Quarter 3 Week 3

Dear 3C Parents and Families,

It was a busy 4-day week!  We really increased our knowledge of fractions, enjoyed our new novel, "Trumpet of the Swan", and enjoyed finishing up our Roman History unit.  There is much to look forward to in the weeks to come.  See below for an update.  :)

We are still in need to volunteers for reading and math groups!  Please sign up if you are available. 

Best,

Mrs. Bowers

• Reading groups are on Tuesdays from  8:0o-8:40  this quarter.  Please see the attached link to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090e4daead2fa2fb6-reading1
• Math groups will continue to be held on Wednesdays from 12:45-1:45. Please see the attached link to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090e4daead2fa2fb6-math1

A Look in the Classroom

1. Language Arts: We will have 30 Spalding words this week. Our Grammar and Writing Instruction will come together as we begin a hefty in-class writing project. In Grammar and Writing we will be placing focus on how to write a text-based opinion. In Literature we are enjoying watching Louis learn to play the trumpet and navigate the waters of a mute swan.
2. Science: This week we are beginning our next unit on sound!  This will be a very exciting unit that will include many hands-on activities.  We were lucky enough to use grant money to purchase new materials over the summer so we have many new and exciting tools to use for this unit.  This week the topics will include: what causes sound and the parts of the human ear.
3. Math:  Fractions are still on the agenda for this week.  This week we will focus on adding and subtracting fractions.  Additionally, we have a fun reader’s theater activity that will help reinforce the concepts of equivalent fractions and simplest form.  There will be a quiz on Friday which will including adding, subtracting, and finding equivalent fractions on Friday.  Look for a B test coming home on Thursday as preparation.  As the combined tests are long we will be completing part of it in class, but the remainder will be homework that evening.  You can also feel free to use the extra practice packet to prepare students for this assessment.  
4. History: The final assessment of our Rome unit is scheduled for Monday; we reviewed the study guide in class this past week and a Quizlet for the vocabulary has been created. We will begin our new unit - the Vikings! - on Tuesday, beginning with how we have learned about Norse culture through the extensive work of archaeologists. We look forward to starting this eagerly anticipated unit!

Assessments

1. Monday - Rome Test
2. Friday - Fractions Test and Spelling Test

Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help! 😀