In the morning we did our sharing circle and many even shared what they will be for Halloween. We will have many unicorns on the roads on Wednesday, I think :)
In Math we did some addition and subtraction review as tomorrow we start working on our natural numbers taking us all the way to the 10 thousands. Being really good with borrowing and adding and subtracting fast will be crucial to help us have few roadblocks as we learn how to use bigger and bigger numbers.
In music we got to listen to our Halloween song :). The students have heard it before so they were singing wholeheartedly along with the video. We talked about some of the instruments we heard, what made them scary sounding and even made sure we understood all the words in the song.
In French we started a new writing task which some are doing with a partner. The task involves looking at a picture and writing a story about what is happening in the picture. Once they are done, these will be presented in front of the class. We therefore need to make sure we do a good job of correcting our spelling and grammar mistakes.
In Health we continued looking at ourselves, what we like and who are the people who surround us. We are also looking at an inventory of how we see ourselves interacting with others. Being honest with our responses is really important here to be able to improve and grow :).
In Science we continued to work on vermicompostage and biodegradability of materials. We will be looking at the impact of garbage on our oceans / water supply and will be wrapping up with a plan to help make lasting changes.
In English we continued to work on and read Wonder. It is a great book, we all love it.
Today we also took some time to organize our duo-tangs especially since Madame gave back a ton of marked work. The students were encouraged to bring home their duo-tangs to show at home how well they are working. While the best time would be Wednesday so we don't forget them at home, many wanted to take them home today. Please make sure these get back to school for the next two days.
Finally, the students were informed about an art contest run by the district: 2018 District Christmas Card Submissions. This is an opportunity for the students to create a Christmas card that could be used by the entire District. The student who creates the successful piece will also receive copies of his/her card. Remember, the theme is Christmas and therefore a religious Christmas theme must be evident in the design. If your child wishes to participate, I will send home an Artwork Release Authorization From tomorrow. All artwork needs to be submitted by the 14th of November as I need to send them in by the 15th. Unfortunately, late submissions won't be accepted :(.
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REMINDER:
NO SCHOOL:
Thursday Nov 1, Friday Nov 2
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Homework:
- Math review sheets (Semaine 8) - Monday - all due Wed. Oct 31
- Raz-kids French books (Assignment 5) - due Oct 31
(Assignment 6 has also been posted if any of the students want to go ahead and read :) - these are due Nov. 4 - Many have already done it, Bravo!!!)
Important Upcoming Dates:
- October 30 - Morning prayer - Golden
- October 31 - Morning prayer - Scarlet, Katerina, Justin
- October 31 - Quiz on Avoir / Etre
- November 1 - Faith Day - NO SCHOOL
- November 2 - PD Day - NO SCHOOL
- November 5 - Math-a-thon test
- November 5-8 - Swimming Lessons
About the Math-a-thon...
Reminders:
- PLEASE RETURN Field Trip Forms for Swimming, Volunteer forms (if you can volunteer on any of the days) and current swimming level forms.
DADS NEEDED!!!
We really need some dads to help out with swimming from Nov 5 - 8. We have lots of moms offering to volunteer but we NEED DADS TOO :)
Have a fabulous evening!
