In math this week students continued to work on geometry skills. Students identified, measured and created different types of angles. Students also learned how to classify triangles by their angles: acute angled, right angle or obtuse-angled. Students learned how to create triangles using a ruler and protractor, given specific side lengths and angles. Grade sixes also created different types of polygons, given their dimensions.
In language we continued with our unit on poetry. Students wrote a poem that used the poetic device, "onomatopoeia." We also looked at the work and style of e.e. cummings, then wrote a poem using his style. In addition, students wrote a reading letter to me about their understanding of the novel George, including connections and inferences.
In science the grade fives gave presentation on a human body system. The grade sixes are beginning to learn about biodiversity.
In art students evaluated their work of art that demonstrates an understanding of proportion, and depicts an emotion. They began to work on an illustration of one of their poems. In drama we began plays that the class will work on and present next week. Finally, in phys. ed. we continued with a unit on basketball, and focused on shooting skills.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, Dec. 20: math quiz on geometry (types of angles, measuring and creating angles, and creating triangles)
Friday, Dec. 23: class party; last day of school before the holidays
Homework:
There will be no homework folder this week or over the holidays. Students should continue to read a book independently every night for at least 20-30 minutes.
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