Ms. Beckstead's 3rd Grade Class

Each year we hold the Grinch Party to help our students focus on
To show our appreciation for the amazing people they are, we all gather together to watch How The Grinch Stole Christmas, enjoy a tasty popcorn buffet and sip delicious hot cocoa. We even have a new Grinch prop to use for a fun photo station!


The food permission form for the Grinch Party and future activities will be in next week’s blog post.

I hope that everyone had a fabulous and relaxing Thanksgiving break.  I can’t believe that we are now in December and I am wondering where has the time gone.  This month is super crazy busy so please make sure that your child is here everyday.                         
 Announcements:
Tuesday, 12/3 – Library @ 8:40 – Don’t forget your library book!
                           – Happy 1/2 Birthday, Lexi!!
Wednesday, 12/4 – Coding Lab @ 8:40
                                    – STEM @ 2:15
                                    – Happy Birthday, Lucas!!!
Friday, 12/6 – Spirit Day, Early Out @ 1:00
Saturday, 12/7 – Reindeer Run!!

How the Grinch Stole Breakfast & the Reindeer Run – Whoville Style!!

***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
We are starting Unit 3 this week with Lesson 14, which is finding the area of shapes.  We are taking our multiplication skills and putting them to the test. 


Reading:
In Unit 3 Week 2, our comprehension skill is cause an effect.  This week we are reading historical fiction stories,  Jane’s Tale and Finding Lincoln. We are going to be practicing our use of visualization as well as working on idioms.

Phonics:
r-controlled vowels and prefixes

Vocabulary:
-temporary     -donated     -leader     -bravery     -disappear     -nervous    -amazement     -refused
In class, 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!

DECEMBER 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. 
 
OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms. Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: Beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.

                                                         WELCOME TO OUR CLASS!!!
 Announcements:
Monday, 11/18 – Welcome Lexi, Cambree, Alexa, Andrea, Valery, Jackson, and Wyatt
Tuesday, 11/19 – Library @ 8:40 – Don’t forget your library book!
Wednesday, 11/20 – Coding Lab @ 8:40
                                    – STEM @ 2:15
Friday, 11/22 – Spirit Day, Early Out @ 1:00, 
November 25-29 THANKSGIVING BREAK- NO SCHOOL!

How the Grinch Stole Breakfast & the Reindeer Run – Whoville Style!!

***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
We will finish up Unit 2 with Lesson 13 this week.  Understanding and finding patterns in numbers is a challenging but fun lesson for the kids. 















Reading:
In Unit 3 Week 1, our comprehension skill is determining character, setting and plot.  This week we are reading the folktales The Inchworm’s Tale and Martina the Beautiful Cockroach. We are going to be practicing our use of visualization as well as identifying synonyms.

Phonics:
r-controlled vowels and contractions

Vocabulary:
-unique     -disbelief     -fabulous     -features     -offered     -splendid    -watchful     -dismay
In class, 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!

NOVEMBER 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. 
 
OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms. Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: Beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.

Announcements:
Wednesday, 11/13 – Coding Lab @ 8:40 & STEM @ 1:30
Friday, 11/15 – HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NATHAN!!!
                            -Library @ 8:40 – Don’t forget your library book!
                            -Spirit Day, Early Out @ 1:00
***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
We will start lessons 11 and 12 this week.  First, we will understand how division and multiplication are related and then we will work on our division and multiplication facts.  




























Reading:
In Unit 2 Week 5, our comprehension skill is determining point of view.  We are reading poetry this week. We will be reading both free verse and limericks. While reading, we are going to be learning about the literary elements of alliteration and rhyme.

Phonics:
Diagraphs: -sh   -ch   -dge   -th   -tch

Vocabulary:
-imagine     -rhyme     -bounce     -inventor     -observer     -alliteration     -free verse     -limerick
In class, 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!

NOVEMBER 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. 
 
OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms, Beckstead– REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: Beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in

HAPPY NOVEMBER!! Time has flown by this year and we are now into the swing of things.  Please know that I am so grateful that I get to spend my days with these amazing kids. Each one of them brings something unique and special to our class which makes our class absolutely wonderful.  Thank you for sharing them with me each day!!!

Announcements:
Monday, the 4th – The Book Fair starts and runs all week
Tuesday, the 5th – Parent Teacher Conferences until  8:00
                               – Morning with Mom from 8:00 – 8:30 in the Q1 gym (See flyer below for details)
Wednesday, the 6th – Coding Lab @ 8:40
                                      – STEM @ 2:15
Thursday, the 7th  – Parent Teacher Conferences until  8:00
                                  – Morning with Mom from 8:00 – 8:30 in the Q1 gym (See flyer below for details)
Friday, the 8th – Library @ 8:40 – Don’t forget to bring your library book!
                             – Spirit Day, Early Out @ 1:00, Last day for Book Fair
 Mornings with Mom

***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
We will start lessons 9 and 10 this week.  First, we will use place value to multiply and then we will move onto understanding the meaning of division.  


Reading:
In Unit 2 Week 4, our comprehension strategy is rereading to help us understand a text better.  The expository texts we are reading this week are “Whooping Cranes in Danger,” and “Kids to the Rescue!”.   While reading, we are going to be using details in the text to determine the author’s point of view.

Phonics:
Three Letter Blends: -spr, -str, -squ, -thr

Vocabulary:
-success     -caretakers     -population     -recognized     -relatives     -resources     -survived     -threatened
In class, 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!

NOVEMBER 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. 
 
OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms, Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.

Important Dates:
This week is Positive Me Week so check out the section below for details!  I have added a sign-up for Parent Teacher Conferences on Bloomz.  Please head over there to sign up for the time that works best for you.  If you have not signed up for Bloomz, please see below for instructions on how to sign-up. 
Monday, Oct 27th – SEP forms will go home today!  Please look for them!! 
Wednesday Oct. 23 – Coding Class @ 8:40
                                     –  STEM @ 2:15
Thursday, Oct 31st – HAPPY BIRTHDAY WESTON!
                                       Halloween Party and Parade and Short Day!
Friday, Nov. 1st – No School!!!
POSITIVE ME WEEK!!

Tuesday, Nov. 5th and 7th – Parent Teacher Conferences!!
Apple Witches !
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!  A huge THANK YOU to all the parents who came and helped dress our apple witches.  They turned out so cute!! 

Announcements
***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
We are still working on order and grouping to multiply numbers and we will test for mastery on Wednesday.  We will still be working on our multiplication facts 0 -12.

Reading:
We will be reviewing our language arts skills this week.  We will also finish up our Monster Books and they will go home on Wednesday.  

OCTOBER 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.  














OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms, Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.

Please follow this link to fill out the Food Permission Form for the treats at our Halloween Party next week!
https://forms.gle/gAMdwUyvFs5K5rHC7
Thanks,
Ms. Beckstead

I hope everyone had a relaxing, fun-filled fall break.  I know I did!!  
Important Dates:
Tuesday, Oct. 22nd – Sewn Apple Witch Dress Due!
Wednesday Oct. 23 – Coding Class @ 8:40
                                     –  STEM @ 2:15
Friday Oct. 25 – Library @ 8:40 *Don’t forget your library book* 
                           – Dressing Apple Witches 
                          –  3  Can Dress Down Day & Early Release, 1:00 dismissal

Apple Witches !
We will be dressing our apple witches on Friday @ 9:15.  We would love your help with this activity.  I will post a sign-up on Bloomz on Sunday evening.  **  Sewn dresses, gloves, and completed hats need to be in by Tuesday, October 22nd.  If you need help sewing a dress please bring it in ASAP! 

Announcements
***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math:
In lesson 8 we will be learning order and grouping to multiply numbers.  We will still be working on our multiplication facts 0 -12.

Reading:
In Unit 2 Week 2, our comprehension strategy is rereading to help us understand a text better.  The expository texts we are reading this week are “Every Vote Counts,” and “VOTE”.   While reading, we are going to be using details in the text to determine the author’s point of view.

Phonics:
Silent Letters: -gn, -kn, -wr, -mb, -rh, -bt, -mn, -lf, -gh, -lk, -sc, -st

Vocabulary:
announced  –  candidates –  convince  –  decisions  –  elect  –  estimate  –  government  –  independent

In class, 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!

OCTOBER 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.  














OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms, Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.

Important Dates:
Tuesday Oct. 15 – 3 Can Dress Down Day
                            *Last day to bring any witch dresses/robes that need to be sewn*
                              Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night: Come support Quest at the Riverdale Chick-fil-A
October 16, 17, 18- FALL BREAK: NO SCHOOL!
Friday Oct. 25- Apple Witch Dressing!
                             3 Can Dress Down Day
October 28, 28 & 30- Positive ME Week

Apple Witches
If you need someone to sew your witch dress for you, please send the fabric- already cut -out, to school no later than October 15th (Tuesday!) so that our volunteers have time to sew them and send them back! Please send the sewn dress, hands, and constructed hat to school by October 24th. 


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
***If you’d like to earn volunteer hours but do not have the opportunity to be at the school, hours can be accumulated by making a donation to your child’s classroom or to the school. 1 hour is credited to you for each $5 donation/purchase. If you would like to help out our class, I am currently working to stock our class store. If you would like to purchase items to put into our store, I would be very appreciative. Please bring me a receipt and I will log and credit your volunteer hours. 

Announcements
***If you have not paid for your student’s supply donation, you may do so at the front office or you may call the school 801-731-9859
***This donation covers all of the supplies that your child is using in class, as well as maintaining a supply of pencils, lead, tissues, paper towels, hand sanitizer, art supplies, adding to the classroom library, etc…
***THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have contributed to our class

***If you have not subscribed to BLOOMZ, please do so as soon as possible! Our class code is BUJ8TP***

Math
We will be reviewing, reteaching and reassessing standards that have not been met with mastery yet. 

Reading:
Since we have a short week, we will be reviewing the comprehension skills and strategies that we have covered so far this year.

OCTOBER 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.  














OPTIONAL –  yet HIGHLY encouraged by Ms, Beckstead – REVIEW

• Read at least 20 minutes per day. Making sure that your child does his/her reading daily is the single most helpful thing you can do to support educational success.

• REFLEX- at least 3 green lights per week!
• There is a link to Reflex on the right hand side of the blog. The username is: beck3 and students will use their own network password to log in.