Happy February! We're ready to kick off another big week in fifth grade!
HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK:
MATH:
In math last week we finished up our Hands-On Equations algebra unit. Students learned how to add pawns to each side of the equation to solve problems. We also practiced adding zero pairs when setting up problems to subtract values that aren’t present in the original equation. In addition, students learned how to solve (-x) problems.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Schoolwide Fiction unit continued last week as we wrapped-up our read aloud lessons and began mini-lessons. Students learned that readers of fiction recognize that stories address particular themes. We used the realistic fiction text, "The Can Man," to determine themes and support our claims with direct evidence from the text. Students also learned that readers of fiction actively construct understanding at the beginning of a story. We payed particular attention to the elements of a story and asked questions to check for understanding as we began the story, "Seeking a Hidden Hive."
Additionally, we 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:
We enthusiastically began our second WEX book of the year, Writing in Response to Fiction. Students wrote about people and characters they've observed. We also identified details that show character.
SCIENCE:
Students actively shared their Types of Energy presentations last week! Each presentation was unique, creative, and engaging, and we all enjoyed watching these lessons come alive through many exciting demonstrations!
THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:
MATH:
We will review algebra this week and take our final test on Tuesday. Students will also begin Unit 6: Using Data and Addition/Subtraction of Fractions.
READING WORKSHOP:
Fiction mini-lessons will continue and we'll wrap-up our Liberation of Gabriel King unit as well.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Students will continue moving through our Writing in Response to Fiction unit this week.
SCIENCE:
We have a fun-filled week of energy science experiments to participate in this week!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK:
MATH:
In math last week we finished up our Hands-On Equations algebra unit. Students learned how to add pawns to each side of the equation to solve problems. We also practiced adding zero pairs when setting up problems to subtract values that aren’t present in the original equation. In addition, students learned how to solve (-x) problems.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Schoolwide Fiction unit continued last week as we wrapped-up our read aloud lessons and began mini-lessons. Students learned that readers of fiction recognize that stories address particular themes. We used the realistic fiction text, "The Can Man," to determine themes and support our claims with direct evidence from the text. Students also learned that readers of fiction actively construct understanding at the beginning of a story. We payed particular attention to the elements of a story and asked questions to check for understanding as we began the story, "Seeking a Hidden Hive."
Additionally, we 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:
We enthusiastically began our second WEX book of the year, Writing in Response to Fiction. Students wrote about people and characters they've observed. We also identified details that show character.
SCIENCE:
Students actively shared their Types of Energy presentations last week! Each presentation was unique, creative, and engaging, and we all enjoyed watching these lessons come alive through many exciting demonstrations!
THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:
MATH:
We will review algebra this week and take our final test on Tuesday. Students will also begin Unit 6: Using Data and Addition/Subtraction of Fractions.
READING WORKSHOP:
Fiction mini-lessons will continue and we'll wrap-up our Liberation of Gabriel King unit as well.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
Students will continue moving through our Writing in Response to Fiction unit this week.
SCIENCE:
We have a fun-filled week of energy science experiments to participate in this week!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
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