This morning the students completed the Thursday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, annual. Then, they attempted to solve this week's puzzles or worked on their "Teach the Teacher" project. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a "Secret Shape" warm up. Then, we reviewed the homework from last night. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we used several different visual representations to classify and name quadrilaterals based on their properties. During math with a partner, the students chose to play Battle Ship or Multiplication War, again. During the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then chose between a game linked to the quadrilateral Blendspace or Math Playground.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with writing lesson.
First, we listened to and discussed a poem called, "Over My Toes". We identified what the poem was about and how the poet used alliteration and repetition in their writing. During writing time, the children wrote poems using repetition, alliteration, and other poetic devices we have discussed.
Next, the children went to music.
When they returned to class, we ate snack and reviewed the differences between first and second hand accounts of the same event or topic.
Then, the students began working independently while I met with guided reading groups.
First, the read two accounts of the arrival of colonists in the new world and determined which was firsthand and which was second. They also used examples from the text explaining their answer. After that, they completed their book club assignment and job for day 7 and met with their group. Next, they re-watched the screen cast about commas in letters and completed an independent, graded practice activity. Finally, they used MANY links posted in GC - Social Studies to completed an open note quiz about the 13 colonies.
I met with ALL 3 guided reading groups. In each group we reviewed the two accounts of the arrival in the new world, and determined which was a firsthand account and which was secondhand. Then, we used specific characteristics of each to explain how the accounts were different and backed up our thinking with examples from the text.
In the middle of our reading/independent work block we did have a fire drill.
We also had a surprise visit from Mrs. Vassalotti and her new baby, Grant, at the end of the day!
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday
This morning the students completed the Wednesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, annual. After that, they practiced their spelling skills as they played the online game, Torture the Teacher. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a Soduko warm up. Then, we decided, as a class, what to do during math with a partner and technology, since they earned that right by doing so well on MAP-M.
Today, during the small group lesson, we focused on classifying quadrilaterals using properties of their sides and angles. During math with a partner, the student chose between playing Battle Ship (coordinate graphing) and Multiplication War (basic facts). Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math. Then, they chose between playing a game on Math Playground (their choice) or choosing a game from the coordinate graphing Blendspace.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, the students continued taking the MAP-R test that we began last Friday.
Once every student had completed the assessment, we ate snack and discussed the ¨Teach the Teacher¨ project that is due June 11.
Next, we began our writing lesson. First, we reviewed our class list of notes about poems. Then, we read a poem called, ¨Crickets,¨ and discussed the use of repetition and onomatopoeia in it. After that, the students did a Quick Write, listing animals and things that make noise. Next, the students wrote poems about animals or things that make noise using our notes about poems chart to get ideas. Finally, a few volunteers shared their writing.
We ended the day with a social studies lesson. We began exploring the history of our state capital, Annapolis.
Math began with a Soduko warm up. Then, we decided, as a class, what to do during math with a partner and technology, since they earned that right by doing so well on MAP-M.
Today, during the small group lesson, we focused on classifying quadrilaterals using properties of their sides and angles. During math with a partner, the student chose between playing Battle Ship (coordinate graphing) and Multiplication War (basic facts). Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math. Then, they chose between playing a game on Math Playground (their choice) or choosing a game from the coordinate graphing Blendspace.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, the students continued taking the MAP-R test that we began last Friday.
Once every student had completed the assessment, we ate snack and discussed the ¨Teach the Teacher¨ project that is due June 11.
Next, we began our writing lesson. First, we reviewed our class list of notes about poems. Then, we read a poem called, ¨Crickets,¨ and discussed the use of repetition and onomatopoeia in it. After that, the students did a Quick Write, listing animals and things that make noise. Next, the students wrote poems about animals or things that make noise using our notes about poems chart to get ideas. Finally, a few volunteers shared their writing.
We ended the day with a social studies lesson. We began exploring the history of our state capital, Annapolis.
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students commented about their weekend on our morning message. Then they completed both the Monday and Tuesday sections of the vocabulary sheet for our new word of the week, annual. Those who had time, then used Typing Club to practice their keyboarding skills. After the announcements, we switched for math.
All math class took the MAP-M during our math block today. The MAP-M is the computerized, self-adjusting, online math test that is given three times each year. This test is helped to guide our planning and instruction.
During our math block, as per usual, the students enjoyed lunch and recess. When they returned to math, they continued with the MAP-M test. We stayed in math groups until everyone had completed their testing.
When we switched back to homerooms, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. Today we read and discussed poems thinking about how they look on a page and the sensory details used. Then, the students practiced writing poems using sensory details and different spacing.
After writing, the students read the next assignment for their book club and completed their job. Finally, they met with the other students in their book club and discussed the text.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
All math class took the MAP-M during our math block today. The MAP-M is the computerized, self-adjusting, online math test that is given three times each year. This test is helped to guide our planning and instruction.
During our math block, as per usual, the students enjoyed lunch and recess. When they returned to math, they continued with the MAP-M test. We stayed in math groups until everyone had completed their testing.
When we switched back to homerooms, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. Today we read and discussed poems thinking about how they look on a page and the sensory details used. Then, the students practiced writing poems using sensory details and different spacing.
After writing, the students read the next assignment for their book club and completed their job. Finally, they met with the other students in their book club and discussed the text.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Friday, May 25, 2018
Fabulous Friday
This morning the students completed the Friday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, contain. Then, they chose which academic skill to practice since it is Free Choice Friday. After watching the morning announcements, we began MAP-R testing.
The MAP-R test is a the computer based, self-adjusting test, that is used to plan for and assess instruction. It is not reported on the report card.
After MAP-R, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, I had to visit with the orthopedic surgeon, so Mrs. Mullins-Mitchell spent the afternoon with the children, in my place.
They began with a writing lesson where they read and wrote poems using sensory details, personification, and/or alliteration.
After that, the children read more chapters in their book club books, completed their day 5 job, and met with their peers to discuss the text. Then, they did a project to learn about why we celebrate Memorial Day. Finally, they continued working on a Flocabulary lesson about the original 13 colonies.
The children ended their day in math. First, the worked on a warm up involving geometry and reviewed the homework from last night. Then, they completed the week 7 formative. This will be graded and returned on Tuesday. Finally, the continued to work on the Coordinate Plane Picture project.
Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend!
The MAP-R test is a the computer based, self-adjusting test, that is used to plan for and assess instruction. It is not reported on the report card.
After MAP-R, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, I had to visit with the orthopedic surgeon, so Mrs. Mullins-Mitchell spent the afternoon with the children, in my place.
They began with a writing lesson where they read and wrote poems using sensory details, personification, and/or alliteration.
After that, the children read more chapters in their book club books, completed their day 5 job, and met with their peers to discuss the text. Then, they did a project to learn about why we celebrate Memorial Day. Finally, they continued working on a Flocabulary lesson about the original 13 colonies.
The children ended their day in math. First, the worked on a warm up involving geometry and reviewed the homework from last night. Then, they completed the week 7 formative. This will be graded and returned on Tuesday. Finally, the continued to work on the Coordinate Plane Picture project.
Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend!
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Thrilling Thursday
This morning the students completed the Thursday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, contain. Then, they solved the weekly puzzles and posted their guesses in the comment section. After the announcements we switched for math.
Today, due to 3rd grade PARCC testing, we traded lunch and recess with 3rd grade. So, we had our entire math block prior to lunch and recess.
We began math with an error analysis warm up, and then we reviewed the homework from last night. After that, I introduced and reviewed a project that the students will work on over the next couple of days. They will create their own coordinate plane pictures.
Next, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we did some review of 4-digit by 2-digit division and adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students began working on the coordinate plane picture project. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then used the Coordinate Blendspace to practice plotting coordinates on a grid.
Math homework is posted in GC. We will have a formative tomorrow.
After math, we had a social studies lesson. As a whole group, we used several resources to examine how the early settlers of the New England colonies, adapted to and used the environment to survive.
Next, the children enjoyed outdoor recess and then lunch. After that, they went to music.
When they returned to class we are snack and began our literacy block with a writing lesson.
Yesterday we began a new unit about writing poetry. We began today by defining and explaining some poetic devices used by poets. Then, we read two poems that used personification. After that, the students chose a classroom object and did a Quick-Write, brainstorming how the object looks, feels, sounds, and smells, as well as, what it might do if it came to life.
After writing we began our independent work and guided reading block, but it was cut very short, due to the changes in our schedule earlier in the day.
While I met with reading groups the students completed the Thursday section of the reading skills practice sheet which dealt with identifying possible themes of text. After that, they completed the day 4 assignment (from yesterday) for their book clubs, and then met in their groups. Next, if they had not already done so, they watched the screen cast and completed the guided practice sheets for the writing skills lesson about using commas in letters. Finally, they worked on the Flocabulary lesson about the original 13 colonies. I will be grabbing a social studies grade off of the quiz given in the lesson.
Pink: We reviewed the Wednesday and Thursday sections of the reading skills practice sheet, since I did not meet with them yesterday. Wednesdayś section provided practice with making inferences and today´s worked on identifying the theme of text.
Today, due to 3rd grade PARCC testing, we traded lunch and recess with 3rd grade. So, we had our entire math block prior to lunch and recess.
We began math with an error analysis warm up, and then we reviewed the homework from last night. After that, I introduced and reviewed a project that the students will work on over the next couple of days. They will create their own coordinate plane pictures.
Next, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we did some review of 4-digit by 2-digit division and adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students began working on the coordinate plane picture project. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then used the Coordinate Blendspace to practice plotting coordinates on a grid.
Math homework is posted in GC. We will have a formative tomorrow.
After math, we had a social studies lesson. As a whole group, we used several resources to examine how the early settlers of the New England colonies, adapted to and used the environment to survive.
Next, the children enjoyed outdoor recess and then lunch. After that, they went to music.
When they returned to class we are snack and began our literacy block with a writing lesson.
Yesterday we began a new unit about writing poetry. We began today by defining and explaining some poetic devices used by poets. Then, we read two poems that used personification. After that, the students chose a classroom object and did a Quick-Write, brainstorming how the object looks, feels, sounds, and smells, as well as, what it might do if it came to life.
After writing we began our independent work and guided reading block, but it was cut very short, due to the changes in our schedule earlier in the day.
While I met with reading groups the students completed the Thursday section of the reading skills practice sheet which dealt with identifying possible themes of text. After that, they completed the day 4 assignment (from yesterday) for their book clubs, and then met in their groups. Next, if they had not already done so, they watched the screen cast and completed the guided practice sheets for the writing skills lesson about using commas in letters. Finally, they worked on the Flocabulary lesson about the original 13 colonies. I will be grabbing a social studies grade off of the quiz given in the lesson.
Pink: We reviewed the Wednesday and Thursday sections of the reading skills practice sheet, since I did not meet with them yesterday. Wednesdayś section provided practice with making inferences and today´s worked on identifying the theme of text.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday
This morning the students completed the Wednesday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, contain. Then, they played an online version of the game Hang Man. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a coordinate graphing warm up. Then, we reviewed the homework from last night. Next, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we practiced solving problems involving coordinate graphing. During math with a partner, the students played Battle Ship, using coordinates to try to sink each otherś fleet. Finally, during the technology portion, the children completed a session of Xtra Math and then used online links to practice coordinate graphing.
In between the second and third rotations, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our new writing unit which will focus on writing poetry. Today we got new writing partners. Then we discussed what makes a poem a poem. After that, we read a poem entitled, ¨Feeling Ill¨ and discussed sensory details used by the poet. Next, we did two Quick Writes, writing lines, beginning with verbs ending in -ing, to describe when we feel happy, and then wen we feel a different emotion of our choice. Finally, during writing time, the children wrote a poem with the title, Feeling ____(an emotion of their choice), and wrote lines beginning with verbs ending in -ing.
After writing, we began our reading and independent work block.
Students began by completing the Wednesday portion of the reading skills practice page. Then, they reread the article from guided reading groups yesterday and underlined 4 key details that supported the main idea. Next, the children completed the reading assignment, and their job, for day 4 of book clubs. After that, some students watched the screen cast and completed the guided practice pages for the lesson about using commas in letters. Those who had already done that, began working on a Flocabulary assignment about the 13 original colonies.
Guided Reading Groups:
Blue: We reviewed the Wednesday section of the reading skills practice page with provided practice with making inferences. Then, together, we reviewed the article about Helen Keller and wrote a main idea statement. After that, the students revisited the text to identify and write 4 key details that best support the main idea.
Green: We reviewed the Wednesday section of the reading skills practice page with provided practice with making inferences. Then, together, we reviewed the article about Lewis and Clark and wrote a main idea statement. Next, we began using topic sentences, from different paragraphs, to identify key details that explain or elaborate on the main idea.
We ended the day by enjoying the spring band and chorus concert!
Math began with a coordinate graphing warm up. Then, we reviewed the homework from last night. Next, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we practiced solving problems involving coordinate graphing. During math with a partner, the students played Battle Ship, using coordinates to try to sink each otherś fleet. Finally, during the technology portion, the children completed a session of Xtra Math and then used online links to practice coordinate graphing.
In between the second and third rotations, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our new writing unit which will focus on writing poetry. Today we got new writing partners. Then we discussed what makes a poem a poem. After that, we read a poem entitled, ¨Feeling Ill¨ and discussed sensory details used by the poet. Next, we did two Quick Writes, writing lines, beginning with verbs ending in -ing, to describe when we feel happy, and then wen we feel a different emotion of our choice. Finally, during writing time, the children wrote a poem with the title, Feeling ____(an emotion of their choice), and wrote lines beginning with verbs ending in -ing.
After writing, we began our reading and independent work block.
Students began by completing the Wednesday portion of the reading skills practice page. Then, they reread the article from guided reading groups yesterday and underlined 4 key details that supported the main idea. Next, the children completed the reading assignment, and their job, for day 4 of book clubs. After that, some students watched the screen cast and completed the guided practice pages for the lesson about using commas in letters. Those who had already done that, began working on a Flocabulary assignment about the 13 original colonies.
Guided Reading Groups:
Blue: We reviewed the Wednesday section of the reading skills practice page with provided practice with making inferences. Then, together, we reviewed the article about Helen Keller and wrote a main idea statement. After that, the students revisited the text to identify and write 4 key details that best support the main idea.
Green: We reviewed the Wednesday section of the reading skills practice page with provided practice with making inferences. Then, together, we reviewed the article about Lewis and Clark and wrote a main idea statement. Next, we began using topic sentences, from different paragraphs, to identify key details that explain or elaborate on the main idea.
We ended the day by enjoying the spring band and chorus concert!
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students completed the Tuesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, contain. Then they practiced their keyboarding skills using Typing Club. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a pattern based warm up. Then, we reviewed the homework from last night. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we used the Glencoe Virtual Manipulative site to solve mathematical problems by graphing points in the first quadrant of a coordinate plane. During math with a partner, the students worked together to create a picture by plotting coordinates on a grid, and then solved mathematical problems. Finally, during the technology portion the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced plotting and interpreting points plotted on a coordinate grid using links in the Blendspace in Google Classroom.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and indoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with writing. Today, the children worked on revising and publishing the final version of their game directions. Then, while we ate snack, some volunteers shared their writing.
Next, we began our reading and independent work block. First, the students completed the Tuesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet which focused on identifying text structure. After that, each guided reading group read an assigned non-fiction passage circling unknown words and writing a main idea sentence at the end. After that, students read the next chapters of their book club books, completed their job, and met with their group. Next, students completed the opinion paragraph about the movie/novel Shiloh and watched the screen cast about commas in letters, while completing the guided practice activities.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Lewis and Clark. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
Pink - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Lewis and Clark. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
Blue - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Helen Keller. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Math began with a pattern based warm up. Then, we reviewed the homework from last night. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we used the Glencoe Virtual Manipulative site to solve mathematical problems by graphing points in the first quadrant of a coordinate plane. During math with a partner, the students worked together to create a picture by plotting coordinates on a grid, and then solved mathematical problems. Finally, during the technology portion the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced plotting and interpreting points plotted on a coordinate grid using links in the Blendspace in Google Classroom.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and indoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with writing. Today, the children worked on revising and publishing the final version of their game directions. Then, while we ate snack, some volunteers shared their writing.
Next, we began our reading and independent work block. First, the students completed the Tuesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet which focused on identifying text structure. After that, each guided reading group read an assigned non-fiction passage circling unknown words and writing a main idea sentence at the end. After that, students read the next chapters of their book club books, completed their job, and met with their group. Next, students completed the opinion paragraph about the movie/novel Shiloh and watched the screen cast about commas in letters, while completing the guided practice activities.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Lewis and Clark. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
Pink - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Lewis and Clark. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
Blue - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, we identified and defined unknown words in the text about Helen Keller. After that, we reviewed how to use the title, first and last paragraphs, and repeated words and phrases to determine the main idea of the text.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Monday, May 21, 2018
Marvelous Monday
This morning the students commented about their weekend on our morning message. Then, they completed the Monday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our new word of the week, contain. After the announcements, they went to PE.
When they returned to class, they completed a Branches of Government sort.
Next, they enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, we began our literacy block with writing. First, we reviewed and discussed the grading tool I will use to assess their written game directions. Then, we reviewed using the modal auxiliaries can, may, and must, in their writing. Finally, we reviewed how to use their word bank booklet, dictionary.com, and their proofreading notes, to revise their game directions. During their writing time, the children worked with their partners to proofread, revise, and edit their game directions. Then, those who were ready, began drafting their final version.
Next, we moved onto the reading and independent work block. Today the students completed the Monday portion of their new reading skills practice sheet, which provided practice with identifying the main idea and supporting details in non-fiction text. Then, they read their new book club assignment, completed their job, and met with their group. After that, some students finished their Shiloh opinion paragraph, and others watched a screen cast, and did the guided practice activities, about using commas in letters.
After reading, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up involving the use of equivalent fractions and money to solve a word problem. Then, we watched a Learn Zillion lesson about coordinate graphing as a class. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson we practice plotting coordinates on a grid and then solving real-world problems involving by interpreting them. During math with a partner, the students created a picture on a grid by plotting coordinates, and then they answered mathematical questions based on their work. Finally, during the technology portion the children completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced plotting coordinates on a grid using online web sites on a Blendspace posted in GC.
Math homework is posted in GC.
When they returned to class, they completed a Branches of Government sort.
Next, they enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, we began our literacy block with writing. First, we reviewed and discussed the grading tool I will use to assess their written game directions. Then, we reviewed using the modal auxiliaries can, may, and must, in their writing. Finally, we reviewed how to use their word bank booklet, dictionary.com, and their proofreading notes, to revise their game directions. During their writing time, the children worked with their partners to proofread, revise, and edit their game directions. Then, those who were ready, began drafting their final version.
Next, we moved onto the reading and independent work block. Today the students completed the Monday portion of their new reading skills practice sheet, which provided practice with identifying the main idea and supporting details in non-fiction text. Then, they read their new book club assignment, completed their job, and met with their group. After that, some students finished their Shiloh opinion paragraph, and others watched a screen cast, and did the guided practice activities, about using commas in letters.
After reading, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up involving the use of equivalent fractions and money to solve a word problem. Then, we watched a Learn Zillion lesson about coordinate graphing as a class. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson we practice plotting coordinates on a grid and then solving real-world problems involving by interpreting them. During math with a partner, the students created a picture on a grid by plotting coordinates, and then they answered mathematical questions based on their work. Finally, during the technology portion the children completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced plotting coordinates on a grid using online web sites on a Blendspace posted in GC.
Math homework is posted in GC.
Friday, May 18, 2018
Fabulous Friday - Author Visit
This morning the students completed the Friday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, fortunate. Then they chose the academic skill they wanted to practice since it is Free Choice Friday. After watching the announcements, we went to an assembly.
Dave Roman, a published author and illustrator, visited our school and shared his passion for reading, writing, and art. We all enjoyed the wonderful presentation!
When we returned to class, we explored Mr. Romanś web site and began reading his online comic book.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and indoor recess.
After recess, Mr. Sarisohn was here, as I had to go back to the oral surgeon for a post-op check up.
First, the students had a writing lesson where they learned about using the modal auxiliaries can, must, and may, in functional writing. Next, they reviewed the various structures for informational text. After that, they worked independently to identify the text structure for various informational passages. They also had time to finish up work from earlier in the week. This included the week 4 formative comparing the point of view and perspective of two texts about the same topic, writing an opinion paragraph about whether they preferred the novel or the movie of Shiloh, and the Flocabulary assignment about the 3 branches of government.
The children ended their day in math. My math class began with a warm up and then they reviewed the homework from Wednesday night. After that, they took a formative covering the addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators. I will grade and return these on MONDAY. Finally, they completed a session of Xtra math and used online games to practice adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.
Have a great weekend!
Dave Roman, a published author and illustrator, visited our school and shared his passion for reading, writing, and art. We all enjoyed the wonderful presentation!
When we returned to class, we explored Mr. Romanś web site and began reading his online comic book.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and indoor recess.
After recess, Mr. Sarisohn was here, as I had to go back to the oral surgeon for a post-op check up.
First, the students had a writing lesson where they learned about using the modal auxiliaries can, must, and may, in functional writing. Next, they reviewed the various structures for informational text. After that, they worked independently to identify the text structure for various informational passages. They also had time to finish up work from earlier in the week. This included the week 4 formative comparing the point of view and perspective of two texts about the same topic, writing an opinion paragraph about whether they preferred the novel or the movie of Shiloh, and the Flocabulary assignment about the 3 branches of government.
The children ended their day in math. My math class began with a warm up and then they reviewed the homework from Wednesday night. After that, they took a formative covering the addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators. I will grade and return these on MONDAY. Finally, they completed a session of Xtra math and used online games to practice adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Thrilling Thursday - Instrumental Music Concerts
This morning the students completed the Thursday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, fortunate. Then, they went down to prepare for their first concert. I had the pleasure of watching this performance and it was fantastic!!
When they returned to class, we had time to play one of the Kahoot games that was created by students in our class. Then it was time for lunch and indoor recess.
After recess we began our literacy block with writing. First, the students and their partners, joined another group of partners to exchange directions and play one another´s game. As they followed the written directions, they provided feedback when something was unclear, inaccurate, or incomplete. Finally, students had time to revise their writing based on feedback given by their peers.
Next, we spent a lot of time with me introducing and reviewing procedures and expectations for book groups. Over the next few weeks, students will participate in a book club group reading and discussing a novel of their choosing. Today, the students received the packet where they will write down their assignments and complete their jobs for each session.
Then, the students went to music.
When they returned from music, they ate snack and met in their book club groups for the first time. During their first meeting they chose their job for the first assignment. Then, they read the first section of text, completed their assigned job, and met to discuss the text.
Finally, the students performed in their second concert of the day!
When they returned to class, we had time to play one of the Kahoot games that was created by students in our class. Then it was time for lunch and indoor recess.
After recess we began our literacy block with writing. First, the students and their partners, joined another group of partners to exchange directions and play one another´s game. As they followed the written directions, they provided feedback when something was unclear, inaccurate, or incomplete. Finally, students had time to revise their writing based on feedback given by their peers.
Next, we spent a lot of time with me introducing and reviewing procedures and expectations for book groups. Over the next few weeks, students will participate in a book club group reading and discussing a novel of their choosing. Today, the students received the packet where they will write down their assignments and complete their jobs for each session.
Then, the students went to music.
When they returned from music, they ate snack and met in their book club groups for the first time. During their first meeting they chose their job for the first assignment. Then, they read the first section of text, completed their assigned job, and met to discuss the text.
Finally, the students performed in their second concert of the day!
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday - Interim Reports
This morning the students watched a screen cast to learn about the author, Dave Roman, who will be visiting us Friday morning. Then, they completed the Wednesday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, fortunate. Next, those who had time, played an idiom hangman game online. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up involving common factors and multiples, and volume. Next, we reviewed the homework from last night. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson we solved word problems involving the addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a Four in a Row board game, similar to yesterday´s, but today they subtraction mixed numbers with unlike denominators. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then chose a game from the Blendspace to practice adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we read directions for the game,¨1,2,3 Dragon" and then students had a chance to play. After that, we discussed the accuracy and clarity of the directions. Next, the students read directions for the game, ¨Catching Stars,¨ and thought about the accuracy and clarity of them. Then, we discussed how they could be improved.
During writing time, the students finished drafting the directions for their game. Then, they reread and followed them to play their game (or act out playing it). Finally, they revised areas that needed to be more accurate and clear.
After eating snack we reviewed text structure in non-fiction text and then began the independent work and reading group portion of the literacy block. First, the children completed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, they read three short passages about exotic animals, and identified the text structures for each and responded to comprehension questions. After that, they completed the week 4 formative, comparing and contrasting two texts on the same topic. Next, they wrote an opinion paragraph identifying whether they preferred the movie or the novel of Shiloh.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
Pink - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
Blue - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
After our literacy block, we had a social studies lesson. First, we reviewed the 3 levels and 3 branches of government. After that, we learned about the responsibilities of the governor, lieutenant governor, comptroller, and treasurer of Maryland. Next, we defined and discussed Democratic principles and values. After that, the students worked in table groups to read, discuss, and understand one assigned article from the Maryland Declaration of Rights.
Math began with a warm up involving common factors and multiples, and volume. Next, we reviewed the homework from last night. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson we solved word problems involving the addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a Four in a Row board game, similar to yesterday´s, but today they subtraction mixed numbers with unlike denominators. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then chose a game from the Blendspace to practice adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we read directions for the game,¨1,2,3 Dragon" and then students had a chance to play. After that, we discussed the accuracy and clarity of the directions. Next, the students read directions for the game, ¨Catching Stars,¨ and thought about the accuracy and clarity of them. Then, we discussed how they could be improved.
During writing time, the students finished drafting the directions for their game. Then, they reread and followed them to play their game (or act out playing it). Finally, they revised areas that needed to be more accurate and clear.
After eating snack we reviewed text structure in non-fiction text and then began the independent work and reading group portion of the literacy block. First, the children completed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet. Then, they read three short passages about exotic animals, and identified the text structures for each and responded to comprehension questions. After that, they completed the week 4 formative, comparing and contrasting two texts on the same topic. Next, they wrote an opinion paragraph identifying whether they preferred the movie or the novel of Shiloh.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
Pink - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
Blue - We reviewed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills page which provided practice with making inferences. Then, we identified the text structure of the three short informational passages they read about exotic pets. Finally, we discussed comprehension questions associated with the reading.
After our literacy block, we had a social studies lesson. First, we reviewed the 3 levels and 3 branches of government. After that, we learned about the responsibilities of the governor, lieutenant governor, comptroller, and treasurer of Maryland. Next, we defined and discussed Democratic principles and values. After that, the students worked in table groups to read, discuss, and understand one assigned article from the Maryland Declaration of Rights.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students completed the Tuesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, fortunate. Then, they practiced their keyboarding skills using Typing Club. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a Roman Numeral warm up that quickly became a hot mess...I won´t lie!! Ha ha! Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we added and subtracted mixed numbers with different denominators, and wrote the answer in the simplest form. During math with a partner, the students played a Connect 4 board game involved the addition of mixed numbers with different denominators. Finally, during the technology portion the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced adding fractions with unlike denominators by choosing a game from the Blendspace.
On between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, the students worked with their partner to identify 2-3 games for which they might write directions. Next, we discussed things that should be thought about before determining which game they will choose. Finally, during writing time, the children worked with their partner to choose one game, discuss and agree upon the rules, if possible play a round or two of the game, and finally, write a draft of how to play it.
While we ate snack, we discussed how writing time went.
Next, we focused on reading and independent work. First, we reviewed the various non-fiction text structures and discussed when each might be used. Then, the students worked independently on the following tasks, while I met with guided reading groups.
To begin, the children completed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the new reading skills practice sheet. Then, they read 3 different pieces of non-fiction text and identified the structure of each. After that, they worked on the week 4 formative which compared and contrasted the point of view and perspective of 2 accounts of the same event. After that, they might have started working on an opinion paragraph about whether the movie or the novel of Shiloh was best, and why. Finally, they finished the Flocabulary assignment about the 3 branches of government.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
Pink - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
Blue - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Math began with a Roman Numeral warm up that quickly became a hot mess...I won´t lie!! Ha ha! Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we added and subtracted mixed numbers with different denominators, and wrote the answer in the simplest form. During math with a partner, the students played a Connect 4 board game involved the addition of mixed numbers with different denominators. Finally, during the technology portion the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then practiced adding fractions with unlike denominators by choosing a game from the Blendspace.
On between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, the students worked with their partner to identify 2-3 games for which they might write directions. Next, we discussed things that should be thought about before determining which game they will choose. Finally, during writing time, the children worked with their partner to choose one game, discuss and agree upon the rules, if possible play a round or two of the game, and finally, write a draft of how to play it.
While we ate snack, we discussed how writing time went.
Next, we focused on reading and independent work. First, we reviewed the various non-fiction text structures and discussed when each might be used. Then, the students worked independently on the following tasks, while I met with guided reading groups.
To begin, the children completed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the new reading skills practice sheet. Then, they read 3 different pieces of non-fiction text and identified the structure of each. After that, they worked on the week 4 formative which compared and contrasted the point of view and perspective of 2 accounts of the same event. After that, they might have started working on an opinion paragraph about whether the movie or the novel of Shiloh was best, and why. Finally, they finished the Flocabulary assignment about the 3 branches of government.
Guided Reading Groups:
Green - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
Pink - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
Blue - We reviewed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the reading skills practice page, which included identifying the main idea and supporting details, and identifying character traits based on a paragraph. Next, we reviewed the 3 text paragraphs and the structure of each. Finally, the students looked at four book talks of novel choices and selected a first and second choice of which they would like to read.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Monday, May 14, 2018
Marvelous Monday - Last Day of PARCC!
This morning the students commented about their weekend, on our morning message, and then completed the Monday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our new word of the week, fortunate. After the announcements, the students went to PE, due to a schedule change.
After PE, the children began a flocabulary lesson about the 3 Branches of government.
Then, they enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Next, the students took the fourth unit of the PARCC math test. For most, this was the final PARCC assessment for this school year!! Yippee!!
After testing, the children ate snack and took a break.
Then, we read about the 3 branches of government and compared and contrasted their roles and requirements. Next, we tested our new knowledge with a 3 Branches of Government Kahoot.
We ended the day by visiting Mrs. Shapot´s class to watch the film version of the novel, Shiloh. Then, we discussed the differences between the movie and the book.
After PE, the children began a flocabulary lesson about the 3 Branches of government.
Then, they enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Next, the students took the fourth unit of the PARCC math test. For most, this was the final PARCC assessment for this school year!! Yippee!!
After testing, the children ate snack and took a break.
Then, we read about the 3 branches of government and compared and contrasted their roles and requirements. Next, we tested our new knowledge with a 3 Branches of Government Kahoot.
We ended the day by visiting Mrs. Shapot´s class to watch the film version of the novel, Shiloh. Then, we discussed the differences between the movie and the book.
Friday, May 11, 2018
Fabulous Friday - Math PARCC continues!
This morning the students completed the Friday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, furious. Then, they got to choose which academic skill to practice, wince it is Free Choice Friday. After watching the announcements we began our literacy block, since we will cover math during PARCC testing, later today.
We began by reviewing perspective and point of view. Then, the students worked on unfinished work, including the Shiloh culminating activities, the proper noun and proper adjective worksheet, and the text and questions about the role of the governor. Those who were already caught up, created a character selfie, using a character from the book, Memoirs of a Goldfish, demonstrating the understanding of the perspective of the character during an important event in the story.
During this time, I pulled a group of students who struggled with the proper nouns and proper adjectives worksheet to do a reteaching lesson.
Next, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, we continued with our PARCC math testing. Today we only took one unit. We will finish the PARCC math on Monday. This will also conclude all PARCC testing for fourth grade this year! Woo Hoo!
After testing we ate snack, took a break, and worked on a small project.
Then, to end the day, band students had practice with Mr. Gillenwater, and the ten students who were left behind with played, played Kahoot.
We began by reviewing perspective and point of view. Then, the students worked on unfinished work, including the Shiloh culminating activities, the proper noun and proper adjective worksheet, and the text and questions about the role of the governor. Those who were already caught up, created a character selfie, using a character from the book, Memoirs of a Goldfish, demonstrating the understanding of the perspective of the character during an important event in the story.
During this time, I pulled a group of students who struggled with the proper nouns and proper adjectives worksheet to do a reteaching lesson.
Next, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, we continued with our PARCC math testing. Today we only took one unit. We will finish the PARCC math on Monday. This will also conclude all PARCC testing for fourth grade this year! Woo Hoo!
After testing we ate snack, took a break, and worked on a small project.
Then, to end the day, band students had practice with Mr. Gillenwater, and the ten students who were left behind with played, played Kahoot.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Thrilling Thursday - PARCC Math Begins!
This morning the students completed the Thursday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, furious. Then, they viewed this week´s puzzles and posted their guesses in the comment section. After the announcements, we did NOT switch for math.
Since we will be doing math during PARCC testing, today, tomorrow, and Monday, we will not be switching for math class until next Tuesday.
So, many students went to string instrumental music practice, right after the announcements. Those who stayed in class worked on unfinished work. This included completing the Shiloh culminating activities (two of them), re-watching the proper noun and proper adjective screen cast and completing the practice worksheet, and reading and responding to questions about the role of the governor.
Next, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess the students took two units of the Math PARCC testing with a 15 minute snack break in between.
After testing, the students ended their day in music.
Since we will be doing math during PARCC testing, today, tomorrow, and Monday, we will not be switching for math class until next Tuesday.
So, many students went to string instrumental music practice, right after the announcements. Those who stayed in class worked on unfinished work. This included completing the Shiloh culminating activities (two of them), re-watching the proper noun and proper adjective screen cast and completing the practice worksheet, and reading and responding to questions about the role of the governor.
Next, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess the students took two units of the Math PARCC testing with a 15 minute snack break in between.
After testing, the students ended their day in music.
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday
This morning the students completed the Wednesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, furious. Then, they practiced generating different parts of speech as they played an online game similar to Mad Libs. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a Challenge 24 warm up. Then we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we practiced subtracting fractions from whole numbers and fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students used playing cards to create fractions and then subtracted them. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math. Then, they chose between practicing for PARCC using the online tools, or adding fractions with unlike denominators, using online games.
In between the second and third rotations, the children enjoyed lunch and recess.
There is no math homework since I will not be seeing my math class until next Tuesday (due to PARCC testing).
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we reviewed what we need to think about when writing good directions. Then, the students brainstormed a list of games they know how to play. After that, we compiled a class list. Next, as a class, we wrote good directions for playing Tic-Tac-Toe. Then, we compared our directions to another set and noticed how we could improve on ours. Finally, the students used their writing time to write a set of directions for a game they know how to play.
After writing we began the reading portion of our literacy block. First, we played a game of Kahoot to review 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person points of view. Then, we listened to the story, Memoirs of a Goldfish, and discussed the point of view in which the story is told and the varying perspectives.
Next, while I met with guided reading groups, the students worked independently on the following tasks. First, they completed the Friday portion of last week´s reading skills paper. Then, they read two short stories and identified who was telling each, which point of view it was told in, and evidence supporting their thinking. After that, they continued working on the 2 culminating tasks for Shiloh. Finally, those who had time, re-watched the proper noun and proper adjective screen cast, and completed the follow up worksheet.
ALL 3 Reading Groups:
We reviewed the Friday section of the reading skills page from last week which focused on text features. Then we discussed the point of view and perspectives of the characters in the two short stories the children read independently.
We ended the day by continuing our study of the Maryland State Government. Students read text about the role of the Governor and answered questions. Then, they used a Blendspace to use online links to further explore both the Maryland and Federal governments.
Math began with a Challenge 24 warm up. Then we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction, we practiced subtracting fractions from whole numbers and fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students used playing cards to create fractions and then subtracted them. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math. Then, they chose between practicing for PARCC using the online tools, or adding fractions with unlike denominators, using online games.
In between the second and third rotations, the children enjoyed lunch and recess.
There is no math homework since I will not be seeing my math class until next Tuesday (due to PARCC testing).
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we reviewed what we need to think about when writing good directions. Then, the students brainstormed a list of games they know how to play. After that, we compiled a class list. Next, as a class, we wrote good directions for playing Tic-Tac-Toe. Then, we compared our directions to another set and noticed how we could improve on ours. Finally, the students used their writing time to write a set of directions for a game they know how to play.
After writing we began the reading portion of our literacy block. First, we played a game of Kahoot to review 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person points of view. Then, we listened to the story, Memoirs of a Goldfish, and discussed the point of view in which the story is told and the varying perspectives.
Next, while I met with guided reading groups, the students worked independently on the following tasks. First, they completed the Friday portion of last week´s reading skills paper. Then, they read two short stories and identified who was telling each, which point of view it was told in, and evidence supporting their thinking. After that, they continued working on the 2 culminating tasks for Shiloh. Finally, those who had time, re-watched the proper noun and proper adjective screen cast, and completed the follow up worksheet.
ALL 3 Reading Groups:
We reviewed the Friday section of the reading skills page from last week which focused on text features. Then we discussed the point of view and perspectives of the characters in the two short stories the children read independently.
We ended the day by continuing our study of the Maryland State Government. Students read text about the role of the Governor and answered questions. Then, they used a Blendspace to use online links to further explore both the Maryland and Federal governments.
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students completed the Tuesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, furious. Then, they ussed Typing Club to practice their keyboarding skills. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a fraction and logic based warm up. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson the students used the LCM to create equivalent fractions in order to solve word problem involving the addition or subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a dice game to identify the LCM of numbers. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then worked their way through a practice math PARCC assessment, focusing on using the tools.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and recess.
After recess, Mr. Sarisohn spent the remainder of the day with the students while I went to get a dental implant...lucky me!
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, the students began the literacy block with a writing lesson. After analyzing a set of game directions, they played a card game called Authors. Then, they practiced writing directions to a game they know how to play.
Next, they moved on to the reading portion of the literacy block. First, they reviewed the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, they listened to a story and identified both.
While Mr. Sarisohn met with reading groups, the students worked independently on the following tasks. First, the completed the Thursday section of last week's reading skills practice sheet. Then, they rewatched the story and completed a chart listing evidence from the story supporting the point of view and the perspective. After that, they chose, and completed, two culminating activities for the novel, Shiloh. Finally, those who had enough time, rewatched the screencast about proper nouns and proper adjectives and completed a practice sheet.
During guided reading groups, all groups reviewed the Thursday section of last week's reading skills practice sheet. Then, they all discussed the text evidence supporting point of view and perspective.
The children ended their day in art.
Math began with a fraction and logic based warm up. Then, we began our rotations.
During the small group lesson the students used the LCM to create equivalent fractions in order to solve word problem involving the addition or subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a dice game to identify the LCM of numbers. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then worked their way through a practice math PARCC assessment, focusing on using the tools.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and recess.
After recess, Mr. Sarisohn spent the remainder of the day with the students while I went to get a dental implant...lucky me!
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math, the students began the literacy block with a writing lesson. After analyzing a set of game directions, they played a card game called Authors. Then, they practiced writing directions to a game they know how to play.
Next, they moved on to the reading portion of the literacy block. First, they reviewed the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, they listened to a story and identified both.
While Mr. Sarisohn met with reading groups, the students worked independently on the following tasks. First, the completed the Thursday section of last week's reading skills practice sheet. Then, they rewatched the story and completed a chart listing evidence from the story supporting the point of view and the perspective. After that, they chose, and completed, two culminating activities for the novel, Shiloh. Finally, those who had enough time, rewatched the screencast about proper nouns and proper adjectives and completed a practice sheet.
During guided reading groups, all groups reviewed the Thursday section of last week's reading skills practice sheet. Then, they all discussed the text evidence supporting point of view and perspective.
The children ended their day in art.
Monday, May 7, 2018
Marvelous Monday - Final Reading/LA PARCC
This morning the students commented on the morning message about their weekend and then completed the Monday section of the vocabulary sheet for our new word of the week, furious. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up reviewing area, perimeter, and angle measurements. After that, the students worked their way through another scavenger hunt, reviewing fourth grade math concepts that might be on PARCC.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students took the fourth, and final, unit of the Reading/Language Arts PARCC test. Testing will resume Thursday with math.
After the test, the students ate snack and then went to PE.
When they returned to class, after PE, they children got into groups of 3 and sorted some task cards according to whether they thought the tasks were duties of the governor of Maryland, or not. Finally, we reviewed each item and identified it as a responsibility of the governor, or of another branch of the Maryland state government.
Math began with a warm up reviewing area, perimeter, and angle measurements. After that, the students worked their way through another scavenger hunt, reviewing fourth grade math concepts that might be on PARCC.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students took the fourth, and final, unit of the Reading/Language Arts PARCC test. Testing will resume Thursday with math.
After the test, the students ate snack and then went to PE.
When they returned to class, after PE, they children got into groups of 3 and sorted some task cards according to whether they thought the tasks were duties of the governor of Maryland, or not. Finally, we reviewed each item and identified it as a responsibility of the governor, or of another branch of the Maryland state government.
Friday, May 4, 2018
Fabulous Friday - PARCC continues
This morning the students completed the Friday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary. The, they chose which academic skill they wished to practice since it is "Free Choice Friday". After watching the morning announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up providing practice with multiplication and fraction identification. After that, we continued playing the game from yesterday, called Fraction Arrangements. The students choose five number cards and then use four of them to create 2 fractions that when computed gets close to a target amount. This involved many important skills including mental computation of fractions, creating equivalent fractions to add or subtract fractions, comparing fractions to target numbers, and reasoning.
Next, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
When the children returned from recess we took the third part of the reading/language arts PAARC. Once everyone was done, they ate snack.
After that, we played a couple of games of Kahoot to review the book Shiloh.
Then, we went over the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary, and solved the weekly puzzles.
While most of the class went to instrumental music practice, those left behind [played 2 Kahoot games to prepare for the PARCC math tests.
Math began with a warm up providing practice with multiplication and fraction identification. After that, we continued playing the game from yesterday, called Fraction Arrangements. The students choose five number cards and then use four of them to create 2 fractions that when computed gets close to a target amount. This involved many important skills including mental computation of fractions, creating equivalent fractions to add or subtract fractions, comparing fractions to target numbers, and reasoning.
Next, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
When the children returned from recess we took the third part of the reading/language arts PAARC. Once everyone was done, they ate snack.
After that, we played a couple of games of Kahoot to review the book Shiloh.
Then, we went over the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary, and solved the weekly puzzles.
While most of the class went to instrumental music practice, those left behind [played 2 Kahoot games to prepare for the PARCC math tests.
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Thrilling Thursday...PARCC continues!
This morning the students completed the Thursday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary. Then, they looked at our weekly puzzles and posted their guesses in the comment section. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Today's math block was shortened due to PARCC testing AND we had many students missing due to strings practice.
We did begin with a warm up involving adding and subtracting mixed numbers using a number line. Then, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, I introduced and modeled a game called Fraction Arrangements. The students choose five number cards and then use four of them to create 2 fractions that when computed gets close to a target amount. This involved many important skills including mental computation of fractions, creating equivalent fractions to add or subtract fractions, comparing fractions to target numbers, and reasoning.
After math, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
When the children returned from recess we took the second part of the reading/language arts PAARC. Once everyone was done, they ate snack.
Next, they went to music.
After music we finished reading Shiloh. Then we had a special treat. A first grader, one of our classmate's brother, came and read the book, Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!, to us.
Today's math block was shortened due to PARCC testing AND we had many students missing due to strings practice.
We did begin with a warm up involving adding and subtracting mixed numbers using a number line. Then, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, I introduced and modeled a game called Fraction Arrangements. The students choose five number cards and then use four of them to create 2 fractions that when computed gets close to a target amount. This involved many important skills including mental computation of fractions, creating equivalent fractions to add or subtract fractions, comparing fractions to target numbers, and reasoning.
After math, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
When the children returned from recess we took the second part of the reading/language arts PAARC. Once everyone was done, they ate snack.
Next, they went to music.
After music we finished reading Shiloh. Then we had a special treat. A first grader, one of our classmate's brother, came and read the book, Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!, to us.
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday
This morning the students completed the Wednesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary. After that, they practiced generating different parts of speech while playing an online game similar to Mad Libs. After the morning announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up requiring the children to create 5 different equations that equal 45.6. Then, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we completed a graded exit card to assess how well they can use equivalent fractions to add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a game using dice to generate numbers and then determined the LCM of both. Finally, during the technology rotations, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then played an online game either calculating the LCM of two numbers or working on a place value activity in preparation for PARCC.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we reviewed the "writing good directions" chart we began last week. Then, we read through a new set of directions for drawing a cartoon character and discussed the sequence. After that, the children reread the directions they wrote yesterday, asking themselves if the sequence makes sense. Next, the students exchanged directions, with their writing partner, and attempted to use their partner's directions to draw the cartoon character they created. As they followed the written directions, they provided oral feedback to their partner. Finally, the students used their silent writing time to revise their directions based on the feedback they received from their partner.
After writing, we read and discussed chapters 12 and 13 of Shiloh.
Then the students worked independently. First, the completed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills paper which focuses on making inferences. Next, they took a comprehension quiz on chapters 11 and 12 of Shiloh. After that, they wrote a summary of chapter 13. Next, they watched the screen cast for the Proper Nouns, Proper adjectives and Address Titles and completed the guided practice. Those who had extra time worked on completing the Current Electricity Flocabulary lesson.
We ended the day with a science lesson. First, we reviewed important vocabulary. Then, we watched electrostatic energy light up a bulb. Finally, the students worked in small groups to create a circuit that lit up a light bulb.
Math began with a warm up requiring the children to create 5 different equations that equal 45.6. Then, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we completed a graded exit card to assess how well they can use equivalent fractions to add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators. During math with a partner, the students played a game using dice to generate numbers and then determined the LCM of both. Finally, during the technology rotations, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then played an online game either calculating the LCM of two numbers or working on a place value activity in preparation for PARCC.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. First, we reviewed the "writing good directions" chart we began last week. Then, we read through a new set of directions for drawing a cartoon character and discussed the sequence. After that, the children reread the directions they wrote yesterday, asking themselves if the sequence makes sense. Next, the students exchanged directions, with their writing partner, and attempted to use their partner's directions to draw the cartoon character they created. As they followed the written directions, they provided oral feedback to their partner. Finally, the students used their silent writing time to revise their directions based on the feedback they received from their partner.
After writing, we read and discussed chapters 12 and 13 of Shiloh.
Then the students worked independently. First, the completed the Wednesday portion of the reading skills paper which focuses on making inferences. Next, they took a comprehension quiz on chapters 11 and 12 of Shiloh. After that, they wrote a summary of chapter 13. Next, they watched the screen cast for the Proper Nouns, Proper adjectives and Address Titles and completed the guided practice. Those who had extra time worked on completing the Current Electricity Flocabulary lesson.
We ended the day with a science lesson. First, we reviewed important vocabulary. Then, we watched electrostatic energy light up a bulb. Finally, the students worked in small groups to create a circuit that lit up a light bulb.
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the children completed the Tuesday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, temporary. Then, they practiced their keyboarding skills using Typing Club. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up involving finding the least common multiple of two numbers. Next, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we practiced find the LCM (least common multiple) of 2 and 3 numbers. During math with a partner, the students played a board game providing practice in simplifying and comparing fractions. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then played an online game to practice finding the LCM.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. I drew a spider cartoon character and then, together as a class, we wrote out step-by-step directions for how to draw it. After that, the students used resources from earlier in the unit to create and draw 2-3 cartoon characters. Then, they chose one and wrote out clear, sequential directions for how to draw it.
Next, we ate snack and read, and discussed, chapters 10 and 11 of Shiloh. Our discourse focused on honesty and the fall-out from Marty's lies.
Then, the children worked independently, while I met with guided reading groups. First, the completed the Tuesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet which focused on point of view and perspective. Then, the children completed a comprehension quiz for chapters 9 and 10 of Shiloh. After that, they wrote a summary for chapter 11. Finally, the children watched a screen cast lesson about capitalizing proper nouns, proper adjectives, and address titles, and completed a guided practice worksheet as they watched.
Guided Reading Groups:
Blue: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, we discussed the different perspectives of 2 characters about the same event. After that, we reviewed chapter 11 of Shiloh and discussed how to narrow down the events into a 5 sentence summary.
Green: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, students shared their chapter 11 summaries and we praised (said what was good) and polished (suggested changes) each.
Pink: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, students shared their chapter 11 summaries and we praised (said what was good) and polished (suggested changes) each.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Math began with a warm up involving finding the least common multiple of two numbers. Next, we reviewed last night's homework. After that, we began our rotations.
During the small group instruction we practiced find the LCM (least common multiple) of 2 and 3 numbers. During math with a partner, the students played a board game providing practice in simplifying and comparing fractions. Finally, during the technology portion, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then played an online game to practice finding the LCM.
In between the second and third rotations, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
Math homework is posted in GC.
After math we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. I drew a spider cartoon character and then, together as a class, we wrote out step-by-step directions for how to draw it. After that, the students used resources from earlier in the unit to create and draw 2-3 cartoon characters. Then, they chose one and wrote out clear, sequential directions for how to draw it.
Next, we ate snack and read, and discussed, chapters 10 and 11 of Shiloh. Our discourse focused on honesty and the fall-out from Marty's lies.
Then, the children worked independently, while I met with guided reading groups. First, the completed the Tuesday portion of the reading skills practice sheet which focused on point of view and perspective. Then, the children completed a comprehension quiz for chapters 9 and 10 of Shiloh. After that, they wrote a summary for chapter 11. Finally, the children watched a screen cast lesson about capitalizing proper nouns, proper adjectives, and address titles, and completed a guided practice worksheet as they watched.
Guided Reading Groups:
Blue: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, we discussed the different perspectives of 2 characters about the same event. After that, we reviewed chapter 11 of Shiloh and discussed how to narrow down the events into a 5 sentence summary.
Green: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, students shared their chapter 11 summaries and we praised (said what was good) and polished (suggested changes) each.
Pink: Using the reading skills practice sheet we determined the difference between point of view and perspective. Then, students shared their chapter 11 summaries and we praised (said what was good) and polished (suggested changes) each.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
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