Cindy Mabary

April Announcements

I hope everyone has enjoyed their Spring Break so far! I cannot believe that this school year is quickly coming to an end! I guess time flies when you are having fun!! We will certainly stay busy over the next few weeks! 

Please remember to have your child bring in 5-10 pictures to reflect what they did over Spring Break. If they did not go anywhere, the kids can bring in pictures of them relaxing on the couch, playing with a pet, spending time with friends, etc. We will be creating a writing project in class using the pictures they bring in to class. They will need to have them at school by Tuesday so we can get started on this memorable project!!!                                         

                                                         

In math, we will continue to work on multiplying and dividing using decimals. We will also review the properties of multiplication and the coordinate system.

In science, we will be studying ecosystems. We will begin our new unit on animal behaviors and adaptations when we return to school.

In social studies, we will be learning about the new government and the development of our nation.

The following are important dates to keep in mind:         

April 23-30 CRCT Testing

May 7-Field Day

May 23-Last Day of School

*We are in the process of planning an end of the year party. It will be held after school during the last week of school! We will send out more information later this month.

*I would like to plan a date this summer to have a "classs reunion" at Six Flags. It will be one day during the week in June. I will be out of town most of July. I will send home more information the end of this month.

Thanks again for all of you support this year!! I know it is not the end yet...but it will be here before we know it!!

Marching Right Along!!

                                                

       Read Across America Day was a huge success! The students enjoyed reading with book buddies, flashlight reading , outdoor reading, Talent Development and Mystery Readers today! What a fun way to celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday!!

We also had fire safety again today. We will continue this program for two more weeks. Please discuss with your child about what they are learning!!

                                  

The students will be traveling back in time on Friday, May 7th as they dress up and portray a historical figure from the past at the VIP Tea. Please plan to attend...you don't want to miss this memorable event! 

In social studies, we will be finishing our study of the American Revolution. Next, we will focus on writing The Constitution and planning a new government over the next few weeks.

In Math, the students will take the 3rd nine weeks IMI over fractions and decimals and measurement on March 12, 2008. Please help your child complete the study guide which will come home on Thursday of this week.

In Science, we will complete our unit on the Solar System over the next couple weeks. We will begin our unit on Ecosystems in mid-March.

St. Patrick's Day is Monday, March 17, 2008. To avoid getting pinched...the students in Ms. Mabary's Class will wear their green class t-shirts to school on that day.

Please be sure to visit the following websites to help extend your child's learning!!

Math sites:

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/deathdecimals.htm

http://www.decimalsquares.com/dsGames/

http://www.mathplayground.com/making_change.html

Colonial and Revolutionary Times Websites

Explore these sites:

http://www.mce.k12tn.net/revolutionary_war/american_revolution.htm

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/13.htm

http://www.libertyskids.com/lnn.html

http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/continental/timeline.html

http://www.clements.umich.edu/spies/index-stories.html

http://www.history.org/kids/games/cooperation.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/jigsaws/galleries.cfm?trades

http://www.history.org/kids/games/flash/quillPen.swf

http://www.history.org/kids/games/postcard.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/foundingFather.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/dollGame.cfm

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Space Websites

Visit these cool sites about solar system!

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/eclipse/

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/mars/

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/index.shtml

http://www.mhhe.com/physsci/astronomy/arny_3e_update/constellation_quiz/index.htm

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/light/

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/age/index.html

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weight/index.html

http://www.spacewander.com/USA/english.html

http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/black_holes/

http://www.scienceyear.com/planet10/solar_preload.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/playspace/games/spacedoctor/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/stars/birth/index.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/exploration/iss/index.shtml

http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/en/kids/stardust/index.shtml#

http://www.learner.org/teacherslab/science/light/color/index.html

http://www.scholastic.com/lbus/games/space/index.asp

     The students are staying very busy and learning a great deal in the process. We have just a few weeks left until Spring Break! Please continue to reinforce good study habits at home. Thanks again for your support!!

In Math, the students will take the 3rd nine weeks IMI over fractions and decimals and measurement on March 12, 2008. Please help your child complete the study guide which will come home on Thursday of this week.

Math sites:

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/deathdecimals.htm

http://www.decimalsquares.com/dsGames/

http://www.mathplayground.com/making_change.html

Colonial and Revolutionary Times Websites

Explore these sites:

http://www.mce.k12tn.net/revolutionary_war/american_revolution.htm

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/13.htm

http://www.libertyskids.com/lnn.html

http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/continental/timeline.html

http://www.clements.umich.edu/spies/index-stories.html

http://www.history.org/kids/games/cooperation.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/jigsaws/galleries.cfm?trades

http://www.history.org/kids/games/flash/quillPen.swf

http://www.history.org/kids/games/postcard.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/foundingFather.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/dollGame.cfm

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Space Websites

Visit these cool sites about solar system!

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/eclipse/

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/mars/

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/index.shtml

http://www.mhhe.com/physsci/astronomy/arny_3e_update/constellation_quiz/index.htm

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/light/

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/age/index.html

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weight/index.html

http://www.spacewander.com/USA/english.html

http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/black_holes/

http://www.scienceyear.com/planet10/solar_preload.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/playspace/games/spacedoctor/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/stars/birth/index.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/exploration/iss/index.shtml

http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/en/kids/stardust/index.shtml#

http://www.learner.org/teacherslab/science/light/color/index.html

http://www.scholastic.com/lbus/games/space/index.asp

     The students are staying very busy and learning a great deal in the process. We have just a few weeks left until Spring Break! Please continue to reinforce good study habits at home. Thanks again for your support!!

Explore these sites:

http://www.mce.k12tn.net/revolutionary_war/american_revolution.htm

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/13.htm

http://www.libertyskids.com/lnn.html

http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/continental/timeline.html

http://www.clements.umich.edu/spies/index-stories.html

http://www.history.org/kids/games/cooperation.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/jigsaws/galleries.cfm?trades

http://www.history.org/kids/games/flash/quillPen.swf

http://www.history.org/kids/games/postcard.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/foundingFather.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/dollGame.cfm

Visit these cool sites about solar system!

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/eclipse/

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/mars/

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/index.shtml

http://www.mhhe.com/physsci/astronomy/arny_3e_update/constellation_quiz/index.htm

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/light/

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/age/index.html

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weight/index.html

http://www.spacewander.com/USA/english.html

http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/black_holes/

http://www.scienceyear.com/planet10/solar_preload.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/playspace/games/spacedoctor/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/stars/birth/index.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/exploration/iss/index.shtml

http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/en/kids/stardust/index.shtml#

http://www.learner.org/teacherslab/science/light/color/index.html

http://www.scholastic.com/lbus/games/space/index.asp

Colonial and Revolutionary Times Websites

Explore these sites:

http://www.mce.k12tn.net/revolutionary_war/american_revolution.htm

http://www.mrnussbaum.com/13.htm

http://www.libertyskids.com/lnn.html

http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/continental/timeline.html

http://www.clements.umich.edu/spies/index-stories.html

http://www.history.org/kids/games/cooperation.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/jigsaws/galleries.cfm?trades

http://www.history.org/kids/games/flash/quillPen.swf

http://www.history.org/kids/games/postcard.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/foundingFather.cfm

http://www.history.org/kids/games/dollGame.cfm

Space Websites

Visit these cool sites about solar system!

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/eclipse/

http://www.brainpop.com/science/space/mars/

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/index.shtml

http://www.mhhe.com/physsci/astronomy/arny_3e_update/constellation_quiz/index.htm

http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/explorations/light/

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/age/index.html

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weight/index.html

http://www.spacewander.com/USA/english.html

http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/black_holes/

http://www.scienceyear.com/planet10/solar_preload.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/playspace/games/spacedoctor/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/stars/birth/index.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/exploration/iss/index.shtml

http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/en/kids/stardust/index.shtml#

http://www.learner.org/teacherslab/science/light/color/index.html

http://www.scholastic.com/lbus/games/space/index.asp

February 2008

I want to thank everyone for attending conferences.  I really enjoyed the January conference as it allowed me to share with you the progress your children have made since August.  It is always great for me to be able to glow about your children, and to share goals with you so they will continue to grow throughout the remaining months. 

February is going to be a very busy month! 

Over the next few weeks, the students will be preparing for their journey back in time as they research about various historical figures from the past. The information went home on Thursday to explain all the details of the VIP project. Please plan to join us on March 7th for this memorable event!!

                                                                                             

Also, this month the students will enjoy learning about Fire Safety from our neighboring fire department. Every Monday and Wednesday for 4 weeks, the students will receive valuable instruction about this important topic. The students will have homework to help them review the concepts they are learning at school. Please help your child by encouraging them to complete their homework!!

Valentines Day is also nearing and I will be sending a class list for Valentine cards on Monday.  We will exchange cards on Thursday, February 14th.  Please have your child decorate a box to use as a mailbox.  The box should have a slot large enough to receive cards that might have candy included.  Also, your child's name should be clearly written on the top of the box.  There should be a way to open the box as the children will have the opportunity to read their cards in school.  The box and cards may come to school on February 13th.    Please have the children write the names of their classmates, and their own names legibly.  You may use shoe, cereal or sturdy gift boxes.  Cover the box with foil, wrapping paper, or other material. The children may decorate their box any way they desire.  Please make sure your child has a Valentine for each student in the class.  We will be having a special snack in the afternoon

Six Flags Reading Minutes are due on February 15th. Each child who submits their form will have an opportunity to join our class at Six Flags one day this summer!

Please have your child turn in his or her permission form for the field trip to Chattanooga by February 22nd. I will be selecting chaperones for the trip next week. Don't forget that the medical form needs to be notarized BEFORE your child turns it in to me.

I look forward to a wonderful second half of the year! Thank you again for your continued support with helping your chid grow!! 

Welcome Back!

Happy New Year!! Welcome back to school! I hope everyone had a delightful winter break and is now ready to get back in the routine. I have several important things to share with you. Please read the following information carefully. I look forward to working with you all the second half of the school year!

In math, we will be focusing on fractions and decimals. The children will be learning about equivalent fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers. We will also review the place value of numbers using decimals. This is a good way to review money skills by having your child add and subtract money amounts when they purchase something. Please continue to review multiplication and division skills with your child at home.

      In science, we will be moving on to explore our unit on the Solar System. We will be doing research about the different planets. Please assist your child by allowing them to research some of their favorite planets at home. They are welcome to bring in pictures to share with the class. I am sure it will be an "Out Of This World" experience.

     In social studies, the students will continue to learn about colonial times and the events that led up to the American Revolution. We will begin working on the VIP Tea this month in preparation for the big event in March. More information will come home soon!!

       Conferences this year will be held January 22-January 28th this year. The students will be dismissed 2 hours early for scheduling purposes. Letters will be sent home this Thursday indicating the day and time of your conference. Please let me know prior to Thursday at least 2 different days and 2 different times that will work best for you. I will try to accomodate as many people as possible so we can avoid conflicts. The conferences will also be coordinated with your child's siblings, if necessary. I will not be scheduling morning conferences since the students enter the room at 7:15 a.m. Report cards will be given to the parents during the conferences.

Information about our field trip to Chattanooga will come home during your conference. It is scheduled for April 3, 2008. I have had several parents voice an interest in going on the trip. We will draw names out of a basket the end of February to choose which parents are able to attend.

 

Thank you again for all of your support with the children! It has been a wonderful year so far. I look forward to meeting with each of you in a couple of weeks and finishing the school year with such a wonderful group of students and parents!!  Let me know if you have any questions regarding this information!

Happy Holidays!

           Ms. Mabary's class would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season!

                                                       

  Over the next couple of weeks, we will be finishing up our studies in the different subject areas.

   In math, we will be completing our unit in geometry. The children will be taking the 2nd Nine Weeks math test on Friday, December 14th.Please continue to encourage your child to practice his or her math facts.

     Ms. Dempsey will finish her unit on Simple Machines next week. After the holidays, we will begin our exploration of the Solar System with our unit that will be "OUT OF THIS WORLD!"   In Social Studies, we will be continuing our study of Colonial Times. After winter break, we will begin learning about the events that led to the American Revolution.

       Your child brought home information about our class party which will be held on December 19th. Parents are more than welcome to join us for this fun celebration!! We are asking for each parent to send something in to help make this party a huge success. Please review the information and return the slip with your child by Monday, December 10th. Also, the children will be participating in a calendar exchange. Please have your child bring in a wrapped calendar next week to exchange with another child at the party.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

     As an early holiday gift, we will NOT have Wordly Wise or L.A. packet over the next couple of weeks. The children will still need to study for their Math test and Science test next week.

    Important Dates:

December 13th~Spelling Bee

December 14th~Math Unit Test

December 19th~Holiday Party

December 24-January7~Winter Break

Wow! I cannot believe how quickly the holidays are approaching! We continue to stay busy learning new and exciting things in Fourth Grade!   

                         In math, we are getting in shape as we explore our unit on geometry! The students have been studying about lines, angles, triangles and much much more! Please ask them to share with you all of the fun things we have been doing in math! Also, please continue to encourage your child to practice his/her math facts so we can move on to bigger numbers!!   

     In Social Studies, we will continue to study about famous explorers and soon move on to colonization. The children will learn about the thirteen colonies and how they developed.

In Science, the students will putting their minds into motion with Ms. Dempsey as she teaches about Simple Machines! The children are in for an exciting ride filled with knowledge! Also, the children will be engaging in several fun activities during Science Day on Thursday!! 

The children have also been working in their Literature Circle groups the past couple of weeks. They really seem to enjoy sharing about the books they are reading! 

*As the holidays approach, please continue to encourage your child to do his/her best in school. We will be working hard to stay focused during the next few weeks in class! We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving with their family and friends!

                   Thanksgiving Holidays~November 21-23   

                                                                  

October 8-October 12 Updates

 

     In Math this week we began work on 2x2 digit multiplication using both models and an algorithm.  The children also learned how to do lattice multiplication as another way to solve problems (ask your child to show you this amazing way to solve multiplication problems!).  During Reading/Language Arts, we will continue our reading centers.  We are focusing on main idea in our small group, reading about Christopher Columbus sailing to the New World in our curriculum connection, reading different charts etc. to locate important information in our skills group.  In Writing, the children are working on developing voice in our Pumpkin Stories writing piece.  We are studying about the obstacles and contributions many explorers made on their voyages in Social Studies.  This week we will focus on Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci, Vasco Nunez de Balboa, and Ferdinand Magellan. We are still meeting with Mrs. Corrado and learning a lot about the characteristics of light in Science. Our unit will end this Thursday and we will begin another unit with Ms. Allen.   

Homework:

Monday the 8th-

• READING Language Arts Packet
• MATH    Lattice Multiplication sheet
• SCIENCE   Review for test (study guide) over Light (Test Thursday)
• S.S.          Test over Chapter 3 on Friday

Tuesday the 9th-

• READING read 20 minutes and LA packet
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework (none)
• SCIENCE   Review for test
• S.S.        Review for test

Wednesday the 10th-

• READING read 20 minutes and LA packet
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   Review for test
• S.S.         Review for test

Thursday the 11th-

READING read 20 minutes and LA packet

MATH     check agenda daily for math homework

SCIENCE~TEST  over Light

S.S.  Study for test

Friday the 12th-

READING read 20 minutes

MATH  NONE)

SCIENCE  NONE

• S.S.  Chapter 3 Test       

    Important Dates!!

  October 17th-Early Release

October 22-26 Red Ribbon Week

October 22-31 Pumpkin Babies

CLASS WISH LIST   

   We are in need of the following things for our classroom:

            Band-aids                 Bean Bag Chairs

            Healthy Snacks          Educational Board Games

                                       P.E. Equipment          Flash Cards

HELP!! Parents~The children are ready to edit their stories. We really need your help! Please let me know if you are able to come in and edit on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45!!  We need you!! 

 

     In Math this week we began work on 2x2 digit multiplication using both models and an algorithm.  The children also learned how to do lattice multiplication as another way to solve problems (ask your child to show you this amazing way to solve multiplication problems!).  During Reading/Language Arts, we will continue our reading centers.  We are focusing on main idea in our small group, reading about Christopher Columbus sailing to the New World in our curriculum connection, reading different charts etc. to locate important information in our skills group.  In Writing, the children are working on developing voice in our Pumpkin Stories writing piece.  We are studying about the obstacles and contributions many explorers made on their voyages in Social Studies.  This week we will focus on Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci, Vasco Nunez de Balboa, and Ferdinand Magellan. We are still meeting with Mrs. Corrado and learning a lot about the characteristics of light in Science. Our unit will end this Thursday and we will begin another unit with Ms. Allen.   

Homework:

Monday the 8th-

• READING Language Arts Packet
• MATH    Lattice Multiplication sheet
• SCIENCE   Review for test (study guide) over Light (Test Thursday)
• S.S.          Test over Chapter 3 on Friday

          I enjoyed meeting with everyone at Open House on Thursday! The kids really had a great time grading their parents' quizzes! If you were not able to attend, please be sure to review the information that I sent home with your child. Be sure to let me know if you have any questions. Again,I want to thank everyone for all of your support!

     In math this week, we will continue to work on collecting information for graphs and analyzing different kinds of graphs. We will also be reviewing the different properties of multiplication. Please continue to encourage your child to practice his or her math facts each night. We will have a time test every Friday to help monitor your child's progress.

    I will be finishing the individual reading inventories on all the children during our Reading/Language Arts block this week. We will be learning about figurative language and how to apply it in our writing. The students will also continue to respond in their reading journals by writing me letters about their independent books they are reading. I am encouraging the students to take AR tests when they finish a book that is on their level. 

         In Social Studies we are reviewing map skills as we continue to learn about the different regions of the United States. This week our focus in on the Northeast region.  We will learn about what all the states in the Northeast region have in common, such as the climate, landforms, and natural resources. Please continue to encourage your child to work on his/her "Map In A Month" each day! I can't wait to see their wonderful presentations on September 28th!!

    In Science, we will be finishing our unit on the weather. The students will have an opportunity to create their own weather instruments and collect data to share with the class. They have a test over the weather on Thursday.

 

Homework:

Monday the 10th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework (RW 21, 22, 23)
• SCIENCE   Review for test (study guide), observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month (week 3)

Tuesday the 11th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework (none)
• SCIENCE   Review for test, observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month (week 3)

Wednesday the 12th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   Review for test, observe weather and make observations on chart
• S.S.         Map In A Month (week 3)

Thursday the 13th-

READING read 20 minutes

MATH     check agenda daily for math homework

SCIENCE~TEST   observe weather and make observations on chart

S.S.  Map In A Month (week 3)

Friday the 14th-FIELD TRIP

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework (NONE)
• SCIENCE  none
• S.S.           Map In A Month

    Important Dates!!

  September 14-Field Trip to Cobb Youth Museum

September 28-Map In A Month Presentations to the class

  October....Look for Pumpkin Babies   

     In math this week, we will continue to work on collecting information for graphs and analyzing different kinds of graphs. We will also be reviewing the different properties of multiplication. Please continue to encourage your child to practice his or her math facts each night. We will have a time test every Friday to help monitor your child's progress.

    I will be finishing the individual reading inventories on all the children during our Reading/Language Arts block this week. We will be learning about figurative language and how to apply it in our writing. The students will also continue to respond in their reading journals by writing me letters about their independent books they are reading. I am encouraging the students to take AR tests when they finish a book that is on their level. 

         In Social Studies we are reviewing map skills as we continue to learn about the different regions of the United States. This week our focus in on the Northeast region.  We will learn about what all the states in the Northeast region have in common, such as the climate, landforms, and natural resources. Please continue to encourage your child to work on his/her "Map In A Month" each day! I can't wait to see their wonderful presentations on September 28th!!

    In Science, we will be finishing our unit on the weather. The students will have an opportunity to create their own weather instruments and collect data to share with the class. They have a test over the weather on Thursday.

 

Homework:

Monday the 10th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework (RW 21, 22, 23)
• SCIENCE   Review for test (study guide), observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month (week 3)

Announcements

                          I can't believe that we are already into our fourth week of school! Things continue to run very smoothly in the classroom as we settle into our routine. I want to thank everyone for making it such a smooth transition for the children so far.

     In math this week, we will be working on collecting information for graphs and analyzing different kinds of graphs. Please continue to encourage your child to practice his or her math facts each night. We will have a time test every Friday to help monitor your child's progress.

    I will be completing individual reading inventories on all the children during our Reading/Language Arts block this week. Along with many other tools we use, these inventories help give me an idea of each child's reading abilities. The students will also continue to respond in their reading journals by writing me letters about their independent books they are reading.

         In Social Studies we are continuing to discuss map skills as we also learn about the different regions of the United States. This week our focus in on the southeast region.  We will learn about what all the states in the southeast region have in common, such as the climate, landforms, and natural resources. Please continue to encourage your child to work on his/her "Map In A Month" each day!

    In Science, we will continue to explore the weather conditions as we discuss the water cycle, cloud formations and types of weather instruments. The students will have an opportunity to create their own weather instruments and collect data to share with the class.

 

Homework:

Tuesday the 4th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month

Wednesday the 5th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month

Thursday the 6th- OPEN HOUSE

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   observe weather and make observations on chart
• S.S.         Map In A Month

Friday the 7th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   weather study guide~test Friday September 14
• S.S.           Map In A Month

    Important Dates!!

  September 6-Open House~Please meet in the cafeteria at 6:30!

September 14-Field Trip to Cobb Youth Museum

September 28-Map In A Month Presentations to the class

      I look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday evening!! 

                          I can't believe that we are already into our fourth week of school! Things continue to run very smoothly in the classroom as we settle into our routine. I want to thank everyone for making it such a smooth transition for the children so far.

     In math this week, we will be working on collecting information for graphs and analyzing different kinds of graphs. Please continue to encourage your child to practice his or her math facts each night. We will have a time test every Friday to help monitor your child's progress.

    I will be completing individual reading inventories on all the children during our Reading/Language Arts block this week. Along with many other tools we use, these inventories help give me an idea of each child's reading abilities. The students will also continue to respond in their reading journals by writing me letters about their independent books they are reading.

         In Social Studies we are continuing to discuss map skills as we also learn about the different regions of the United States. This week our focus in on the southeast region.  We will learn about what all the states in the southeast region have in common, such as the climate, landforms, and natural resources. Please continue to encourage your child to work on his/her "Map In A Month" each day!

    In Science, we will continue to explore the weather conditions as we discuss the water cycle, cloud formations and types of weather instruments. The students will have an opportunity to create their own weather instruments and collect data to share with the class.

 

Homework:

Tuesday the 4th-

• READING read 20 minutes
• MATH     check agenda daily for math homework
• SCIENCE   observe the weather and record observations on chart
• S.S.          Map In A Month

August 20, 2007

WOW! We are off to a wonderful beginning to the school year so far! The children seem very eager to come to school and learn. As a class, we have already established our daily routine and classroom procedures in the first week. We are ready to move on to academics and learn a lot of new concepts throughout the school year. I will be reviewing the curriculum at Open House on September 6, 2007 and sharing any additional suggestions that might be helpful in making the transition to fourth grade an easy one. Each week I will post homework assignments, projects, and other important information about what is happening in our classroom. Please be sure to check the blog consistently for updates. Also, thank you to everyone who volunteered to assist in the classroom in some way throughout the year. I look forward to working together to make this a successful year for the students!

What are we studying??

Math: Place Value and Number Sense-This includes understanding the difference between place and value to the millions, comparing and ordering fractions, finding different forms of numbers, and rounding numbers. Please continue to practice those math facts! 

Science: During our unit on Weather, we will explore various topics including the water cycle, cloud formations, and weather instruments. We will also be observing local weather patterns in our area.

Social Studies: We will be focusing on map skills and regions over the next few weeks. The students will be able to apply these skills when they complete their "Map In A Month" projects. (More details will come home next week!)

Homework for Monday August 20, 2007:

*Job Application with 2 typed letters of recommendation~due August 31, 2007

*Language Arts Packet~Due on Friday! This week the students will be focusing on the long and short vowel sounds. The words will become more challenging over the next few weeks. Please review the packet with your child to make sure they complete each section correctly. They should record their reading minutes in the space provided each night. 

*Math review sheet. Our first unit in math is number sense and place value. The students will have math homework every Monday and Wednesday evening. They should also practice their math facts each night.

WOW! We are off to a wonderful beginning to the school year so far! The children seem very eager to come to school and learn. As a class, we have already established our daily routine and classroom procedures in the first week. We are ready to move on to academics and learn a lot of new concepts throughout the school year. I will be reviewing the curriculum at Open House on September 6, 2007 and sharing any additional suggestions that might be helpful in making the transition to fourth grade an easy one. Each week I will post homework assignments, projects, and other important information about what is happening in our classroom. Please be sure to check the blog consistently for updates. Also, thank you to everyone who volunteered to assist in the classroom in some way throughout the year. I look forward to working together to make this a successful year for the students!