I am proud of everyone for the amazing job last week. I know there were some difficulties with technology, some questions about assignment expectations, and a little confusion about how it all works. But- you all still did AMAZING, and this week will be a little smoother. Make sure to read to the end of the blog for some
EXTRA FUN-FROM-HOME ACTIVITIES
Okay- here is what to expect this week:
DAILY
Reflex- get a green light!
iReady Reading- 15 minutes, each day
iReady Math- 15 minutes, each day
20 minutes of reading
MATH
We are going to be reviewing all of the strategies used to multiply and divide. Those strategies include:
repeated addition, skip counting, equal groups, arrays
We will also review finding the area of simple and composite shapes, as well as solving 2-step word problems.
READING
In Wonders Unit 5, Week 3 we are going to be reading about teamwork. Our stories are Rescue Dogs Save the Day and Wildfires. The comprehension strategy and skill for the week are Asking and Answering Questions, and Author’s Point of View.
Phonics:
Closed syllables
Related Roots in Words
Vocabulary:
-disasters -accidental -careless -harmful -equipment -prevention -purpose -respond
In class (online), we learn about these vocabulary words in connection to ourselves. If you notice your child using any of these words in context, this would be a great opportunity to celebrate their efforts!
MARCH POEMS
Each month students are required to memorize at least one poem. Below are the month’s poems. We only read through these in class once, so they need to be practiced at home. Students can pass off poems on Fridays whenever they are ready to recite them.
ART
If your child is interested, I am going to be doing a live art lesson on Friday at 9am, before Math. I will post the ZOOM link in our Google Classroom, as well as send out an Alert reminder on Bloomz. Supplies needed for this lesson are:
1 sheet of white paper, watercolor paints and water (water dyed with food coloring is fine), and a straw
EXTRA FUN-FROM-HOME ACTIVITIES
Imagineering in a Box – This is a fun joint activity between Disney and Khan Academy
Sharks4Kids – Sign up to join in on fun, live webinars all about sharks
Lunch Doodles with Mo – Fun drawing videos with Mo Willems, the author of Piggy and Elephant books
San Diego Zoo – amazing videos, activities, and games
And, my favorite…
Georgia Aquarium – Check out live webcams from the different exhibits at the aquarium. The Ocean Voyager is so awesome!
Stay healthy, stay safe, and read a great book