Nov. 19-23

In math this week, we continued our unit on patterning. Students are solving numeric patterns, and word problems that involve patterning and algebra. This week in language students continued to work on their rough drafts for a narrative with the theme of, "the power of kindness." We also started  literature circles. Each student is reading a book, and belongs to a book club. Groups met twice this week to discuss their book. Students will have a small amount of preparation work for each meeting. Please take a few minutes to ask your child about his/her book, and about their connections to the book.

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 continued to research for a project on a social justice or environmental issue. They will write a rant, and present it to the class. Grade 4's are working on and presenting a project about Canada's political regions.

In art, students are creating a piece of art that reflects their spirit animal. They will also write an explanation of why they chose the animal(s) that they did.

Important Upcoming Dates:
Wednesday, Nov. 28: literature circle meeting #3, math quiz on patterning and algebra
Thursday, Nov. 29: homework due
Friday, Nov. 30: literature circle meeting #4


Homework:
1) Read for 20-30 minutes daily.
2) Complete the homework folder work on reading, as well as math.
3) Complete the literature circle role sheets for each meeting.

Nov. 12-16

In math this week, we continued our unit on patterning. Students are solving numeric patterns, and word problems that involve patterning. This week in language students wrote rough drafts for a narrative with the theme of, "the power of kindness." It's wonderful to see the students' voices in their stories, as each story is unique, while having the same theme. Next week we will start literature circles. Each student will read a book, and will belong to a book club. Groups will meet twice a week to discuss their book. Students will have a small amount of preparation work for each meeting. Please take a few minutes to ask your child about his/her book, and about their connections to the book.

Students also led their student-led interview this week. They did a great job of assessing and presenting their strengths, areas for development, and strategies for improvement! Thank you to all the room 11 parents who participated in those meaningful reflections and discussions!

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 continued to research for a project on a social justice or environmental issue. They will write a rant, and present it to the class. Grade 4's are working on and presenting a project about Canada's political regions. 

We also had a fun field trip to see Mary Poppins. Our class had a great discussion the following day about similarities and differences between the original movie and this play. Students noted that the play included a wider diversity of people, better reflecting Canada today, and our societal belief in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Important Upcoming Dates:

Thursday, Nov. 22: homework due


Homework:
1) Read for 20-30 minutes daily.
2) Complete the homework folder work on reading, as well as math.
3) Go on "Dancemat typing" and practise for 10 minutes a day.

Nov. 5-9

In math this week, we continued our unit on patterning. Students are solving numeric patterns, and word problems that involve patterning. This week in language students brainstormed and created outlines for a narrative with the theme of, "the power of kindness." It's wonderful to see the students' voices in their stories, as each story is unique, while having the same theme.

Students also prepared for their student-led interview next week. Students reflected on their learning skills, and even wrote their own report card. Next week each student will lead their interview with parents, and will discuss their strengths, areas for development and strategies to improve. 

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 continued to research for a project on a social justice or environmental issue. They will write a rant, and present it to the class. Grade 4's are working on and presenting a project about Canada's political regions. 

Our week finished with a lovely Remembrance Day assembly. Students did a wonderful job of being silent and solemn during the assembly, and the choir sang beautifully! We watched a video in class about Remembrance Day, called, "A Pittance of Time," Here is the link for that if you'd like to watch it at home. It always chokes me up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kX_3y3u5Uo. We also read the book, "Peace" and discussed how it relates to our own lives.

Important Upcoming Dates:

all week: student-led interviews (See the Google Doc for your exact time.)

Tuesday, Nov. 13th: online math contest, Mary Poppins play
Thursday, Nov. 15: homework due
Friday, Nov. 16th: PA day

Homework:
1) Read for 20-30 minutes daily.
2) Complete the homework folder work on reading,  and summarizing, as well as math. This week's reading comes from a Remembrance Day newspaper that was given out on Friday. For a bonus activity, finish the crossword!
3) Go on "Dancemat typing" and practise for 10 minutes a day.

Oct. 29- Nov. 2

In math this week, we began a unit on patterning. Students are solving numeric patterns, and word problems that involve patterning. This week in language students read articles on Newsela, on Google Classroom and responded to the articles. We also explored the Internet to find out more about our new Buddy Bench. Students posted interesting articles and videos about the buddy bench on our Google Classroom stream. Please have your child show you our classroom!


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 finished a mini project involving interviewing a voter, and are beginning a project on a social justice or environmental issue. They will write a rant, and present it to the class. Grade 4's are working on a project about Canada's political regions.


Important Upcoming Dates:
Thursday, Nov. 8: homework due
Friday, Nov. 9: Remembrance Day assembly
Tuesday, Nov. 13: Mary Poppins field trip

Homework:
1) Read for 20-30 minutes daily.
2) Complete the homework folder work on reading, math and spelling.
3) Go on "Dancemat typing" and practise for 10 minutes a day.