Classroom News for January 25th

News and Upcoming Events:

• Orchestra is on Monday- Don't forget your instrument.
• 1/28 Field Trip to JPL - All chaperone spots are filled. Students should eat a large breakfast this days there may not be time for snack on the tour. We will be back at school for lunch at approximately 12:45. All students should bring a lunch from home (we will not be able to have cafeteria service) and a small snack. Don't forget to wear your trip T-shirt!
• 1/29 Showing of "Akeelah and the Bee"; please send back parent permission slips asap.

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What's Going On This Week In Class:

Math:

Math- Multiplying 2 digit by 2 digit numbers.

Accelerated Math (self-paced practice)

Multiplication Madness (Fact Practice) 

Reading:

Chapters 8-12 of Bud, Not Buddy; Analysis of author's use of "Show, Not Tell", Using text evidence to support conclusions. Students will view a portion of the PBS film "Riding the Rails" to learn about train hopping during the Great Depression.

Figurative language review: Metaphor, simile, hyperbole, personification

 "Genre Genius" for the 2nd reporting period.

Writing:

We will be starting a research & project unit based on students' interests. This week: Using Inquiry charts (I-Charts)  to develop research questions.

Students continue typing their persuasive essays in the computer lab - creating subheadings, inserting relevant graphics, and creating text boxes.

Social Studies/Science:

California Statehood

Reminders:

Tardies:

 Please make sure your child is at school and in line by the 8:06 bell. We try to start the school day at 8:11 promptly. Thank you for your help!

Homework:

Please check your child's Homework Log nightly and sign or initial after the work has been completed. Remind your child that completed homework and the HW log are due in class daily.