Fifth Grade Week of October 20, 2019
What we are working on this week:
Math (Bridges)-
Unit 2 Module 2- Here is a link which describes more on Unit 2 (Adding and Subtracting Fractions):
https://www.mathlearningcenter.org/sites/default/files/documents/family/PAR-BR5-U2.pdf
Math Homework will be given every day this week.
ELA (Journeys)-
Unit 2 Lesson 1-2
We are transitioning out of Unit 2 Lesson 1 by reading a persuasive text that connects to “Old Yeller”, and practicing writing detailed paragraphs to describe an experience.
To honor National Bullying Prevention Day, we are also starting a class unit on the novel ‘Wonder’.
ELA Homework will be given every day this week, including reading for 20 minutes.
Science (Mystery Science)-
- Web of Life Mystery 4: Do worms really eat dirt?
In this Mystery, students discover the critical role earthworms play in decomposing dead material and releasing nutrients into the soil.
Religion-
- Priesthood Sunday is on October 27th. We are creating a gift for Father Robert and Father Anthony.
Social Studies-
- Geography of the U.S.
We will be studying and playing games to prepare for our Geography assessment this week.
Important Dates:
Monday, Oct. 21th– 5th Grade Diocesan Art Project
Wednesday, Oct. 23rd – Bullying Prevention Day – wear orange
Thursday, Oct. 31st – Halloween Parade (noon dismissal)
Friday, Nov. 1st – All Saints Day Mass
Friday, Nov. 8th – Noon Dismissal
Monday, Nov. 11th – Veteran’s Day Observed (no school)