Fifth Grade Week of September 23, 2019

What we are working on this week:

Math (Bridges)-

Unit 1 Module 3

Unit 1 Module 4

Students continue to work on multi-digit multiplication strategies. We will review some of these strategies, and students will continue to demonstrate understanding through entrance and/or exit tickets.

We are transitioning to Module 4, which focuses on Multiplying and Dividing Whole Numbers & Decimals

Math Homework will be given every day this week.

ELA (Journeys)-

• Unit 1 Lesson 3
• Unit 1 Lesson 4

Students will be given an assessment for Unit 1 Lesson 3, which will focus on comparing/contrasting, idioms, and formal and informal language.

In Lesson 4, our reading will focus on the essential question, “How can being active in sports improve someone’s attitude?”

We will also work on writing a fictional narrative, which focuses on characters, setting, and plot. The plot will include a problem, sequence of events, and a solution to the problem.

ELA Homework will be given every day this week, including reading for 20 minutes.

Science (Mystery Science)-

• Web of Life Mystery 3: Where Do Fallen Leaves Go?

Religion-

• Chapter 2: The Word of God

Goal: To learn about how to read, interpret, and revere Sacred Scripture

Social Studies-

• Geography of the U.S. (Describing Water and Landforms)

Important Dates:

Monday Sept. 23rd: Free dress- September birthdays

Monday Sept. 30th: Grade 5 Art Docent Project

Please See Weekly Newsletter for more important dates and announcements