This morning the students worked on solving our weekly puzzles. After the announcements, we switched for math.
We began math with a session of Xtra Math. Then, the children worked on solving a Math Mystery.
We also participated in an earthquake and sever weather practice drill.
After enjoying lunch and outdoor recess, the children will spend the rest of the day with Mrs. Mullins-Mitchell as their substitute. I will be attending my own son's Fifth grade promotion assembly.
The math students will finish their Math Mystery task and then choose links from GC - Math to practice skills we learned this year.
After math, my homeroom will finish reading their book club books, complete their day 10 job, and then meet with their group to discuss their book.
Then, they will go to music.
After music, the will participate in an Escape Room focusing on reading skills.
I will be back for our last day, an early dismissal, tomorrow.
Thursday, June 14, 2018
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Wonderful Wednesday
This morning the students continued working o the Google Slides of the ABCs of Fourth Grade and the brochures for Fly Up Day this afternoon. Then, after the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with students completing a session of Xtra Math. After that, they worked on a Math Mystery challenge activity.
After enjoying lunch and indoor recess, we played Kahoot reviewing 4th and 5th grade math skills.
Then, my homeroom had time to complete their ABCs of Fourth grade and the brochures for Fly Up Day. Those who were done, helped me clean and organize the room.
Next, we ate snack and watched more Teach the Teacher presentations.
After that, Mrs. Tibbs' third grade came to visit us for Fly Up Day and we shared our ABCs of Fourth grade presentations, and our brochures with them, as we told them all about 4th grade.
We ended the day with our final Teach the Teacher presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed ALL presentations!!
Math began with students completing a session of Xtra Math. After that, they worked on a Math Mystery challenge activity.
After enjoying lunch and indoor recess, we played Kahoot reviewing 4th and 5th grade math skills.
Then, my homeroom had time to complete their ABCs of Fourth grade and the brochures for Fly Up Day. Those who were done, helped me clean and organize the room.
Next, we ate snack and watched more Teach the Teacher presentations.
After that, Mrs. Tibbs' third grade came to visit us for Fly Up Day and we shared our ABCs of Fourth grade presentations, and our brochures with them, as we told them all about 4th grade.
We ended the day with our final Teach the Teacher presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed ALL presentations!!
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students worked on their ABCs of Fourth Grade and the Welcome to Fourth Grade brochure for Fly Up Day. Those who were finished practiced keyboarding using Typing Club. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Today was a fun and exciting day in math...we did a math based Escape Room!! Then we played a quick game of Kahoot.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then we played a 5th grade math review game of Kahoot.
Before going to Fly Up day to hear about fifth grade from Mrs. Eckert, we reviewed who was missing work and the children had a bit of time to catch up. Then, they visited fifth grade and, after that, they heard about the Montgomery County Public Library's summer reading program, in the media center with Mrs. Alapati.
When we finally returned to class we ate snack and continued enjoying the Teach the Teachers presentations.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Today was a fun and exciting day in math...we did a math based Escape Room!! Then we played a quick game of Kahoot.
Then, the children enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then we played a 5th grade math review game of Kahoot.
Before going to Fly Up day to hear about fifth grade from Mrs. Eckert, we reviewed who was missing work and the children had a bit of time to catch up. Then, they visited fifth grade and, after that, they heard about the Montgomery County Public Library's summer reading program, in the media center with Mrs. Alapati.
When we finally returned to class we ate snack and continued enjoying the Teach the Teachers presentations.
The students ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Monday, June 11, 2018
Marvelous Monday
It is so hard to believe that the last week of the school year has arrived. While I am looking forward to summer, I hope that his week doesn't go too quickly.
This morning the students had a chance to work on the ABC's of Fourth Grade and the Fourth grade brochure, both for Fly Up Day tomorrow. Then, after the announcements, we switched for math.
First, the children completed a session of Xtra Math. After that, we worked on a math project. The students designed a carousel that fit certain requirements which included seating 50 people at a time, and making at least $500 each day.
After enjoying lunch and indoor recess, the students continued working on the carousel project. At the end of math, we reviewed how to calculate whether $500 was a reasonable amount of money to make each day and the minimum number of people to ride each time, to earn $500.
After math, we reviewed last week's word of the week, indicate, and last week's puzzles. Then, we began sharing our Teach the Teacher projects.
In between sharing lessons, we had PE, in the classroom with Mr. Smith, and ate snack.
This morning the students had a chance to work on the ABC's of Fourth Grade and the Fourth grade brochure, both for Fly Up Day tomorrow. Then, after the announcements, we switched for math.
First, the children completed a session of Xtra Math. After that, we worked on a math project. The students designed a carousel that fit certain requirements which included seating 50 people at a time, and making at least $500 each day.
After enjoying lunch and indoor recess, the students continued working on the carousel project. At the end of math, we reviewed how to calculate whether $500 was a reasonable amount of money to make each day and the minimum number of people to ride each time, to earn $500.
After math, we reviewed last week's word of the week, indicate, and last week's puzzles. Then, we began sharing our Teach the Teacher projects.
In between sharing lessons, we had PE, in the classroom with Mr. Smith, and ate snack.
Friday, June 8, 2018
Fabulous Friday
This morning the children completed the Friday portion of their vocabulary sheet for our word for the week, indicate. Then, they chose which academic skill they wished to work on, since it is Free Choice Friday. After watching the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a session of Xtra Math as our warm up. Then, we began working on a math project by planning a party.
After enjoying lunch and outdoor recess, the students continued working on the party planning project.
I had to leave early today to be a mommy and help with my son's end of the year 5th grade party. SO, Mrs. M&M was here, in my place, this afternoon.
After math, the students will revise, edit, and publish the final draft of their poem.
Next, during the independent work block, they will complete the day 9 reading and job for their book clubs and then meet to discuss this section. After that, they will complete any unfinished work, including the using commas in letters practice sheet and the social studies quiz about the original 13 colonies. Then, they will work on a pamphlet, about 4th grade, to give to the rising fourth graders on Fly Up Day next Tuesday.
At the end of the day, the children will work on a class book, using Google Slides, called the ABC's of Fourth Grade. This presentation will be shown to the rising fourth graders on Tuesday. Each student, in my current class, has been assigned a letter. They will describe one aspect of 4th grade that begins with that letter and also create a Powtoon to go with it.
Math began with a session of Xtra Math as our warm up. Then, we began working on a math project by planning a party.
After enjoying lunch and outdoor recess, the students continued working on the party planning project.
I had to leave early today to be a mommy and help with my son's end of the year 5th grade party. SO, Mrs. M&M was here, in my place, this afternoon.
After math, the students will revise, edit, and publish the final draft of their poem.
Next, during the independent work block, they will complete the day 9 reading and job for their book clubs and then meet to discuss this section. After that, they will complete any unfinished work, including the using commas in letters practice sheet and the social studies quiz about the original 13 colonies. Then, they will work on a pamphlet, about 4th grade, to give to the rising fourth graders on Fly Up Day next Tuesday.
At the end of the day, the children will work on a class book, using Google Slides, called the ABC's of Fourth Grade. This presentation will be shown to the rising fourth graders on Tuesday. Each student, in my current class, has been assigned a letter. They will describe one aspect of 4th grade that begins with that letter and also create a Powtoon to go with it.
Thursday, June 7, 2018
Thrilling Thursday
I did not post yesterday since it was WIMS Day.
This morning the students completed the Thursday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, indicate. Then, they worked on solving our weekly puzzles. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with some classifying quadrilateral Kahoots to review and prepare for our formative. Then, we took the week 8 formative. This has been graded and returned to students.
After enjoying lunch and recess, the students took one last quadrilateral formative. These, too, have been graded and returned to students.
There is no math homework posted in GC this evening.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. Today, we explored the way poets used and broke the rules for capitalization and punctuation. Then, the students looked over their own draft and identified which rules they followed and which they broke, and their reasons why they did so.
Next, the children went to music.
When they returned, they ate snack and worked on their independent work. First, they had to complete their week 8 formative comparing two accounts on the same topic. These were due today. After that, they worked on their day 8 book club assignments and met with their groups. Next, they finished their commas in letters practice sheets, using the screen cast, and their social studies quiz using the linkes posted in GC- Social Studies.
We ended the day by discussing preparations for Fly Up day when they get the chance to tell the rising fourth graders (current third graders) about 4th grade.
This morning the students completed the Thursday section of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, indicate. Then, they worked on solving our weekly puzzles. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with some classifying quadrilateral Kahoots to review and prepare for our formative. Then, we took the week 8 formative. This has been graded and returned to students.
After enjoying lunch and recess, the students took one last quadrilateral formative. These, too, have been graded and returned to students.
There is no math homework posted in GC this evening.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. Today, we explored the way poets used and broke the rules for capitalization and punctuation. Then, the students looked over their own draft and identified which rules they followed and which they broke, and their reasons why they did so.
Next, the children went to music.
When they returned, they ate snack and worked on their independent work. First, they had to complete their week 8 formative comparing two accounts on the same topic. These were due today. After that, they worked on their day 8 book club assignments and met with their groups. Next, they finished their commas in letters practice sheets, using the screen cast, and their social studies quiz using the linkes posted in GC- Social Studies.
We ended the day by discussing preparations for Fly Up day when they get the chance to tell the rising fourth graders (current third graders) about 4th grade.
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Terrific Tuesday
This morning the students completed the Monday and Tuesday sections of the vocabulary sheet for our new, and final, word of the week, indicate. After that, they practiced their keyboarding skills using Typing Club, read quietly, or worked on their "Teach the Teacher" project. After the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up involving understanding the multiples of 11. After that, the students took the final MCPS required math assessment. This is not a grade that is entered into the grade book, but it is mandatory to administer the task.
During the math block, students took a break to enjoy lunch and outdoor recess.
WHen they returned to math class, they finished the MCPS required task, completed a session of Xtra Math , and then chose an online site, linked in GC, to practice any math skill.
NO MATH HOMEWORK tonight or tomorrow night.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson.
Today the students reviewed all of their poetry drafts and selected one to revise and publish. Then, as a class, we used our notes about poetry chart, and created the grading rubric which I will use to score their published poems. Next, the students marked places in their draft where they could revise during writing time today. After that, they had 20 minutes of silent writing time to revise and edit their poem.
After writing, we ate snack and reviewed how to compare first and second hand accounts of the same event or topic using two paragraphs.
Then, the students compared two accounts of the Civil War. After that, they completed their Day 7 assignments for their book clubs. Next, they used the screen cast to complete the using commas in letters task. Finally, they used multiple links provided in GC - Social Studies to finish a quiz on the original 13 colonies focusing on economics and geography.
The children ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Math began with a warm up involving understanding the multiples of 11. After that, the students took the final MCPS required math assessment. This is not a grade that is entered into the grade book, but it is mandatory to administer the task.
During the math block, students took a break to enjoy lunch and outdoor recess.
WHen they returned to math class, they finished the MCPS required task, completed a session of Xtra Math , and then chose an online site, linked in GC, to practice any math skill.
NO MATH HOMEWORK tonight or tomorrow night.
After math, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson.
Today the students reviewed all of their poetry drafts and selected one to revise and publish. Then, as a class, we used our notes about poetry chart, and created the grading rubric which I will use to score their published poems. Next, the students marked places in their draft where they could revise during writing time today. After that, they had 20 minutes of silent writing time to revise and edit their poem.
After writing, we ate snack and reviewed how to compare first and second hand accounts of the same event or topic using two paragraphs.
Then, the students compared two accounts of the Civil War. After that, they completed their Day 7 assignments for their book clubs. Next, they used the screen cast to complete the using commas in letters task. Finally, they used multiple links provided in GC - Social Studies to finish a quiz on the original 13 colonies focusing on economics and geography.
The children ended their day in art with Mrs. Daniell.
Friday, June 1, 2018
Fabulous Friday
This morning the students completed the Friday portion of the vocabulary sheet for our word of the week, annual. Then, they chose which academic skill to practice since it is Free Choice Friday. After watching the announcements, we switched for math.
Math began with a warm up focusing on the classification of quadrilaterals. Then, we went over last night's homework. Next, we played several Kahoots to reinforce and practice using characteristics of sides and angles to classify quadrilaterals.
Then, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then we finished the quadrilaterals Kahoot.
Once we switched back to homerooms, we reviewed the word of the week and our weekly puzzles. Then, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. We read a poem comparing a cow to a mountain and discussed how poets use similes to paint a picture in the reader's mind. Then, we created a class list of similes comparing the movement of an animal to something unrelated. After that, the students wrote poems, including at least one simile comparing the movement of an animal. Finally, volunteers shared their writing.
After writing, we reviewed the difference between first and second hand accounts of an event or topic and focused on the characteristics of each. Then, while I met with guided reading groups, the students worked independently.
First, they read two accounts of the astronauts landing on the moon and identified which was a first hand account and which was second. Then, they identified how the two articles were similar and different. After that, they caught up with their book club assignments and met in groups. Next, the students re-watched the commas in letters screen cast and completed a graded practice sheet. Finally, they used the many links available in GC - Social Studies to complete an open note quiz about the 13 Colonies.
I met with all 3 reading groups. In each group we...
identified what was the same about both accounts and what was different. Then, I modeled and "thought out loud" as I drafter a 2 paragraph written response comparing and contrasting the two texts about astronauts landing on the moon. Finally, each students shared one new thing they learned in group today.
Math began with a warm up focusing on the classification of quadrilaterals. Then, we went over last night's homework. Next, we played several Kahoots to reinforce and practice using characteristics of sides and angles to classify quadrilaterals.
Then, the students enjoyed lunch and outdoor recess.
After recess, the students completed a session of Xtra Math and then we finished the quadrilaterals Kahoot.
Once we switched back to homerooms, we reviewed the word of the week and our weekly puzzles. Then, we began our literacy block with a writing lesson. We read a poem comparing a cow to a mountain and discussed how poets use similes to paint a picture in the reader's mind. Then, we created a class list of similes comparing the movement of an animal to something unrelated. After that, the students wrote poems, including at least one simile comparing the movement of an animal. Finally, volunteers shared their writing.
After writing, we reviewed the difference between first and second hand accounts of an event or topic and focused on the characteristics of each. Then, while I met with guided reading groups, the students worked independently.
First, they read two accounts of the astronauts landing on the moon and identified which was a first hand account and which was second. Then, they identified how the two articles were similar and different. After that, they caught up with their book club assignments and met in groups. Next, the students re-watched the commas in letters screen cast and completed a graded practice sheet. Finally, they used the many links available in GC - Social Studies to complete an open note quiz about the 13 Colonies.
I met with all 3 reading groups. In each group we...
identified what was the same about both accounts and what was different. Then, I modeled and "thought out loud" as I drafter a 2 paragraph written response comparing and contrasting the two texts about astronauts landing on the moon. Finally, each students shared one new thing they learned in group today.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Thrilling Thursday
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!
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!
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.
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