November 12-16th
This has been a busy week at school. We have spent time editing, revising, and reviewing in all subject areas. We had a math test to help our teachers decide what to work on next, and we used the laptop computers to finish our research on the seven land regions of Canada and began making a slideshow. We also completed some artwork we started for Remembrance Day.
We also worked on our all about me artwork inspired by Mr. Hippe. Students were asked to create an art piece that represented a passion for them. The entire design needed to include elements of their passion. Even Mrs. Pierce made one.
In science, we started a new unit on electricity and magnetism. We learned that atoms are the smallest units that make up everything in the world. When atoms join together they create molecules. We found out that atoms have protons, neutrons, and a nucleus, and the electrons follow electrical currents. Check out a video that we watched.
What are atoms for kids?
We started title pages to demonstrate our learning.
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Lastly, we had some fun in physical education merging our mathematical skills with our physical skills. We learned to keep score and add up the bowling pins!
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Learning Intentions from the week included:
LA- I can write for a specific audience, using creativity and voice, while communicating my ideas.
Math- I can read and write numbers to one million, and complete addition and subtraction calculations. I can round numbers to help me estimate and check if my calculations make sense.
Science- I can brainstorm ideas and make jot notes about a particular subject.
Social- I can connect real world ideas to information gathered in my classroom. I can understand the importance of current events, by watching the news, reading a newspaper, and share this information with my class.
Art- I can thoughtfully design an art piece that communicates emotion, and is a clear representation.
Up-Coming next week:
Oral presentations will begin on the seven land regions. Come prepared to share your learning.
Science test on Wetlands
Reminders:
We still have some students who have not returned their school forms from September.
Some students are not handing in their homework or assignments. Watch for emails that indicate if your child is missing any work.
Parent Teacher Conferences for our class are being held Wednesday and Thursday evening, due to Mr. Kinsman's schedule. Please sign up through your CBE account.
