the week of April 5 th

On Monday today in pod we did a problem using the work back words strategy. Also on Monday we started our fractions unit in math it is lots of fun. In reading we continued literature circles. In science we are learning about matter. We watched a video on the states of matter and their properties. After, we did a what is it? game and described the objects (using their properties) to guess.

On Tuesday we reviewed our addition and subtraction math test. We also discussed our literature circle books. In writing we continued to work on our VT economy pieces due on Friday. In read aloud we are reading The Time Travelers in the Gideon Trilogy. It seems like everyone likes this adventurous story!



Reviewing double-digit multiplication strategies.

On Wednesday we continued to work on fractions using an array who's dimensions were 5x12. Our group had a great discussion on the book Captive of Pitsford Ridge by Janice Oveka. In music group 2 started composition. Those of us in the classroom are doing algebra.


Dividing an array into fractional parts.

On Thursday we started adding fractions together. It was hard to get at first, but it got easier. We will present our finished pieces for Vermont on Friday to Mrs. Randall and to our class and K-buddies next week.

On Friday we helped out our k-buddies in the library as they researched an animal. We are looking forward to the rest of the day and the weekend! We have finally made bread...hope it goes well! :)

C-ya! Bye!
Wyatt and Bliss (photographer)