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Monday, November 29, 2021

11/20/2021

Welcome back! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Due to last week's absence, this week's Class News update will only contain highlights for the week ahead. Look for a regular edition of our Class News next week! 💗

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS📌
MATH:
We will begin Chapter 4: Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers. This week, students will practice multiplying proper fractions and solving real world problems.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our reading focus for the next three weeks will shift to Notice & Note: Nonfiction. This unit begins with creating the questioning stance. Students will be asked to read with the following questions in mind:
What surprised me?
What did the author think I already knew?
What changed, challenged, or confirmed what I already knew?
"Reading with these Big Questions in mind encourages a critical, attentive stance and develops habits of mind that-if we can instill them in our students-may help them deal more attentively and intelligently with the nonfiction texts they will encounter throughout their lives."

WRITERS' WORKSHOP::
This week we will finish up our Personal Narrative unit. Students will spend time proofreading, conferring, and publishing. We will also hold our second Gallery Walk on Friday!

SCIENCE:
Our study of the American Revolution will continue this week! Students will examine the Loyalist, Patriot, and Neutralist perspectives, and consider each argument for or against declaring independence.

UPCOMING EVENTS📆
Wednesday, 12/1: Individual Math Contest Practice (lunch)
Thursday, 12/2: Team Math Contest Practice (lunch)
Boston Massacre Virtual Field Trip
Friday, 12/3: The Science Behind Drugs (Candor Health Presentation)
**5th Grade T-Shirt Orders Due!**
Monday, 12/6: MATH MAP TEST (am)
Tuesday, 12/7: READING MAP TEST (pm)
Wednesday, 12/8: Individual Math Contest #1 (lunch)
Thursday, 12/9: Team Math Contest #2 (lunch)
Friday, 12/10: Boston Tea Party Virtual Field Trip

Please note, our 12 Days 'Til Winter Break Countdown begins on Thursday!!

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Monday, November 15, 2021

11/12/2021

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It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is next week! Wishing you all a wonderful holiday with your families!! 💗

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK 💡
MATH:
Last week in math we wrapped up Chapter 3. Students practiced adding and subtracting mixed numbers, and solved real world fraction problems. We also reviewed the major concepts from the chapter on Thursday and took our final assessment on Friday.

READING WORKSHOP:
Our readers were super busy last week continuing our study of fiction. Students compared the structures of fiction texts and analyzed the story elements found in historical fiction. Additionally, we also examined the different types of characters found in fiction.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Last week our writers continued to explore personal narratives. We examined examples of narratives that focused on valuable lessons learned in life, and practiced incorporating sensory details into our own narratives to engage readers. On Friday, students selected a personal narrative draft to bring through the publication process next week!

SOCIAL STUDIES:
The 1760/1770s have arrived at Patton School! Last week we examined some of the rising tension in colonies that led to the American Revolution. Our class learned about the French and Indian War, The Proclamation of 1763, and The Quartering Act. Students were given their first bank of Shillings on Friday...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!!

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS 📌
MATH:
Our week will begin with Chapter 3 test corrections and our Chapter 4 (Multiplying and Dividing Fractions) Opener. Additionally, fifth grade math teachers will be introducing our new Building Fact Fluency math supplement, Building Fact Fluency: A Toolkit for Multiplication & Division. We will begin integrating the lessons and games of this research-based toolkit to help students continue to develop a deep, conceptual understanding of math operations and fact fluency..

READING WORKSHOP:
We will wrap up our Fiction unit this week with our final lessons focusing on examining conflict.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Students will begin taking their personal narrative through the publication process. This week our writers will revise for sensory details, feelings, thoughts, and lessons. Additionally, students will revise their opening and closing sentences.

SOCIAL STUDIES:
Our study of the American Revolution will continue this week as we examine the Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, and Intolerable Acts. Be sure to ask your child about a special tax simulation he/she will participate in later in the week!

UPCOMING EVENTS 📆
Friday, 11/19: Virtual Field Trip Permission Slips Due
**Our Sign-up Genius for FMSC will close at the end of the day on Friday.**
Monday, 11/22-Friday, 11/26: NO SCHOOL....HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Monday, 11/29: Classes Resume!
Thursday, 12/2: Boston Massacre Virtual Field Trip (2:30pm)
Friday, 12/3: The Science Behind Drugs (Candor Health Presentation)
**5th Grade T-Shirt Orders are due!**

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Monday, November 8, 2021

11/5/2021

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The days are just flying by in fifth grade! It's hard to believe that the first trimester already comes to a close this Friday! I love watching our classroom community grow stronger with each new week, and I'm excited for the months ahead! 💗

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK 💡
MATH:
Sadly, much of our math time last week was spent CoGAT Testing. We were, however, able to squeeze in some fraction practice on the days we were together. Students learned how to express fractions as division expressions, mixed numbers, and decimals. We also learned how to add mixed numbers.

READING WORKSHOP:
We spent last week in reading focusing on determining the theme in a fiction text. As a class we examined common themes in fiction and created a lengthy list of possibilities for Because of Mr. Terupt. Students went on to create a constructed response identifying the theme, using at least three specific pieces of evidence to support their claim. Finally, our class compared the structures and themes of Because of Mr. Terupt and Towers Falling, once again using specific evidence from the text to support our claim.s.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Our writers were super busy last week continuing to explore personal narrative writing. Students practiced incorporating sensory details into their work to engage their readers.

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

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS 📌
MATH:
We will wrap up Chapter 3 in math this week. Students will practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers, and solve real world fraction problems. Our final test will be on Friday, November 12th.

READING WORKSHOP:
This week's Fiction mini-lessons will focus on historical fiction story elements, main idea/summary statements, and characters in fiction.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Our Personal Narrative unit will continue this week. Students will spend time writing about lessons they've learned and things they collect.

SOCIAL STUDIES:
We will officially begin learning about the rising tension in the colonies this week. Students will examine the impact of the French & Indian War, Proclamation of 1763, The Quartering Act, The Stamp Act, and the Boston Massacre.

UPCOMING EVENTS 📆
Thursday, 11/11: Happy Veterans Day!
Friday, 11/12: Chapter 3 Math Test (Anderle)
Friday, 11/19: Report Card Day!

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