Math: This week we will work on lessons 5.6, 5.7, and 5.8. They all cover how to convert between fractions, decimals, and percentages. Since Unit 5 is quite long, students will take a Part I test on Thursday. We will finish the rest of Unit 5 after break and then move on to algebra(which is using Hands-On Equations, not EverydayMath). Be sure your child continues to work on IXL and finish up Xtramath(basic fact practice!) over break. I have provided an extra credit opportunity-- if students want to complete a work packet over break, it is available!
Writing: Students have made their rough drafts of their graphic novels. This week they will be working on their final drafts/illustrating them! Look for a finished product by the end of the week!
Reading/Novels: We will continue working on Activating/ Connecting our knowledge with our Reader Response notebooks. We will be reading more non-fiction articles and merge our prior knowledge with our new knowledge. We will use post-its to keep track of our thinking. Students are also writing letters to their classmates about their independent reading books. They will respond to eachother in writing as well.
Social Studies: Students will dive into their ancient Egypt/Mesopotamia research. This is to prepare for a field trip we will be taking in January to the Oriental Institute (University of Chicago). Students will present what they learned in a Google Presentation.
Special Events:
- Holiday Break begins next Monday! Happy Holidays!
