Weekly Reminders:
*Lesson 30 spelling pretest on Monday.
*Chapter 7, lesson 1 science quiz on Tuesday.
*Inventions, Contract with colored diagram on back, & Grading Rubric due Tuesday.
*Invention Presentations on Wednesday or Thursday.
*Spring Open House on Thursday, April 15, 6:30-8:00.
*Lesson 30 spelling test on Friday.
*Chapter 10 math quiz #2 on Friday.
*Chapter 7, lesson 2 science quiz on Friday.
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Plan Ahead:
*Check your child's grades during the week of April 19 - Halfway mark of trimester.
*Chapter 10 math test on Tuesday, April 20.
*Earth Day on Thursday, April 22. Wear Earth Day shirts or colors of nature (ex. green or brown).
*Early Dismissal on Thursday, April 22. Dismissal at 11:00.
*Straight A's recognized on Tuesday, April 27.
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Homeroom Happenings:
Science - We will take a quiz on chapter 7, lesson 1 on Tuesday. This quiz will be open-book. We will then use the rest of the week to begin chapter 7, lesson 2. This lesson explores the rock cycle. There will be an open-book quiz on Friday.
Invention Convention - The children need to bring their completed invention, contract with colored diagram on back, and grading rubric to school on Tuesday. That evening, they will need to write a short note-card speech. They will present to the class on Wednesday or Thursday. The speech can just review the name, purpose, how it solves the problem, and how it was made OR the children can add some creativity with catchy slogans or attention grabber. They will be able to use their note-card during the presentation. I will be drawing names, so all children should be prepared to present on Wednesday.
Social Studies - Our exploration of the Southwest Region will continue. We will finish our study of the Navajo. Then we will read about the Spanish Influence and the roles of ranchers and drivers in the Southwest. Finally, we will explore life in the desert. The children will fill out a "how to study" sheet on Monday, April 19. The test of chapter 11 will be on Wednesday, April 21.
Jr. Achievement - This week our Jr. Achievement representative, Mr. George Shahnasarian, will come in for a brief introductory overview of the fourth grade Jr. Achievement Program. On Monday, April 19, we will have our first actual lesson with him. Activities done with Mr. Shahnasarian will be taken for a social studies grade.
English - The children will continue going through the process of writing an expository essay. We have our 3 key ideas, 2 supports for each of the 3 key ideas, and elaboration for each support. This week we will work on our introductions ~ writing a "hook" to grab the reader's attention and writing a conclusion.
Spelling - We will work with lesson 30 this week. This lesson practices singular possessive nouns. Don't forget to have your child practice their words in cursive.
Reading - Fourth graders will continue working on personification and self-questioning. We will continue to work with Pourquoi Tales. The children are excited to share their Pourquoi Tales with you at the spring open house.
Accelerated Math Menu:
Monday -Multiplying Whole Numbers and Fractions. H.W. Daily Review pg. 118.
Tuesday - Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Numbers. H.W. Daily Review pg. 119 (1-12) & 120 (1-9).
Wednesday - Dividing by Fractions. H.W. Review Notes.
Thursday - More Dividing with Fractions & Mixed Numbers. H.W. Review for checkpoint tomorrow.
Friday - Fill out "how to study" for Chapter 10 test on Tuesday. Checkpoint on Estimating Sums and Differences of Fractions and Mixed Numbers, Multiplying Whole Numbers, Fractions, and Mixed Numbers and Dividing with Fractions & Mixed Numbers. H.W. Study for Chapter 10 Test on Tuesday.
