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"It always seems impossible until it is done."
Nelson Mandela
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Reading:
This week, we will
Writing:
This week, we will
Wordly Wise Vocabulary:
This week in Wordly Wise we will be working on lesson 1 (see your child's Wordly Wise workbook or Wordly Wise tab for the list). Students are tested on these words every other week, alternating with spelling test weeks.
* There will be a vocabulary test on these words on . You will find a link to these words on the Wordly Wise tab (under Helpful Websites).
We will test on lesson 1 on Friday,
Words Their Way Spelling:
This week in Words Their Way we will be working on Sort 1 (see your child's WTW workbook or Word Their Way tab for the list). Students are tested on these words every other week falling on all odd # sorts.
* There will be a test on sort 1, as it is an odd number sort. You will find a link to these words on the Words Their Way tab (under Helpful Websites).
We will test on sort 1 on Friday,
Spelling tests will alternate each week with Wordly Wise tests.
Grammar:
This week, we will complete Lesson 36
The Grammar Workshop curriculum is a research-based grammar program that provides instruction in the conventions of standard English along with abundant practice. The units and lessons are simple and systematic. They clearly explain and model the rules and principles of grammar, usage, and mechanics skills. This curriculum provides scaffolded exercise sets that give students practice in the skills themselves and application of those skills to writing.
Math:
Ch. 1
This year, we are excited to implement Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) strategies into our math program. CGI is a strategy of questioning children to learn and grow based on their unique understanding and learning styles. Click HERE for more information on CGI. We will be using these strategies with the GO! Math program, which looks different from Saxon. I think you will find a great benefit in the differences, where there are pictures and illustrations to support our students, as they are mastering mathematical concepts. One of the most major shifts in number sense will be the push toward, "Thinking in tens." As the year progresses, I believe you will see advancement in your child's mathematical thought processes, and mental math capabilities. As always, ixl.com is available for your child to practice math skills at home. I have sent IXL information to my math roster. Please let me know if you did not receive it.
We will be using our new math program, GO Math!, which was decided on and purchased by the district as another resource to support us in the teaching of the Common Core standards using the CGI method of instruction. This new program offers an engaging and interactive approach to covering the Common Core standards. The program ensures that students can access content at appropriate levels of depth and rigor. The program is focused, coherent, and rigorous. GO Math! at the elementary level combines 21st-century educational technology with modern content, dynamic interactivities, and a variety of instructional videos to engage today’s digital natives. Every student is supported through the universal access features of the program as they learn to think critically and apply their math knowledge.
You can access many GO Math! online resources through Clever!
* We will also supplement our instruction by working on Math Olympiad practice questions and other problem solving/critical thinking activities! We will also be using the iPads for xtra math fact practice, Ten Marks, Front Row, Math Bingo, Geoboards, Brainpop lessons, and Motion Math review and enrichment. We will also be learning about and practicing the Order of Operations (PEMDAS), Mathematical Properties, and adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing positive and negative numbers.
Please see the resources tab if you would like more math options.
Social Studies:
As an additional resource, there are online interactive lesson summaries for each social studies lesson. Check them out here!
Science:
We have also started practicing the CER (claim, evidence, and reason) strategy writing assignments. We will continue working on these together as a class since it is a new and difficult skill for all students. Eventually, they will be part of the science assessment. Check out more information about the CER strategy HERE.
Our district has adopted STEMscopes as a resource to teach the NGSS. We complete lessons (the 5E's) using resources provided through STEMscopes in class and in science lab. Your child has access to all of the online resources. They can log in by going to this website: https://n12005d17510.acceleratelearning.com/login and providing their username: 29lastnamefirstinitial and password: mbusd.
This year we will be implementing the new Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are K–12 science content standards. The NGSS were developed by states to improve science education for all students. A goal for developing the NGSS was to create a set of research-based, up-to-date K–12 science standards. These standards give local educators the flexibility to design classroom learning experiences that stimulate students’ interests in science and prepares them for college, careers, and citizenship. The NGSS call for a three-dimensional approach to K–12 science instruction. This represents a significant transition from previous state standards. Thoughtful and coordinated approaches to implementation will enable educators to inspire future generations of scientifically literate students. Learn more and get resources by heading to the NGSS website: https://www.nextgenscience.org/
This year, our district has adopted STEMscopes as a resource to teach the NGSS. We complete lessons (the 5E's) using resources provided through STEMscopes in class and in science lab. Your child has access to all of the online resources. They can log in by going to this website: https://n12005d17510.acceleratelearning.com/login and providing their username: 29lastnamefirstinitial and password: panthers#### (the last 4 digits of their student id which is the same as google drive). There is also a shortcut to this website under helpful websites.
Click the "Useful Links/Resources" tab on the side for more science options and resources!
Visual and Performing Arts/Other:
We will be practicing our typing skills using our new Chromebooks. Your child has started using a website which can be accessed at home. Go to Clever.com/in/mbusd and select Typing.com. Your child's username is: 29lastnamefirstinitial@mbusdapps.org (For example, mine would be, 29cooka@mbusdapps.org). Your child's password is: panthers(4 digits). Happy typing!
This week, we will
Writing:
This week, we will
Wordly Wise Vocabulary:
This week in Wordly Wise we will be working on lesson 1 (see your child's Wordly Wise workbook or Wordly Wise tab for the list). Students are tested on these words every other week, alternating with spelling test weeks.
* There will be a vocabulary test on these words on . You will find a link to these words on the Wordly Wise tab (under Helpful Websites).
We will test on lesson 1 on Friday,
Words Their Way Spelling:
This week in Words Their Way we will be working on Sort 1 (see your child's WTW workbook or Word Their Way tab for the list). Students are tested on these words every other week falling on all odd # sorts.
* There will be a test on sort 1, as it is an odd number sort. You will find a link to these words on the Words Their Way tab (under Helpful Websites).
We will test on sort 1 on Friday,
Spelling tests will alternate each week with Wordly Wise tests.
Grammar:
This week, we will complete Lesson 36
The Grammar Workshop curriculum is a research-based grammar program that provides instruction in the conventions of standard English along with abundant practice. The units and lessons are simple and systematic. They clearly explain and model the rules and principles of grammar, usage, and mechanics skills. This curriculum provides scaffolded exercise sets that give students practice in the skills themselves and application of those skills to writing.
Math:
Ch. 1
This year, we are excited to implement Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) strategies into our math program. CGI is a strategy of questioning children to learn and grow based on their unique understanding and learning styles. Click HERE for more information on CGI. We will be using these strategies with the GO! Math program, which looks different from Saxon. I think you will find a great benefit in the differences, where there are pictures and illustrations to support our students, as they are mastering mathematical concepts. One of the most major shifts in number sense will be the push toward, "Thinking in tens." As the year progresses, I believe you will see advancement in your child's mathematical thought processes, and mental math capabilities. As always, ixl.com is available for your child to practice math skills at home. I have sent IXL information to my math roster. Please let me know if you did not receive it.
We will be using our new math program, GO Math!, which was decided on and purchased by the district as another resource to support us in the teaching of the Common Core standards using the CGI method of instruction. This new program offers an engaging and interactive approach to covering the Common Core standards. The program ensures that students can access content at appropriate levels of depth and rigor. The program is focused, coherent, and rigorous. GO Math! at the elementary level combines 21st-century educational technology with modern content, dynamic interactivities, and a variety of instructional videos to engage today’s digital natives. Every student is supported through the universal access features of the program as they learn to think critically and apply their math knowledge.
You can access many GO Math! online resources through Clever!
* We will also supplement our instruction by working on Math Olympiad practice questions and other problem solving/critical thinking activities! We will also be using the iPads for xtra math fact practice, Ten Marks, Front Row, Math Bingo, Geoboards, Brainpop lessons, and Motion Math review and enrichment. We will also be learning about and practicing the Order of Operations (PEMDAS), Mathematical Properties, and adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing positive and negative numbers.
Please see the resources tab if you would like more math options.
Social Studies:
As an additional resource, there are online interactive lesson summaries for each social studies lesson. Check them out here!
Science:
We have also started practicing the CER (claim, evidence, and reason) strategy writing assignments. We will continue working on these together as a class since it is a new and difficult skill for all students. Eventually, they will be part of the science assessment. Check out more information about the CER strategy HERE.
Our district has adopted STEMscopes as a resource to teach the NGSS. We complete lessons (the 5E's) using resources provided through STEMscopes in class and in science lab. Your child has access to all of the online resources. They can log in by going to this website: https://n12005d17510.acceleratelearning.com/login and providing their username: 29lastnamefirstinitial and password: mbusd.
This year we will be implementing the new Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are K–12 science content standards. The NGSS were developed by states to improve science education for all students. A goal for developing the NGSS was to create a set of research-based, up-to-date K–12 science standards. These standards give local educators the flexibility to design classroom learning experiences that stimulate students’ interests in science and prepares them for college, careers, and citizenship. The NGSS call for a three-dimensional approach to K–12 science instruction. This represents a significant transition from previous state standards. Thoughtful and coordinated approaches to implementation will enable educators to inspire future generations of scientifically literate students. Learn more and get resources by heading to the NGSS website: https://www.nextgenscience.org/
This year, our district has adopted STEMscopes as a resource to teach the NGSS. We complete lessons (the 5E's) using resources provided through STEMscopes in class and in science lab. Your child has access to all of the online resources. They can log in by going to this website: https://n12005d17510.acceleratelearning.com/login and providing their username: 29lastnamefirstinitial and password: panthers#### (the last 4 digits of their student id which is the same as google drive). There is also a shortcut to this website under helpful websites.
Click the "Useful Links/Resources" tab on the side for more science options and resources!
Visual and Performing Arts/Other:
We will be practicing our typing skills using our new Chromebooks. Your child has started using a website which can be accessed at home. Go to Clever.com/in/mbusd and select Typing.com. Your child's username is: 29lastnamefirstinitial@mbusdapps.org (For example, mine would be, 29cooka@mbusdapps.org). Your child's password is: panthers(4 digits). Happy typing!
