Math: We took a challenging formative today and reviewed each question in the last 15 minutes of class today...we will address further questions that are generated tonight through their discussions with you.
Language Arts:
Carl's... Reread chapter two and complete the T-Chart comparing Sarah's house to Anna's house.
Sword... Complete both sides of the comprehension sheet that supports chapter 3.
JGB... Answer the two RRJ questions using evidence from the text to support their thinking:
How does Papa feel about Sarah?
Do you think that Sarah plans on staying? Why/Why not?
W&M... Outstanding discussion on the importance of symbols in our lives and through our reading. Tonight they should discuss things that "symbolize" your family - perfect dinner conversation! Please note, only things that are appropriate to share with others should be included (maintain your family's privacy).
Spelling list are complete so the activities need to be completed by next Thursday, the 20th.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Math: We compared parts of a whole to parts of a group/set. In addition, we worked with cuisenaire rods to further develop the concept of equivalent fractions and improper fractions/mixed numbers. Tonight's homework is to complete the reteach and practice pages while the problem solving/challenge sheet is an optional challenge.
Language Arts: Beginning today and running up until Spring Break, I have three groups reading a historical novel, Sarah, Plain and Tall. As you will see, what I do with each group is very different so the differentiation will continue despite the common text...I will continue to refer to the groups as Carl's/Sword/JGB.
Carl's High Jump - We shared last night's comparison of Carl's and the DES field days. We also decided to read Sarah, Plain and Tall as a group. After reading chapter one, we explored the characters in the story so far to help piece together how everyone is related. I expect this to be our only book until Spring Break. They should reread the day's chapter every night in addition to any RRJ work (RRJ will not be nightly).
Sword... - We finished story maps and began reading Sarah, Plain and Tall in group. This group discussed chapter one a bit differently than the other groups. We actually explored Sarah a bit more in depth while determining the different meanings of plain and plane with dictionaries. Tonight's homework is to reread chapter one and complete the character organizer.
JGB - We reread chapter one aloud and shared summaries from yesterday. We also discussed the point of view in the story (first person) and speculated how the kids might have been feeling towards the end of the chapter. Tonight they should complete their comprehension page in addition to rereading chapter two.
W&M - We reread chapter 3 aloud and discussed why a "flashback" occurred after grandpa's picture was taken. This led us to a discussion as how often times we look like our parents when they were kids...I saw a lot of light bulbs going off the more we broke down the chapter! As a peer group, they completed a literature web of the story so far... They can reread chapters 3 and 4 tonight if they have time.
Language Arts: Beginning today and running up until Spring Break, I have three groups reading a historical novel, Sarah, Plain and Tall. As you will see, what I do with each group is very different so the differentiation will continue despite the common text...I will continue to refer to the groups as Carl's/Sword/JGB.
Carl's High Jump - We shared last night's comparison of Carl's and the DES field days. We also decided to read Sarah, Plain and Tall as a group. After reading chapter one, we explored the characters in the story so far to help piece together how everyone is related. I expect this to be our only book until Spring Break. They should reread the day's chapter every night in addition to any RRJ work (RRJ will not be nightly).
Sword... - We finished story maps and began reading Sarah, Plain and Tall in group. This group discussed chapter one a bit differently than the other groups. We actually explored Sarah a bit more in depth while determining the different meanings of plain and plane with dictionaries. Tonight's homework is to reread chapter one and complete the character organizer.
JGB - We reread chapter one aloud and shared summaries from yesterday. We also discussed the point of view in the story (first person) and speculated how the kids might have been feeling towards the end of the chapter. Tonight they should complete their comprehension page in addition to rereading chapter two.
W&M - We reread chapter 3 aloud and discussed why a "flashback" occurred after grandpa's picture was taken. This led us to a discussion as how often times we look like our parents when they were kids...I saw a lot of light bulbs going off the more we broke down the chapter! As a peer group, they completed a literature web of the story so far... They can reread chapters 3 and 4 tonight if they have time.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Math: Great lesson today! It was a continuation of Friday's cuisenaire rod exploration... In their folders they should have a sheet we worked on as a whole group - tables groups - partners - and ultimately independently. Please take a look at how we went about developing these concepts. I think their understanding of fractions is entirely different now than it was a week ago... They do have a homework packet on counting the parts of a whole.
Language Arts: This week's spelling exploration is all about suffixes. There will be some homework/classwork over the next few days to support their knowledge of this in addition to the normal activities. Words will come home on Wednesday!
Carl's High Jump - We met and discussed the similarities and differences between our DES Field Day and the one that Carl experiences. Tonight they should describe some of these similarities and differences using their two lists in the RRJs.
Sword... - No homework tonight because our culminating activity is a partner storyboard.
JGB - We closed the deal on last week's story and began reading Sarah Plain and Tall to expose them to a historical novel. They have begun a comprehension activity already that needs to be completed for tomorrow.
W&M - Most groups finished their vocabulary webs using a variety of dictionaries, including www.dictionary.com. They should reread chapters 3 and 4 tonight.
Language Arts: This week's spelling exploration is all about suffixes. There will be some homework/classwork over the next few days to support their knowledge of this in addition to the normal activities. Words will come home on Wednesday!
Carl's High Jump - We met and discussed the similarities and differences between our DES Field Day and the one that Carl experiences. Tonight they should describe some of these similarities and differences using their two lists in the RRJs.
Sword... - No homework tonight because our culminating activity is a partner storyboard.
JGB - We closed the deal on last week's story and began reading Sarah Plain and Tall to expose them to a historical novel. They have begun a comprehension activity already that needs to be completed for tomorrow.
W&M - Most groups finished their vocabulary webs using a variety of dictionaries, including www.dictionary.com. They should reread chapters 3 and 4 tonight.
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