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Monday, February 1, 2021

1/29/2021

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Happy February!!! 💖 Can you believe it?? Time is certainly flying by in fifth grade! I am looking forward to meeting with you next week during conferences. If you haven't already done so, please sign up for a time slot using this link.

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK 💡
Math:
Last week in math we wrapped up Chapter 4. Students practiced dividing fractions and continued to solve real world fraction multiplication and division problems. We reviewed the major concepts from the chapter on Thursday, and students took their final assessment on Friday. We still have a few problems left to complete this week.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our literacy time last week continued to focus on The Liberation of Gabriel King. Students examined the vocabulary terms perseverance and oppression, and used text support to predict whether Mr. Evans said something kind or hurtful to Frita.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Our Fiction writing unit continued last week! Students reviewed character, setting, and plot and practiced incorporating these components into their fiction drafts.

SOCIAL SCIENCE:

Life during the American Revolution continued last week in fifth grade! Students examined how key events such as the Boston Tea Party and Intolerable Acts affected the colonists and increased tension between England and the Colonies. We were also super fortunate to participate in a virtual field trip last week. Our colonists traveled back in time to attend the Boston Massacre Trial!! After hearing testimony from several key witnesses, our jury members found the British Soldiers Guilty! What a fun way to bring history to life for our young learners!

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS
Math:
We will complete our Chapter 4 test, and begin Chapter 5: Algebra.

READING WORKSHOP

Our The Liberation of Gabriel King novel study will continue this week!

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Fiction writing will continue this week in fifth grade.

SOCIAL STUDIES:
Our study of the American Revolution will continue as we shift from the building tension in the colonies, to the "Shot Heard 'Round the World" and the different perspectives of fighting for freedom.

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Monday, January 25, 2021

1/23/2021

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Thank you for your continued support as we've transitioned into another learning model this year! Your children are incredible! They're resilient, innovative, and problem solvers. I can't imagine facing a year like this with any other group of kids. They make every moment, of every celebration and every struggle, worth it! 💗
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HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK💡
MATH:
Last week in math we continued moving through Chapter 4. Students practiced solving real world multiplication of fraction problems, and learned how to divide fractions and whole numbers.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our week was spent reading, analyzing, and discussing The Liberation of Gabriel King. Students examined new vocabulary terms and researched many of the historical facts mentioned in the story. We also selected character traits that define Frita Wilson, and used specific evidence from the text to support these claims. 

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Fiction writing continued last week in fifth grade. Our writers were super busy exploring fiction writing ideas. Students examined how to use messy situations, interesting people, and "what if" story starters in their work.

SOCIAL SCIENCE:
Our study of the American Revolution continued last week, and wow...things got pretty tense as our colonists learned about the Stamp Act! We also spent time examining the impact of the growing tension between the British Soldiers and the colonists, leading to the Boston Massacre.


THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS📌
Math:
We will wrap up (hopefully) Chapter 4 this week with continued practiced of dividing fractions and solving real world fraction problems. We are planning for a condensed version of a Chapter 4 Test on Friday. I'll let you know if that plan changes.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our novel study of The Liberation of Gabriel King will continue this week!

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
This week in writing we will learn how to develop characters, plot, setting, and dialogue in our fiction writing.

SOCIAL SCIENCE:
Our study of the American Revolution will continue this week as we examine the Boston Tea Party and the Intolerable Acts.


UPCOMING EVENTS📆
Monday, 1/25: BOSTON MASSACRE Virtual Field Trip (9:15-10:00)
Wednesday, 1/27: MONDAY SCHEDULE (LIVE PE/MUSIC!!)
Friday, 1/29: Chapter 4 Math Test (Anderle)
Monday, 2/1: BOSTON TEA PARTY Virtual Field Trip (2:30-3:15)


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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

1/15/2021

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Welcome back after the long weekend! Fifth grade continues to be busy and exciting!!! I'm looking forward to another great week together!💗

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK💡
MATH:
Last week in math we continued moving through Chapter 4. Students learned how to multiply improper fractions and mixed numbers by whole numbers. We also spent time solving real world multiplication of fractions problems.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our novel study of The Liberation of Gabriel King continued last week. Students have been really enjoying this inspiring story and our higher level discussions continue each day. Additionally, last week students identified literary elements, examined setting details, made connections to the story, analyzed characters, and compared and contrasted Gabe and Frita. As you can see, our readers have been super busy!

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Our third writing unit of the year, Fiction, began last week! Students examined elements of fiction writing, explored messy situations, and discovered characters' voices in fiction writing.

SOCIAL STUDIES:
​The 1760/1770s have arrived at Patton School! Students examined some of the rising tension in colonies that led to the American Revolution. We learned about the French and Indian War, The Proclamation of 1763, and The Quartering Act. Students were given their first bank of Shillings on Wednesday...which came with a laundry list of Queen Anderle's Royal Taxes! This is such a super fun time of year in fifth grade and we're excited for this week's adventures (be sure to ask your child about tomorrow's social studies lesson)!

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS📌
MATH:
This week in math we will continue moving through Chapter 4. Students will practice solving real world multiplication of fractions problems and learn how to divide fractions by whole numbers.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our The Liberation of Gabriel King novel study will continue this week!

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Fiction writing will continue this week as students use "what if" story starters, and consider writing about an interesting person.

SOCIAL STUDIES:
This week in social studies our colonists will examine the Stamp Act and Boston Massacre.

UPCOMING EVENTS📆
Monday, 1/25: Boston Massacre Virtual Field Trip (9:15am)
Wednesday, 1/27: MONDAY SCHEDULE
Monday, 2/1: Boston Tea Party Virtual Field Trip (2:30pm)




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Monday, January 11, 2021

1/8/2021

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WOW! We had a great first week back and we are ready for a busy second half of the school year!

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK:
MATH:
In math last week we began Chapter 4: Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers. Students were super busy learning how to multiply proper fractions with simplifying. We also spent time last week solving real world, multi-step fraction problems.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our whole class novel study/response to literature unit on The Liberation of Gabriel King​ began last week! Students were extremely enthusiastic about the story of Gabriel King and his best friend Frita Wilson. Already we’ve had many mature and higher-level discussions as we’ve explored the ideas of liberation, integration, and justification.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Our writers were busy last week putting the final touches on their personal narratives. Students proofread for spelling, misused words, and run-on sentences. Final publications were made and our writers began sharing their work on Friday!

SOCIAL STUDIES:
We kicked off our exciting American Revolution unit last week!, Students learned about the importance of taverns during the 1770s. We formed our own classroom tavern groups and students began designing tavern signs and logos with their fellow tavern members!




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