This Week...

May 6- May 10, 2019

Reading: This week, we read a variety of poems!  We used sensory details to determine the author’s big idea.  We also analyzed the poet’s techniques, such as: opening lines, repeating lines, and italicized words to figure out what the poet’s message.  Students also read a special TFK issue about the economy. Reading Logs are due Monday, May 13.  (100 minutes)

Math:  We spent the beginning of the week reviewing key ideas from unit 16.  We took our test on Wednesday.  We also started unit 18, which is all about polygons!  Students learned that the number of sides they contain names polygons.  They also differentiated between closed and open shapes.

Social Studies:  Jane Addams was a main focus this week!  We learned about her contributions to the city of Chicago through her work at Hull House.  We also discussed how she helped support women, children, and the poor.  Students also read about various Chicago landmarks!  We learned that our city has wonderful architecture.  The Chicago unit test will be next Wednesday, May 15.  A review guide will be going home on Monday.

Writing:  Students worked on their short stories.  They developed their turning points.  Students met with partners to get feedback about their stories so far.  In grammar, we focused on contractions.

Word Study:  This week, students used base words to develop different versions of the same word.  They added -er and -est to show comparisons.  (small-smaller-smallest)

Miscellaneous:  Thank you so much for a wonderful Teacher Appreciation week!  All the cards, projects, and gifts were so incredibly thoughtful.  I feel so lucky to be part of such an amazing classroom.  Students have been enjoying our ABC Countdown this week!  We had a dance party, gave each other compliments, and exercised!  Just a reminder that May book orders are due May 22.  These will be the last book orders of the year!  Please let me know if you have any questions.  Have a fabulous Mother’s Day weekend!