frightening
5. accidents
6. solid
7. chilly
8. landscape
9. thunderous
10. dramatic
Spelling
1. cities
2. cried
3. puppies
4. hurried
5. stories
6. flies
7. parties
8. tried
9. pennies
10. fried
11. carried
12. babies
13. spied
14. ponies
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 23- 27
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will not be focusing on any new skills. We will be finishing up our novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and we will be focusing on our FSA tests.
FSA READING TEST- MONDAY AND TUESDAY
Mathematics- This week we will be continuing to learn about area and perimeter.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the Vikings.
March 16- 20
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a historical fiction story called "Sarah Plain and Tall". We will be studying story structure and point of view with it. In grammar we are talking about adverbs that compare. In phonics we are focusing on -ed and -ing endings. We are also continuing to read "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- This week we are starting chapter 11 which deals with area and perimeter.
Science/Social Studies- We are finishing Unit 4: Energy.
Science Test- Tuesday
Vocabulary
1. prairie
2. slick
3. fetch
4. clattered
5. sniff
6. rough
7. batted
8. thumped
9. buzzing
10. rustle
Spelling
1. coming
2. swimming
3. dropping
4. tapping
5. taping
6. invited
7. saving
8. stared
9. planned
10. changing
11. joking
12. loved
13. gripped
14. tasted
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 9- 13
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a trade book called "Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs!". We will not be introducing any new phonics or grammar skills, but rather, focusing on comprehension. We are also continuing to read "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" together as a class.
Mathematics- We are continuing to study ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We are working on Unit 4: Energy. We will be discussing the various types of energy such as: sound, heat, light, and electrical.
Spelling
1. crop
2. plan
3. thing
4. smell
5. shut
6. sticky
7. spent
8. lunch
9. pumpkin
10. clock
11. gift
12. class
13. skip
14. swing
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 3- 7
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text called "Life on the Ice". We will be studying main ideas and supporting details. In grammar we will be talking about adverbs and in phonics we will be focusing on compound words.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing to study ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We will be beginning Unit 5: Energy.
Vocabulary
1. shelter
2. colony
3. constant
4. wilderness
5. climate
6. region
7. unexpected
8. gliding
9. overheated
10. layer
Spelling
1. birthday
2. anyone
3. sometimes
4. everything
5. homework
6. afternoon
7. airplane
8. grandmother
9. something
10. without
11. himself
12. faraway
13. sunburned
14. daylight
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 23- 27
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a play called "Two Bear Cubs". In conjunction with it, we will be studying story message and summarizing. In grammar we are focusing on more irregular verbs and in phonics we are studying the "oo" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are taking our ch. 9 test and then moving on to ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We are testing on our Unit 3: Properties of Matter.
Monday- SCIENCE TEST
Vocabulary
1. scolding
2. greedily
3. ignores
4. hestitation
5. burden
6. glancing
7. base
8. console
9. drowsy
10. heroic
Spelling
1. mood
2. wooden
3. drew
4. smooth
5. blue
6. balloon
7. true
8. crooked
9. chew
10. tooth
11. hooves
12. cool
13. food
14. pooch
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 17- 20
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a non-fiction story called "A Tree is Growing". In conjunction with it, we will be studying questioning techniques. In grammar we are learning about the verb "to be" and helping verbs. In phonics we are focusing on the /k/ and /kw/ sounds. We will also continue reading "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as a class.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will continue chapter 9 regarding fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to focus on Unit 3 in science pertaining to the phases of matter and how matter changes.
Vocabulary
1. pollen
2. store
3. clumps
4. passages
5. absorb
6. throughout
7. coverings
8. spines
9. tropical
10. dissolve
Spelling
1. shark
2. check
3. queen
4. circus
5. flake
6. crack
7. second
8. squeeze
9. quart
10. squeak
11. quick
12. coldest
13. Africa
14. Mexico
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 9- 13
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will not be reading an anchor text or introducing any new skills. Instead, we are focusing on our new novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". We will be doing various comprehension activities with this story throughout the week. I'm sure you child will enjoy it!
Mathematics- This week we are beginning chapter 9 regarding fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are focusing on Unit 3 in science which deals with the states of matter and how matter changes.
Spelling
1. people
2. would
3. school
4. thought
5. with
6. asked
7. friend
8. favorite
9. finally
10. again
11. probably
12. before
13. animals
14. their
15. there
16. they're
17. surprise
18. receive
SPELLING TEST- Friday
February 2-6
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text entitled "The Albertosaurus Mystery". We will focus on drawing conclusions and understanding the author's point of view. In grammar we will speaking about comparative adjectives. In phonics we will focus on the "j" and "s" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will continue to study fractions.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be sharing our science fair projects. We will also be beginning a unit on matter. In social studies we will continue to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. fossils
2. clues
3. remains
4. prove
5. evidence
6. skeletons
7. uncovering
8. buried
9. fierce
10. location
Spelling
1. age
2. space
3. change
4. jawbone
5. jacket
6. giant
7. pencil
8. circle
9. once
10. large
11. dance
12. jeans
13. bounce
14. huge
15. beautiful
16. could
17. threw
18. through
January 26- 30
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a fiction story called "Judy Moody Saves the World!" In conjunction with this we will be studying story structure. In grammar we will focus on adjectives and articles. In phonics we will be studying the "air", "ear", and "are" sounds.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing our study of fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. recycle
2. project
3. dripping
4. carton
5. complicated
6. pollution
7. rubbish
8. hardly
9. shade
10. global
Spelling
1. air
2. wear
3. chair
4. stairs
5. bare
6. bear
7. hair
8. care
9. pear
10. pair
11. share
12. near
13. near
14. beard
15. does
16. tomorrow
17. believe
18. where
SPELLING TEST- Friday
January 20- 23
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a humorous story called "The Extra-Good Sunday". In conjunction with this, we will be focusing on character traits. In grammar we are reviewing verb tenses. In phonics we are focusing on words with "er", "ur", "ir", and "or".
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing our study of fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. degrees
2. ingredients
3. anxiously
4. tense
5. cross
6. recommended
7. remarked
8. festive
Spelling
1. because
2. about
3. opinion
4. conclusion
5. together
6. first
7. always
8. said
9. reason
10. example
11. different
12. similar
13. what
14. nurse
15. work
16. shirt
17. serve
18. worry
SPELLING TEST- Friday
January 12- 15
Reading/Language Arts- Since this is a shortened week, I will not be introducing any new concepts to the kids. We will focus on reading our novel "The Starving Time" and we will also work on drafting an opinion piece of writing.
Mathematics- We will begin chapter 8 in the textbook- having to do with fractions.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will continue to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will specifically focus on slavery and life on the plantations. In science we will continue to learn about Unit 8- How Living Things Respond to the Environment.
Unit 8 Quiz- Thursday
January 5- 9
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a nonfiction story called "Aero and Officer Mike". We will be focusing on identifying the author's purpose, point of view, and summarizing. In grammar we will be discussing pronoun-verb agreement. In phonics we will be learning about words with the "ar", "or", and "ore" sounds. We will also be beginning a new novel called "The Starving Time", which coincides with what we are learning about in social studies.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will be learning about the order of operations.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will also be starting a new science unit- Unit 8, which deals with how living things change.
Vocabulary
1. lying
2. loyal
3. partners
4. shift
5. quiver
6. patrol
7. ability
8. snap
December 15- 18
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be focusing on our novel "Our Strange New Land". We will also be discussing point of view and perspective in literature.
Mathematics- We will be having a MATH CHALLENGE on Monday from 2:30 to 3:00 in the cafeteria for all of the third graders. Mrs. Collins will challenge the kids with multiplication flash cards and one winner will be chosen.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will also be starting a new science unit- Unit 8, which deals with how living things change. A study guide will be sent home. Please keep it safe!
December 8- 12
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a Cherokee legend called, "Yonder Mountain". In conjunction with this story, we will be learning about comparing and contrasting. In phonics we will discuss contractions. In grammar we will learn about subject-verb agreement.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- This week we will be focusing on the distributive and associative properties of multiplication.
Science/Social Studies- We will begin our unit on the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. examined
2. peak
3. fondly
4. steep
5. rugged
6. mist
7. pausing
8. pleaded
December 1-5
Reading//Language Arts- We will be reading a trickster tale entitled "Tops and Bottoms". We will be learning about theme and the author's point of view. In phonics we will be discussing homophones. In grammar we will learning about using quotation marks.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will be focusing on multiplying and dividing in word problems.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning the steps a bill must undergo in order to become a law.
Vocabulary
1. risky
2. grunted
3. profit
4. crops
5. scowled
6. tugged
7. plucked
8. hollered
November 24-25
Reading/Language Arts- On this shortened week we will be focusing on our novel, "Our Strange New Land. No new skills will be introduced, but we will continue to read for comprehension.
Mathematics- With my math class we will be reviewing all of the strategies that we have learned to multiply and divide (equal group pictures, arrays, number lines, repeated addition/subtraction, and bar models). We will have our major assessment on multiplying and dividing on Tuesday.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the Bill of Rights. We will discuss the freedoms that are outlined in the Constitution and what their significance is.
November 17-21
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a nonfiction story called "Technology Wins the Game." In conjunction with this, we will be focusing on sequence of events. In grammar we will be discussing plural nouns. In phonics we are focusing on the "oi" and "oy" letter combinations.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing to learn strategies to help us multiply and divide. We will be focusing on the numbers 8 and 7.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the steps that a bill must go through in order to become a law.
Vocabulary
1. contribute
2. athletes
3. improve
4. power
5. process
6. flexible
7. fraction
8. compete
November 12- 14
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be beginning a new novel series dealing with colonial America. The first book is called "Our Strange New Land". We will also be studying how to identify the author's purpose in a text.
Mathematics- In my math class we will continue learning strategies to multiply and divide. We will also be discussing the Distributive Property of Multiplication.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the three branches of government: the legislative, judicial, and executive.
November 3- 7
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a story called "Amos and Boris". We will be learning methods for understanding the meaning of unknown words. We will spend some time reviewing various grammar skills that we have acquired throughout the school year. We will also focus on writing an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we will continue to learn strategies to multiply and divide.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the Constitution of the United States.
October 27- 31
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a biography entitled, "Young Thomas Edison". We will be studying how to identify the main idea and supporting details. In grammar, we will be learning about pronouns. In phonics, we will be focusing on the "aw", "au" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning how to multiply and divide with the numbers 1 and 0.
Science/Social Studies- In social studies, we will be continuing to learn about facets of the economy like goods, services, needs, and wants. We will also soon begin to speak about the three branches of government.
Vocabulary
1. laboratory
2. gadget
3. genius
4. invention
5. experiment
6. occasional
7. signal
8. electric
October 20-24
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a story called "The Kamishibai Man". In conjunction with this story, we are focusing on cause and effect relationships and analyzing illustrations. In phonics, we are learning about the "ou"/"ow" diphthongs. In grammar, we are learning about abstract nouns. In writing, we are targeting how to write an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning how to multiply and divide with the number 10.
Science/Social Studies- In social studies we are going to begin study economics. More specifically we will be talking about wants and needs and producers and consumers.
Vocabulary
1. familiar
2. applause
3. vacant
4. rickety
5. blurry
6. blasted
7. jerky
8. rude
October 13- 17
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a folktale entitled "The Harvest Birds". In conjunction with this story, we will be studying how to draw conclusions, make inferences and predictions, and also what the difference is between literal and non-literal meanings. In phonics, we are studying the silent letter pairs: "kn" and "wr". In grammar, we are focusing on using commas properly. In writing, we are targeting how to write an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Thursday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning about the number 2. We are learning how to multiply and divide with it.
Science/Social Studies- In science, we are finishing up our unit about plants. We will be
reviewing and then:
SCIENCE UNIT 6 TEST- WEDNESDAY
In social studies, we are focusing on the continent of Australia.
Vocabulary
1. harvest
2. separate
3. ashamed
4. borders
5. advice
6. borrow
7. patch
8. serious
October 6- 10
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text called "What Do Illustrators Do?". In conjunction with this story, we will be studying text and graphic features and how they help us to understand stories. In grammar, we are speaking about verb tenses. In phonics, we are focusing on three-letter clusters.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we will be finishing Chapter 2 dealing with data. Our test is on Wednesday. We will then begin working with the number 2 and learning how to multiply and divide with it.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will continue to study Unit 6 about plants and the environment. In social studies, we will focus on the continent of Africa.
Vocabulary
1. imagine
2. tools
3. illustrate
4. scribbles
5. sketches
6. tracing
7. research
8. textures
September 29- October 3
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a non-fiction story called "Bats Love the Night". In conjunction with this story we will be studying sequence of events. In grammar we are focusing on verbs. We will continue to read "Holes" together.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we are working on ways to display data such as pictographs and bar graphs.
Science/Social Studies- We will be starting Unit 6 which focuses on the parts of a plant and their various functions. We will also be focusing on the continent of Europe.
Vocabulary
1. twitch
2. swoops
3. squeak
4. echoes
5. detail
6. slithers
7. snuggles
8. dozes
September 22- 26
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a non-fiction story about Roberto Clemente. In conjunction with this, we are focusing on cause and effect relationships. In grammar we are learning how to pluralize. In phonics we are focusing on the long i vowel sound. We are also continuing to read "Holes" together.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- FRIDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be starting chapter 2 which has to do with bar graphs and line plots.
Science/Social Studies- This week we are focusing on the continent of Asia.
Vocabulary
1. stands
2. fans
3. score
4. league
5. slammed
6. style
7. polish
8. pronounced
September 15- 19
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a story called "Pop's Bridge". We will be focusing on comparing and contrasting. In grammar we will be learning about common and proper nouns. In phonics we will be studying the long o sound. We will also continue reading "Holes" as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing to practice addition and subtraction strategies.
Science/Social Studies- We will be studying the continent of Antarctica. In science we will discussing how scientists record data.
Vocabulary
1. crew
2. tide
3. cling
4. balancing
5. foggy
6. disappears
7. stretch
8. excitement
September 8- 12
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a realistic fiction story called "Destiny's Gift". In conjunction with this, we will focus on understanding character traits. In grammar we will be learning how to form compound sentences. In phonics we are focusing on the "ai", "ay", "ee", and "ea" common vowel pairings. We will also continue reading "Holes".
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we are learning mental math strategies for addition and subtraction within 100.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the continent of South America. We will even have a special guest speaker come talk to the kids!
September 2-5
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a fiction story this week entitled "The Trial of Cardigan Jones". We will be studying making inferences/drawing conclusions to coincide with this story. In phonics we will focus on the long vowel sounds. We will also continue to read "Holes" together as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will begin switching classes for our math rotation. Chances are, I will not be your child's math teacher. However, with my math students we will be starting lesson 1.1 in our textbooks regarding the Commutative and Identity Properties of Addition.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be speaking in depth about North America and the countries that make it up. In science we will be discussing what "models" are and how they are used in scientific experiments.
Augsust 24-29
Reading/Languge Arts- We will read a fiction story this week entitled "A Fine, Fine School". In conjunction with it, we will study story structure and illustrations. In grammar we will discuss simple subjects. In phonics we will focus on the short vowel sounds. We will also continue reading "Holes" as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be reviewing addition and subtraction skills.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the 7 continents and the 4 oceans. We will also discuss the "scientific method" and conduct our first experiment.
August 18-22
We will have a fun and exciting last week of school! We will mostly be engaging in end-of-the-year wrap-up activities!
Monday- Roman Battle
Tuesday- AR Party
Wednesday (half day)- Breakfast/pajama/movie day
Thursday- Water day
Friday- Game day
May 18- 22
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an expository nonfiction piece entitled, "The Power of Magnets". In conjunction with this we will be studying cause and effect relationships. In phonics we will be focusing on double consonants. In grammar we will be reviewing contractions.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be continuing some end-of-the-year wrap-up projects.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing our exciting unit on Ancient Rome.
Vocabulary
1. research
2. tools
3. familiar
4. gadget
5. invention
6. experiment
7. electric
8. power
9. prove
10. improve
Spelling
1. jelly
2. bottom
3. pillow
4. happen
5. butter
6. lesson
7. cherry
8. sudden
9. arrow
10. dollar
11. hello
12. rabbit
13. letter
14. button
May 11- 15
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational article entitled "The Foot Race Across America". We will be studying main idea and supporting details. In grammar we will be speaking about abbreviations and in phonics we will be focusing on common suffixes.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be doing some end-of-the-year wrap-up projects.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to study Ancient Rome.
Vocabulary
1. principal
2. proud
3. announced
4. advice
5. loyal
6. ability
7. absorb
8. loveliest
9. compete
10. approached
Spelling
1. person
2. helmet
3. until
4. carpet
5. Monday
6. enjoy
7. forget
8. problem
9. Sunday
10. garden
11. order
12. mistake
13. umpire
14. herself
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
May 4-8
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading an informational text called "Surviving Mt. Everest". In conjunction with it we will be studying main idea and supporting details. In phonics we are focusing on the suffixes -less, -ness-, and -able. In grammar we are reviewing adjectives that compare.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We are working on skills that are necessary for the 4th grade.
Science/Social Studies- In science we are beginning Unit 2: Earth and Stars. In social studies we will be starting a unit on Ancient Rome.
SCIENCE QUIZ- FRIDAY
Vocabulary
1. approached
2. slopes
3. halt
4. section
5. avalanches
6. increases
7. equipment
8. tanks
9. altitude
10. succeed
Spelling
1. painless
2. sickness
3. sadness
4. helpless
5. thankless
6. kindness
7. hopeless
8. darkness
9. fearless
10. thickness
11. careless
12. goodness
13. spotless
14. softness
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 27- May 1
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a story called "Dog-of-the-Sea-Waves". In conjunction with this we will be reviewing author's purpose. In phonics we are learning about prefixes. In grammar we will be working with complex sentences.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be finishing chapter 12 and beginning to get the kids ready for the 4th grade.
Science/Social Studies- We will be finishing Unit 7 about classifying plants and animals.
SCIENCE QUIZ- FRIDAY
Vocabulary
1. voyage
2. lava
3. rippled
4. rrival
5. guided
6. twisted
7. aboard
8. anchor
9. spotted
10. bay
Spelling
1. unfold
2. rejoin
3. untie
4. reheat
5. unfair
6. unclear
7. repaid
8. rewrite
9. unhurt
10. recheck
11. unlucky
12. unwrap
13. reuse
14. unsure
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 20- 24
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a fantasy story called "The Journey of Oliver K. Woodman". In conjunction with this, we will be reviewing sequence of events skills. In grammar we are focusing on possessive nouns and in phonics we are studying some common suffixes.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing chapter 12 which is all about geometry.
Science/Social Studies- We will continue to learn about Unit 7: Classifying Plants and Animals.
Vocabulary
1. sincere
2. managed
3. loaded
4. loveliest
5. conversations
6. inspired
7. reunion
8. currently
9. pleasure
10. terror
Spelling
1. singer
2. loudly
3. joyful
4. teacher
5. fighter
6. closely
7. powerful
8. farmer
9. quickly
10. careful
11. friendly
12. speaker
13. wonderful
14. truly
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
April 13- 17
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a non-fiction text called "Journey: Stories of Migration". In connection with this, we will be focusing on comparing and contrasting. In phonics we will be discussing the "-s", "-ed", "-es", and "-ing" endings. We will also continue reading "The Indian in the Cupboard" aloud as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing chapter 12 which is all about geometry.
Science/Social Studies- We will be beginning Unit 7 about classifying plants and animals.
Vocabulary
1. migrate
2. survival
3. plenty
4. frightening
5. accidents
6. solid
7. chilly
8. landscape
9. thunderous
10. dramatic
Spelling
1. cities
2. cried
3. puppies
4. hurried
5. stories
6. flies
7. parties
8. tried
9. pennies
10. fried
11. carried
12. babies
13. spied
14. ponies
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 23- 27
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will not be focusing on any new skills. We will be finishing up our novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and we will be focusing on our FSA tests.
FSA READING TEST- MONDAY AND TUESDAY
Mathematics- This week we will be continuing to learn about area and perimeter.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the Vikings.
March 16- 20
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a historical fiction story called "Sarah Plain and Tall". We will be studying story structure and point of view with it. In grammar we are talking about adverbs that compare. In phonics we are focusing on -ed and -ing endings. We are also continuing to read "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- This week we are starting chapter 11 which deals with area and perimeter.
Science/Social Studies- We are finishing Unit 4: Energy.
Science Test- Tuesday
Vocabulary
1. prairie
2. slick
3. fetch
4. clattered
5. sniff
6. rough
7. batted
8. thumped
9. buzzing
10. rustle
Spelling
1. coming
2. swimming
3. dropping
4. tapping
5. taping
6. invited
7. saving
8. stared
9. planned
10. changing
11. joking
12. loved
13. gripped
14. tasted
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 9- 13
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a trade book called "Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs!". We will not be introducing any new phonics or grammar skills, but rather, focusing on comprehension. We are also continuing to read "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" together as a class.
Mathematics- We are continuing to study ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We are working on Unit 4: Energy. We will be discussing the various types of energy such as: sound, heat, light, and electrical.
Spelling
1. crop
2. plan
3. thing
4. smell
5. shut
6. sticky
7. spent
8. lunch
9. pumpkin
10. clock
11. gift
12. class
13. skip
14. swing
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
March 3- 7
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text called "Life on the Ice". We will be studying main ideas and supporting details. In grammar we will be talking about adverbs and in phonics we will be focusing on compound words.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing to study ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We will be beginning Unit 5: Energy.
Vocabulary
1. shelter
2. colony
3. constant
4. wilderness
5. climate
6. region
7. unexpected
8. gliding
9. overheated
10. layer
Spelling
1. birthday
2. anyone
3. sometimes
4. everything
5. homework
6. afternoon
7. airplane
8. grandmother
9. something
10. without
11. himself
12. faraway
13. sunburned
14. daylight
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 23- 27
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a play called "Two Bear Cubs". In conjunction with it, we will be studying story message and summarizing. In grammar we are focusing on more irregular verbs and in phonics we are studying the "oo" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are taking our ch. 9 test and then moving on to ch. 10 which deals with time and measurement.
Science/Social Studies- We are testing on our Unit 3: Properties of Matter.
Monday- SCIENCE TEST
Vocabulary
1. scolding
2. greedily
3. ignores
4. hestitation
5. burden
6. glancing
7. base
8. console
9. drowsy
10. heroic
Spelling
1. mood
2. wooden
3. drew
4. smooth
5. blue
6. balloon
7. true
8. crooked
9. chew
10. tooth
11. hooves
12. cool
13. food
14. pooch
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 17- 20
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a non-fiction story called "A Tree is Growing". In conjunction with it, we will be studying questioning techniques. In grammar we are learning about the verb "to be" and helping verbs. In phonics we are focusing on the /k/ and /kw/ sounds. We will also continue reading "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as a class.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will continue chapter 9 regarding fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to focus on Unit 3 in science pertaining to the phases of matter and how matter changes.
Vocabulary
1. pollen
2. store
3. clumps
4. passages
5. absorb
6. throughout
7. coverings
8. spines
9. tropical
10. dissolve
Spelling
1. shark
2. check
3. queen
4. circus
5. flake
6. crack
7. second
8. squeeze
9. quart
10. squeak
11. quick
12. coldest
13. Africa
14. Mexico
SPELLING TEST- FRIDAY
February 9- 13
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will not be reading an anchor text or introducing any new skills. Instead, we are focusing on our new novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". We will be doing various comprehension activities with this story throughout the week. I'm sure you child will enjoy it!
Mathematics- This week we are beginning chapter 9 regarding fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are focusing on Unit 3 in science which deals with the states of matter and how matter changes.
Spelling
1. people
2. would
3. school
4. thought
5. with
6. asked
7. friend
8. favorite
9. finally
10. again
11. probably
12. before
13. animals
14. their
15. there
16. they're
17. surprise
18. receive
SPELLING TEST- Friday
February 2-6
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text entitled "The Albertosaurus Mystery". We will focus on drawing conclusions and understanding the author's point of view. In grammar we will speaking about comparative adjectives. In phonics we will focus on the "j" and "s" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will continue to study fractions.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be sharing our science fair projects. We will also be beginning a unit on matter. In social studies we will continue to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. fossils
2. clues
3. remains
4. prove
5. evidence
6. skeletons
7. uncovering
8. buried
9. fierce
10. location
Spelling
1. age
2. space
3. change
4. jawbone
5. jacket
6. giant
7. pencil
8. circle
9. once
10. large
11. dance
12. jeans
13. bounce
14. huge
15. beautiful
16. could
17. threw
18. through
January 26- 30
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a fiction story called "Judy Moody Saves the World!" In conjunction with this we will be studying story structure. In grammar we will focus on adjectives and articles. In phonics we will be studying the "air", "ear", and "are" sounds.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing our study of fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. recycle
2. project
3. dripping
4. carton
5. complicated
6. pollution
7. rubbish
8. hardly
9. shade
10. global
Spelling
1. air
2. wear
3. chair
4. stairs
5. bare
6. bear
7. hair
8. care
9. pear
10. pair
11. share
12. near
13. near
14. beard
15. does
16. tomorrow
17. believe
18. where
SPELLING TEST- Friday
January 20- 23
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a humorous story called "The Extra-Good Sunday". In conjunction with this, we will be focusing on character traits. In grammar we are reviewing verb tenses. In phonics we are focusing on words with "er", "ur", "ir", and "or".
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing our study of fractions.
Science/Social Studies- We are continuing to learn about the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. degrees
2. ingredients
3. anxiously
4. tense
5. cross
6. recommended
7. remarked
8. festive
Spelling
1. because
2. about
3. opinion
4. conclusion
5. together
6. first
7. always
8. said
9. reason
10. example
11. different
12. similar
13. what
14. nurse
15. work
16. shirt
17. serve
18. worry
SPELLING TEST- Friday
January 12- 15
Reading/Language Arts- Since this is a shortened week, I will not be introducing any new concepts to the kids. We will focus on reading our novel "The Starving Time" and we will also work on drafting an opinion piece of writing.
Mathematics- We will begin chapter 8 in the textbook- having to do with fractions.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will continue to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will specifically focus on slavery and life on the plantations. In science we will continue to learn about Unit 8- How Living Things Respond to the Environment.
Unit 8 Quiz- Thursday
January 5- 9
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a nonfiction story called "Aero and Officer Mike". We will be focusing on identifying the author's purpose, point of view, and summarizing. In grammar we will be discussing pronoun-verb agreement. In phonics we will be learning about words with the "ar", "or", and "ore" sounds. We will also be beginning a new novel called "The Starving Time", which coincides with what we are learning about in social studies.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will be learning about the order of operations.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will also be starting a new science unit- Unit 8, which deals with how living things change.
Vocabulary
1. lying
2. loyal
3. partners
4. shift
5. quiver
6. patrol
7. ability
8. snap
December 15- 18
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be focusing on our novel "Our Strange New Land". We will also be discussing point of view and perspective in literature.
Mathematics- We will be having a MATH CHALLENGE on Monday from 2:30 to 3:00 in the cafeteria for all of the third graders. Mrs. Collins will challenge the kids with multiplication flash cards and one winner will be chosen.
Science/Social Studies- We will be continuing to learn about the 13 Colonies. We will also be starting a new science unit- Unit 8, which deals with how living things change. A study guide will be sent home. Please keep it safe!
December 8- 12
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a Cherokee legend called, "Yonder Mountain". In conjunction with this story, we will be learning about comparing and contrasting. In phonics we will discuss contractions. In grammar we will learn about subject-verb agreement.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- This week we will be focusing on the distributive and associative properties of multiplication.
Science/Social Studies- We will begin our unit on the 13 colonies.
Vocabulary
1. examined
2. peak
3. fondly
4. steep
5. rugged
6. mist
7. pausing
8. pleaded
December 1-5
Reading//Language Arts- We will be reading a trickster tale entitled "Tops and Bottoms". We will be learning about theme and the author's point of view. In phonics we will be discussing homophones. In grammar we will learning about using quotation marks.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We will be focusing on multiplying and dividing in word problems.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning the steps a bill must undergo in order to become a law.
Vocabulary
1. risky
2. grunted
3. profit
4. crops
5. scowled
6. tugged
7. plucked
8. hollered
November 24-25
Reading/Language Arts- On this shortened week we will be focusing on our novel, "Our Strange New Land. No new skills will be introduced, but we will continue to read for comprehension.
Mathematics- With my math class we will be reviewing all of the strategies that we have learned to multiply and divide (equal group pictures, arrays, number lines, repeated addition/subtraction, and bar models). We will have our major assessment on multiplying and dividing on Tuesday.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the Bill of Rights. We will discuss the freedoms that are outlined in the Constitution and what their significance is.
November 17-21
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a nonfiction story called "Technology Wins the Game." In conjunction with this, we will be focusing on sequence of events. In grammar we will be discussing plural nouns. In phonics we are focusing on the "oi" and "oy" letter combinations.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- We are continuing to learn strategies to help us multiply and divide. We will be focusing on the numbers 8 and 7.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the steps that a bill must go through in order to become a law.
Vocabulary
1. contribute
2. athletes
3. improve
4. power
5. process
6. flexible
7. fraction
8. compete
November 12- 14
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be beginning a new novel series dealing with colonial America. The first book is called "Our Strange New Land". We will also be studying how to identify the author's purpose in a text.
Mathematics- In my math class we will continue learning strategies to multiply and divide. We will also be discussing the Distributive Property of Multiplication.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the three branches of government: the legislative, judicial, and executive.
November 3- 7
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a story called "Amos and Boris". We will be learning methods for understanding the meaning of unknown words. We will spend some time reviewing various grammar skills that we have acquired throughout the school year. We will also focus on writing an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we will continue to learn strategies to multiply and divide.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the Constitution of the United States.
October 27- 31
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a biography entitled, "Young Thomas Edison". We will be studying how to identify the main idea and supporting details. In grammar, we will be learning about pronouns. In phonics, we will be focusing on the "aw", "au" sound.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning how to multiply and divide with the numbers 1 and 0.
Science/Social Studies- In social studies, we will be continuing to learn about facets of the economy like goods, services, needs, and wants. We will also soon begin to speak about the three branches of government.
Vocabulary
1. laboratory
2. gadget
3. genius
4. invention
5. experiment
6. occasional
7. signal
8. electric
October 20-24
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a story called "The Kamishibai Man". In conjunction with this story, we are focusing on cause and effect relationships and analyzing illustrations. In phonics, we are learning about the "ou"/"ow" diphthongs. In grammar, we are learning about abstract nouns. In writing, we are targeting how to write an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning how to multiply and divide with the number 10.
Science/Social Studies- In social studies we are going to begin study economics. More specifically we will be talking about wants and needs and producers and consumers.
Vocabulary
1. familiar
2. applause
3. vacant
4. rickety
5. blurry
6. blasted
7. jerky
8. rude
October 13- 17
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading a folktale entitled "The Harvest Birds". In conjunction with this story, we will be studying how to draw conclusions, make inferences and predictions, and also what the difference is between literal and non-literal meanings. In phonics, we are studying the silent letter pairs: "kn" and "wr". In grammar, we are focusing on using commas properly. In writing, we are targeting how to write an opinion paragraph.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Thursday
Mathematics- In my math class we are learning about the number 2. We are learning how to multiply and divide with it.
Science/Social Studies- In science, we are finishing up our unit about plants. We will be
reviewing and then:
SCIENCE UNIT 6 TEST- WEDNESDAY
In social studies, we are focusing on the continent of Australia.
Vocabulary
1. harvest
2. separate
3. ashamed
4. borders
5. advice
6. borrow
7. patch
8. serious
October 6- 10
Reading/Language Arts- This week we will be reading an informational text called "What Do Illustrators Do?". In conjunction with this story, we will be studying text and graphic features and how they help us to understand stories. In grammar, we are speaking about verb tenses. In phonics, we are focusing on three-letter clusters.
Grammar/Phonics Quiz- Thursday
Vocab/Comprehension Quiz- Friday
Mathematics- In my math class we will be finishing Chapter 2 dealing with data. Our test is on Wednesday. We will then begin working with the number 2 and learning how to multiply and divide with it.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will continue to study Unit 6 about plants and the environment. In social studies, we will focus on the continent of Africa.
Vocabulary
1. imagine
2. tools
3. illustrate
4. scribbles
5. sketches
6. tracing
7. research
8. textures
September 29- October 3
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a non-fiction story called "Bats Love the Night". In conjunction with this story we will be studying sequence of events. In grammar we are focusing on verbs. We will continue to read "Holes" together.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we are working on ways to display data such as pictographs and bar graphs.
Science/Social Studies- We will be starting Unit 6 which focuses on the parts of a plant and their various functions. We will also be focusing on the continent of Europe.
Vocabulary
1. twitch
2. swoops
3. squeak
4. echoes
5. detail
6. slithers
7. snuggles
8. dozes
September 22- 26
Reading/Language Arts- This week we are reading a non-fiction story about Roberto Clemente. In conjunction with this, we are focusing on cause and effect relationships. In grammar we are learning how to pluralize. In phonics we are focusing on the long i vowel sound. We are also continuing to read "Holes" together.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- FRIDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be starting chapter 2 which has to do with bar graphs and line plots.
Science/Social Studies- This week we are focusing on the continent of Asia.
Vocabulary
1. stands
2. fans
3. score
4. league
5. slammed
6. style
7. polish
8. pronounced
September 15- 19
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a story called "Pop's Bridge". We will be focusing on comparing and contrasting. In grammar we will be learning about common and proper nouns. In phonics we will be studying the long o sound. We will also continue reading "Holes" as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we will be continuing to practice addition and subtraction strategies.
Science/Social Studies- We will be studying the continent of Antarctica. In science we will discussing how scientists record data.
Vocabulary
1. crew
2. tide
3. cling
4. balancing
5. foggy
6. disappears
7. stretch
8. excitement
September 8- 12
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a realistic fiction story called "Destiny's Gift". In conjunction with this, we will focus on understanding character traits. In grammar we will be learning how to form compound sentences. In phonics we are focusing on the "ai", "ay", "ee", and "ea" common vowel pairings. We will also continue reading "Holes".
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- In my math class, we are learning mental math strategies for addition and subtraction within 100.
Science/Social Studies- We will be learning about the continent of South America. We will even have a special guest speaker come talk to the kids!
September 2-5
Reading/Language Arts- We will read a fiction story this week entitled "The Trial of Cardigan Jones". We will be studying making inferences/drawing conclusions to coincide with this story. In phonics we will focus on the long vowel sounds. We will also continue to read "Holes" together as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will begin switching classes for our math rotation. Chances are, I will not be your child's math teacher. However, with my math students we will be starting lesson 1.1 in our textbooks regarding the Commutative and Identity Properties of Addition.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be speaking in depth about North America and the countries that make it up. In science we will be discussing what "models" are and how they are used in scientific experiments.
Augsust 24-29
Reading/Languge Arts- We will read a fiction story this week entitled "A Fine, Fine School". In conjunction with it, we will study story structure and illustrations. In grammar we will discuss simple subjects. In phonics we will focus on the short vowel sounds. We will also continue reading "Holes" as a class.
GRAMMAR/PHONICS QUIZ- THURSDAY
VOCAB/COMPREHENSION QUIZ- FRIDAY
Mathematics- We will be reviewing addition and subtraction skills.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will be learning about the 7 continents and the 4 oceans. We will also discuss the "scientific method" and conduct our first experiment.
August 18-22
HAPPY FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL!
This week we will spend a great deal of time getting to know each other and engaging in various icebreakers and team-building activities. We will also be practicing class procedures and familiarizing ourselves with the rules of the classroom.
Reading/Language Arts- We will begin our first novel of the year- "Holes" by Louis Sachar. We will acquire the associated vocabulary words needed for understanding, as well as discuss the chapters read in order to ensure comprehension.
Mathematics- The children will be required to take a "Beginning of the Year" math test to get a gauge of their abilities. These scores will be used to group all of the third graders according to their proficiency. These groupings will be used to form math classes or rotations. This means that there is a great chance that I will not be your son/daughter's math teacher.
Science/Social Studies- This week we will begin learning about the compass rose and the basic directional terms.
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