Happy last day of March!
Students worked to complete their reading stations from last week. We will begin new reading stations. We examined text structure today. The class was able to provide evidence to support the text structures used in our book.
Students took part of their social studies assessment today. We also discussed early inventions and how they impacted American.
We will continue with or final assessments and pieces for the term for the remainder of the week. I will be sending home information tomorrow about ordering a yearbook online. Orders are due by April 2nd.
Have a great evening!
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Monday, March 30th
I was out of the classroom for the day, and I know the Superstars worked hard. Fourth grade teachers had a wonderful day planning together and preparing for term 6.
If you wish to order a yearbook, orders are due April 2nd.
We have a busy week finishing up assessments and activities for term 5. I am looking forward to this wonderful week and ending it with an author's visit from Chris Grabenstein on Friday.
See you in the morning!
If you wish to order a yearbook, orders are due April 2nd.
We have a busy week finishing up assessments and activities for term 5. I am looking forward to this wonderful week and ending it with an author's visit from Chris Grabenstein on Friday.
See you in the morning!
Friday, March 27, 2015
Friday, March 27th
We have had a particularly busy week. We have gotten many things accomplished this week. Students have completed projects, are publishing their writing pieces/UOI summative. We have some assessments coming next week and students are prepared and preparing.
Here are some pictures from our week of learning:
Order forms for yearbooks are due April 2nd. Have a great weekend!
Here are some pictures from our week of learning:
Order forms for yearbooks are due April 2nd. Have a great weekend!
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Thursday, March 26th
We had a busy day.
Students continued working on their writing pieces. Most began publishing today. Students are working hard to complete all of their revisions and edits prior to publishing. They are reminded that the published piece is their best and final work, so they should take their time when completing their piece.
Small groups presented their information about their simple machine today. Students were able to take notes during the presentations. This information should have come up for them to study.
We enjoyed our lunch with the 3rd graders from Glennwood. Ask your child to tell you about their visit!
After working on word problems, students completed a math station. They will continue working with Compass Learning, Whittzle, Fraction Dominoes, Comparing Decimals, and Solving word problems tomorrow and possibly into next week.
Tomorrow is the last day to send in order forms for Chris Grabenstein books and variety show participation forms.
Have a great evening!
Students continued working on their writing pieces. Most began publishing today. Students are working hard to complete all of their revisions and edits prior to publishing. They are reminded that the published piece is their best and final work, so they should take their time when completing their piece.
Small groups presented their information about their simple machine today. Students were able to take notes during the presentations. This information should have come up for them to study.
We enjoyed our lunch with the 3rd graders from Glennwood. Ask your child to tell you about their visit!
After working on word problems, students completed a math station. They will continue working with Compass Learning, Whittzle, Fraction Dominoes, Comparing Decimals, and Solving word problems tomorrow and possibly into next week.
Tomorrow is the last day to send in order forms for Chris Grabenstein books and variety show participation forms.
Have a great evening!
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Wednesday, March 25th
...And a wonderful Wednesday it was!
We continued our discussion of Caesar Chavez and his movement to aide Farmers. Students are working to complete an online scavenger hunt about life on the Oregon Trail. They are also comparing the similarities and differences between first and second hand accounts.
Students took part of their Social Studies Summative assessment today. They will continue to take it in pieces until the end of the term.
We are excited to have lunch with the 3rd graders from Glennwood tomorrow. With great weather, we will enjoy a nice lunch outside.
Don't forget that book orders for Chris Grabenstein and participation forms for the F.AVE Variety Show are due by Friday.
Have a happy day!
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Tuesday, March 24th
We had a busy and productive day.
Students began drafting their writing piece about their movement. They were able to see an example of a drafted piece, which has helped guide their decisions. We discussed what made the example a good piece.
We rotated through our math stations today. Students have been challenged by playing a new game called Whitzzle. Ask your child to tell you more!
Please return order forms for Chris Grabenstein books, and participation forms for the FAVE Variety Show by Friday (no exceptions). Year book order forms are due next Thursday.
Have a great eventing!
Students began drafting their writing piece about their movement. They were able to see an example of a drafted piece, which has helped guide their decisions. We discussed what made the example a good piece.
We rotated through our math stations today. Students have been challenged by playing a new game called Whitzzle. Ask your child to tell you more!
Please return order forms for Chris Grabenstein books, and participation forms for the FAVE Variety Show by Friday (no exceptions). Year book order forms are due next Thursday.
Have a great eventing!
Monday, March 23, 2015
Monday, March 23rd
Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed your weekend!
We began exploring a text that has a similar to the structure of a text book. Students are identifying reasons that textbooks are challenging to read and how the text features can assist us with understanding the text.
Students began working to explore a simple machine. They are working on a brief presentation, which will be presented to the class tomorrow.
We are continuing to explore decimals. Today we began comparing and ordering decimals. Students worked to draw area models and number lines to model their fraction comparisons.
We have lots of great things happening on the AVE:
We had wonderful spring pictures today
Thursday we are hosting our 3rd grade friends from Glennwood.
Next Friday, we are excited to have Chris Grabenstein joining us for an author's visit. If you wish to pre-order books, the order forms went home in red folders today. They due no later than Friday.
Also due Friday, Variety Show forms. If you wish to participate send your form to me.
Have a great day!
We began exploring a text that has a similar to the structure of a text book. Students are identifying reasons that textbooks are challenging to read and how the text features can assist us with understanding the text.
Students began working to explore a simple machine. They are working on a brief presentation, which will be presented to the class tomorrow.
We are continuing to explore decimals. Today we began comparing and ordering decimals. Students worked to draw area models and number lines to model their fraction comparisons.
We have lots of great things happening on the AVE:
We had wonderful spring pictures today
Thursday we are hosting our 3rd grade friends from Glennwood.
Next Friday, we are excited to have Chris Grabenstein joining us for an author's visit. If you wish to pre-order books, the order forms went home in red folders today. They due no later than Friday.
Also due Friday, Variety Show forms. If you wish to participate send your form to me.
Have a great day!
Friday, March 20, 2015
Friday, March 20th
It's Friday and the first day of Spring!!!
We worked to finish our research for our writing pieces today. If students do not feel as though they have finished their research, they should work this weekend to finish. Resources can be accessed through the blog.
We explored levers today. Students utilized spring scales and weights to verify and collect data about the effect of moving the load closer or further from the fulcrum. Ask your child to tell you more!
Students worked to create advertisements for and against the annexation of Texas. Ask your child to share both sides of the argument for annexation!
REMINDER: MONDAY IS PICTURE DAY
We are also looking forward to hosting the 3rd graders from Glenwood on Thursday. We had a great discussion about how students in our class felt last year when they arrived for their tour of F.AVE. They are excited to meet with these rising 3rd graders and put their minds at ease.
Have a wonderful and restful weekend!
We worked to finish our research for our writing pieces today. If students do not feel as though they have finished their research, they should work this weekend to finish. Resources can be accessed through the blog.
We explored levers today. Students utilized spring scales and weights to verify and collect data about the effect of moving the load closer or further from the fulcrum. Ask your child to tell you more!
REMINDER: MONDAY IS PICTURE DAY
We are also looking forward to hosting the 3rd graders from Glenwood on Thursday. We had a great discussion about how students in our class felt last year when they arrived for their tour of F.AVE. They are excited to meet with these rising 3rd graders and put their minds at ease.
Have a wonderful and restful weekend!
Thursday, March 19th
Good afternoon, everyone!
Students explored functional writing as an expository text and even completed a math assignment during our reading time. They also completed a reading station. We will finish our stations for the week tomorrow.
We explored levers today and the effects of moving the fulcrum closer or further from the load. We will continue with further lever experimentation tomorrow.
Students also completed a math assessment.
During this time of the year, when the weather is warmer and spring is upon us, students tend to get antsy. We had a brief discussion about the importance of maintaining our focus and doing our best in the classroom. Please, help support this discussion by reminding your child of these important responsibilities.
Have a great day!
Students explored functional writing as an expository text and even completed a math assignment during our reading time. They also completed a reading station. We will finish our stations for the week tomorrow.
We explored levers today and the effects of moving the fulcrum closer or further from the load. We will continue with further lever experimentation tomorrow.
Students also completed a math assessment.
During this time of the year, when the weather is warmer and spring is upon us, students tend to get antsy. We had a brief discussion about the importance of maintaining our focus and doing our best in the classroom. Please, help support this discussion by reminding your child of these important responsibilities.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Wednesday, March 18th
Happy Wednesday!
Let me first apologize for the lack of posts this week. I have had sick children and have been out of the building.
We had a great day! Students worked to determine the supporting evidence of an expository text about School Uniforms. They did a wonderful job with this and have had some great exposure to news articles.
Students continued research for their writing pieces. They are working to find support for their researchable questions. Most students are almost finished. We will be done with research by the end of the week.
We are working to write equations and expanded form for our decimal fractions. Students have performed well with the decimal tasks. We will have a quiz tomorrow.
Reminders:
Picture day is Monday, March 23rd.
We are hosting 3rd graders from Glenwood on March 26th.
Forms for the FAVE Variety Show are due by March 28th.
Have a great evening!
Let me first apologize for the lack of posts this week. I have had sick children and have been out of the building.
We had a great day! Students worked to determine the supporting evidence of an expository text about School Uniforms. They did a wonderful job with this and have had some great exposure to news articles.
Students continued research for their writing pieces. They are working to find support for their researchable questions. Most students are almost finished. We will be done with research by the end of the week.
We are working to write equations and expanded form for our decimal fractions. Students have performed well with the decimal tasks. We will have a quiz tomorrow.
Reminders:
Picture day is Monday, March 23rd.
We are hosting 3rd graders from Glenwood on March 26th.
Forms for the FAVE Variety Show are due by March 28th.
Have a great evening!
Friday, March 13, 2015
Friday, March 13th
Whew! We had a lot of exciting things going on today.
We were fortunate to start our morning with a visit from the Wylde Center. They led a great presentation and activity about observing from a scientific perspective. Students examined seeds and made comparisons.
I then played a little trick on the class. As an introduction to the Texas Revolution, I read an e-mail from Mr. Roaden (it was fake). Ask your child to tell you more!!
Students then participated in College and Career Explorations. Ask your child to tell you about what they experienced today.
I hope you all have a restful weekend!! See you on Monday!
We were fortunate to start our morning with a visit from the Wylde Center. They led a great presentation and activity about observing from a scientific perspective. Students examined seeds and made comparisons.
Students then participated in College and Career Explorations. Ask your child to tell you about what they experienced today.
I hope you all have a restful weekend!! See you on Monday!
Resources for Research
Ice Bucket Challenge
Aidan, Sharif, Robert
Aidan, Sharif, Robert
Elephant Poaching
Asya, Graham, Maren, Abel
Greenpeace - oil drilling
Teagan
About Greenpeace
Locks of Love
Joyce
Locks of Love Site
Lock of love mission
The Bullying Project
Harrison, Austin
The Bullying Project
School Safety Eduction-Bullying
MLB Integration - Jackie Robinson
Thomas
Jackie Robinson
History Today - Jackie Robinson
Global Warming
Lee Rachel
Stop Global Warming
Climate Kids
Clean Air Kids
eSchool Today
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Ava Rose
History.com
Explorers For Kids
Mr. Nussbaum - Lewis and Clark
9/11
Wilson, Zak
Scholastic - 9/11
The Day Americans Came Together
A Date Americans Will Never Forget
Iraq War
Benjamin, Cloud
Iraq War Over
Fact Monster
Operation Iraqi Freedom
The Alamo
Jerry, Kenneth
The Alamo
Social Studies for Kids - The Alamo
Battle of the Alamo
World Wildlife Federation - WWF
Carmen, Tallulah, Leo
WWF History
WWF Overview
WWF - Our Work
Iran Green Movement
Ahva
Green Movement
Locks of Love
Joyce
Locks of Love Site
Lock of love mission
The Bullying Project
Harrison, Austin
The Bullying Project
School Safety Eduction-Bullying
MLB Integration - Jackie Robinson
Thomas
Jackie Robinson
History Today - Jackie Robinson
Global Warming
Lee Rachel
Stop Global Warming
Climate Kids
Clean Air Kids
eSchool Today
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Ava Rose
History.com
Explorers For Kids
Mr. Nussbaum - Lewis and Clark
9/11
Wilson, Zak
Scholastic - 9/11
The Day Americans Came Together
A Date Americans Will Never Forget
Iraq War
Benjamin, Cloud
Iraq War Over
Fact Monster
Operation Iraqi Freedom
The Alamo
Jerry, Kenneth
The Alamo
Social Studies for Kids - The Alamo
Battle of the Alamo
World Wildlife Federation - WWF
Carmen, Tallulah, Leo
WWF History
WWF Overview
WWF - Our Work
Iran Green Movement
Ahva
Green Movement
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Thursday, March 13th
I am so happy to be back today. I missed everyone yesterday!
We had a great day! Students signed up for explorations this morning. Explorations will happen tomorrow, so I know the class is looking forward to them.
Students worked to complete a virtual science lab in Discovery Education. They were changing variables (floor type, mass, type of force) to move an object across the floor. Their task was to determine the combination of variables that would make it the most difficult to move the object.
We finished our trip through the Oregon Trail. Students were able to discuss if, based on their knowledge of the terrain and mode of transportation, they would have chosen to go west. Ask your child to tell you more!!
We had a wonderful Spring Luncheon today! The cafeteria staff always does a great job and today was no exception. I hope you enjoyed your visit!!
If your child is interested in participating in the FAVE Variety Show, registration forms are due by March 28th (no exceptions).
Have a wonderful evening!!
We had a great day! Students signed up for explorations this morning. Explorations will happen tomorrow, so I know the class is looking forward to them.
Students worked to complete a virtual science lab in Discovery Education. They were changing variables (floor type, mass, type of force) to move an object across the floor. Their task was to determine the combination of variables that would make it the most difficult to move the object.
We finished our trip through the Oregon Trail. Students were able to discuss if, based on their knowledge of the terrain and mode of transportation, they would have chosen to go west. Ask your child to tell you more!!
We had a wonderful Spring Luncheon today! The cafeteria staff always does a great job and today was no exception. I hope you enjoyed your visit!!
If your child is interested in participating in the FAVE Variety Show, registration forms are due by March 28th (no exceptions).
Have a wonderful evening!!
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Links Added to Superstar Symbaloo
I have added Khan Academy, Google Drive, and Sumdog to the Superstar Symbaloo. You can access them easily by clicking the link on the right side of the screen.
Wednesday, March 11th - OUT OF THE BUILDING
Good morning!
I am out of the building today. I know the Superstars are working hard. I should return tomorrow.
Don't forget that our luncheon is tomorrow at 11:40.
Please return yearbook order forms and variety show forms asap.
Have a great day!
I am out of the building today. I know the Superstars are working hard. I should return tomorrow.
Don't forget that our luncheon is tomorrow at 11:40.
Please return yearbook order forms and variety show forms asap.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Tuesday, March 10th
We had a wonderful day!
Students began working in reading stations and math stations today. I love watching them work in small groups. It is fun to see them collaborate on assignments and play learning games.
We continued our work with decimals today as we branched into hundredths. Students were able to use a meter stick as a reference for hundredths. The compared 1 centimeter to 1/10 meter. During math stations, they played fractions dominoes, worked to solve word problems, practice multiplication facts, worked on compass learning, and practiced with decimals.
We prepared for a science activity that we will begin on Thursday.
We are looking forward to our 4th grade luncheon on Thursday. Our time is 11:40 -12:10.
On Friday, we are excited to have visitors from the Wylde Center joining our class in our school garden. We are also really looking forward to explorations on Friday.
Be sure to check the upcoming events for this month. See you tomorrow!
Students began working in reading stations and math stations today. I love watching them work in small groups. It is fun to see them collaborate on assignments and play learning games.
We continued our work with decimals today as we branched into hundredths. Students were able to use a meter stick as a reference for hundredths. The compared 1 centimeter to 1/10 meter. During math stations, they played fractions dominoes, worked to solve word problems, practice multiplication facts, worked on compass learning, and practiced with decimals.
We prepared for a science activity that we will begin on Thursday.
We are looking forward to our 4th grade luncheon on Thursday. Our time is 11:40 -12:10.
On Friday, we are excited to have visitors from the Wylde Center joining our class in our school garden. We are also really looking forward to explorations on Friday.
Be sure to check the upcoming events for this month. See you tomorrow!
Friday, March 6, 2015
Friday, March 6th
Happy Friday!
We had a wonderful day! Students took their knowledge of text structure and applied it. They worked together to analyze a variety of nonfiction texts with a partner or small group.
We were lucky to go to the championship round of the Black History Bowl. Students were excited to watch and had great questions to ask. I know they will be geared up for next year.
We worked to create tape diagram and area models for our decimal fractions. Students were able to create an equivalent mixed number.
Thank you to all who were able to join us for Student-Led Conferences/Portfolio Night. I know the students were very excited to share their learning with you. We hope you enjoyed it!
Have a wonderful weekend!
We had a wonderful day! Students took their knowledge of text structure and applied it. They worked together to analyze a variety of nonfiction texts with a partner or small group.
We were lucky to go to the championship round of the Black History Bowl. Students were excited to watch and had great questions to ask. I know they will be geared up for next year.
We worked to create tape diagram and area models for our decimal fractions. Students were able to create an equivalent mixed number.
Thank you to all who were able to join us for Student-Led Conferences/Portfolio Night. I know the students were very excited to share their learning with you. We hope you enjoyed it!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Pencils and Tissues Needed
Our class is in need of pencils and tissues. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Thursday, March 5th
It was another great day!
We completed our text structures lesson this morning, and we completed a reading station.
We continued analyzing our painting of manifest destiny. Students were able to come up with a definition for manifest destiny. We also looked at the growth of America so far and how it will continue to grow.
Ask your child to tell you about our fun experiment today that helped explain Newton's 3rd Law of motion - for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. It involved hot wheels tracks, two canisters, a penny, water, and alka seltzer.
Students were introduced to decimal fractions and decimals today. They used a ruler to analyze centimeters and create equations that equal one whole centimeter.
We are looking forward to Portfolio Night/Student-Led Conferences this evening.
Don't forget that our luncheon is next Thursday. Please send in your RSVPs.
See you in the morning!
We completed our text structures lesson this morning, and we completed a reading station.
We continued analyzing our painting of manifest destiny. Students were able to come up with a definition for manifest destiny. We also looked at the growth of America so far and how it will continue to grow.
Ask your child to tell you about our fun experiment today that helped explain Newton's 3rd Law of motion - for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. It involved hot wheels tracks, two canisters, a penny, water, and alka seltzer.
Students were introduced to decimal fractions and decimals today. They used a ruler to analyze centimeters and create equations that equal one whole centimeter.
We are looking forward to Portfolio Night/Student-Led Conferences this evening.
Don't forget that our luncheon is next Thursday. Please send in your RSVPs.
See you in the morning!
More Fun With Forces - Newton's 3rd Law
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.
(Video editing would now work when I tried to rotate the video)
Ask your child to tell you more!
(Video editing would now work when I tried to rotate the video)
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Wednesday, March 4th
Midway through the week already!!
We introduced text structure today. Students are learning about the different types of structures used to organize texts. They are identifying key words and terminology that will help them identify the type of structure used.
We introduced the idea of manifest destiny today. Students analyzed a painting. They were looking at the people, objects, and activities in the picture. We will continue our discussion tomorrow.
I enjoyed watching the students' presentations of their recipes. Ask your child to tell you more!
Tomorrow is an exciting day! We are looking forward to seeing you all for Portfolio Night/Student-Led conferences. If you wish to come before or stay after your conference time to visit the special areas classes, the locations are listed below.
We introduced text structure today. Students are learning about the different types of structures used to organize texts. They are identifying key words and terminology that will help them identify the type of structure used.
We introduced the idea of manifest destiny today. Students analyzed a painting. They were looking at the people, objects, and activities in the picture. We will continue our discussion tomorrow.
I enjoyed watching the students' presentations of their recipes. Ask your child to tell you more!
Tomorrow is an exciting day! We are looking forward to seeing you all for Portfolio Night/Student-Led conferences. If you wish to come before or stay after your conference time to visit the special areas classes, the locations are listed below.
See you tomorrow!!
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Tuesday, March 3rd
Another busy day on the AVE!
Congratulations to our class elected Superstars of the Month for January and February, Abel and Jerry!! We are proud of you!
Congratulations to our class elected Superstars of the Month for January and February, Abel and Jerry!! We are proud of you!
If you haven't watched the video of our science experiment about inertia and forces at work, watch the video!! Students can explain all of the forces in action!
Senora Souki took us through a little singing and dancing during Spanish today. Ask your child to tell you more!
We are looking forward to seeing you all for our Portfolio Night/Student-Led Conferences! We have been working especially hard to prepare for them. I will send home confirmations tomorrow to remind you of your scheduled time to meet with your CHILD (not me) and enjoy an update from them on their term 4 work.
Don't forget to send in your RSVPs for our 4th grade luncheon. The luncheon is on Thursday, March 12th. Our class will be eating from 11:40-12:10. The cost is $5 and is cash only. We hope to see you for this fun event!
Have a wonderful evening!
Monday, March 2, 2015
Monday, March 2nd
Happy Monday! We had a wonderful start to our week, celebrate our term 4 learning at our Village Gathering. Thank you to Mr. Goode's and Dr. Zisook's classes for their great presentation.
We are working hard to prepare for Portfolio Night/Student led conferences. Students have been organizing, examining, and practicing their presentations for you for this night. I will send home time confirmations again on Thursday. You are scheduled for the time you chose for our original day.
Students were excited to work on their math project today. They are using cooking, and fractions to create their project. Ask your child to tell you more!
Don't forget that Wednesday is Walk and Roll to school. Also, please send in your RSVPs for the 4th grade luncheon next Thursday, March 12th. Our scheduled lunch time is 11:40 - 12:10. The cost is $5 per person and the cafeteria accepts cash only.
Have a great evening!
We are working hard to prepare for Portfolio Night/Student led conferences. Students have been organizing, examining, and practicing their presentations for you for this night. I will send home time confirmations again on Thursday. You are scheduled for the time you chose for our original day.
Students were excited to work on their math project today. They are using cooking, and fractions to create their project. Ask your child to tell you more!
Don't forget that Wednesday is Walk and Roll to school. Also, please send in your RSVPs for the 4th grade luncheon next Thursday, March 12th. Our scheduled lunch time is 11:40 - 12:10. The cost is $5 per person and the cafeteria accepts cash only.
Have a great evening!
Information about Student-Led Conferences
- Portfolio Night Thursday, March 5th
- This night is designed for students to have an opportunity to inform parents about what they have learned, demonstrate new understandings and articulate personal goals for the remainder of the school year. Please make sure that you have signed up with your homeroom teacher to attend with your child(ren). Our goal is to have students independently lead parents through their portfolio of learning for the IB unit of inquiry, How We Express Ourselves. However, if you need additional information or clarification there will be an opportunity to indicate that. Teachers will respond to all inquiries via email soon after this event.
- This sharing of work also includes Spanish, the Arts and Physical Education. Additional areas of the building will be open so that students can share how their learning in these areas also connected to the unit of study, How We Express Ourselves. Feel free to visit these areas before or after your scheduled conference time in the classroom.
- Music: Room 227
- Art: Cafeteria & Falcon's Nest
- Spanish: Media Center
- Physical Education: Multi-Purpose room
Also, feel free to stop by room 135 if you need to briefly speak with LINKS or EIP teachers.
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