Jan. 15-19

In math this week, we continued to study geometry.  Students learned to identify different types of triangles, based on their side length and angles. Students also learned to find the lines of symmetry in polygons. Grade 6's learned about the order of rotational symmetry of polygons and figures.

In language, students finished their persuasive essay on a topic of their choice. Those essays will be displayed on the bulletin board in the hallway. Topics range from "Sports players make too much money," to "All women world-wide should have access to education." Students also began to present their book chat assignment. This can be written at home, as it will be an oral presentation mark. I'm hoping that students will get some good ideas for great books from each other, to help inspire their independent reading!

In health and media literacy students are investigating a topic related to substance abuse, and creating an infographic that would be found in a doctor's office. These are being created using Google Docs, to enhance students' digital fluency. 

In science the grade 5's reviewed the human body systems, including the digestive system and the respiratory system. There will be a quiz on the human body next Wednesday, Jan. 24. Grade 6 students learned about biodiversity.

Homework:

1. Read for at least 20- 30 minutes daily.
2. Work on/ complete the book chat assignment. The due dates for this vary, from Jan. 16- Feb. 2.
3. Complete the homework folder work on math and reading. 
   
   

Important Dates:

Thurs., Jan. 24: homework due

Tues. Jan. 16- Feb. 2: book chat due (dates of presentation vary)

Thurs., Feb. 8: French music field trip for junior students