Happy New Year everyone! It is hard to believe the year is nearly half over. The new year brings time for reflection and I will try to focus in on individual students who need help. If you have any input, I always welcome your thoughts.
Very special thanks to Mrs. Dailey (donating all the frosting bags)and Mrs. Gillette (making ALL the frosting!)for making our holiday party a success! Thanks to all other families for providing treats for the kids. We had a great and memorable day.
The following is a run down of some things happening in January in Mrs. Wilson's class.
In Reading, each child will be selecting their own book and doing an independent contract of work with the book. I will send this home for you to preview. It will be about a 2-3 week project.
In Math, we will be starting fractions. Your child will learn equivalent fractions and lowest term fractions. We will work with manipulatives for a clear understanding of fractions.
In Spelling, we are changing up the program and going back to the 20 word list for a more challenging words. (we did this at the beginning of the year)
In English, we will be starting a MAJOR project which is a research paper, complete with a bibliography. I will be sending home information for you and deadlines. It will be basically your child's responsiblity. I may ask you for help in some typing.
When the project is complete, it will be a master piece of many lessons put together. The students are usually very proud of this project.
In Social Studies, we are learning about the spanish influences in Arizona.
In Science, we are starting a fun activity about magnets and electricity. The Painted Sky Science Fair will be the end of January. It is optional for your student to join the science fair. However, all students in my class will receive extra credit in science if they are a participant.
Students:
1. What is a conductor in electricity?
2. Give another fraction for 1/3
3. What are you doing when you try to "persuade" someone?
Important dates to remember:
January 8................report cards go home
January 15...............spirit day Dress up formal day
January 18 No school Civil Rights Day
January 29...............Book Report due
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