Literacy: Students have been practicing inferring the main idea of a short passage, and then a longer text. We have also practiced using text features to support finding the main idea. You can help your child at home by encouraging them to read non-fiction texts and asking them to find the main idea of different paragraphs within the text. They should tell you the main idea and support it with details. The main idea is ALWAYS A COMPLETE SENTENCE. For example, the main idea of this paragraph is: Students have practiced finding the main idea in school this week and you can help at home as well. (Notice I did NOT say: How students will practice finding the main idea.)
During the writing block, we have been working on elaboration techniques. Next week, they will use what they've learned to practice writing 3 paragraph essays. Students will learn to elaborate using a variety of strategies. They will also practice using a variety of sentence structures within the paragraphs.
Math: We are covering Lessons 2.3-2.6 in our Everyday Math curriculum this week. Today, students took the Math Boxes Assignment covering lessons 2.1-2.5. You can expect Home Links for homework most nights, and students may also continue to practice IXL or Front Row.
Science: Exploring parallel and series circuits has been the focus of our lessons. Students engaged in hands-on inquiry, as well as readings on the topic. Students are welcome to explore the FOSS Science website at the bottom of the Energy page on the TGW! User Name and Password: Noecker210
Reminders:
10/27 Walk-a-Thon
10/30 QP #3 Due
10/31 Field Trip
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