We had a great week last week, and fifth grade is as busy as ever! It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is already upon us! Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! <3
HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK:
MATH:
Our Hands-On Equations unit came to an end after 4 exciting weeks of algebra! Students reviewed the major concepts/moves and took their final test on Tuesday. Next, we began Unit 6: Using Data and Adding/Subtracting Fractions. Students collected data and created line plots and stem and leaf plots. We also practiced finding the landmarks for various data sets.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Schoolwide Fiction mini-lessons continued last! Students learned that readers of fiction understand that there are a variety of ways that writers show the passage of time. We identified several time passing signals in the stories, "Seeking a Hidden Hive," "Hattie's Birthday Box," and "Don't be an Uncle Max." Students used these signal words, along with temporal words, phrases, and sentences to build their understanding of fiction stories. We also learned that readers understand that there are different types of characters that play different roles in stories. Students identified these different types of characters and examined the changes that happened to round, dynamic characters in the story Peppe the Lamplighter.
Sadly, our novel study on The Liberation of Gabriel King came to an end last week. Students analyzed Terrance and Gabe’s characters and evaluated Frita’s fear list. We ranked Gabe’s adventures in order of most dangerous to least dangerous, and explored the theme of the novel. In addition, students examined the conflicts and resolutions within the story.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
During writers' workshop last week students wrote about what sensory details, dialogue, and narration show. We also practiced telling and showing with direct quotes.
SCIENCE:
Our Energy unit continued to be super exciting! First, students learned how people use machines to harness energy transfers in order to perform useful tasks. Next, we worked in small groups to build one of three different boat “machines,” each utilizing a different type of energy transfer to propel it. Finally, groups shared their boats as we participated in a class boat-launching event!
THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:
MATH:
We will continue moving through Unit 6. Students will examine mystery plots and sample size data, and learn how to add fractions with different denominators.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Fiction mini-lessons will continue this week. Students will examine conflict, plot structure, and theme. We will also navigate a play and practice dealing with difficulty.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
This week students will practice telling and showing with direct quotes, and identify textual evidence that shows character traits.
SCIENCE:
Energy will continue this week! Students will conduct several experiments to examine the transfer of heat energy!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Tuesday, 2/9..........................................................Team Math Contest (lunch)
Thursday, 2/12.......................................................Valentine's Day Party @2:30pm
Monday, 2/15.........................................................No School (Presidents' Day)
Friday, 2/19............................................................Unit 6 Math Test (Anderle)
HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK:
MATH:
Our Hands-On Equations unit came to an end after 4 exciting weeks of algebra! Students reviewed the major concepts/moves and took their final test on Tuesday. Next, we began Unit 6: Using Data and Adding/Subtracting Fractions. Students collected data and created line plots and stem and leaf plots. We also practiced finding the landmarks for various data sets.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Schoolwide Fiction mini-lessons continued last! Students learned that readers of fiction understand that there are a variety of ways that writers show the passage of time. We identified several time passing signals in the stories, "Seeking a Hidden Hive," "Hattie's Birthday Box," and "Don't be an Uncle Max." Students used these signal words, along with temporal words, phrases, and sentences to build their understanding of fiction stories. We also learned that readers understand that there are different types of characters that play different roles in stories. Students identified these different types of characters and examined the changes that happened to round, dynamic characters in the story Peppe the Lamplighter.
Sadly, our novel study on The Liberation of Gabriel King came to an end last week. Students analyzed Terrance and Gabe’s characters and evaluated Frita’s fear list. We ranked Gabe’s adventures in order of most dangerous to least dangerous, and explored the theme of the novel. In addition, students examined the conflicts and resolutions within the story.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
During writers' workshop last week students wrote about what sensory details, dialogue, and narration show. We also practiced telling and showing with direct quotes.
SCIENCE:
Our Energy unit continued to be super exciting! First, students learned how people use machines to harness energy transfers in order to perform useful tasks. Next, we worked in small groups to build one of three different boat “machines,” each utilizing a different type of energy transfer to propel it. Finally, groups shared their boats as we participated in a class boat-launching event!
THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:
MATH:
We will continue moving through Unit 6. Students will examine mystery plots and sample size data, and learn how to add fractions with different denominators.
READING WORKSHOP:
Our Fiction mini-lessons will continue this week. Students will examine conflict, plot structure, and theme. We will also navigate a play and practice dealing with difficulty.
WRITERS' WORKSHOP:
This week students will practice telling and showing with direct quotes, and identify textual evidence that shows character traits.
SCIENCE:
Energy will continue this week! Students will conduct several experiments to examine the transfer of heat energy!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Tuesday, 2/9..........................................................Team Math Contest (lunch)
Thursday, 2/12.......................................................Valentine's Day Party @2:30pm
Monday, 2/15.........................................................No School (Presidents' Day)
Friday, 2/19............................................................Unit 6 Math Test (Anderle)
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