Hello Families,
Our classroom has been busy the last few weeks. We have been preparing for the Winter Concert, working on special secret projects, and having a lot of fun!
Here we are enjoying the huge snow banks behind the school!
In Reading and Writing Workshop, we have been focusing on non-fiction. We have been learning about all of the non-fiction text features such as: table of contents, glossary, index etc. We have learned how to read for facts and we have begun writing our own "All About" books. These informational books are based on subjects that we are experts on. Within this writing unit , we will craft chapter books!
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| Hunting through informational books for text features |
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| Our Published Books: Narratives |
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| We are Authors! |
Mathematics: In math, we have begun learning strategies for adding two digit numbers. We are learning how to use a number line and the splitting strategy. We are also learning about 2D shapes: their attributes and symmetry.
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| We are estimating and grouping popsicle sticks to use for adding. |
Coding: This month CES is celebrating Coding with a Coding Dance Party. We had a special class with Ms. Horton where we learned more about the world of coding. We had four stations where we learned more about how to write computer code!
In science, we continue to learn more about landforms and waterways. We created an experiment to see how canyons form. We also had an engineering task where we tried stop a landslide. It was very engaging.
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| Trying to stop a landslide |
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| Building a Plateau |
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| Creating Canyons |
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| An Erosion Relay Race! |
Genius Hour: Creating Boats!
I hope everyone has a wonderful Holiday Break!
Mrs. Batten