In math this week, students continued to focus on number sense. Students learned how to use lattice multiplication to multiply large numbers. This is new for most adults, so have your child show you how it works. Many visual learners prefer this method over traditional multiplication. Students also learned how to divide large numbers using a variety of strategies, including estimating, using arrays and using traditional long division. Students also solved a complex problem with their math partner, focusing on level 4 communication.
This week in language students finished their rough draft of a personal narrative. Students are using Google Classroom as a tool for this class work. I gave students specific feedback about how to improve their story, as well as general feedback for the whole class. That feedback included using more interesting vocabulary by using a thesaurus, and adding sensory details into their story. Students also learned how to punctuate dialogue. They practised with pencil and paper, as well as on a Google doc.
In social studies the grade 4's are learning about Canada's regions, and the grade 5's are learning about Canada's political system. The grade 5's wrote a quiz on the levels of government, which went home to be signed and returned.
Finally, in art we finished a mixed media still life project on pumpkins. Students used pencil, then glue and chalk pastel to create their art work.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Wed., Oct. 24: math quiz, Halloween Hullaballoo
Thurs., Oct. 25: homework due
Homework:
1) Read for 20-30 minutes daily.
2) Complete the homework folder work on math, reading and spelling.
3) Go on "Dancemat typing" and practise for 10 minutes a day.
4) Grade 5's: Interview a voter! Record your results on the Google doc or hard copy.
5) Review for the math quiz on Wednesday
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